Reliance Water Heaters Water Heater 184123 000 User Guide

Instruction Manual for  
Residential  
Manufactured Home  
Gas Water Heaters  
FOR USE ONLY IN MANUFACTURED HOMES  
GAMA certification applies to  
all residential gas water heaters  
with capacities of 20 to 100  
gallons with input rating of  
75,000 BTU/Hr. or less.  
ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM  
WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED. IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, PLEASE WRITE TO THE  
COMPANY LISTED ON THE RATING PLATE ON THE WATER HEATER.  
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS  
For Your Safety  
USED BY THIS WATER HEATER  
WARNING  
WARNING: If the information in these  
instructions are not followed exactly, a fire  
or explosion may result, causing property  
damage, personal injury or death.  
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,  
service or maintenance can cause DEATH,  
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY  
DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assistance  
or consult the local gas utility for further  
information.  
Do not store or use gasoline or other  
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity  
of this or any other appliance.  
WARNING  
Flammable vapors may be drawn by air cur-  
rents from other areas of the structure to this  
appliance.  
–WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS  
• Do not try to light any appliance.  
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do  
not use any phone in your building.  
• Immediately call your gas supplier from a  
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas suppli-  
er’s instructions.  
• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call  
the fire department.  
WARNING  
READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION  
BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER AND THEN  
THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING  
OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER.  
Installation and service must be performed  
by a qualified installer, service agency or  
the gas supplier.  
184123-000  
Save this Manual for Future Reference.  
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General Safety (contd)  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present a serious  
health risk or asphyxiation.  
This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.  
Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel beneath  
the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the  
appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the  
appliance is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must  
be covered by the panel. Failure to heed this warning may result  
in a fire hazard.  
WARNING  
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur if  
air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors. Spray can  
propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air conditioner  
refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium and sodium chlo-  
ride, waxes, bleach, and process chemicals are typical compounds  
which are potentially corrosive.  
WARNING  
A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the correct  
amount of air for combustion. Do not install in a confined area  
such as a closet, unless you provide air as shown in the “Locating  
The New Water Heater” section. Never obstruct the flow of ven-  
tilation air. If you have any doubts or questions at all, call your  
gas company. Failure to provide the proper amount of combus-  
tion air can result in a fire or explosion and can cause death, seri-  
ous bodily injury, or property damage.  
WARNING  
Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible  
and noncombustible construction are 1at the sides and rear, 4″  
at the front, and 6from the vent pipe. Clearance from the top of  
the draft hood is 12. Refer to the label on the water heater locat-  
ed adjacent to the gas control valve for all clearances.  
WARNING  
WARNING  
HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water  
system that has not been used for a long period of time (general-  
ly two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable  
and explosive. To prevent the possibility of injury under these  
conditions, we recommend the hot water faucet be opened for  
several minutes at the kitchen sink before any electrical appli-  
ances which are connected to the hot water system are used  
(such as a dishwasher or washing machine). If hydrogen gas is  
present, there will probably be an unusual sound similar to air  
escaping through the pipe as the hot water faucet is opened.  
There must be no smoking or open flame near the faucet at the  
time it is open.  
If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops,  
cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry clean-  
ing equipment, it is imperative that the water heater or water  
heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation air be  
taken from outside these areas. Refer to the “Locating The New  
Water Heater” section of this manual and also the current edition  
of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as  
NFPA 54 for specifics provided concerning air required.  
WARNING  
VENT DAMPERS - Any vent damper, whether it is operated ther-  
mally or otherwise must be removed if its use inhibits proper  
drafting of the water heater.  
WARNING  
Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water heaters hav-  
ing thermal efficiency in excess of 80% may produce a relatively  
low flue gas temperature. Such temperatures may not be high  
enough to properly open thermally operated vent dampers. This  
would cause spillage of flue gases and may cause carbon monox-  
ide poisoning.  
INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater  
insulation jacket on a gas water heater:  
a. DO NOT cover the temperature-pressure relief valve.  
b. DO NOT put insulation over any part of the top of the gas water  
heater.  
c. DO NOT put insulation over the gas control valve or gas control  
valve/burner cover, or any access areas to the burner.  
d. DO NOT let insulation around the gas water heater to get with-  
in 8 inches of the floor (air must get to the burner).  
e. DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and safety  
related warning labels and materials affixed to the water heater.  
Failure to heed this will result in the possibility of a fire or  
explosion.  
Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification as complying  
with the current edition of American National Standard ANSI  
Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67, respectively, cover electrically and  
mechanically actuated vent dampers). Before installation of any  
vent damper, consult the gas utility for further information.  
WARNING  
1. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be discon-  
nected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure  
WARNING  
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testing of the gas system at test pressures in excess of 2 pound  
Flood damage to a water heater may not be readily visible or  
immediately detectible. However, over a period of time a flood-  
ed water heater will create dangerous conditions which can  
cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAM-  
AGE. Call a qualified service technician or contractor to replace  
a flooded water heater. Do not attempt to repair the unit! It must  
be replaced!  
per square inch (3.5kPa).  
2. The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping sys-  
tem by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any  
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pres-  
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sures equal or less than 2 pound per square inch (3.5kPa).  
WARNING  
Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires correction before  
further use. Turn “off” gas to water heater and leave “off” until  
repairs are made, because failure to correct the cause of the soot-  
ing can result in a fire or explosion causing death, serious bodily  
injury, or property damage.  
CAUTION  
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the water  
heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if the tank or  
any connections should leak, the flow of water will not cause  
damage to the structure. When such locations cannot be avoid-  
ed, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water  
heater. Drain pans are available at your local hardware store.  
WARNING  
The water heater with draft hood installed must be properly vent-  
ed to a roof jack which terminates outdoors. Never operate the  
water heater unless it is vented to the outdoors and has adequate  
air supply to avoid risks of improper operation, explosion or  
asphyxiation.  
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Such a drain pan must be not greater than 1 ⁄2 inches deep, have  
a minimum length and width of at least 2 inches greater than the  
water heater dimensions and must be piped to an adequate  
drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow.  
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Table of Contents  
General Safety................................................................................................................................2,3  
Table of Contents  
.........................................................................................................................4  
Introduction  
.........................................................................................................................................5  
..................................................................5  
Preparing for the New Installation  
Typical Installation.....................................................................................................................6  
Locating the New Water Heater.......................................................................7,8  
Facts to Consider About Location ..........................................................................................................................7  
Installing the New Water Heater  
..................................................................8-15  
Securing Water Heater to Floor and Wall ..............................................................................................................8  
Water Piping .........................................................................................................................................................9  
Water Piping Pressure Test...................................................................................................................................9  
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve.......................................................................................................................10  
Filling the Water Heater.......................................................................................................................................11  
Venting...........................................................................................................................................................11,12  
Gas Piping...........................................................................................................................................................12  
“Fuel” Conversion Instructions From Natural Gas To Propane (L.P.) Gas .........................................................13,14  
“Fuel” Conversion Instructions From Propane (L.P.) Gas To Natural Gas ..............................................................14  
Installation Checklist ...........................................................................................................................................15  
Lighting  
Temperature Regulation  
For Your Information  
.................................................................................................................................................16,17  
..................................................................................................18  
......................................................................................................19,20  
Start Up Conditions .............................................................................................................................................19  
Draft Hood Operation .......................................................................................................................................19  
Condensation....................................................................................................................................................19  
Smoke/Odor......................................................................................................................................................19  
Thermal Expansion............................................................................................................................................19  
Strange Sounds..................................................................................................................................................19  
Operational Conditions ..................................................................................................................................19,20  
Smelly Water................................................................................................................................................19,20  
“Air” In Hot Water Faucets ................................................................................................................................20  
High Temperature Shut Off System ....................................................................................................................20  
Not Enough or No Hot Water............................................................................................................................20  
Water Is Too Hot ...............................................................................................................................................20  
Periodic Maintenance....................................................................................................21,22  
Venting System Inspection...................................................................................................................................21  
Burner Inspection ................................................................................................................................................21  
Burner Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................................21  
Housekeeping .....................................................................................................................................................21  
Anode Rod Inspection.........................................................................................................................................22  
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation ......................................................................................................22  
Draining..............................................................................................................................................................22  
Drain Valve Washer Replacement .......................................................................................................................22  
Service ................................................................................................................................................................22  
Leakage Checkpoints............................................................................................................23  
Repair Parts  
.........................................................................................................................................24  
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Introduction  
Thank You  
for purchasing this water heater.  
