Helpful Hints
•
Due to the integrated mechanical and electrical over-temperature shut-off devices,
Hot Water on Demand
TM
unit will not
produce water that continuously exceeds 160°F. The burner will simply cycle off while the water keeps flowing for your
convenience The burner will cycle back on when internal water temperatures reach about 120°F.
• Hot Water on Demand
TM
unit is ideal for many outdoor cleaning tasks. Coleman supports the Leave No Trace Principles that
encourage minimal impact to the environment while camping. You’ll find that less soap is necessary with warm water than with
cool or cold water, so use small amounts of biodegradable soap. Please dispose of your gray water responsibly. Wash
yourself or dishes 200 feet away from streams or lakes to avoid soap run-off finding its way to a natural water source. Contact
your campground or park to learn about their specific gray water disposal policy.
• Hot Water on Demand
TM
unit will typically make 40 gallons of warm or hot water on one full battery charge and a 16.4 oz.
cylinder of propane. Make sure to pack sufficient fuel for the duration of your outing.
•
To customize and enhance the use of your
Hot Water on Demand
TM
unit, Coleman offers several accessories. Check your local
retailer or order directly from Coleman at 1-800-835-3278 or www.coleman.com.
•
Continuous operation of water heater at warm setting for 20 minutes may cause the propane cylinder to freeze up. Let the
cylinder thaw or replace with a fresh propane cylinder.
Storage
• Remove propane cylinder
from heater after use and before transporting or storing
Hot Water on Demand
TM
unit. If using a
bulk
tank, disconnect the hose from the bulk tank before transporting or storing. Always store propane outdoors.
• Drain water
from hoses before storing.
• Recharge
the battery before storing.
• For long term storage,
clean and dry
Hot Water on Demand
TM
unit and store indoors in a clean and dry location.
•
Coleman’s padded carry case is ideal for storing and transporting
Hot Water on Demand
TM
unit.
Maintenance
• Clean water heater
at least once a year or whenever a white build up appears in the hose. Refer to Cleaning Instructions on
page 6 of this manual.
• Charge battery
immediately after each outing to reach optimum performance.
• Replacing battery
- Use only a 6 -volt, 4 AmpHr rechargeable lead acid battery. Remove the screw from the cover on the
right side of your water heater and remove the cover. Pull the battery out from storage compartment and remove the leads
from the battery terminals. Place the connectors on the battery terminals making sure to put the red terminal on the red or “+”
battery terminal and the black connector on the black or “–” battery terminal. Replacement batteries are available to order from
Coleman.
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