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Venting System Inspection
The water heater’s internal flue must be
inspected annually to be certain it is clean
by removing the draft hood and flue
baffle.
When reinstalling the flue baffle make
certain it is hung securely by its hanger at
the top of the flue way.
Reinstall the draft hood.
Inspect the gas venting system and the
chimney.
Make certain the vent connector from the
draft hood to the chimney is properly
positioned and securely attached.
If after inspection of the vent system
you found soot or deterioration;
call the local gas utility to correct the
problem and clean the flue, or replace the
flue, flue baffle, and venting system
before resuming operation of the water
heater.
Test for spillage at the draft hood relief
opening after 5 minutes of burner
operation. Use a flame of a match or
candle or smoke.
Burner Inspection
Visually inspect the pilot burner and main
burners annually.
Through the sight glass, inspect the pilot
burner flame with the main burner off and
inspect the main burner while firing.
If any unusual burner operation is noted,
the water heater should be shut off until
qualified service assistance can be
obtained.
CAUTION: For your safety, cleaning of
the burner must be performed only by
qualified service personnel. The burner
chamber is a sealed area. If the burner
access door is removed, the burner access
door gasket must be replaced.
For cleaning, remove the burner from the
water heater. A vacuum cleaner can be
used on the burner and floor shield inside
the water heater.The burner can also be
cleaned by scrubbing with mild detergent.
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Proper burner and pilot burner
pattern.
Care and cleaning of the water heater.
Vacation and Extended Shut-Down
If the water heater is to remain idle for an
extended period of time, the power and
water to the appliance should be turned off
to conserve energy and prevent a build-up
of dangerous hydrogen gas.
The water heater and piping should be
drained if they might be subjected to
freezing temperatures.
After a long shut-down period, the water
heater’s operation and controls should be
checked by qualified service personnel.
Make certain the water heater is
completely filled again before placing it
in operation.
NOTICE: Refer to the
Hydrogen Gas Caution in the
Operating Instructions.
Anode Rod
This water heater is equipped with an
anode rod designed to prolong the life of
the glass lined tank. The anode rod is
slowly consumed, thereby eliminating or
minimizing corrosion of the glass lined
tank.
Water sometimes contains a high sulfate
and/or mineral content and together with
cathodic protection process can produce a
hydrogen sulfide, or rotten egg odor in the
heated water. Chlorination of the water
supply should minimize the problem.
NOTICE: Do not remove
the anode rod from the water
heater’s tank, except for
inspection and/or replacement,
as operation with the anode
rod removed will greatly
shorten the life of the glass
lined tank and will exclude
warranty coverage.