WARNING  
Properly installed and maintained, it should give you  
years of trouble free service.  
The gas fired water heater is design certified by CSA  
INTERNATIONAL under  
American  
National  
Standard/CSA Standard ANS Z21.10.1 • CSA 4.1 (cur-  
rent edition) for Gas Water Heaters for Manufactured  
Home Installation.  
Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual  
CSA - Canadian Standards Association  
ANSI - American National Standards Institute  
NFPA - National Fire Protection Association  
Instructions to Manufactured Home Manufacturers:  
The installation must conform with the Manufactured  
Home Construction and Safety Standards Title 24 CFR,  
Part 3280.  
Instruction for replacement installation:  
The installation must conform with the instructions in  
this manual; gas company rules; and Local Codes, or in  
the absence of Local Codes, with the current edition of  
the National Fuel Gas code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred  
to as NFPA 54. This publication is available from your  
local government or public library or gas company or by  
writing NFPA, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.  
Preparing for the New Installation  
1. Read the “General Safety” section, pages 2 and 3 of  
this manual first and then the entire manual carefully. If  
you don’t follow the safety rules, the water heater will  
not operate properly. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS  
BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.  
This manual contains instructions for the installation,  
operation, and maintenance of the gas-fired water  
heater. It also contains warnings through out the manu-  
al that you must read and be aware of. All warnings  
and all instructions are essential to the proper opera-  
tion of the water heater and your safety. Since we can-  
not put everything on the first few pages, READ THE  
ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL  
OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.  
referred to as NFPA 54. This publication is available  
from your local government or public library or gas  
company or by writing NFPA, Batterymarch Park,  
Quincy, MA 02269.  
3. If after reading this manual you have any questions or  
do not understand any portion of the instructions, call  
the local gas utility and/or plumbing inspector.  
4. Carefully plan the place where you are going to put  
the water heater. Correct combustion, vent action, and  
vent pipe installation are very important in preventing  
death from possible carbon monoxide poisoning and  
fires.  
Examine the location to ensure the water heater com-  
plies with the “Locating the New Water Heater” sec-  
tion in this manual.  
2. The gas fired water heater is design certified by CSA  
INTERNATIONAL under American National  
Standard/CSA Standard ANS Z21.10.1 • CSA 4.1 (cur-  
rent edition) for Gas Water Heaters for Manufactured  
Home Installation.  
5. For California installation this water heater must be  
braced, anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or mov-  
ing during an earthquake. See instructions for correct  
installation procedures. Instructions may be obtained  
from your local dealer, wholesaler, public utilities or  
California Office of the State Architect, 400 P Street,  
Sacramento, CA 95814.  
Instructions to Manufactured Home Manufacturers:  
The installation must conform with the Manufactured  
Home Construction and Safety Standards Title 24 CFR,  
Part 3280.  
6. Massachusettes Code requires this water heater to be  
installed in accordance with Massachusetts 248-CMR  
2.00: State Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00.  
Instruction for replacement installation:  
The installation must conform with the instructions in  
this manual; gas company rules; and Local Codes, or  
in the absence of Local Codes, with the current edi-  
tion of the National Fuel Gas code, ANSI Z223.1, also  
7. Complies with SCAQMD rule #1121 and districts  
having equivalent NOx requirements.  
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Typical Installation  
VENT CAP  
ROOF JACK  
WARNING  
When the system requires water at temperatures higher  
than required for other uses, the hot water system may  
require a means such as a mixing valve to be installed  
to temper the water at certain points of use. Some peo-  
ple are more likely to be permanently injured by hot  
water than others; these include the elderly, children,  
the infirm, or the physically/mentally handicapped.  
Before immersing yourself or anyone else in hot water,  
be sure to check the water temperature. WARNING:  
HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD  
INJURY. (Also see “Temperature Regulation” section)  
Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hard-  
ware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for  
installation of these valves.  
HOT WATER OUTLET  
12MIN.  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
TEMPERED  
WATER  
OUTLET  
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE  
RELIEF VALVE  
GAS SUPPLY  
MIXING  
VALVE  
COLD WATER  
INLET  
OUTSIDE  
WALL OF  
MANUFACTURED  
HOME  
DOOR  
LOUVERED  
OPENING  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
TO SUITABLE  
DRAIN  
6MAX.  
Figure 1  
WARNING  
INSTALLATION IN ENCLOSURE OF MANUFACTURED HOME  
WITH LOUVERED EXTERIOR DOOR  
This water heater shall not be connected to any heating  
systems or component(s) previously used with a non-  
potable water heating appliance.  
If this water heater is also used for space heating applica-  
tions, all piping and components connected to the water  
heater shall be suitable for use with potable water.  
VENT CAP  
ROOF JACK  
HOT WATER OUTLET  
12MIN.  
SOLID  
ACCESS  
DOOR  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
TEMPERED  
WATER  
OUTLET  
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE  
RELIEF VALVE  
WARNING  
MIXING  
VALVE  
GAS SUPPLY  
Toxic chemicals such as used for treatment of boilers or  
non-potable water heating appliances shall never be  
introduced into a potable water space heating system.  
COLD WATER  
INLET  
OUTSIDE  
DOOR  
WALL OF  
MANUFACTURED  
HOME  
DRAIN PAN  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
NOTE: To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and  
cold water fittings, it is strongly recommended that di-elec-  
tric unions or couplings be installed on this water heater  
when connected to copper pipe.  
5MIN.  
1MIN.  
DIAMETER  
Figure 2  
INSTALLATION IN ENCLOSURE OF MANUFACTURED HOME  
WITH SOLID EXTERIOR DOOR  
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Locating the New Water Heater  
Facts to Consider About the  
Location  
CAUTION  
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the  
water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that  
if the tank or any connections should leak, the flow of  
water will not cause damage to the structure. When such  
locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should  
be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are avail-  
able at your local hardware store. Such a drain pan must  
This manufactured home gas-fired water heater is for use  
in a manufactured home.You should carefully choose an  
indoor location for the new water heater, because the  
placement is a very important consideration for the safety  
of the occupants in the building and for the most economi-  
cal use of the appliance. This water heater is for use only  
in manufactured homes and is not intended for outdoor  
installation.  
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be not greater than 1 ⁄2 inches deep, have a minimum  
length and width of at least 2 inches greater than the water  
heater dimensions and must be piped to an adequate drain.  
The pan must not restrict combustion air flow.  
The installation of this water heater must be within an  
enclosure so as to separate the appliance combustion sys-  
tem and venting system from the interior atmosphere of  
the manufactured home. There shall not be any door,  
removable access panel, or other opening into the enclo-  
sure from the inside of the manufactured home.  
When a drain pan is required, an exterior door with lou-  
vered openings must be used as shown in figure 1, page 6.  
1MIN.  
1MIN.  
1MIN.  
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water  
heater in a new location, the following critical points must  
be observed.  
NOTE: DOOR MUST BE  
ON OUTSIDE WALL OF  
MANUFACTURED  
HOME.  
4MIN.  
1. An enclosure with an exterior access door incorporat-  
ing a single opening positioned a maximum of 6 inches  
above the lower edge of the access door and which  
INSTALLATION  
CLEARANCES  
TOP VIEW  
Figure 3  
1
may incorporate either /4 inch wire mesh or louvers.  
1
When /4 inch wire mesh is used, the size of the open-  
ing must be a minimum of 20 square inches. When the  
louvers are used, the area must be a minimum of 20  
square inches. (See figure 1, page 6)  
WARNING  
INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS  
(VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED  
(GARAGES, STORAGE AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC):  
Flammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents, propane (LP)  
or butane, etc.) or other substances (such as adhesives, etc.),  
all of which emit flammable vapors, may be improperly  
stored or used in such areas. The gas water heater pilot light  
or main burner can ignite such vapors. The resulting flash-  
back and fire can cause death or serious burns to anyone in  
the area, as well as property damage.  
If installation in such areas is your only option, then the  
installation must be accomplished in a way that the pilot  
flame and main burner flame are elevated from the floor at  
least 18 inches. While this may reduce the chances of  
flammable vapors from a floor spill being ignited, gasoline  
and other flammable substances should never be stored or  
used in the same room or area containing a gas water heater  
or other open flame or spark producing appliance.  
