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Properly maintained, your water heater
will provide years of dependable
trouble-free service. It is recommended
that a periodic inspection of the burner,
relief valve, water filter and venting
system should be made by service
personnel qualified in gas appliance
repair.
It is suggested that a routine preventive
maintenance program be established
and followed by the user.
At least once a year, lift and release the
lever handle on the pressure relief valve,
located in the hot outlet piping of the
water heater, to make certain the valve
operates freely. Allow several gallons to
flush through the discharge line to an
open drain.
Rapid closing of faucets or solenoid
valves in automatic water using
appliances can cause a banging noise
heard in a water pipe. Strategically
located risers in the water pipe system
or water hammer arresting devices can
be used to minimize the problem.
Inspect the area around the water
heater to ensure a safe operating
environment. Keep water heater
area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors and liquids. Ensure
the water heater has not been
damaged. If damage or denting is
present, contact a service personnel to
verify proper operation.
Check for any abnormal sounds during
normal operation of the water heater.
All piping should be checked for gas
and/or water leaks. Refer to page 14
of this manual for instructions on leak
testing.
The air intake and cold water supply
filters should be cleaned monthly. Refer
to the “Housekeeping” section for
further information.
DO NOT
operate the water heater if
you feel something is wrong with the
water heater.
DO NOT
allow children to operate or
otherwise handle the water heater.
DANGER: Before
manually operating
the relief valve, make
certain no one will
be exposed to the
danger of the hot
water released by the
valve. The water may
be hot enough to
create a scald hazard.
The water should be
released into a
suitable drain to
prevent injury or
property damage.
DANGER: Hotter
water increases the
potential for Hot
Water Scalds.
DANGER: Failure
to perform the
recommended
Routine Preventative
Maintenance can
harm the proper
operation of this
water heater, which
can cause carbon
monoxide dangers,
excessive hot water
temperatures and
other potentially
hazardous conditions.
Housekeeping
NOTICE: If the pressure relief valve on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this may be
due to a problem in the water system. Contact the water supplier or your plumbing contractor
on how to correct this. DO NOT plug the relief valve outlet.
NOTICE: After inspection, maintenance, and/ or cleaning, ensure proper operation by turning on
a hot water faucet.
Before performing any Housekeeping tasks to this water heater, be sure to turn the water heater off and
disconnect the power supply.
Vacuum around the water heater for dust, dirt and lint on a regular basis. Clean the water heater and
remote control by using a damp soft cloth with a few drops of mild detergent and gently wiping the
surfaces of the water heater. Wipe any remaining moisture with a dry soft cloth.
To ensure sufficient ventilation and combustion air supply, proper clearances must be maintained. The
water filters should be cleaned on a monthly basis. Combustion system is fan-assisted
CLEANING THE WATER HEATER:
• Make sure the water heater is OFF and the electrical power supply has been disconnected.
•
DO NOT
scrub the appliance with a brush.
• Use only mild soapy water, other cleaners may damage the surface of the water heater.
•
DO NOT
remove any label including the rating plate while cleaning or servicing.
DANGER: Shock Hazard. Make sure the electrical power to the water heater is off to avoid potential
serious injury or damage to components.
DANGER: Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning materials, or flammable liquids, etc.,
must not be placed against or next to the water heater.
Maint
enance
