American Water Heater 300 Series Instruction Manual page 6

Fire or Explosion Hazard
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Avoid all ignition sources if you smell gas.
Do not expose water heater controls to excessive gas
pressure.
Use only the gas shown on the water heater rating plate.
Maintain required clearances to combustibles.
Keep ignition sources away from faucets after extended
periods of non-use.
Read instruction manual before
installing, using or servicing
water heater.
Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas
Do not obstruct water heater air intake
with insulating blanket.
Gas and carbon monoxide detectors
are available.
Install water heater in accordance with
the instruction manual.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
CAUTION
Property Damage Hazard
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All water heaters eventually leak.
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Do not install without adequate drainage.
Electrical Shock Hazard
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Turn off power to the water heater
before performing any service.
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Label all wires prior to disconnecting
when performing service. Wiring errors
can cause improper and dangerous
operation.
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Verify proper operation after servicing.
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Failure to follow these instructions can
result in personal injury or death.
GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION
Do not use water heater with any gas
other than the gas shown on the rating
plate.
Excessive gas pressure to gas valve can
cause serious injury or death.
Turn off gas lines during installation.
Contact a qualified installer or service
technician for installation and service.
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Fire Hazard
For continued protection against
risk of fire:
Do not install water heater on
carpeted floor.
Do not operate water heater if
exposed to flooding or water
damage.
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Use joint compound or Teflon tape
compatible with propane gas.
Leak test gas connections
before placing the water heater in
operation.
Disconnect gas piping at main
gas shutoff valve before leak
testing.
Install sediment trap in accordance
with NFPA 54 or CSA B149.1.
Fire and Explosion Hazard