2. An optional enclosure incorporating a solid exterior  
access door, when a 5 inch or 8 inch diameter, or 20  
square inch minimum equivalent free air opening is  
located in the floor of the enclosure. The opening must  
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be covered by a /4 inch wire mesh. (See figure 2, page 6)  
Install water heater into closet so as to have 1 inch mini-  
mum clearance at sides and back. Clearance of 4 inches is  
needed to front to accommodate the gas control valve.  
(See Figure 3) Be sure to allow adequate clearance for ser-  
vicing the water heater and for access to the piping and  
temperature-pressure relief valve.  
The water heater should be secured to the floor and to the  
wall of the enclosure with the mounting brackets provided.  
For bracket location refer to “Securing Water Heater to  
Floor and Wall” in the “Installing the New Water Heater”  
section.  
Also, the water heater must be located and/or protected so it  
is not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.  
NOTE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from  
other areas of the structure to the appliance.  
When a manufactured home is skirted, an air intake open-  
ing with a minimum free area of 32 square inches must be  
provided in the skirt. Other gas fired appliances in the  
home will require additional free air openings; consult  
these manufacturers for correct sizing.  
WARNING  
Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds,  
(cleaners, chlorine based chemicals, refrigerants, etc.) in  
addition to being highly flammable in many cases, will  
also change to corrosive hydrochloric acid when exposed  
to the combustion products of the water heater. The  
results can be hazardous, and also cause product failure.  
If the opening is covered by louvers or screen, the total  
free area must be 32 square inches.  
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Locating the New Water Heater (contd)  
Facts to Consider About the  
Location (contd)  
3. The location selection must provide adequate clear-  
WARNING  
ances for servicing and proper operation of the water  
heater.  
A gas water heater cannot operate properly without  
the correct amount of air for combustion. Do not  
install in a confined area such as a closet, unless you  
provide air as shown in Figures 1-3. Never obstruct the  
flow of ventilation air. If you have any doubts or ques-  
tions at all, call your gas company. Failure to provide  
the proper amount of combustion air can result in a  
fire or explosion and can cause DEATH, SERIOUS  
BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.  
WARNING  
This water heater must not be installed directly on car-  
peting. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or  
wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyond  
the full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3  
inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the appliance is  
installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be  
covered by the panel. Failure to heed this warning may  
result in a fire hazard.  
WARNING  
If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, bar-  
ber shops, cleaning establishments or self-service laun-  
dries with dry cleaning equipment, it is imperative that  
the water heater or water heaters be installed so that  
combustion and ventilation air be taken from outside  
these areas. Refer to the “Locating the New Water  
Heater section” of this manual and also the current  
edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1,  
also referred to as NFPA 54 for specifics provided con-  
cerning air required.  
WARNING  
Minimum clearances between the water heater and  
combustible and noncombustible construction are 1at  
the sides and rear, 4at the front, and 6from the vent  
pipe. Clearance from the top of the draft hood is 12.  
Refer to the label on the water heater located adjacent  
to the gas control valve for all clearances.  
Installing the New Water Heater  
Securing Water Heater to Floor  
and Wall  
The water heater must be secured to the floor and to the  
wall of the enclosure with the three mounting brackets  
and screws packaged in the carton with the water  
heater. The two small brackets stamped #0110064 are  
MOUNTING  
used to attach the water heater to the floor and the one  
BRACKETS  
large #0110063 bracket is used to secure the top of the  
water heater to the wall.  
Because of installation variances these brackets can be  
located at any points around the circumference of the  
jacket. When the bracket locations are determined using  
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the /8drill bit for a pattern, drill only through the outer  
jacket of the water heater. Then using the screws provid-  
ed, secure the bracket to the water heater, floor and  
wall.  
MOUNTING  
BRACKET  
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Installing the New Water Heater (contd)  
Water Piping  
ELBOW  
HOT OUTLET  
TO HOUSE  
WARNING  
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are  
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem-  
THREADED TO  
perature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish wash-  
SWEAT COUPLING  
ing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and perma-  
nently injure you upon contact. Some people are more  
3/4THREADED  
likely to be permanently injured by hot water than oth-  
ers. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or  
physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone using hot  
water in your home fits into one of these groups or if  
there is a local code or state law requiring a certain  
temperature water at the hot water tap, then you must  
take special precautions. In addition to using the lowest  
possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot  
water needs, some type of tempering device, such as a  
mixing valve, should be used at the hot water taps used  
by these people or at the water heater. Mixing valves  
are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores.  
Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the  
valves. Before changing the factory setting on the ther-  
mostat, read the “Temperature Regulation” section.  
COUPLINGS  
TEMPERATURE-  
PRESSURE RELIEF  
VALVE  
SHUTOFF  
VALVE  
COLD INLET  
WATER LINE  
DISCHARGE PIPE  
(Do not cap or plug.  
Must terminate beneath  
manufactured home.)  
WATER PIPING PRESSURE TEST  
This section is only for the manufacturer installing the  
water heater when the installation is to comply with  
H.U.D. Standards.  
WARNING  
This water heater shall not be connected to any heating  
systems or component(s) previously used with a non-  
potable water heating appliance.  
When testing the water ways, H.U.D. Standards state:  
“Water distribution system. All water piping in the  
water distribution system shall be subjected to a pres-  
sure test. The test shall be made by subjecting the sys-  
tem to air or water at 100 psi for 15 minutes without  
loss of pressure. When air pressure is used, the water  
heater shall not be connected during the test.”  
If a water heater is installed in a closed water supply sys-  
tem; such as one having a back-flow preventer, check  
valve, water meter with a check valve, etc... in the cold  
water supply; means shall be provided to control thermal  
expansion. Contact the water supplier or plumbing  
inspector on how to control this situation.  
WARNING  
I
f the water piping system is to be air pressure tested,  
the water heater must be disconnected from the water  
piping system. Failure to disconnect the water heater  
during air pressure testing of the water piping system  
could result IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR  
PROPERTY DAMAGE.  
NOTE: To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and  
cold water fittings, it is strongly recommended that di-  
electric unions or couplings be installed on this water  
heater when connected to copper pipe.  
HOT OUTLET  
NOTE: This water heater is super insulated to minimize  
heat loss from the tank. Further reduction in heat loss  
can be accomplished by insulating the hot water lines  
from the water heater.  
WHEN AIR TESTING,  
REMOVE THE WATER  
LINES FROM THE  
WATER HEATER  
The illustration shows the attachment of the water piping  
3
to the water heater. The water heater is equipped with 4  
inch water connections.  
NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an  
adapter before attaching the adaptor to the cold water  
inlet connection. Do not solder the cold water supply  
line directly to the cold water inlet. It will harm the dip  
tube and damage the tank.  
COLD INLET  
9
 
Installing the New Water Heater (contd)  
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve  
WARNING  
WARNING  
At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided  
with a combination temperature-pressure relief valve certi-  
fied by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that main-  
tains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment  
or materials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves  
and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply  
Systems, and the current edition of ANSI Z21.22 and the  
code requirements of ASME. If replaced, the valve must  
meet the requirements of local codes, but not less than a  
combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified  
as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and  
Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply  
Systems, ANSI Z21.22 by a nationally recognized testing  
laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production  
of listed equipment or materials.  
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually  
operated at least once a year. Caution should be taken to  
ensure that (1) no one is in front of or around the outlet of  
the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2)  
the water manually discharged will not cause any bodily  
injury or property damage because the water may be  
extremely hot.  
If after manually operating the valve, it fails to completely  
reset and continues to release water, immediately close the  
cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining  
instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief  
valve with a new one.  
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not  
to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the  
water heater (150 lbs. p.s.i.) and a discharge capacity not  
less than the water heater input rate as shown on the model  
rating plate. (Electric heaters - watts divided by 1000 x  
3412) equal BTU/Hr. rate.  
HOT  
TEMPERATURE-  
PRESSURE  
RELIEF VALVE  
Your local jurisdictional authority, while mandating the use  
of a temperature-pressure relief valve complying with ANSI  
Z21.22 and ASME, may require a valve model different  
from the one furnished with the water heater.  
