WARNING
Be sure the power is “OFF” to the water heater
ignition system during any type of refueling and
while vehicle is in motion or being towed.
The thermostat on your water heater is
adjustable. It is a temperature sensing limit
designed to maintain a water temperature of
120°F (48°C) from the factory. (See Operating
Instructions) Water temperatures over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds; therefore, be careful when
using hot water. Children, disabled and elderly
are at highest risk of being scalded. Always feel
water before bathing or showering.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
WARNING
Installation of this appliance must be made in
accordance with the written instructions provided
in this manual. No agent, representative or
employee of Suburban or other person has
the authority to change, modify or waive any
provision of the instructions contained in this
manual.
CAUTION
A Suburban vent cap must be installed on the unit and all
side inspection panels must be in place for proper water
heater operation.
If possible, do not install the water heater to where the
vent can be covered or obstructed when any door on the
trailer is opened. If this is not possible, then the travel
of the door must be restricted in order to provide a 6”
minimum clearance between the water heater vent and
any door whenever the door is opened.
Due to the differences in vinyl siding, this appliance should
not be installed on vinyl siding without first consulting with
the manufacturer of the siding or cutting the siding away
from the area around the appliance vent.
In any installation in which the vent of this appliance can
be covered due to the construction of the RV or some
special feature of the RV such as slide out, pop-up etc.,
always insure that the appliance cannot be operated by
setting the thermostat to the positive “OFF” position and
shutting off all electrical and gas supply to the appliance.
Do not install this appliance to where the vent terminates
below a slide-out. This appliance is not to be installed
under any overhang. It must be free and clear of any type
overhang.
SAFETY WARNING
Should overheating occur, or the gas supply
fail to shut off, shut off the manual gas valve to
the appliance before shutting off the electrical
supply.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been
submerged 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 that has been
submerged under water.
Do not alter the operation of your water heater
nor change the design/construction of your
water heater. Accessories are being marketed
for RV products which we do not recommend.
For your safety, only factory authorized parts
are to be used on your water heater.
Periodically inspect the vent for obstructions
or presence of soot. Soot is formed whenever
combustion is incomplete. This is your visual
warning that the water heater is operating in an
unsafe manner. If soot is present, immediately
shut the water heater down and contact your
dealer or a qualified service person.
When considering add-on rooms, porch or patio,
attention must be given to the venting of your
water heater. For your safety, do not terminate
the vent on your water heater inside add-on
rooms, screen porch or onto patios. Doing so will
result in products of combustion being vented
into the rooms or occupied areas.
Never operate the appliance if you smell gas.
Do not assume that the smell of gas in your
RV is normal. Any time you detect the odor of
gas, it is to be considered life threatening and
corrected immediately. Extinguish any open
flames including cigarettes and evacuate all
persons from the vehicle. Shut off gas supply at
LP gas bottle. (See Safety notice on front cover
of this manual.)
WARNING
Do not store or use combustible materials
or liquids near or adjacent to this heater. The
appliance shall not be installed in any location
where flammable liquids or vapors are likely to
be present.
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