Safety
Important Safety Information
Safety Precautions ............................................................. 2–8
Product Information
Product Information ............................................................... 8
Specifications .................................................................. 9, 10
General Descriptions .......................................................11, 12
Using Your Water Heater
Setting the Water Temperature ....................................... 13, 14
Caring for Your Water Heater
Water Heater Inspections .............................................. 15, 16
Care and Cleaning ...........................................................17, 18
Preventive Maintenance ....................................................... 19
Draining the Water Heater ............................................... 20–22
Freeze Protection ................................................................. 22
Vacation and Extended Shutdown ...................................... 23
Troubleshooting Chart................................................... 23, 24
Service Error Code Chart .............................................. 25, 26
If You Need Service
Call for Assistance ............................................................... 26
Installation Instructions
Standards Compliance ..........................................................28
Choosing a Location ....................................................... 28, 29
Product Inspection ............................................................... 30
Water Heater Installation .................................................30–33
Venting ............................................................................34–45
Water Supply ..................................................................46–50
Gas Supply ......................................................................50–55
Electrical Wiring ..............................................................55–59
Remote Control Installation ............................................ 58, 59
Insulation Blankets ................................................................60
Installation Precautions ........................................................60
Installation Checklist .............................................................61
Piping for Space Heaters ......................................................62
Activating the Water Heater ............................................63, 64
Setting the Water Temperature ....................................... 65–67
High-Altitude Dip Switch Adjustments............................67, 68
Parts Replacement ..........................................................69, 70
Warranty Information......................................................71, 72
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CONTENTS
READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. There
are many important safety messages in this manual and on
your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. Recognize this
symbol as an indication of Important Safety
Information! This symbol alerts you to potential
hazards that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and
either the word “DANGER,” “WARNING,” “CAUTION,” or
“NOTICE.”
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These words mean:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
• This water heater is not suitable for use in manufactured
(mobile) homes!
• Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or
maintenance can cause death, personal injury, or property
damage. Follow the instructions in this manual.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING.
Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual
before attempting to install or operate this water heater. It may
save you time and money. Pay particular attention to the Safety
Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could result
in death or serious bodily injury. Should you have problems
understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any
questions, STOP and get help from a qualified service technician
or the local gas utility.
WARNING:
California Proposition 65
This product contains chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.
WARNINGS:
DANGER:
An imminently hazardous situation
that will result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE:
Attention is called to observe a specified
procedure or maintain a specific condition.
CAUTION:
A potentially hazardous situation that
may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING:
A potentially hazardous situation
that can result in death or serious injury and/or damage to
property.
