Lighting Instructions - John Wood POWER VENTED GAS FIRED WATER HEATER Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

Lighting Instructions

Read and understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to operate the water heater. Make sure the viewport
is not missing or damaged. Make sure the tank is completely fi lled with water before operating the water heater. The gas
control valve/thermostat has an "On/Off Switch" and must be turned on before the water heater is operational. Check the
label on the front of the water heater near the gas control valve/thermostat for the correct gas. Do not start this water heater
with any gas other than the one listed on the label. If you have any questions or doubts, consult the gas supplier or gas utility
company. The following Lighting Instruction label appears on the front of the water heater.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
BEFORE OPERATING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WITH WATER AND AIR PURGED FROM ALL LINES.
A. This appliance does not have a pilot. It is
equipped with an ignition device which
automatically lights the burner. Do NOT try
to light the burner by hand.
B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the
appliance area for gas. Be sure to smell next
to the floor because some gas is heavier
than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electric switch; Do not use
any phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor's phone. Follow the gas suppliers
instructions.
1. STOP! Read the safety
information above on this
label.
2. Turn off all electric power to the
appliance.
3. Turn the thermostat
counter-clockwise
lowest setting.
4. Set the switch on the control to
the "OFF" position.
5. Do not attempt to light manually.
6. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out
any gas. If you then smell gas, STOP!
Follow "B" in the safety information above on
this label. If you don't smell gas, go the next
step.
1. Turn the thermostat counter-clockwise
2. Set the gas control switch to the "OFF" position.
3. Turn off electrical power to the appliance if service is to be performed.
WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property damage, personal
injury or loss of life.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
to the
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the
fire department.
C. Use only your hand to turn the gas control
buttons. Never use tools. If the control
buttons will not turn, don't try to repair them,
call a qualified service technician. Force or
attempted repair may result in a fire or
explosion.
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has
been under water. Immediately contact a
qualified installer or service agency to
replace a flooded water heater. Do not
attempt to repair the unit. It must be
replaced!
7. Turn on all electric power to
8. Set the switch on the control
9. Turn thermostat to desired
10. If the appliance will not operate, follow the
instructions "To Turn Off Gas To Appliance"
and call your service technician or gas
supplier.
to the lowest setting.
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the appliance.
to the "ON" position.
setting.
DANGER DANGER Hotter water
increases the risk of
scald injury. Consult the
instruction manual before
changing temperature.
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