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GENERAL
1. Follow all local codes, or in the absence of local codes, follow the current edition of the National Fuel
Gas Code: ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 in the USA or B149.1, Natural Gas and propane installation code in
Canada.
2. Properly ground the unit in accordance with all local codes or in the absence of local codes, with
the current edition of the National Electrical Code: ANSI/NFPA 70 in the USA or CSA standard C22.1
Canadian Electrical Code Part 1 in Canada.
3. Carefully plan where you intend to install the water heater. Please ensure:
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Your water heater will have enough combustion air and proper ventilation.
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Locate your heater where water leakage will not damage surrounding areas. (Please refer to p. 8.)
4. Check the rating plate for the correct
GAS TYPE, GAS PRESSURE, WATER PRESSURE and ELECTRIC
RATING
. If this unit does not match your requirements,
do not install and consult with the
manufacturer
.
5. If any problem should occur, turn off all hot water fixtures and turn off the gas. Then call a trained
technician, the gas company, or the manufacturer.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
SAFETY DEFINITION
WARNING
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Water temperatures over 125 °F (52 °C) can cause severe burns instantly or death
from scalding. The water temperature is set at 122 °F (50 °C) from the factory to
minimize any scalding risk. Before bathing or showering always check the water
temperature.
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammables, vapors, or liquids in the vicinity
of this appliance.
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Do not reverse the water and/or gas connections as this will damage the gas valves
and can cause severe injury or death. Follow the diagram on p. 25 when installing
your water heater.
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Do not use this appliance if any part has been in contact with or been immersed in
water. Immediately call a qualified installer or service agency to replace a flooded
water heater. Do not attempt to repair the unit. It must be replaced.
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Do not disconnect the electrical supply if the ambient temperature will drop below
freezing. The Freeze Protection System only works if the unit has electrical power.
The warranty will not be covered if the heat exchanger is damaged due to freezing.
Refer to "Freeze Protection System" on p. 42 for more information.
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Failure to observe these warnings could result in severe personal injury or death.
Safety Guidelines
Installation Manual
WARNING
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or seri-
ous injury.
CAUTION
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious
injury.
DANGER
Indicates information considered important but not hazard related.
NOTICE