Compliance with such local requirements must be satisfied  
by the installer or end user of the water heater with a local-  
ly prescribed temperature-pressure relief valve installed in  
the designated opening in the water heater in place of the  
factory furnished valve.  
DISCHARGE PIPE  
(Do not cap or plug.  
Must terminate  
beneath  
manufactured home.)  
For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve must  
not be removed from it’s designated opening or plugged.  
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be installed  
directly into the fitting of the water heater designated for  
the relief valve. Position the valve downward and provide  
tubing so that any discharge will exit only within 6 inches  
above, or at any distance below the structural floor. Be cer-  
tain that no contact is made with any live electrical part.  
The discharge opening must not be blocked or reduced in  
size under any circumstances. Excessive length, over 30  
feet, or use of more than four elbows can cause restriction  
and reduce the discharge capacity of the valve.  
COLD  
No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the  
relief valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing directly to  
discharge drain unless a 6air gap is provided. To prevent  
bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief  
valve must be allowed to discharge water in quantities  
should circumstances demand. If the discharge pipe is not  
connected to a drain or other suitable means, the water  
flow may cause property damage.  
RELIEF VALVE OPENING  
“THIS WATER HEATER IS PROVIDED WITH A COMBINATION TEMPER-  
ATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE. FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THE  
WATER HEATER, THE RELIEF VALVE(S) MUST NOT BE REMOVED  
FROM ITS DESIGNATED POINT OF INSTALLATION OR PLUGGED.”  
YOUR LOCAL JURISDICTIONAL AUTHORITY, WHILE MANDATING THE  
USE OF A TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE COMPLYING  
WITH ANSI Z21.22 AND ASME, MAY REQUIRE A VALVE MODEL DIF-  
FERENT FROM THE ONE FURNISHED WITH THE WATER HEATER.  
COMPLIANCE WITH SUCH LOCAL REQUIREMENTS MUST BE SATIS-  
FIED BY THE INSTALLER OR END USER OF THE WATER HEATER  
WITH A LOCALLY PRESCRIBED TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF  
VALVE INSTALLED IN THE DESIGNATED OPENING IN THE WATER  
HEATER.  
The discharge pipe:  
—Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size  
of the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other  
restriction.  
—Must not be plugged or blocked.  
—Must be of material listed for hot water distribution.  
—Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both  
the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the discharge  
pipe.  
SEE MANUAL HEADING—“TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF  
VALVES” FOR INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE OF RELIEF VALVE,  
DISCHARGE LINE AND OTHER SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.  
—Must terminate at an adequate drain.  
—Must not have any valve between the relief valve and tank.  
10  
 
Installing the New Water Heater (contd)  
Filling the Water Heater  
WARNING  
CAUTION  
To insure proper venting of this gas-fired water heater, the cor-  
rect vent pipe diameter must be utilized. Any additions or dele-  
tions of other gas appliances on a common vent with this water  
heater may adversely affect the operation of the water heater.  
Consult the local gas utility if any such changes are planned.  
Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled  
with water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must  
be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water  
faucet before turning “ON” gas to the water heater.  
To fill the water heater with water:  
1. Close the water heater drain valve by turning the han-  
dle to the right (clockwise). The drain valve is on the  
lower front of the water heater.  
The combustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed.  
2. Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater.  
NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open  
when the water heater is in use.  
WARNING  
The water heater with draft hood installed must be connected  
to a roof jack which terminates to the outdoors. Never operate  
the water heater unless it is vented to the outdoors and has  
adequate air supply to avoid risks of improper operation,  
explosion or asphyxiation.  
3. To insure complete filling of the tank, allow air to exit  
by opening the nearest hot water faucet. Allow water  
to run until a constant flow is obtained. This will let air  
out of the water heater and the piping.  
4. Check all new water piping for leaks. Repair as needed.  
WARNING  
Venting  
Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present serious  
health risk or asphyxiation.  
1. Place the draft hood legs in the receiving holes on the  
top of the water heater. The legs will snap in the holes  
to give a tight fit.  
WARNING  
2. Place the vent pipe over the draft hood. With the vent  
pipe in position, drill a small hole through both the  
vent pipe and draft hood. Secure them together with a  
sheet metal screw.  
The vent pipe from the water heater must be no less than  
the diameter of the draft hood outlet on the water heater.  
All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of  
the structure (dwelling). Install only the draft hood provided  
with the new water heater and no other draft hood.  
DRAFT HOOD INSTALLATION  
VENT  
DRAFT HOOD  
The water heater must be connected to a roof jack: The vent  
pipe from the water heater to the roof jack must be no less  
than the diameter of the draft hood outlet (min. 3 inches) on  
the water heater.  
SCREW  
DRAFT  
HOOD  
This water heater may be installed with single wall or Type B  
vent pipe connection to the draft hood and the following  
U.L. listed roof jacks not furnished.  
VENT TO  
OUTDOORS  
VENT CAP  
ROOF JACK  
DRAFT  
HOOD  
Van Dyke Ind. No. 987  
Vent Line No. 2073  
White Metal Products 3RJ  
There must be a minimum clearance of 12 inches between  
the top of the draft hood and the top of the enclosure.  
WARNING  
VENT DAMPERS - Any vent damper, whether it is operated ther-  
mally or otherwise must be removed if its use inhibits proper  
drafting of the water heater.  
The draft hood and combustion air inlet to the water heater  
must be in the same atmospheric pressure zone. Do not sep-  
arate by a wall, shelf, ceiling, partition, or any other means.  
Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water heaters hav-  
ing thermal efficiency in excess of 80% may produce a relatively  
low flue gas temperature. Such temperatures may not be high  
enough to properly open thermally operated vent dampers. This  
would cause spillage of flue gases and may cause carbon monox-  
ide poisoning.  
Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification as complying  
with the current edition of the American National Standard ANSI  
Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67, respectively, cover electrically and  
mechanically actuated vent dampers).  
Before installation of any vent damper, consult the local gas util-  
ity for further information.  
There must be a minimum of 6 inch clearance between sin-  
gle wall vent pipe and any combustible material. Fill and  
seal any clearance between single wall vent pipe and com-  
bustible material with mortar mix, cement, or other noncom-  
bustible substance. For other than single wall, follow vent  
pipe manufacturers clearance specifications.  
WARNING  
Failure to have required clearances between vent piping  
and combustible material will result in a fire hazard.  
11  
 
Installing the New Water Heater (contd)  
WARNING  
Venting (contd)  
The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be discon-  
nected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure  
WARNING  
1
testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 2 pound per  
Be sure vent pipe is properly connected to prevent escape of  
dangerous flue gases which could cause deadly asphyxiation.  
square inch (3.5kPa).  
The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping sys-  
tem by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any  
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pres-  
WARNING  
1
sures equal to or less than 2 pound per square inch (3.5kPa).  
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may  
occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors.  
Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air  
conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium  
and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach and process chemicals  
are typical compounds which are potentially corrosive.  
Connecting the gas piping to the gas control valve of the water  
heater can be accomplished by either of the two methods shown.  
SEDIMENT TRAP  
A sediment trap shall be installed as close to the inlet of the water  
heater as practical at the time of water heater installation. The  
sediment trap shall be either a tee fitting with a capped nipple in  
the bottom outlet or other device recognized as an effective sedi-  
ment trap. If a tee fitting is used, it shall be installed in confor-  
mance with one of the methods of installation shown below.  
Gas Piping  
WARNING  
Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the model  
rating plate. The inlet gas pressure must not exceed 10.5 in.  
water column (2.6kPa) for natural gas or 13 in. water column  
(3.2kPa) for propane (L.P.) gas. The minimum inlet gas pressure  
listed on the rating plate is for the purpose of input adjustment.  
GAS PIPING WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR  
GAS SUPPLY PIPING  
MANUAL SHUTOFF  
VALVE  
FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTOR  
LABELED AS COMPLYING  
WITH ANSI STANDARDS  
WARNING  
1
If the gas control valve is subjected to pressures exceeding 2  
pound per square inch (3.5kPa), the damage to the gas con-  
trol valve could result in a fire or explosion from leaking gas.  
LOOP  
GROUND JOINT  
UNION (Optional)  
GAS CONTROL  
VALVE  
DRIP LEG  
3MIN.  
WARNING  
(Sediment Trap)  
If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas appliances is used,  
also turn “OFF” the gas at each appliance. Leave all gas appli-  
ances shut off until the water heater installation is complete.  
