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CONSUMER INFORMATION
This water heater is design-certified by CSA International as a Category I
direct vented water heater which takes all of its combustion air from outside
the structure and exhausts all of its combustion gases to outside the
structure.
This water heater should be installed in accordance with the latest edition of
the "National Fuel Gas Code", ANSI Z223.1, NFPA 54 and the requirements
and codes of the local utilities or other authorities having jurisdiction.
Canadian installations must be performed in accordance with CAN/CGA-
B149, local installation codes and the authorities having jurisdiction. This is
available from the following:
National Fire Protection Agency
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
Canadian Standards Association International
178 Rexdale Boulevard
Etobicoke, ON M9W 1R3
Local Authorities (Check your telephone listings)
CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES
This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the installation,
operation, and maintenance of your gas water heater and to provide
important safety information in these areas.
We urge you to read all of the instructions thoroughly before attempting the
installation or operation of this water heater. This manual should be kept for
future reference.
The manufacturer of this water heater will not be liable for any damages
caused by failure to comply with the installation and operating instructions
outlined in this manual.
If you lack the necessary skills required to properly install this water heater
or you have difficulty following the directions, you should not proceed but
have a qualified person perform the installation of this water heater. ONLY
QUALIFIED INSTALLATION PERSONNEL SHOULD INSTALL THIS
WATER HEATER.
American Gas Association
1515 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22209
A data plate identifying your water heater can be found on the water heater
jacket. When referring to your water heater always have the information
listed on the data plate readily available.
Retain your original receipt as proof of purchase.
WATER HAMMER
Water hammer or pressure surges created by the sudden interruption of the
water flow within the water supply system (hot or cold) are detrimental to
the water supply system's piping and the water heater. The situation is
encountered in facilities utilizing equipment and appliances such as
dishwashers and washing machines with quick-closing solenoid valves. The
situation can also be affected by the abrupt closing of dishwasher pre-rinse
valves, wash-down hoses, quick closing sink and lavatory faucets, and closet
and urinal flush valves.
Symptoms that water hammer is present in the water supply system are the
premature and reoccurring failures of water piping, water heaters,
temperature and pressure relief valves, ballcocks and flush valves and
fixtures.
Water hammer can easily be controlled with the installation of properly sized
and located water hammer arrestor(s) in the water supply system (hot and
cold). Installation of the arrestor(s) should always be located as near the
source of the water hammer as possible. Air chambers are not acceptable or
substitutable as water hammer arrestors.
Water heater failures due to water hammer are not covered by the unit's
warranty.
WATER HEATER MODIFICATION/TAMPERING
DANGER
TAMPERING WITH THE THERMOSTAT, IGNITION CONTROL, GAS VALVE, OR
TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IS DANGEROUS AND MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. TAMPERING VOIDS ALL
WARRANTIES. ONLY PROPERLY TRAINED, QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL
SHOULD SERVICE THESE COMPONENTS. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO MODIFY OR
CHANGE THIS WATER HEATER IN ANY WAY.
INSULATION BLANKET
Some governing bodies may require the use of external insulation blankets
when water heaters are installed in newly constructed homes and additions.
If an insulation blanket is applied to this water heater CAUTION must be
exercised so as to not restrict its proper function and operation. Please note
the following:
•
Do not cover the temperature and pressure relief valve, any labels or
instruction materials applied to the water heater. These labels must
remain visible for reference by the user. Do not remove these labels, as
they are a permanent part of the water heater as required by the
certification agencies and/or the Federal Government.
•
Do not cover any access panels leading to burner or electrical
compartments. Do not cover the thermostat controls or doors.
•
Do not cover the vent screens located on the heater skirt.
GAS CONVERSION
DANGER
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONVERT THIS WATER HEATER FROM
NATURAL GAS TO L.P. OR FROM L.P. TO NATURAL GAS. THIS CAN
RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, FIRE, EXPLOSION, BODILY HARM OR
DEATH.
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