Operating Instructions - Rinnai RV53E Operation And Installation Manual

Operating Instructions

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING
WARNING
A. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is
equipped with an ignition device which
automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light
the burner by hand.
B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the
appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next to
the floor because some gas is heavier than air and
will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
1. STOP! Read the safety information above.
2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.
3. Turn off all electric power to the appliance using
the ON/OFF button.
4. This appliance is equipped with an ignition device
which automatically lights the burner. Do not try to
light the burner by hand.
5. Locate the manual gas valve on the side of the
heater. Turn the manual valve
clockwise to the full OFF position.
1. Turn off all electric power to the appliance using
the ON/OFF button.
2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting.
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If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Manual Valve
CLOSE OPEN
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
RV53i & RV53e Operation and Installation Manual
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas
control knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not
push in or turn by hand, do not try to repair it, call a
qualified service technician. Force or attempted
repair may result in a fire or explosion.
D. 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.
6. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. Then
smell for gas, including near the floor. If you
smell gas, STOP! Follow "B" in the safety
information above. If you don't smell gas, go to
the next step.
7. Turn the manual gas valve counterclockwise to
the full ON position.
8. Turn on all electric power to the appliance using
the ON/OFF button.
9. Set the thermostat to desired setting.
10. Open a hot water tap. If the appliance will not
operate, follow the instructions "To Turn Off Gas
To Appliance" and call your service technician or
3. Locate the manual gas valve on the side of the
heater. Turn the manual valve clockwise to the full
OFF position.