Maytag HN41240P User Manual page 30

Instructions for Operation (cont'd)
Operating
J AWARNING
BEFORE OPERATI_(L.P.) GAS WATER
HEATERS]: Propane (L.P.) gas is heavier than air.
Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will
settle near the ground. Basements, crawl spaces,
skirted areas under manufactured (mobile) homes
(even when ventilated), closets and areas below
ground level will serve as pockets for the accumula-
tion of this gas. Before attempting to operate the
water heater or turning on a nearby electrical light
switch, be absolutely sure there is no accumulated
gas in the area. Search for odor of gas by sniffing at [Figure 101
ground level in the vicinity of the appliance. If odor
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[s detected, follow steps indicatedat "For Your
Safety" on the cover page of this manual then leave
the premises.
Operating instructions are located on front of the water
heater, above or to one side of the gas control valve.
_,WARNING
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED
BY THIS WATER HEATER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any [Figure 11 ]
phone in your building.
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• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neigh-
bor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
AWARNING
DO NOT force the gas control knob. Never use a
tool such as a lever, wrench or pliers. Do not hit or
damage the knob. A damaged knob may result in
an explosion and serious injury. If you have prob-
lem turning the knob, call the gas supplier imme-
diately,
INNER DOOR
IFigure 121
OUTER DOOR
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