Water Heater Safety - Fisher & Paykel AquaSmart WL26CW1 Installation Instructions & User Manual

Safety and warnings
Read aH safety information before using
Many washers are located near a gas dryer or a water heater in the home,
Fire Ha_rd
For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to
minimize the risk of fire or explosion or to prevent property damage,
personal in)ury or loss of [ifeo
Do not store or use gasoline or other f_ammaMe vapors and _iquids in the
vicinity of this or any other app[ianceo
hsta[[ation and service must be performed by a qualified instaHe< service
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 aJ[occupants
immediately call your gas supplier from your neighbor's phone,
Follow the gas supp[ier's instructions
[f 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
HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE EXPLOSIVE UNDERTHESE CIRCUMSTANCES.
If the hot water has not been used for two weeks or more, prevent the possibility of darnage or
injury by turning on all hot water faucets and allowing them to run for several minutes before
using any electrical appliance which s 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,