Bradford-White Corp EFR160T120 Water Heater User Manual


 
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DANGER
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or corrosive vapors and/or liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
DO NOT install any damaged venting system components. If damage is evident then please contact the supplier where the water
heater was purchased or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement parts.
Use only vent terminals provided or factory authorized terminals for venting this water heater.
This water heater is equipped with an adjustable thermostat to control water temperature. Hot water temperatures required for
automatic dishwasher and laundry use can cause scald burns resulting in serious personal injury and/or death. The temperature at
which injury occurs varies with the person’s age and the time of exposure. The slower response time of disabled persons
increases the hazards to them. NEVER
allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water. NEVER
leave a child or disabled person unattended in a bathtub or shower.
Failure to properly install the vent and air intake (if applicable) system could result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
WARNING
Improper installation, adjustments, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
Failure to follow all instructions in the proper order can cause personal injury or death. Read and understand all instructions,
including all those provided with the appliance before installing, starting-up, operating, maintaining or servicing this appliance.
Keep this manual and literature in legible condition with this water heater for reference by owner and service technician.
This water heater requires regular maintenance and service to operate safely. Follow the instructions contained in this manual.
Installation, maintenance, and service must be performed only by a qualified, skilled and knowledgeable installer or service
provider.
Installation is not complete unless a temperature and pressure relief valve is installed into the proper location at the top of this
water heater.
It is the responsibility of the installing contractor to see that all controls are correctly installed and are properly operating when
the installation is complete.
This water heater is suitable for installation on combustible flooring. Do not install water heater directly on carpeting.
DO NOT operate this water heater without first being certain it is filled with water.
DO NOT tamper with or alter the water heater and/or controls.
DO NOT operate water heater with jumpered or absent controls or safety devices.
DO NOT operate water heater if any external part has been under water. Immediately call a qualified service agency to inspect
the appliance and to replace any part of the control system including gas controls, which has been under water.
DO NOT attempt to use this water heater with any gas other than the type listed on the rating plate. Do not attempt to convert
this water heater for use with a gas other than the type for which it is equipped. Failure to use the proper gas can create an unsafe
condition resulting in property damage, bodily injury, or death. Consult your local gas supplier or gas company if there are any
questions.
DO NOT operate this water heater if the input rate exceeds the rate shown on the water heater rating plate.
This water heater contains very hot water under high pressure. Do not unscrew any pipe fittings nor attempt to disconnect any
components of this water heater without positively assuring the water is cool and is not under pressure. Always wear protective
clothing and equipment when installing, starting up or servicing this water heater to prevent scald injuries. Do not rely on the
temperature gauges to determine the temperature. Do not touch any components unless they are cool.
This water heater must be properly vented and connected to an approved vent system in good condition. DO NOT operate water
heater with the absence of an approved vent system. A clean and unobstructed vent system is necessary to allow noxious fumes
that could cause injury or loss of life to vent safely and will contribute toward maintaining the water heater’s efficiency.