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If the Water Heater thermostat is set too high there is Serious Potential for SCALDING.
WARNING:
NOTE: When this water heater is supply-
ing general purpose hot water require-
ments for use by individuals, a thermostat-
ically controlled mixing valve for reducing
point-of-use water temperature is recom-
mended to reduce the risk of scald injury.
Contact a licensed plumber or the local
plumbing authority for further information.
Water temperature over 125°F can
cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds.
Children, disabled and elderly are
at highest risk of being scalded.
See the instruction manual before
setting temperature at water heater.
Feel water before bathing or
shower.
Temperature limiting valves are
available, see manual.
FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
California Law requires that residential water heaters must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal
displacement due to earthquake motions. For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with generic
earthquake bracing Instructions can be obtained from: 2808 Metropolitan Place Pomona, CA 91767 USA 1-888-883-0788 or
ask a water heater dealer.
Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be installed in accordance with Massachusetts 248-CMR 2.00:
State Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00.
Applicable local codes govern installation. For residential water heaters with a capacity greater than 52 gallons, consult the
local building jurisdiction for acceptable bracing procedures.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THE WARRANTY ON THIS WATER HEATER IS IN EFFECT ONLY
WHEN THE WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED, ADJUSTED, AND
OPERATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
THE MANUFACTURER OF THIS WATER HEATER WILL NOT BE
LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES RESULTING FROM FAILURE TO
COMPLY
WITH
INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE PROCEEDING.
SAFETY INFORMATION
Water piping, fittings, and valves must be properly installed for the correct
and safe operation of this water heater. Please note the following:
DO NOT install this water heater with iron piping. The system should be
installed only with new piping that is suitable for potable (drink-able) water
such as copper, CPVC or polybutylene. DO NOT use PVC water piping.
DO NOT use any pumps, valves, or fittings that are not compatible with po-
table water.
DO NOT use valves that may cause excessive restrictions to water flow. Use
full flow ball or gate valves only.
DO NOT use 50/50 tin-lead solder (or any lead based solder) in potable wa-
ter lines. ONLY use 95/5 Tin/antimony or other equivalent materials.
DO NOT tamper with thermostat heater elements, electrical connections,
or temperature and pressure relief valve. Tampering with any of these com-
ponents is DANGEROUS and can result in property damage, severe injury
or death. Tampering voids all warranties. Only qualified technicians should
service the above components.
DO NOT use with piping that has been treated with chromates, boiler seal,
or other chemicals.
DO NOT add any chemicals to the system piping which will contaminate the
potable water supply.
DO NOT install check valves on the cold water supply line to the water heater.
THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
READ
THESE
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