Fire Hazard; What To Do If You Smell Gas - Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart WL37T26C Installation Instructions And User Manual

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Many washers are located near a gas dryer or a water heater in the home.
Fire Hazard
For your safety the information in this manua_ must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage,
persona_ injury or _oss of lifeo
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammaMe vapors and Hquids in the
vicinity of this or any other app_ianceo
_nstaHation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supp_iero
What to do if you smell gas
DO NOT try to light any appliance.
DO NOT touch an electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.
Clear the room, building or area of all occupants.
o Immediately call your gas supplier from your neighbor's phone.
Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department
Water heater safety
Under certain conditions Hydrogen gas may be produced in a water heater that has not been
used for two weeks or more.
MYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDER THESE CIRCUMSTANCES,
If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of damage or
injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes before
using any electrical appliance which is connected to the hot water system. This will allow any
hydrogen gas to escape. Since the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame or
appliance during this process.