CAP  
GAS PIPING WITH ALL BLACK IRON PIPE  
TO GAS CONTROL  
A gas line of sufficient size must be run to the water heater.  
Consult the current edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI  
Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA 54 and the gas company con-  
cerning pipe size.  
GAS SUPPLY PIPING  
MANUAL SHUTOFF  
VALVE  
There shall be:  
BLACK PIPE  
–A readily accessible manual shut off valve in the gas supply  
line serving the water heater, and  
GROUND JOINT  
–A drip leg (sediment trap) ahead of the gas control valve to  
help prevent dirt and foreign materials from entering the gas  
control valve.  
–A flexible gas connector or a ground joint union between the  
shutoff valve and control valve to permit servicing of the unit.  
Be sure to check all the gas piping for leaks before lighting the  
water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open  
flame. Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.  
UNION  
GAS CONTROL  
VALVE  
DRIP LEG  
3MIN.  
(Sediment Trap)  
CAP  
WARNING  
Contaminants in the gas lines may cause improper operation  
of the gas control valve that may result in fire or explosion.  
Before attaching the gas line be sure that all gas pipe is clean  
on the inside. To trap any dirt or foreign material in the gas  
supply line, a drip leg (sometimes called a sediment trap)  
shall be incorporated in the piping. The drip leg must be  
readily accessible. Install in accordance with the “Gas  
Piping” section. Refer to the current edition of the National  
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA 54.  
WARNING  
Use pipe joint compound or teflon tape marked as being  
resistant to the action of petroleum [Propane (L.P.)] gases.  
WARNING  
The appliance and its gas connection must be leak test-  
ed before placing the appliance in operation.  
12  
 
Installing the New Water Heater (contd)  
Step 10. Turn gas control knob clockwise  
position. Knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to  
“OFF” unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT  
FORCE.  
to “OFF”  
“Fuel” Conversion Instructions  
From Natural Gas To Propane  
(L.P.) Gas  
Read and follow detailed conversion instructions below and  
also in the instruction manual in their entirety before starting  
the conversion.  
Step 11. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you  
then smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety in-  
formation on “For Your Safety” label. If you don’t  
smell gas, go to the next step.  
Step 12. Find pilot-follow metal tube from gas control. The  
pilot is located in front of the burner. (See Figure 7,  
page 14)  
Conversion kit with necessary parts are in a bag attached to  
the drain valve.  
Step 1. Turn gas control knob “A” to “PILOT”. Depress and  
turn “OFF”. (See Figure 4, page 14).  
PILOT BURNE
THERMOCOUPLE  
Step 2. Remove outer and inner access doors from water  
heater.  
Step 3. Remove burner assembly from water heater and con-  
Step 13. If you don’t smell gas, turn knob on gas control  
counter-clockwise to “PILOT” position.  
3
trol by loosening 4nut “H” holding burner assem-  
bly to control. (See Figure 5, page 14). Loosen pilot  
tube nut “J” and thermocouple nut “K” at control.  
Step 14. Push in control knob all the way and hold down.  
Immediately light the pilot with a match. Continue  
to hold control knob in for about one (1) minute  
after the pilot is lit. Release knob and it will pop  
back up. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out, re-  
peat steps 9 through 12.  
Step 4. Remove screws “D” disengaging manifold from  
burner. (See Figure 6, page 14)  
3
Step 5. Remove orifice “E” (See Figure 6, page 14) using 8  
wrench. Install orifice marked “L.P.” found in the  
bag into manifold. Tighten securely. Secure burner  
to manifold with screws “D”.  
If knob does not pop up when released, stop  
and immediately call the local gas supplier.  
If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries,  
depress and turn the gas control knob clock-  
Step 6. Loosen pilot tube nut “F” (See Figure 7, page 14).  
Remove orifice “G” and replace with red colored  
orifice found in bag. Reinstall nut “F” and tighten  
securely.  
wise  
to “OFFand call the gas supplier.  
Step 15. Check for gas leaks with only pilot flame burning  
using a soapy water solution, not a match or open  
flame. Check for gas leaks at fittings “F”and “G”  
(See Figure 7, page 14) and at fitting “J” (See Figure  
5, page 14).  
Step 7. Make sure all connections are tightened securely,  
and reinstall burner assembly into water heater. Po-  
sition end of the manifold inside bracket as shown in  
Figure 6 on page 14. Reinstall manifold into control  
3
and tighten 4 inch nut (“H”) securely. Recheck to see  
that end of manifold is still inside bracket as shown  
in Figure 6 on page 14. Reinstall pilot tubing and  
thermocouple into control. (See Figure 5, page 14)  
Step 16. Make sure temperature adjustment dial is turned  
clockwise (  
Figure 4, page 14).  
) in its lowest position (See  
Step 8. Place screwdriver in slot “B”. (See Figure 4, page  
Step 17. Replace inner and outer doors.  
14). Depress and turn counter-clockwise (  
) to  
Step 18. At arms length away turn gas control knob to the  
full “ON” position. WARNING: Do not use gas  
control knob to regulate gas flow. Turn tempera-  
stop. Control screw must be in “IN” position for  
propane (L.P.) gas and in “OUT” position for natural  
gas. STOP! Read label “For Your Safety” located on  
your water heater.  
ture adjustment dial counter-clockwise (  
until gas flows to main burner and ignites.  
)
Step 9. Set the thermostat to lowest setting by turning the  
Step 19. With a soapy water solution, not a match or open  
flame, check for gas leaks at gas connection “H”.  
(See Figure 5, page 14). If gas leak occurs, turn off  
immediately by shutting off gas cock at inlet to  
water temperature dial clockwise, (  
) to its  
lowest temperature setting (with arrow on dial) as  
shown.  
control,or by turning gas control knob  
to  
“PILOT” pushing down and turning to “OFF”. Re-  
pair gas leak as necessary, and repeat steps 9  
through 19.  
Step 20. At arms length away, set the thermostat to desired  
setting. The mark (M) HOT indicative of approx.  
120°F is preferred starting point. Some local laws  
may require a lower starting point. If hotter water  
is desired see the Temperature Regulation” sec-  
tion in this manual.  
13  
 
Installing the New Water Heater (contd)  
“Fuel” Conversion Instructions  
From Natural Gas To Propane  
(L.P.) Gas (contd)  
Step 21. Replace the outer door if not replaced in step 17.  
WARNING  
Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Before  
changing temperature setting see the “Temperature  
Regulation” section in this manual.  
NUT “H”  
Step 22. Remove adhesive label found in conversion kit  
and place next to rating plate. Mark label indi-  
NUT “K”  
NUT “J”  
cating for which type gas the water heater is  
now equipped.  
THERMOCOUPLE  
PILOT TUBING  
MANIFOLD  
BURNER  
“Fuel” Conversion Instructions  
From Propane (L.P.) Gas To  
Natural Gas  
Figure 5  
To convert from Propane (L.P.) gas to Natural gas, follow  
the “Fuel” Conversion Instructions From Natural Gas to  
Propane (L.P.) Gas” section except in Step 5, use orifice  
“E”, marked “NAT.”. In Step 6 use pilot orifice “G”, brass  
color and in Step 8 turn control screw “B” in Figure 4  
clockwise (  
) to stop. Screw must be in “OUT” posi-  
tion for Natural gas.  
See “Instruction Label” for orifice sizes.  
MANIFOLD  
“E”  
Maximum Supply Pressure:  
10.5W.C. For Nat. Gas.  
BRACKET  
13W.C. for Propane (L.P.) Gas  
Minimum Supply Pressure  
5W.C. for Nat. Gas.  
“D”  
Figure 6  
11W.C. For Propane (L.P.) Gas  
“A” GAS CONTROL  
KNOB  
INLET  
GAS  
LINE  
“G”  
“F”  
TEMPERATURE  
ADJ. DIAL  
PLASTIC CAP  
PILOT TUBING  
“B”  
Figure 7  
OUT FOR NATURAL  
IN FOR PROPANE (L.P.)  
Figure 4  
14  
 
Installing the New Water Heater (contd)  
Installation Checklist  
BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT:  
1. Check the gas lines for leaks.  
6. Is there proper clearance between the water  
heater and anything that might catch fire? See the  
“Locating the New Water Heater” section.  
a. Use a soapy water solution. DO NOT test for  
gas leaks using a match or open flame.  
b. Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes,  
joints and fittings.  
