Safety Guidelines - State Water Heaters 310C Installation Manual And Owner's Manual

SAFETY GUIDELINES

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in death or serious injury.
DANGER
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result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
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result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION
1. Follow all local codes, or in the absence of local codes, follow the current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code:
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 in the USA or CAN/CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and propane installation code in Canada.
2. Properly ground the unit in accordance with all local codes or in the absence of local codes, with the current
edition of the National Electrical Code: ANSI/NFPA 70 in the USA or CSA standard C22.1 Canadian Electrical
Code Part 1 in Canada.
3. Carefully plan where you intend to install the water heater. Please ensure:
• Your water heater will have enough combustion air and proper ventilation.
• Locate your heater where water leakage will not damage surrounding areas. (Please refer to p. 8.)
4. Check the rating plate for the correct GAS TYPE, GAS PRESSURE, WATER PRESSURE and ELECTRIC RATING. If
this unit does not match your requirements, do not install and consult with the manufacturer. The water
heater is configured only for use with Natural Gas at the factory. If the appliance is used with propane gas,
conversion to propane gas with an included conversion kit (LP Conversion Kit: 319143-580) is required. The
conversion must be done by a qualified service agent or a gas utility serviceman in accordance with this
instruction and all codes and requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow instructions
could result in serious injury or property damage. The agent performing this work assumes responsibility for
this conversion. (Refer to the gas conversion leaflet.)
5. If any problem should occur, turn off all hot water fixtures and turn off the gas. Then call a trained technician
or the Gas Company or the manufacturer.
• Water temperatures over 125 °F (52 °C) can cause severe burns instantly or death from
scalding. The water temperature is set at 120 °F (50 °C) from the factory to minimize any
scalding risk. Before bathing or showering always check the water temperature.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammables, vapors, or liquids in the vicinity of this
appliance.
WARNING
• Do not reverse the water and/or gas connections as this will damage the gas valves and
can cause severe injury or death. Follow the diagram on p. 20 when installing your water
heater.
• The conversion to propane must be done by a qualified service agent or a gas utility
serviceman in accordance with this instruction and all codes and requirements of the
authority having jurisdiction. Failure to follow instructions could result in serious injury
or property damage. The qualified agent performing this work assumes responsibility
for this conversion.
• Do not use this appliance if any part has been in contact with or been immersed in
water. Immediately call a licensed plumber, a licensed gas fitter, or a professional service
technician to inspect and/or service the unit if necessary.
• Do not disconnect the electrical supply if the ambient temperature will drop below
freezing. The Freeze Protection System only works if the unit has electrical power. The
warranty will not be covered if the heat exchanger is damaged due to freezing. Refer to
the section on the Freeze Protection System on p. 37 for more information.
SAFETY DEFINITION
GENERAL
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