Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

General Information continued-

while protecting the tank. Additionally, the w ater heater should be

flushed with appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria.

WARNING

This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.

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 ignition of gasoline or flammable vapors.

The location for the installation of this w ater heater is of utmost

importance. Before installing this w ater heater, consult the installation

section of these instructions. After reading these installation and

operating instructions, select a location for the water heater w here the

floor is level and is easily accessible to a power supply and w ater

connections.

It is recommended that the water heater be located near the center of

greatest hot w ater usage to prevent heat loss through the pipes. DO

NOT locate the water heater where water lines could be subjected to

freezing temperatures. Locate the water heater so that access panels

and drain valves are accessible.

IMPORTANT

Before proceeding, please inspect the w ater heater and its components

for possible damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If

damage is evident, please contact the supplier where the w ater heater

was purchased or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for

replacement parts.

WARNING

Water heaters are heat-producing appliances. To avoid damage or

injury, there must be no materials stored against the water heater and

proper care must be taken to avoid unnecessary contact (especially by

children) w ith the water heater. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL

FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER

BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER OR

ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES COULD REACH THE WATER

HEATER.