7. Do you have adequate ventilation so that the  
water heater will operate properly? See the  
“Locating the New Water Heater” section.  
c. Check for bubbling soap. This means you have  
a leak. Turn “OFF” gas and make the necessary  
repairs.  
d. Recheck for leaks.  
e. Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.  
8. Is the draft hood vent piping properly secured?  
See “Venting” instructions in the “Installing the  
New Water Heater” section.  
2. Is the new temperature-pressure relief valve prop-  
erly installed and piped to an adequate drain? See  
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve” section.  
9. Is there proper clearance between the vent pipe  
and anything that might catch on fire? See  
“Venting” instructions in the “Installing the New  
Water Heater” section.  
3. Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the  
water heater correctly? See “Water Piping” instruc-  
tions in the “Installing the New Water Heater”  
section.  
10. Is the vent pipe properly sloped and does the vent  
terminate outdoors? See “Venting” instructions in  
the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.  
4. Is the water heater completely filled with water?  
See “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the  
“Installing the New Water Heater” section.  
11. Do you need to call your gas company to check  
the gas pipe and its hookup?  
5. Will a water leak damage anything? See the  
“Locating the New Water Heater” section.  
VENT PIPE TO UL  
LISTED ROOF JACK  
HOT  
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE  
RELIEF VALVE  
MODEL RATING PLATE  
GAS SUPPLY  
SUITABLE FOR WATER (POTABLE)  
HEATING ONLY  
SHUTOFF VALVE  
COLD  
AUTOMATIC STORAGE WATER HEATER FOR  
TEE  
INSTALLATION IN A MANUFACTURED HOME  
SHUTOFF  
VALVE  
DRIP LEG  
(Sediment trap)  
ORIFICE SIZE: #40 FOR NAT. / #52 FOR LP  
IF CONVERTED - PROPANE RATE: 30,000 BTU  
*
DRAIN VALVE  
PIPE CAP  
DISCHARGE PIPE  
(Do not cap or plug.  
Must terminate beneath  
manufactured home.)  
* For 30 and 40 Gal. heater as shown  
For 50 Gal. heater:  
ORIFICE SIZE: #35 FOR NAT. / #51 FOR LP  
IF CONVERTED - PROPANE RATE: 38,000 BTU  
15  
 
Lighting  
WARNING  
BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER  
HEATERS]: Propane (L.P.) gas is heavier than air.  
Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle  
near the ground. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted  
areas under manufactured homes (even when  
ventilated), closets and areas below ground level will  
serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas.  
Before attempting to light or relight the water heater’s  
pilot or turning on a nearby electrical light switch, be  
absolutely sure there is no accumulated gas in the area.  
Search for odor of gas by sniffing at ground level in the  
vicinity of the appliance. If odor is detected, follow the  
steps indicated at “For Your Safety” on the cover page  
of this manual, then leave the premises.  
Figure 8  
Lighting and operating instructions are located on front of  
the water heater, above or to one side of the gas control  
valve.  
WARNING  
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED  
BY THIS WATER HEATER.  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
IF YOU SMELL GAS:  
1. Do not try to light any appliance.  
2. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any  
phone in your building.  
Figure 9  
3. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s  
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.  
4. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire  
department.  
WARNING  
DO NOT force the gas control knob. Use only your  
hand to push it down to light the pilot, or to turn it to  
“ON”, “OFF” or “PILOT”. Never use a tool such as a  
lever, wrench or pliers. Do not hit or damage the knob.  
A damaged knob may result in an explosion and seri-  
ous injury. If you have problem turning the knob, call  
the gas supplier immediately.  
Figure 10  
CHECK FOR LEAKS  
Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before light-  
ing your water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a  
match or open flame. Check the factory gas fittings after  
pilot is lit and gas control knob is still in “PILOT” posi-  
tion. Then, check the fittings when the main burner is  
turned “ON”. Use a soapy water solution for this, too.  
INNER  
DOOR  
OUTER  
DOOR  
Figure 11  
16  
 
Lighting (contd)  
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING  
WARNING  
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion  
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.  
A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by  
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire  
department.  
C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control  
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or  
turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a qualified ser-  
vice technician. Force or attempted repair may result  
in a fire or explosion.  
D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under  
water. Immediately call a qualified service technician  
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the  
control system and any gas control which has been  
under water.  
hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions  
exactly.  
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area  
for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because  
some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.  
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS  
Do not try to light any appliance.  
Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any  
pImhmoneediianteyloyucrablul iyldoiunrgg. as supplier from a neighbor’s  
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.  
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS  
1. STOP! Read the safety information above on this label.  
9. Push in control knob all the way and hold down.  
Immediately light the pilot with a match. Continue to  
hold control knob in for about one (1) minute after  
the pilot is lit. Release knob and it will pop back up.  
Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 4  
through 9.  
2. Remove outer door.  
3. Set the thermostat to lowest setting  
by turning the water temperature dial  
clockwise, (  
) to its lowest tempera-  
ture setting (with arrow on dial) as  
shown.  
If knob does not pop up when released, stop and  
immediately call your service technician or gas  
sIfutphpeliepr.ilot will not stay lit after several tries,  
depress and turn the gas control knob clockwise  
4. Turn gas control knob clockwise  
to “OFF” posi-  
tion. Knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to “OFF”  
unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT FORCE.  
(Figure 8)  
to “OFF” and call your service technician  
or gas supplier. (Figure 8)  
5. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you then  
smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information  
above on this label. If you don’t smell gas, go to the  
next step.  
6. Remove (or open) inner door located below the gas  
control unit. (Figure 11)  
7. Find pilot-follow metal tube from gas control. The pilot  
is located in front of the burner.  
10. Replace (or close) inner door. Replace outer door if  
door does not cover gas control on/off knob or tem-  
perature adjustment knob. (Figure 11)  
11. At arms length away, turn gas control knob counter-  
clockwise  
to the full “ON” position. Warning  
do not use gas control knob to regulate gas  
flow. (Figure 10)  
THERMOCOUPLE  
LOT BURNER  
12. At arms length away, set the thermostat to desired  
setting. The mark ( M ) HOT indicative of approximate  
120°F is preferred starting point. Some local laws  
may require a lower starting point. If hotter water is  
desired, see instruction manual and “warning” below.  
13. Replace the outer door if not replaced in step 10.  
8. If you don’t smell gas, turn knob on gas control counter  
clockwise to “PILOT” position. (Figure 9)  
WARNING  
Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Before changing temperature setting see instruction manual.  
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE  
2. Turn gas control knob clockwise  
to “OFF” posi-  
1. Set the thermostat to lowest setting by turning the  
water temperature dial clockwise ( ) to its lowest  
temperature setting (with arrow on dial) as shown.  
tion. Knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to “OFF”  
unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT FORCE.  
(Figure 8)  
3. Replace outer door (if removed).  
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Temperature Regulation  
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the  
water temperature in certain situations may vary up to  
30°F higher or lower at the point of use such as bathtubs,  
showers, sink, etc.  
Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (  
decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise (  
increase the temperature.  
) to  
) to  
This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is  
set at the mark approximating 120°F, the actual water  
temperature at any hot water tap could be as high as  
150°F or as low as 90°F.  
Any water heater’s intended purpose is to heat water. Hot  
water is needed for cleansing, cleaning, and sanitizing  
(bodies, dishes, clothing). Hot water will present a scald  
hazard. Depending on the time element, and the people  
involved (normal adults, children, toddlers, elderly,  
infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.  
WARNING  
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are  
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a  
temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish  
washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and  
permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are  
more likely to be permanently injured by hot water  
than others. These include the elderly, children, the  
infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone  
using hot water in your home fits into one of these  
groups or if there is a local code or state law requiring  
a certain temperature water at the hot water tap, then  
you must take special precautions. In addition to using  
the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies  
your hot water needs, some type of tempering device,  
such as a mixing valve, should be used at the hot water  
taps used by these people or at the water heater.  
Time to Produce 2nd &  
3rd Degree Burns on  
Adult Skin  
Temperature Setting  
VERY HOT = approx. 160°F  
C = approx. 150°F  
About 1/2 second  
About 1-1/2 seconds  
Less than 5 seconds  
About 30 seconds  
More than 5 minutes  
B = approx. 140°F  
A = approx. 130°F  
M HOT = approx. 120°F  
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°–140°F (49°–60°C)  
recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers.  
