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This instruction manual is for use by an authorized service technician
to install an Atwood
–
hydro flame
™ furnace. Should you require
further information, contact your dealer or Atwood Mobile Products
LLC
This furnace design is certified for installation in recreation vehicles as
a MSP Category III furnace. Follow this installation instruction to insure
safe operation of the furnace. Failure to install furnace according to this
installation instruction nullifies the furnace warranty.
Effective 8/15
WARNING
Installation of this appliance must be in accordance with the written
instructions provided in this manual. No agent, representative or
employee of Atwood or other person has the authority to change,
modify or waive any provision of the instructions contained in this
manual.
WARNING
Avoid possible injury or death
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life. Refer to the
installation instructions and/or owner’s manual provided with this
appliance. A qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier must
perform installation and service.
CRITICAL INSTALLATION WARNINGS
DO NOT install furnace on material that restricts return air, like
carpet or any soft material such as vinyl.
DO NOT install furnace where clearance to combustibles cannot
be maintained.
DO NOT modify furnace or intake or exhaust vents in any way.
DO NOT alter furnace for a positive grounding system.
DO NOT hi pot furnace unless electronic ignition system (circuit
board) has been disconnected.
DO NOT use battery charger to supply power to DC model
furnace even when testing.
DO NOT use 120-volt AC current with DC models.
DO NOT use furnace cabinet area as a storage compartment.
DO NOT vent furnace with venting system serving another
appliance.
DO NOT vent furnace to an outside enclosed porch area.
DO NOT use for temporary heating of buildings or structures
under construction.
Protect installation materials from degrading air and flue exhaust
systems.
Protect furnace electrical components from water.
Compartments must be closed when in operation.
Should the gas supply fail to shut off during operation or
overheating occurs, shut the gas valve off to the furnace before
shutting off electrical supply.
DO NOT use this furnace if any part has been under water.
DO NOT use petroleum or citrus type cleaner on plastic parts, as
damage may occur.
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Internet:
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Literature number 31970
hydro flame
™
AFS Series Furnaces Models
AFSAD12
AFSD12, AFSD16, AFSD20
Technical Installation Manual
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WARNING
Be sure the furnace and all ignition systems are “off” during any type of
refueling and while vehicle is in motion or being towed.
TO THE INSTALLER:
LEAVE THIS MANUAL
WITH THE APPLIANCE.
TO THE CONSUMER:
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOLS
Safety Symbols alerting you to potential personal safety
hazards obey all safety messages following these
symbols
WARNING
Avoid possible injury or
death
CAUTION
Avoid possible injury
and/or property damage
WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION
If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Extinguish any open flame.
Evacuate all persons from the vehicle.
Shut off the gas supply at the gas container
or source.
Do not touch any electrical switch, or use
any phone or radio in the vehicle.
Do not start the vehicle’s engine or electric
generator.
Contact the nearest gas supplier or qualified
service technician for repairs.
If you cannot reach a gas supplier or
qualified service technician, contact the
nearest fire department.
Do not turn on the gas supply until the gas
leak(s) has been repaired.
A qualified Service Technician
Service Center or gas supplier must perform
installation and service.
