Bradford-White Corp 238-44422-00G Water Heater User Manual


 
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General Information continued-
A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. 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 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
This water heater MUST be installed indoors out of the wind and
weather.
This water heater shall NOT be installed in any location where gasoline
or flammable vapors are likely to be present, unless the installation is
such to eliminate the probable ignition of gasoline or flammable
vapors.
The location this water heater is to be installed is of utmost importance.
Before installing this water heater, consult 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 a power supply and water connections. It is recommended
that the water heater be located near the center of greatest hot water usage
to prevent heat loss through the pipes.
IMPORTANT
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and it’s components for
possible damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage is
evident, please contact the supplier where the water heater was purchased
or the manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement parts.
WARNING
Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury,
there shall be no materials stored against the water heater and proper care
shall be taken to avoid unnecessary contact (especially by children) with
the water heater. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FLAMMABLE
MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR
STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER HEATER OR ANY
LOCATION FROM WHICH FUMES COULD REACH THE WATER
HEATER.