Installation Manual

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WHL-019 REV. 12.17.14
acceptable front clearance.) This water heater has been approved for closet installation, and installation on combustible flooring. Do not
install this water heater directly on carpeting. Use only Category IV vent systems.
INSTALLER – Read all instructions in this manual before installing. Perform steps in the order given.
USER – This manual is for use only by a qualified heating installer/service technician. Have this heater serviced/inspected by a
qualified service technician annually.
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE GUIDELINES ON THIS PAGE AND HAVE THIS HEATER SERVICED/INSPECTED ANNUALLY
CAN RESULT IN SUBSTANTIAL PROPERTY DAMAGE, SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
If the heater is exposed to the following, do not operate until all corrective steps have been made by a qualified serviceman:
1. FIRE
2. DAMAGE
3. WATER
Any claims for damage or shortage in shipment must be filed immediately against the transportation company by the consignee.
DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE IF ANY PART HAS BEEN SUBMERGED IN WATER. Immediately call a qualified service technician.
The appliance MUST BE replaced if it has been submerged. Attempting to operate an appliance that has been submerged could create
numerous harmful conditions, such as a potential gas leakage causing a fire and/or explosion, or the release of mold, bacteria, or other
harmful particulates into the air. Operating a previously submerged appliance could result in property damage, severe personal injury,
or death.
NOTE: Appliance damage due to flood or submersion is considered an Act of God, and IS NOT covered under product warranty.
B. IMPROPER COMBUSTION
Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilating air. Adequate air is necessary for safe operation. Failure to keep the vent and
combustion air intake clear of ice, snow, or other debris could result in property damage, serious personal injury, or death.
C. GAS
Should overheating or gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual
gas control valve to the water heater.
D. WHEN SERVICING THE HEATER
 To avoid electric shock, disconnect electrical supply before
performing maintenance.
 To avoid severe burns, allow heater to cool.
E. HEATER WATER
 Do not use petroleum-based cleaning or sealing compounds
in a heater system. Gaskets and seals in the system may be
damaged. This can result in substantial property damage.
 Do not use “homemade cures” or “heater patent medicines”.
Substantial property damage, damage to heater, and/or
serious personal injury may result.