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This water heater is design-certified by CSA
International as a Category I, non-direct vented water
heater which takes its combustion air either from the
installation area or from air ducted to the unit from the
outside.
This water heater must be installed according to all
local and state codes or, in the absence of local and
state codes, the “National Fuel Gas Code”, ANSI
Z223.1(NFPA 54)-latest edition. This is available from
the following:
American Gas Association
1515 Wilson Boulevard
Arlington, VA 22209
National Fire Protection Agency
1 Batterymarch Park
Quincy, MA 02269
Check your phone listings for the local authorities
having jurisdiction over your installation.
Consumer Responsibilities
This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with
the installation, operation, and maintenance of your gas
water heater and provide important safety information in
these areas.
Read all of the instructions thoroughly before
attempting the installation or operation of this water
heater.
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Service to the Flame Guard Safety System should
only be performed by a qualified service technician.
Examples of qualified service technicians include:
those trained in the plumbing and heating industry,
local gas utility personnel, or an authorized service
person.
instructions outlined in this manual.
If you lack the necessary skills required to properly
install this water heater, or you have difficulty following
the instructions, you should not proceed but have a
qualified service technician perform the installation of
this water heater. Massachusetts code requires this
water heater to be installed in accordance with
Massachusetts Plumbing and Fuel Gas Code 248 CMR
Section 2.00 and 5.00.
A data plate identifying your water heater can be found
next to the gas control valve/thermostat. 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.
Do not discard this manual. You or future users of
this water heater will need it for future reference.
The manufacturer and seller of this water heater will
not be liable for any damages, injuries, or deaths
caused by failure to comply with the installation
and operating
INSTALLING YOUR GAS WATER HEATER
Important: Do not remove any permanent instructions,
labels, or the data label from outside of the water heater
or on the inside of panels.
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Remove exterior packaging and place installation
components aside.
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Inspect all parts for damage prior to installation and
start-up.
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Completely read all instructions before attempting
to assemble and install this product.
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After installation, dispose of packaging material in
the proper manner.
Unpacking the Water Heater
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and
install water heater unless proper
handling equipment is utilized.
Failure to do so can result in back or
other injury.
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