WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause serious in-
jury or property damage. Refer to this manual.
For assistance or additional information, con-
sult a qualified installer or service agency.
WARNING
If the information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury or
death.
WARNING
Do not install on combustible flooring. Install
in accordance with all local codes. In the
absence of local codes, refer to NFPA 31 or
ANSI Z21.10.1.
CAUTION
The recommended temperature for normal
residential use is 120°F. The dial on the aquastat
does not always reflect the out-coming water
temperature and it could occasionally exceed
120°F. Variation in out-coming temperature
could be based on factors including but not
limited to usage patterns and type of installa-
tion. Test water at the tap nearest to the water
heater. (See page 8 for measuring the out-
coming water temperature.)
WARNING
Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury.
Before adjusting the water temperature setting,
read this instruction manual. Temperatures at
which injury occurs vary with the person’s age
and the length of exposure. The slower reac-
tion time of children, elderly or physically or
mentally challenged persons increases the
scalding hazard to them. It is recommended
that lower water temperatures be used where
these exposure hazards exist. Households with
small children or invalids may require a tem-
perature setting less than 120°F to prevent acci-
dental contact with hot water.
To produce
less than 120°F, use point-of-use tempera-
ture limiting devices.
If higher water temperature is needed in part
of the water system, automatic temperature
limiting devices must be used on all lines to
water taps.
WARNING
Flammable vapors may be drawn to this water
heater from other areas of the structure by air
currents. Do not store or use any flammable
liquids in the vicinity of this heater.
WARNING
Water heater blankets may restrict air flow to
the water heater and cause fire, asphyxiation,
personal injury or death.
THIS MANUAL HAS BEEN PREPARED
TO ACQUAINT YOU WITH THE INSTALLATION,
OPERATION, AND MAINTENANCE OF YOUR
WATER HEATER AND TO PROVIDE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
Read all instructions thoroughly before at-
tempting installation or operation of your
water heater. Keep these instructions for future
reference.
Local plumbing and electrical codes must be
followed in the installation of this water
heater. In the absence of a local code use the
UNIFORM PLUMBING CODE and the NFPA
Code. Local codes may supersede instructions
in this installation manual.
These instructions are a guide for the correct
installation of the water heater. The manufac-
turer will not be liable for damages caused by
failure to comply with the installation and
operating instructions outlined on the
following pages.
If you lack the necessary skills required or have
difficulty following the directions, seek help
from a qualified person for that part of the
installation you do not understand.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS
OR ALL APPLICABLE BUILDING CODES
AND REGULATIONS VOIDS THE WARRANTY
ON THIS WATER HEATER.
Warranty, Registration Card and Parts List are included.
Homeowner: Please remember to return the Registration Card!
To the Consumer:
Please read these and all component
instructions and keep for future reference.
To the Installer:
Please attach these instructions
next to the water heater.
OIL-FIRED BCS
Instruction Manual
