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A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. The removal of this anode, for
any reason, will nullify the warranty. In areas where water is unusually
active, an odor may occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between
the sacrificial anode and the impurities in the water. If this should happen, an
alternative anode may be purchased from the supplier that installed this
water heater. This will minimize the odor while protecting the tank.
Additionally, the water heater should be flushed with appropriate dissolvers
to eliminate any bacteria.
INSTALLATION
LOCATING THE WATER HEATER
WARNING
Water heaters are heat-producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury,
do not store materials against the water heater or vent-air intake system.
Use proper care to avoid unnecessary contact (especially by children) with
the water heater and vent-air intake components. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS
GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE
VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER, VENT-AIR INTAKE SYSTEM OR IN
ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES COULD REACH THE WATER
HEATER OR VENT-AIR INTAKE SYSTEM.
DO NOT install the water heater in any location where gasoline or
flammable vapors are likely to be present.
Water Heaters in residential garages shall be installed so that all
burner(s) and burner ignition device(s) are located not less than 18
inches (46 cm) above the floor and shall be located, or protected, to
avoid physical damage. For other installations refer to local codes. In
the absence of local codes, the water heater shall be installed in
compliance with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 - (Latest
Edition) and/or in Canada, CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes (Latest
Editions).
The location of this water heater is of the utmost importance. Before
installing this water heater, read the installation section of these instructions.
After reading these installation and operating instructions, select a location
for the water heater where the floor is level and is easily accessible to gas
and water supply lines. DO NOT locate the water heater where water
lines could be subjected to freezing temperatures. Make sure the cold
water pipes are not located directly above the gas control so that
condensate during humid weather does not drip on the controls.
This water heater MUST be installed indoors out of the wind and
weather.
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