WARNING
If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or ex-
plosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or death.
What to do if you smell gas:
x
Do not try to light any appliance
x
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your build-
ing
x
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
x
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
CAUTION
Incorrect operation of this water heater may create a hazard to life and
property and will nullify the warranty.
If sweat fittings are to be used, DO NOT apply heat to the nipples on top of
the water heater. Sweat the tubing to the adapter before fitting the
adapter to the water connections. It is imperative that heat is not applied
to the nipples containing a plastic liner.
Turn off or disconnect the electrical power supply to the water heater be-
fore servicing. Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing con-
trols. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. Verify
proper operation after servicing.
DANGER
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or corrosive
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
NOTICE
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and its components for
possible damage. DO NOT install any water heater with damaged compo-
nents. If damage is evident, then please contact the supplier where the
water heater was purchased or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate
for replacement parts.
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