Modifications; General Safety Warnings - Rinnai SS850ICLN Operation Manual

MODIFICATIONS.

DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING
Modifying from original specifications may create a dangerous situation and will void your
warranty. Failure to comply with these instructions could result in a fire or explosion, which could
cause serious injury, death or property damage.
DO NOT modify the electrical wiring of this appliance.
If the power cord is damaged or deteriorated it MUST be replaced by an authorised person.
Failure to do so may result in electric shock, fire, serious injury or product failure.
Improper installation, adjustments, service or maintenance can cause serious injury, death or
property damage. Such work MUST ONLY be performed by an authorised person.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

This appliance is HEAVY, during installation the use of a mechanical lifting aid is recommended,
WARNING
noting that improper lifting may result in serious injury.
WARNING: This heater MUST NOT be used if any of the glass panels are damaged.
Flue terminal MUST always vent directly to outdoors. DO NOT extend the flue vertically
or horizontally in ways other than prescribed in this appliance manufacturer's installation
instructions. ONLY the flue components specified by Rinnai MUST be used.
When considering installation ensure minimum clearances are adhered to.
Heat radiating from the front of this heater may over time affect the appearance of some materials
used for flooring such as carpet, vinyl, cork or timber. This effect may be amplified if the air
in the room contains cooking vapours, candle vapours and cigarette smoke, etc. Refer to the
installation manual for mantle clearances, additional installation information and warnings.
This appliance MUST NOT be installed where curtains or other combustible materials could
come into contact with it. In some cases curtains may need restraining.
This appliance is NOT intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.
The appliance is NOT intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
Young children and the infirm SHOULD be supervised at all times when in the vicinity of this
heater while it is in operation.
The heater MUST NOT be located immediately below a power socket outlet.
A dedicated 230 V earthed 10 Amp power point must be used with this appliance.
Refer to local gas authority for confirmation of the gas type if you are in doubt.
Suitable ONLY for indoor installation.
DO NOT operate this appliance before leak checking hoses and gas connections.
This heater MUST NOT be used if any of the glass panels are damaged.
NOT to be connected to an LP gas cylinder located indoors.
Please keep this instruction booklet in a safe place for future reference. All dimensions referred
to in these instructions are in millimetres, unless otherwise specified.
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WARNINGS & IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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