Lochinvar 1002 Water Heater User Manual


 
Please read before proceeding
NOTICE
This is a gas appliance and should be installed
by a licensed electrician and/or certified gas
supplier. Service must be performed by a
qualified service installer, service agency or the
gas supplier.
ƽ WARNING
If the information in these instructions is not
followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result
causing property damage, personal injury, or
death.
This appliance MUST 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.
What to do if you smell gas –
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors phone.
Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,
service agency, or the gas supplier.
Warranty –
Factory warranty (shipped with unit) does not apply to units
improperly installed or improperly operated.
Experience has shown that improper installation or system design,
rather than faulty equipment, is the cause of most operating
problems.
1. Excessive water hardness causing a lime/scale build-up in
the copper tube is not the fault of the equipment and is
not covered under the manufacturer’s warranty (see
Water Treatment and Water Chemistry).
2. Excessive pitting and erosion on the inside of the copper
tube may be caused by too much water velocity through
the tubes and is not covered by the manufacturer’s
warranty (see Boiler Flow Rates and Temperature Rise for
flow requirements).
Checking equipment –
Upon receiving equipment, check for signs of shipping
damage. Pay particular attention to parts accompanying the
appliances which may show signs of being hit or otherwise
being mishandled. Verify total number of pieces shown on
packing slip with those actually received. In case there is
damage or a shortage, immediately notify the carrier.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
The possible damage to a flooded appliance can be
extensive and present numerous safety hazards. Any
appliance that has been under water must be replaced.
ƽ WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment,
alteration, service or maintenance can
cause injury or property damage. Refer to
this manual for assistance or additional
information, consult a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
ƽ Owner warning –
The information contained in this manual is intended for use
by qualified professional installers, service technicians, or gas
suppliers. Consult your local expert for proper installation
or service procedures.
NOTICE
Consult and follow all local Building and
Fire Regulations and other Safety Codes
that apply to this installation. Consult
local gas utility company to authorize and
inspect all gas and flue connections.
A gas appliance that draws combustion air from the
equipment room where it is installed must have a supply of
fresh air circulating around it during burner operation for
proper gas combustion and proper venting.
ƽ WARNING
Should overheating occur or the gas
supply fail to shut off, do not turn off or
disconnect the electrical supply to the
pump. Instead, shut off the gas supply at
a location external to the appliance.
Prevention of freezing –
Heat exchangers and headers damaged by freezing are not
covered by warranty.
See Section 7, Startup - Freeze Protection for more
information.
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