Important Safety Information; Gas Supply & Piping - Nordyne M7RL User Manual

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Safety markings are used frequently throughout this manual to
designate a degree or level of seriousness and should not be
ignored. WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation that
if not avoided, could result in personal injury or death. CAUTION
indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury or property damage.
WARNING:
To avoid possible equipment damage, fire, or
personal injury, the following instructions must be
observed regarding unit maintenance and operational
procedures.
WARNING:
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This product contains
chemicals known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
• To achieve optimum performance and minimize equipment failure,
it is recommended that periodic maintenance be performed on
this unit. The ability to properly perform maintenance on this
equipment requires certain mechanical skills and tools. Please
consult your dealer for maintenance information and availability
of maintenance contracts.
• The area around the gas furnace (
vicinity of any other gas appliances must be kept clear and free
of combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors
and liquids. Do not store or use flammable items such as paint,
varnish, or strippers in the vicinity of the unit.
• Do not use the area around the unit as a storage area. This area
must be kept clean and clear of loose or exposed insulation
materials. Examine the unit's area when it is installed or when
insulation is added, since some insulation materials may be
combustible.
FLOOD DAMAGE
WARNING:
Do not use this furnace if any part has been under
water. A flood damaged furnace is extremely
dangerous. Attempts to use the furnace can result in
fire or explosion. A qualified service agency should
be contacted to inspect the furnace and to replace all
gas controls, control system parts, electrical parts that
have been wet or the furnace if deemed necessary.
AVERTISSEMENT:
Ne pas installer ce générateur d'air chaud si l'une de ses pièces a
été immergée dans de l'eau. Un générateur d'air chaud endommagé
par une inondation est extrêmement dangereux. Toute tentative
d'utiliser le générateur d'air chaud peut entraîner un incendie
ou une explosion. Il faut communiquer avec un organisme de
service qualifié pour l'inspection du générateur d'air chaud et le
remplacement de toutes pièces électriques ou parties du système
de commande qui ont été mouillées ou immergées.
• Familiarize yourself with the controls that shut off the gas and
electrical power to the unit.
Figure 1, (page 4)
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IMPORTANT NOTE
If the unit needs to be shut down for an extended period of
time, turn off both the gas and electrical power. For your
safety always turn off both the gas and electrical power before
performing service or maintenance on the furnace. If the gas
supply to the unit must be shut off, refer to the shut down
instructions on page 7 .
GAS SUPPLY & PIPING
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
• Leave the building immediately.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbors phone. Follow the gas suppliers
instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
QUE FAIRE S'IL Y A UNE ODEUR DE GAZ
• Ne tenter d'allumer aucun appareil.
• Ne toucher à aucun interrupteur électrique; n'utiliser aucun
téléphone dans le bâtiment.
• Évacuer l'immeuble immédiatement.
• Appeler immédiatement le fournisseur de gaz en employant
le téléphone d'un voisin. Respecter les instructions du
fournisseur de gaz.
• Si personne ne répond, appeler le service des incendies.
WARNING:
All gas piping and shutoff valves must be installed in
compliance with local codes and utility regulations
by licensed installers. DO NOT attempt to modify, or
tap into existing gas lines yourself. Fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury
or loss of life. Failure to follow the safety warnings
exactly could result in serious injury, death or property
damage.
WARNING:
The furnace was shipped from the factory equipped
to operate on natural gas. Conversion to LP/propane
gas must be performed by a licensed HVAC technician
using a factory supplied conversion kit. Failure to use
the proper conversion kit can cause fire, explosion,
property damage, carbon monoxide poisoning,
personal injury, or death.
This furnace does not have a pilot. It is equipped with an ignition
device which automatically lights the burner. DO NOT light the
burner by hand.
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