Rheem Residential Indoor Gas Tankless Water Heater Use And Care Manual page 3

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
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 serious bodily injury or death. 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.
INSTALL AND PROPERLY VENT THE WATER HEATER...
Failure to properly install the water heater outdoors as outlined in the Installation
Instructions in this manual can result in unsafe operation of the water heater. To avoid
the risk of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from carbon monoxide, never operate this
water heater unless it is installed properly and has an adequate air supply for proper
operation. Be sure to inspect the flue terminal for proper installation at initial start-up;
and at least annually thereafter. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section of this manual for
more information regarding flue terminal inspection.
Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and liquids (adhesives, solvents,
paint thinners etc.), and the vapors they produce are extremely dangerous. DO
NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or combustible materials
any where near or in the vicinity of a water heater or any other appliance. Be sure
to read and follow the labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed
in this manual. Failure to do so can result in property damage, bodily injury or
death.
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DANGER!
WARNING!