Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

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General Information continued-
This water heater has been manufactured for operation at altitudes from sea
level to 2000 ft (610m). For use of this appliance at an elevation greater than
2000 ft (610m), contact the dealer or manufacturer listed on the rating plate for
information on any necessary modification. Uncorrected operation of this
appliance may create a hazard to life and property.
Make sure that you check the rating plate and combination gas control on the
water heater to be certain that the type of gas being supplied corresponds with
the marking on the rating plate and combination gas control.
A sacrificial anode(s) is used to extend tank life. Removal of any anode, for
any reason, except for inspection and/or replacement, will nullify the warranty.
In areas where water is unusually active, an odor may occur at the hot water
faucet due to a reaction between the sacrificial anode and impurities in the
water. If this should happen, an alternative anode(s) may be purchased from
the supplier that installed this water heater. This will minimize the odor while
protecting the tank. Additionally, the water heater should be flushed with
appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria.
INSTALLATION
Locating the Water Heater
This water heater MUST be installed indoors out of the wind and weather.
This water heater must NOT be installed in any location where gasoline or
flammable vapors are likely to be present, unless the installation is such to
eliminate the probable ignition of gasoline or flammable vapors.
Water heaters in residential garages must be installed so that all
burner(s) and burner ignition device(s) are located not less than 18 in
(45.7 cm) above the floor and be located, or protected, to avoid physical
damage. For other installations refer to local codes. In the absence of
local codes, the water heater 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).
WARNING
Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury
there must be no materials stored against the water heater or vent-air
intake system and proper care must be taken to avoid unnecessary
contact (especially by children) with the water heater and vent-air intake
components.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD FLAMMABLE MATERIALS,
SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER TO BE USED OR
STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER, VENT-AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM OR IN ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES
COULD REACH THE WATER HEATER OR VENT-AIR INTAKE
SYSTEM.