Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

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GENERAL INFORMATION
This gas-fired water heater is design certified by CSA International under the
applicable American National Standard, Z21.10.1 or Z21.10.3 (as indicated on
the rating plate), or CSA 4.1 (as indicated on the rating plate), available from
CSA International, 8501 East Pleasant Valley Road, Cleveland, OH U.S.A.
44131-5575.
This water heater must be installed in accordance with local codes. In the
absence of local codes, it must be installed in compliance with the National
Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1-Latest Edition), or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1
Natural Gas Installation Code (Latest Edition) or CAN/CGA B149.2 Propane
Installation Code (Latest Edition). The warranty for this water heater is in effect
only when the water heater is installed, adjusted, and operated in accordance
with these Installation and Operating Instructions. The manufacturer will not be
liable for any damage resulting from alteration and/or failure to comply with
these instructions.
This water heater is not design certified for installation in a mobile home. Such
an installation may create a hazardous condition and will nullify the warranty.
This water heater has been designed and certified for the purpose of heating
potable water. The installation and use of this water heater for any purpose
other than the heating of potable water may cause damage to the water
heater, create a hazardous condition, and nullify the warranty.
Do not use this appliance if any external part to the tank has been submerged in
water. You should contact a qualified service technician to inspect the appliance
and to replace any part of the control system including the combination gas control
which has been submerged in water. See the Gas Connections section of this
manual before servicing or replacing a water heater that has had any external part
to the tank submerged in water.
CAUTION
Incorrect operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life and
property and will nullify the warranty.
WARNING
Prior to connecting the gas supply line to a gas fired water heater, ensure
that the gas supply line does not have moisture/water or dirt/scale inside
the gas line. Commonly this check is done at the lowest point in the gas
distribution system prior to gas burning appliances.
DANGER
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or
corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
IMPORTANT
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and components for possible
damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage is evident then
please contact the supplier where the water heater was purchased, or the
manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement parts.