General - A.O. Smith HSE User Manual

General

Safety
Your safety and the safety of your loved ones is paramount. There are several safety related
messages in this manual, which have been provided during various steps such as the
installation, operation and maintenance of your HSE-HAS water heater. These messages
point out potential hazards and also educate on how to reduce any potential risks. Please
always read and follow all safety messages as provided in this user manual.
This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards
that can hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety
alert symbol and either the word "DANGER" or "WARNING".
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
DANGER
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which if not avoided,
WARNING
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may
CAUTION
result in minor or moderate injury or property damage.
DO NOT use this water heater if any part has been under water. Immediately contact a
Qualified Service Technician to inspect the water heater and contact A. O. Smith Service
personnel to replace any part of the control system which has been under water. Failure to
follow this instruction can result in property damage, serious injury or death.
These instructions have been written as a guide for the proper installation and operation of
your water heater. A. O. Smith will not accept any liability where these instructions have
not been followed. However, for your safety and to avoid damage caused by improper
installation, it is recommended that water heater must be installed by a Qualified Service
Technician.
Before proceeding with the installation instructions:
1. Inspect the water heater and its component parts for possible damage. Do Not
install or attempt to repair any damaged component parts. If you detect any
damage in the water heater, please contact the dealer where the water heater
was purchased or call A. O. Smith Customer care.
2. Verify that the voltage being supplied corresponds to that which is marked on the
water heater manual.
WARNING
Important
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