WARNING  
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to  
draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or hand-  
icapped person unattended in a bathtub or shower.  
WARNING  
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut  
off, turn “OFF” the manual gas control valve to the  
appliance.  
The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at  
its lowest position, to reduce the risk of scald injury. It is  
adjustable and must be reset to the desired temperature  
setting. The mark ( M ) HOT indicative of approximately  
120°F is preferred starting point. Some states have a  
requirement for a lower setting. If you need hotter water,  
follow directions for temperature adjustment, but beware  
of the warnings in this section.  
18  
 
For Your Information  
Start Up Conditions  
DRAFT HOOD OPERATION  
Check draft hood operation by performing a worst case  
depressurization of the building. With all doors and windows  
closed, and with all air handling equipment and exhaust fans  
operating, such furnaces, clothes dryers, range hoods and  
bathroom fans, a match flame should still be drawn into the  
draft hood of the water heater with its burner firing. If the  
flame is not drawn toward the draft hood, shut off the water  
heater and make necessary air supply changes to correct.  
valves, check valves, back flow preventers, etc...to control  
these types of problems. When these devices are not equipped  
with an internal by-pass, and no other measures are taken, the  
devices cause the water system to be closed. As water is heat-  
ed, it expands (thermal expansion) and closed systems do not  
allow for the expansion of heated water.  
The water within the water heater tank expands as it is heated  
and increases the pressure of the water system. If the relieving  
point of the water heaters temperature-pressure relief valve is  
reached, the valve will relieve the excess pressure. The tem-  
perature-pressure relief valve is not intended for the constant  
relief of thermal expansion. This is an unacceptable condition  
and must be corrected.  
CONDENSATION  
Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, a certain  
amount of condensation will form while the burner is on. A  
water heater may appear to be leaking when in fact the water  
is condensation. This usually happens when:  
a. When a new water heater is filled with cold water for the  
first time.  
b. When gas burns and water vapor is produced in water  
heaters, particularly high efficiency models where flue  
temperatures are lower.  
c. When you use large amounts of hot water in a short time  
and the refill water is very cold.  
It is recommended that any devices installed which could cre-  
ate a closed system have a by-pass and/or the system have an  
expansion tank to relieve the pressure built by thermal expan-  
sion in the water system. Expansion tanks are available for  
ordering through a local plumbing contractor. Contact the  
local water supplier and/or plumbing inspector for assistance  
in controlling these situations.  
Moisture from the products of combustion condense on the  
cooler tank surfaces and form drops of water which may fall  
onto the burner or other hot surfaces to produce a “sizzling”  
or “frying” noise.  
STRANGE SOUNDS  
Possible noises due to expansion and contraction of some  
metal parts during periods of heat-up and cool-down do not  
represent harmful or dangerous conditions.  
Excessive condensation can cause pilot outage due to water  
running down the flue tube onto the main burner and putting  
out the pilot.  
Condensation causes sizzling and popping with the burner  
area during heating and cooling periods and should be con-  
sidered normal. See “Condensation” in this section.  
Because of the suddenness and amount of water, condensa-  
tion water may be diagnosed as a “tank leak”. After the water  
in the tank warms up (about 1-2 hours), the condition should  
disappear.  
Do not assume the water heater is leaking until there has been  
enough time for the water in the tank to warm up.  
Operational Conditions  
An undersized water heater will cause more condensation.  
The water heater must be sized properly to meet the familys  
demands for hot water including dishwashers, washing  
machines and shower heads.  
SMELLY WATER  
In each water heater there is installed at least on anode rod  
(see parts section) for corrosion protection of the tank. Certain  
water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and  
the water. The most common complaint associated with the  
anode rod is one of a “rotten egg smell”. This odor is derived  
from hydrogen sulfide gas dissolved in the water. The smell is  
the result of four factors which must all be present for the odor  
to develop:  
Excessive condensation may be noticed during the winter and  
early spring months when incoming water temperatures are at  
their lowest.  
Good venting is essential for a gas fired water heater to oper-  
ate properly as well as to carry away products of combustion  
and water vapor.  
a. a concentration of sulfate in the supply water.  
b. little or no dissolved oxygen in the water.  
c. a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater. (This  
harmless bacteria is non-toxic to humans.)  
SMOKE/ODOR  
It is not uncommon to experience a small amount of smoke  
and odor during the initial start-up. This is due to burning off  
of oil from metal parts, and will disappear in a short while.  
d. an excess of active hydrogen in the tank. This is caused  
by the corrosion protective action of the anode.  
Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water  
heater models by replacing the anode(s) with one of less active  
material, and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all  
hot water lines. Contact the local water heater supplier for fur-  
ther information concerning an Anode Replacement Kit  
#9000029 and this Chlorination Treatment.  
THERMAL EXPANSION  
Water supply systems may, because of such events as high line  
pressure, frequent cut-offs, the effects of water hammer among  
others, have installed devices such as pressure reducing  
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For Your Information (contd)  
SMELLY WATER (contd)  
NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER  
1. Check the manual gas shut off valve to be sure it is  
open.  
If the smelly water persists after the anode replacement  
and chlorination treatment, we can only suggest that con-  
tinuous chlorination and filtering conditioning equipment  
be considered to eliminate the water problem.  
2. Check the pilot flame. It may have gone out. All mod-  
els have an opening behind the outer door for viewing  
the pilot.  
Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected.  
By doing so, all warranty on the water heater tank is  
voided.  
3. If the pilot is not lit, follow the “Lighting” instructions  
in this manual or located above the gas control valve  
on the water heater to relight the pilot. If the water was  
extremely hot and is now cold, the high limit safety  
temperature shut off may have put out the burner and  
pilot. If the high temperature shut off activates, the gas  
control valve must be replaced.  
AIR” IN HOT WATER FAUCETS  
WARNING  
4. The gas control knob must be turned to the “ON”  
position.  
HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a  
hot water system that has not been used for a long peri-  
od of time (generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas  
is extremely flammable and explosive. To prevent the  
possibility of injury under these conditions, we recom-  
mend the hot water faucet be opened for several min-  
utes at the kitchen sink before any electrical appliances  
which are connected to the hot water system are used  
(such as a dishwasher or washing machine). If hydrogen  
gas is present, there will probably be an unusual sound  
similar to air escaping through the pipe as the hot water  
faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open  
flame near the faucet at the time it is open.  
5. The temperature adjustment dial may be set too low.  
See the “Temperature Regulation” section.  
6. The gas company can check the gas input to see if it is  
correct. An underfired water heater will not heat water  
as quickly.  
7. Look for leaking or open hot water faucets. Make sure  
all are closed.  
8. The cold water inlet temperature may be colder during  
the winter months. It will take longer to heat the water  
and seem like less hot water.  
9. If you cannot find what is wrong, call the local gas  
utility and/or plumbing contractor.  
HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM  
This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shut  
off system. The high temperature shut off is built into the  
gas control valve. This system shuts off the gas supply to  
the water heater burners when high water temperatures  
are present. It is non-resettable. If the high temperature  
shut off activates, the gas control valve must be replaced.  
If this were to occur, turn “OFF” the entire gas supply to  
the water heater. Contact the local gas utility.  
WATER IS TOO HOT  
1. The temperature adjustment dial may be set too high.  
See the “Temperature Adjustment” section.  
NOTE: A period of time is necessary after an adjust-  
ment has been made for the water temperature to  
reach the new temperature setting.  
2. If lower temperature settings will not lower the water  
temperature, call the local gas utility.  
WARNING  
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut  
off, turn “OFF” the manual gas control valve to the  
appliance.  
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Periodic Maintenance  
Venting System Inspection  
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of  
the venting system. You should look for:  
1. Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The  
combustion and ventilation air flow must not be  
obstructed.  
2. Damage or deterioration which could cause improper  
venting or leakage of combustion products.  
3. Rusted flakes around top of water heater.  
WARNING  
WARNING  
Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires correc-  
tion before further use. Turn “off” gas to water heater  
and leave “off” until repairs are made, because failure  
to correct the cause of the sooting can result in a fire  
causing DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROP-  
ERTY DAMAGE.  
Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to pre-  
vent escape of dangerous flue gasses which could  
cause deadly asphyxiation.  
