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Therefore, when operating at less than full
output, the heater does not have its full heating
capacity to warm the flue pipes to create a
natural draft. Most gas appliances have longer
duty cycles than are typical of instantaneous
heaters. For many gas appliances, it is con-
sidered sufficient if the appliance can overcome
a downdraft within the first five minutes of op-
eration.
An "on demand" instantaneous heater like the
AquaStar may have frequent operating cyles of
less than a minute. If venting and air supply are
inadequate to provide a positive draft as soon
as the heater turns on, the heater may not remain
on long enough to establish a positive draft. See
venting guide on page 27.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A.
This appliance has a pilot which must be
lighted by hand. When lighting the pilot,
follow these instructions exactly.
B.
BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the
appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell
next the floor because some gas is
heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
C.
Use only your hand to push in or turn the
gas control knob. Never use tools. If the
knob will not push in or turn by hand, don't
try to repair it, call a qualified service tech
nician. Attempted forceful repair may re
sult in a fire or explosion.
D.
Do not use this appliance if any part has
been under water. Immediately call a
qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which
has been under water.
