Instructions / Assembly

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Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to install or
operate this water heater. It may save you time and cost. Pay particular attention to the Safety
Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death. Should
you have problems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions, STOP,
and get help from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
Failure to install the vent system and properly vent the water heater to the outdoors as
outlined in the Venting Section of the Installation Instructions in this manual can
result in unsafe operation of the water heater. To avoid the risk of fire, explosion,
or asphyxiation from carbon monoxide, never operate this water heater unless it is
properly vented and has an adequate air supply for proper operation. Be sure to
inspect the vent system for proper installation at initial start-up; and at least annually
thereafter. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section of this manual for more information
regarding vent system inspection.
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DANGER!
INSTALL THE VENT SYSTEM AND PROPERLY VENT
THE WATER HEATER
Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and liquids (which include but not
limited to adhesives, solvents, paint thinners etc.), and the vapors they produce are
extremely dangerous. DO NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or
combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of a water heater or any other
appliance. Be sure to read and follow the warning label pictured below and other labels
on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so can
result in property damage, bodily injury or death.
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WARNING!
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D ANGER
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FLAMMABLES
Flammable Vapors
Vapors from flammable
liquids will explode and
catch fire causing death or
severe burns
Do not use or store flammable
products such as gasoline,
solvents or adhesives in the
same room or area near the
water heater.
Keep flammable products:
1. far away from heater,
2. in approved containers,
3. tightly closed and
4. out of children's reach.
Water heater has a main
burner and pilot flame.
The pilot flame:
1. is on all the time and
2. will ignite flammable
vapors.
Vapors:
1. cannot be seen,
2. are heavier than air,
3. go a long way on the
floor and
4. can be carried from
other rooms to the pilot
flame by air currents.
Installation:
Do not install water heater
where flammable products will
be stored or used unless the
main burner and pilot flames
are at least 18" above the
floor. This will reduce, but not
eliminate, the risk of vapors
being ignited by the main
burner or pilot flame.
Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions. If owners
manual is missing, contact the retailer or manufacturer.