Bradford White CEHD12054243CF, Manual

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General Information continued-
Additionally, the water heater should be flushed with appropriate dissolvers
to eliminate any bacteria.
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 water heater is of utmost importance.
Before installing this water heater, consult the installation section of these
instructions. After reading these installation and operating instructions, select
a location for the water heater where the floor is level and is easily
accessible to a power supply and water connections.
It is recommended that the water heater be located near the center of
greatest hot water 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 water heater and its components for
possible damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage is
evident, please contact the supplier where the water heater was purchased
or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement parts.
WARNING
This product contains one or more chemicals known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.
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) with
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.