WARNING  
Obstructions and deteriorated vent systems may pre-  
sent serious health risk or asphyxiation.  
Burner Cleaning  
WARNING  
In the event your burner needs cleaning, use the follow-  
ing instructions:  
If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required,  
turn the gas control knob clockwise (  
position, depressing slightly.  
NOTE: The knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to  
“OFF” unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT  
FORCE.  
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system  
may occur if air for combustion contains certain chem-  
ical vapors. Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents,  
refrigerator and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming  
pool chemicals, calcium and sodium chloride, waxes,  
bleach and process chemicals are typical compounds  
which are potentially corrosive.  
) to the “OFF”  
Loose deposits on or around the burner can be removed  
by carefully using the hose of a vacuum cleaner inserted  
through the access door of the water heater. If the burner  
needs to be removed for additional cleaning, call the local  
gas utility to remove and clean the burner and correct the  
problem that required the burner to be cleaned.  
WARNING  
If after inspection of the vent system you found sooting  
or deterioration, something is wrong. Call the local gas  
utility to correct the problem and clean or replace the  
flue and venting before resuming operation of the  
water heater.  
Housekeeping  
Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and  
lint on a regular basis.  
Burner Inspection  
WARNING  
Flood damage to a water heater may not be readily visible  
or immediately detectible. However, over a period of time  
a flooded water heater will create dangerous conditions  
which can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR  
PROPERTY DAMAGE. Contact a qualified service techni-  
cian or contractor to replace a flooded water heater. Do  
not attempt to repair the unit! It must be replaced!  
WARNING  
INSTALLED IN SUITABLE AREA: To insure sufficient  
ventilation and combustion air supply, proper clear-  
ances from the water heater must be maintained.  
See “Locating the New Water Heater” section.  
Combustible materials such as clothing, cleaning mate-  
rials, or flammable liquids, etc. must not be placed  
against or adjacent to the water heater which can  
cause a fire.  
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of  
the main burner and pilot burner. The drawing is for your  
reference.  
You should check for sooting which is not normal and  
will impair proper combustion.  
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Periodic Maintenance (contd)  
Anode Rod Inspection  
Draining  
The water heater should be drained if being shut down  
during freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and  
cleaning of sediment from the tank may be necessary.  
1. Turn the gas control knob to the “OFF” position.  
2. CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater.  
3. OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to  
allow for draining.  
4. Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an  
adequate drain.  
5. OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank  
draining.  
NOTE: If the water heater is going to be shut down  
and drained for an extended period, the drain valve  
should be left open with hose connected allowing  
water to terminate to an adequate drain.  
6. Close the drain valve.  
The anode rod is used to protect the tank from corrosion.  
Most hot water tanks are equipped with an anode rod. The  
submerged rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank. Instead of  
corroding the tank, water ions attack and eat away the anode  
rod. This does not affect the waters taste or color. The rod  
must be maintained to keep the tank in operating condition.  
Anode deterioration depends on water conductivity, not nec-  
essarily water condition. A corroded or pitted anode rod indi-  
cates high water conductivity and should be checked and/or  
replaced more often than an anode rod that appears to be  
intact. Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the  
life of your water heater. Inspection should be conducted by  
a qualified technician, and at a minimum should be checked  
annually after the warranty period.  
7. Follow instructions in the “Filling The Water Heater”  
section.  
8. Follow the lighting instructions in the “Lighting” sec-  
tion to restart the water heater.  
Temperature-Pressure Relief  
Valve Operation  
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually  
operated at least once a year.  
Drain Valve Washer  
Replacement  
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE  
RELIEF VALVE  
17  
13  
1
NOTE: For replacement, use a 32x ⁄64x ⁄8thick wash-  
er available at your nearest hardware store.  
1. Turn “OFF” gas supply to water heater.  
2. Follow “Draining” instructions.  
3. Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below  
the screw handle.  
DISCHARGE PIPE  
4. Remove the washer and put the new one in place.  
5. Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the  
drain valve and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT  
OVER TIGHTEN.  
WARNING  
When checking the temperature-pressure relief valve oper-  
ation, make sure that (1) no one is in front of or around the  
outlet of the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge  
line, and (2) that the water manually discharged will not  
cause any property damage because the water may be  
extremely hot.  
6. Follow instructions in the “Filling The Water Heater”  
section.  
7. Check for leaks.  
8. Follow the lighting instructions in the “Lighting” sec-  
tion to restart the water heater.  
If after manually operating the valve, it fails to completely  
reset and continues to release water, immediately close the  
cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining  
instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief  
valve with a new one.  
HANDLE AND  
CAP ASSEMBLY  
WASHER  
Failure to install and maintain a new properly listed tempera-  
ture-pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from  
any claim which might result from excessive temperature or  
pressure.  
WARNING  
Service  
If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance  
weeps or discharges periodically, this may be due to ther-  
mal expansion. Your water heater may have a check valve  
installed in the water line or a water meter with a check  
valve. Consult the water supplier and/or plumbing inspec-  
tor for further information. Do not plug the temperature-  
pressure relief valve.  
If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the oper-  
ation of the water heater, let a qualified person check it  
out. Call the local utility and/or plumbing inspector.  
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Leakage Checkpoints  
Use this guide to check a “Leaking” water heater. Many  
suspected “Leakers” are not leaking tanks. Often the  
source of the water can be found and corrected.  
CAUTION  
Read this manual first. Then before checking the water  
heater make sure the gas supply has been turned “OFF”,  
and never turn the gas “ON” before the tank is completely  
full of water.  
If you are not thoroughly familiar with gas codes your  
water heater, and safety practices, contact the gas utility  
to check the water heater.  
CAUTION  
Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled  
with water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must  
be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water  
faucet before turning “ON” gas to the water heater.  
Water at the draft hood is water vapor which has  
condensed out of the combustion products. This is  
caused by a problem in the vent. Contact the local  
gas utility.  
A
*Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid  
weather or pipe connections may be leaking.  
B
C
D
*The primary anode rod fitting may be leaking.  
Small amounts of water from temperature-pressure  
relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high  
water pressure in your area.  
*The temperature-pressure relief valve may be leak-  
ing at the tank fitting.  
E
F
Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve  
opened slightly.  
*The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.  
G
H
Combustion products contain water vapor which can  
condense on the cooler surfaces of the tank. Droplets  
form and drip into the fire or run on the floor. This is  
common at the time of startup after installation and  
when incoming water is cold.  
Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may  
be from condensation, loose connections, or the  
relief valve. DO NOT replace the water heater until  
a full inspection of all possible water sources is made  
and necessary corrective steps taken.  
I
Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or  
ground seepage should also be checked.  
* To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting. If cotton is wet, follow  
“Draining” instructions and then remove fitting. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads and replace. Then follow instruc-  
tions in the “Filling the Water Heater” section.  
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Repair Parts  
KEY  
NO.  
1
17  
18  
PART DESCRIPTION  
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve  
Primary Anode Rod  
2
3
4
5
Drain Valve*  
Drain Valve Washer ( 32x ⁄64x ⁄8thick)*  
Thermocouple Clip  
2
17  
13  
1
16  
6
Pilot (Natural)  
6
Pilot [Propane (L.P.)]  
7
8
9
9
Thermocouple*  
1
Pilot Tubing w/Fittings  
Burner Orifice (Natural)  
Burner Orifice [Propane (L.P.)]  
10 Manifold  
11 Burner  
12 Outer Door  
13 Inner Door  
14 Gas Control Valve  
15 Temperature Adjustment Knob*  
16 Flue Baffle  
17 Draft Hood  
18 Mounting Brackets  
#
#
Manual  
Mag-Erad  
14  
4
18  
3
15  
11  
10  
9
13  
12  
6
8
7
* These parts are available at most hardware stores.  
# Not Illustrated  
Now that you have purchased this Water Heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact the com-  
pany it was purchased from or direct from the manufacturer listed on the model rating plate on the water heater.  
Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.  
Selling prices will be furnished on request or parts will be shipped at prevailing price and you will be billed accordingly.  
The model number of your Gas Water Heater will be found on the model rating plate located above the gas control valve.  
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:  
MODEL NUMBER  
SERIAL NUMBER  
(TYPE GAS) NATURAL OR PROPANE (L.P.)  
PART DESCRIPTION  
THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST.  
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