User's Manual

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BURNER FLAME CHECKS

At the time of installation and at periodic intervals (not more than six (6)

months), a visual check of the pilot and main burner flames should be

conducted. The flames should be similar to those pictured below. The main

burner should light smoothly from the pilot. (See Figure 9).

Figure 9

DANGER

Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Scalding may occur within five (5)

seconds at a temperature setting of 140°

F (60° C). To protect against hot water

injury, install an ASSE approved mixing valve in the water system. This valve

will reduce point of discharge temperature by mixing cold and hot water in branch

water lines. A licensed plumbing professional or local plumbing authority should

be consulted.

Note: This water heater is equipped with an energy cut out device to prevent

overheating. Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off

the manual gas control valve to the appliance and call a qualified service

technician.

Note: Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, condensate will form

on the cool tank surface and drops of water will fall on the hot burner and

combustion chamber surfaces producing a “sizzling” noise. Condensation is

normal and does not indicate a leak. It will disappear when the tank becomes

heated.