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OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER
Lighting Instructions
Read and understand these directions thoroughly before
attempting to start or re-start the water heater. Make sure
the viewport is not missing or damaged. (See Figure 28)
Make sure the tank is completely filled with water before
turning the power switch on. Check the data plate near the
gas control valve/thermostat for the correct gas. Do not use
this water heater with any gas other than the one listed on
the data plate. If you have any questions or doubts, consult
your gas supplier or gas utility company.
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Replace viewport if glass is missing
or damaged.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion or fire.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
A. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device
which automatically lights the pilot. Do not try to light the
pilot by hand
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area
for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some
gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
•
Do not try to light any appliance.
•
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
•
Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
•
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
C. Use only your hand to turn the gas control temperature
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not move by hand,
don’t try to repair it, call a qualified service technician.
Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or
explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician to
inspect the appliance. Water heaters subjected to flood
conditions or anytime the gas controls, main burner or
pilot have been submerged in water require replacement
of the entire water heater.
E. DO NOT USE THIS APPLIANCE IF THERE HAS BEEN AN
IGNITION OF VAPORS. Immediately call a qualified service
technician to inspect the appliance. Water heaters
subjected to a flammable vapors ignition will show a
discoloration on the air intake grid (bottom of combustion
chamber) and require replacement of the entire water heater.
2. Move the ON / OFF switch on the Gas Control Valve/
Thermostat to the OFF position.
WARNING:
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
9.
1. STOP! It is imperative that you read all the safety warnings
above on this label.
5.
3. Move the ON / OFF switch on the Gas Control Valve/
Thermostat to the OFF position.
4. To clear any gas that may have
accumulated, wait ten (10) minutes.
If you then smell gas, STOP! Follow “ B” in the safety
warning above. If you do not smell gas go to the next
step.
7.
Turn the gas control/temperature knob to the
“LOW” temperature setting. As shown above.
10. Set the gas control/temperature knob to the desired
setting.
11. Replace the outer door.
When the pilot is lit, the status light should blink a
heartbeat (bright, dim, bright, dim, etc). If the status
light does not start blinking, repeat steps 3 - 7.
The pilot can be located by looking through the glass
view port. If the pilot is lit, you will see the pilot flame
through the glass view port.
IMPORTANT:If the appliance (pilot) fails to light after
several tries, follow the instructions “To Turn Off Gas
to Appliance” and call a qualified service technician or
gas supplier. Record any status light flash codes.
Gas Control/Temperature Knob
Status Light
ON
OFF
STATUS
On / Off Switch
2. Remove the outer door.
Turn on all electric power to the appliance. (Connect to a
grounded 110/120 volt power outlet.)
6.
Move the ON / OFF switch on the Gas Control Valve/
Thermostat to the ON position.
8. This appliance is equipped with a device that automatically
lights the pilot.
DO NOT TRY TO LIGHT THE PILOT BY HAND.
Igniter
Electrode
Pilot
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance. (Disconnect from
a grounded 110/120 volt power outlet.)
1. Turn off the gas to the water heater at the manual
shut-off valve.
120°F
Position
A
B
C
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VE
RY
HOT
HOT
LOW
VAC
A
B
C
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VER
Y
HOT
HOT
LOW
VAC
