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Special note on propane fuel:
L.P. GAS IS HEAVIER THAN AIR
Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle at
FLOOR LEVEL. Basements, crawl spaces, closets and
areas below ground level will serve as pockets for the
accumulation of the gas.
Out of fuel
When your L.P. tank runs out of fuel, turn off gas at all gas
appliances. After L.P. tank is refilled, all appliances must be
re-lit according to the manufacturers instructions.
Water Temperature Regulation
The thermostat is adjusted to its lowest temperature posi-
tion when shipped from the factory. The temperature of the
water can be selected by setting of the temperature dial.
The “LOW” position on the thermostat is the preferred start-
ing point for setting the temperature/control knob (approxi-
mately 50°C (120°F)). The lowest setting will maintain the
minimum water temperature if you are going away for an
extended period. The burner may be extinguished if operat-
ed below this temperature.
Energy conservation is a consideration when selecting the
water temperature setting.
HIGHER SETTING INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD
INJURY
In households with children or invalids and/or elderly per-
sons, select a lower temperature setting. To reduce the risk
of scalding, valves for reducing the point of discharge water
temperature by mixing in branch water lines are available.
Please consult a licensed plumber or plumbing authority.
Exposure to water
Tampering
Tampering with the thermostat, gas valve or temperature
pressure relief valve is DANGEROUS and voids all war-
ranties. Only qualified personnel should service these com-
ponents.
Burner Maintenance
At least every three (3) months, check the burner and pilot
flames. The burner flames must be a soft blue flame with no
yellow tips. Yellow tips indicate a carbonizing flame which
can, depending on severity, deposit carbon (soot) on the
combustion chamber and flue passages. A sheet metal
burner is used on natural gas models (see Figure 4).
The sheet metal burner for Natural Gas has no external air
adjustment. It is fully self-compensating and no outside
adjustment is required. Observe the flame pattern. Ensure
that no debris has fallen on top of the burner and no foreign
objects have been introduced into the combustion chamber.
Ensure that the vent terminal openings are not obstructed
and the inner door to the combustion chamber is closed.
Gas Control
For gas control replacement, contact your local gas utility, or
a qualified serviceman. The replacement control must be a
manufacturer’s approved replacement for the control which
has been removed.
Figure 4
IMPORTANT:
Should the water heater be subjected to flooding, fire, or
other unusual condition, turn off gas at the manual gas
shut-off valve and water at the inlet valve to the heater. Do
not put the heater in operation until it has been thorough-
ly checked by a qualified gas technician.
DANGER
Explosion Hazard
To clear accumulated LP gas before attempt-
ing to light or re-light pilot:
• Open burner door by loosening the two
mounting screws and pulling door back
approximately 1/2” away from combustion
chamber.
• Allow ventilation of combustion chamber
for ten minutes.
• Close burner door. Refer to warning
below.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
DANGER
Explosion Hazard
Tighten both manifold door screws securely.
Remove any fiberglass between gasket and
combustion chamber.
Replace view port if glass is missing or
damaged.
Replace door gasket if damaged.
Failure to do so can result in death,
explosion, or fire.
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