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General Information cont.-
This water heater has been manufactured for operation at altitudes from sea level to
2000 ft (610 m) (unless otherwise specified on the water heater rating plate). For use
of this appliance at an elevation greater than 2000 ft (610 m), contact the dealer or
manufacturer listed on the rating plate for information on any necessary modification.
Incorrect operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life and property.
Make sure that you check the rating plate and combination gas control on the water
heater to be certain that the type of gas being supplied corresponds with the marking
on the rating plate and combination gas control.
A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. Removal of any anode, except for
inspection and/or replacement, will nullify the warranty. In areas where water is
unusually active, an odor may occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between
the sacrificial anode and impurities in the water. If this should happen, an alternative
anode(s) may be purchased from the supplier that installed this water heater. This will
minimize the odor while protecting the tank. Additionally, the water heater should be
flushed with appropriate dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria.
Locating The Water Heater
Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury
there shall be no materials stored against the water heater or vent-air
intake system and proper care shall be taken to avoid unnecessary
contact (especially by children) with the water heater and vent-air intake
components. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD FLAMMABLE
MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR
STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER, VENT-AIR
INTAKE SYSTEM OR IN ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES
COULD REACH THE WATER HEATER OR VENT-AIR INTAKE
SYSTEM.
This water heater MUST NOT be installed in any location where gasoline or
flammable vapors are likely to be present, unless the installation is such to
eliminate the probable ignition of gasoline or flammable vapors.
Water heaters in residential garages must be installed and located, or protected, to
avoid physical damage. For other installations refer to local codes. In the absence of
local codes, the water heater must be installed in compliance with the National Fuel
Gas Code, (ANSI Z223.1- Latest Edition), or in Canada CAN/CGA B149.1 Natural Gas
Installation Code (Latest Edition) or CAN/CGA B149.2 Propane Installation Code
(Latest Edition).
The location of this water heater is of the utmost importance. Before installing this
water heater, read the installation section of these instructions. After reading these
Installation and Operation Instructions, select a location for the water heater where the
floor is level and is easily accessible to gas and water supply lines. Do NOT locate the
water heater where water lines could be subjected to freezing temperatures.
Make sure the cold water pipes are NOT located directly above the gas control
so that condensate during humid weather does NOT drip on the controls.
INSTALLATION
WARNING
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