DURAWATT
®
ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS
PV500-6 05/13
3
1 SAFETY
CONSIDERATIONS
WARNING: If the information in the supplied manual(s) is not followed exactly, a fire, electrical short or
exposure to hazardous materials may result, causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not
store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not
try to light any appliance.
Do not
touch any electric switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Immediately
call your gas supplier from a location away from your building and the smell of gas. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or qualified electrical contractor.
WARNING: Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or qualified electrical
contractor, who must read and follow the supplied instructions before installing, servicing or removing this
appliance. Refer to the information contained in this manual. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury, exposure to hazardous materials or loss of life.
WARNING: Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service
technician to inspect the unit and to replace any part of the control system, all controls and all other items affecting
safe appliance operation and which has been under water.
WARNING: In an emergency disconnect all electrical power to the appliance from a location safely away from the
emergency. Failure to follow these instructions can cause property damage, personal injury, and exposure to
hazardous materials or loss of life.
