For The Consumer And Installer - Rinnai RH180 Operation And Installation Manual

Safety Behaviors and Practices for the Consumer and Installer
WARNING
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Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been
under water.
(N'utilisez cet appareil s'il alimentation a été plunge
dans l'eau, meme partiellement. Faites inspecter
l'appareil par un technician qualifié et remplacez
toute partie du système de contrôle et toute
commande qui ont été plongés dans l'eau.)
FVIR (Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistant) Sensor
Flammable liquids such as cleaning solvents, aerosols, paint thinners, adhesives, gasoline and propane must be
handled and stored with extreme care. These flammable liquids emit flammable vapors and when exposed to an
ignition source can result in a fire hazard or explosion. Flammable liquids should not be used or stored in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
This water heater is equipped with a flammable vapor sensor and meets the requirements of ANSI Z21.10.1 If
flammable vapors are detected, the flammable vapor sensor will close the gas supply to the water heater, the ignition
source will be disabled and an "FE" error code will flash on the controller. If the controller is flashing an "FE" or if
flammable vapors are suspected:
Leave the area immediately, leaving the exit point open to allow ventilation
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Do not touch any electric device (including phone or light switch)
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Call emergency personnel from a neighbors phone
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Do not try to reset the water heater or light the pilot to any other appliance
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When safety personnel has identified the area as safe and all flammable vapors have been removed and eliminated
from the area, the units can be reset by unplugging the unit then plugging back in.
WARNING
WARNING
Do not spray or use chemicals containing bleach, cleaners, polish, silicone, phosphorous, or
lubricants near the water heater. These chemicals will damage the flammable vapor sensor.
Never clean or tamper with the flammable vapor sensor. Do not place cat litter near the
appliance as it can corrode or damage the sensor. If the sensor is corroded or damaged its
reaction time can be affected and it may not react as described.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Install vent system per local and national codes.
Read and follow all instructions in this section.
Do not install this water heater above 5,400 ft (1646 m).
Do not obstruct water heater air intake.
Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.
Failure to properly vent this appliance can result in death, personal
injury and/or property damage.
Every home should have a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm in the hallway
near bedrooms in each sleeping area. Check batteries monthly and
replace them annually.
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Any alteration to the appliance or its controls can be
dangerous and will void the warranty.
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This appliance is equipped with a three-prong plug for
your protection against shock hazard and should be
plugged directly into a properly grounded three-prong
receptacle. Do not cut or remove the ground prong
from this plug.
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