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WARNING
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If you detect abnormal combustion or abnor-
mal odors, or an earthquake, tornado or fire:
1. Turn off the hot water supply at the faucet.
2. Turn off the power to the hot water heater by
unplugging.
3. Turn off gas and water at the manual shut-off
valves.
4. Consult the nearest service personnel.
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WARNING
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DO NOT place combustible chemicals or mate-
rials such as laundry, newspapers, hair spray,
spray detergent, oil, gasoline, benzene etc., near
the water heater or the exhaust vent terminal.
LEAVE the proper clearance between the water
heater and nearby objects (trees, timber, boxes
and flammable materials etc.,)
BE SURE to electrically ground the unit.
DO NOT touch the power cord with wet hands.
KEEP power cord free of dust.
DO NOT use a broken or modified power cord.
DO NOT bind, bend or stretch power cord.
DO NOT connect the water heater to a solar
water heater.
CAUTION
Do not
install water heater where flammable
products will be stored.
Read and follow the water heater warnings
and instructions. If the operator's manual is
missing, contact the retailer or manufacturer.
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WARNING
Never use this hot water heater unless it
is completely filled with water.
To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be
filled with water. Water must be running from the
hot water faucet before turning the main gas valve
to the water heater to "ON"
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WARNING
CAUTION
If you do not follow these instructions
exactly, a fire or explosion could result
causing property damage, personal injury
or loss of life.
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WARNING
-Hot water temperature over 125 F can cause
severe burns instantly or death from scalding.
-Children, disabled and elderly are at the highest
risk of being scalded.
-Temperature limiting valves are available, ask
your service professional.
-Check the temperature of the running hot water
by hand before taking a shower.
-Check to see that the gas supplied matches
the gas type on the rating plate
WARNING
Turning Off The Appliance:
Turn off all electric power by unplugging the power cord
from the outlet if service is to be performed.
Turn the gas shut-off valve located separately of the
water heater to the OFF position.
This will help prevent fire, electrical shock or
damage to the unit.
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DANGER
Primary Safety Warning...............................1-3
Pre-Installation Instructions...............................3
Parts Diagram and List for GU32..........4-5
Parts Diagram and List for GU26..........6-7
Operating Instructions.................................8-9
Use & Care Instructions
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Maintenance and Service............................10
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Troubleshooting............................................. 11
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Specifications............................................12-13
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Installation................................................14-24
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Gas Supply Piping....................................25
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Water Supply Connection...................26-27
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Electrical Connection............................28-30
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Liquid Propane Gas Conversion.........31-32
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Recirculation System...................................33
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Warranty Terms..........................................34
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