Instructions / Assembly

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Venting System Inspection
It is recommended the water heater’s
internal flue be inspected annually to be
certain it is clean by removing the roof
jack vent and flue baffle.
When reinstalling the flue baffle make
certain it is hung securely by its hanger at
the top of the flue way.
Remove any scale that may have fallen on
the burner or floor shield and reinstall the
roof jack vent.
Make certain the vent clamp and
gasket for the roof jack vent is properly
positioned and securely attached.
If after inspection of the vent system you
found sooting or deterioration call the
local gas utility to correct the problem and
clean or replace the flue baffle and venting
before resuming operation of the water
heater.
Burner Inspection
Visually inspect the burners annually.
Inspect the main burner while firing and
pilot burner flame with the main burner
off.
If any unusual burner operation is noted,
the water heater should be shut off
until qualified service assistance can be
obtained.
For cleaning, remove the burner from the
water heater. A vacuum cleaner can be
used on the burner and floor shield inside
the water heater. The burner can also be
cleaned by scrubbing with mild detergent.
CAUTION: For your safety, cleaning of
the main burner should be performed only
by qualified service personnel.
Proper burner and pilot flame
pattern.
Care and cleaning of the water heater
Vacation and Extended Shut-Down
If the water heater is to remain idle for an
extended period of time, the power and
water to the appliance should be turned off
to conserve energy and prevent a build-up
of dangerous hydrogen gas.
The water heater and piping should be
drained if they might be subjected to
freezing temperatures.
After a long shut-down period, the
water heater’s operation and controls
should be checked by qualified service
personnel. Make certain the water heater
is completely filled again before placing it
in operation.
NOTICE: Refer to the Hydrogen
Gas Caution in the Operating
Instructions.
Anode Rod
This water heater is equipped with an
anode rod designed to prolong the life
of the glass lined tank. The anode rod is
slowly consumed cathodically, thereby
eliminating or minimizing corrosion of the
glass-lined tank.
Water sometimes contains a high sulfate
and/or mineral content and together with
cathodic protection process can produce
a hydrogen sulfide, or rotten egg odor in
the heated water. Chlorination of the water
supply should minimize the problem.
NOTICE: DO NOT remove
the anode rod from the water
heater’s tank, except for
inspection and/or replacement,
as operation with the anode rod
removed will greatly shorten the
life of the glass lined tank and
will exclude warranty coverage.