• Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation PRINTED IN THE U.S.A 0410 PART NO. 317994-002 ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED. IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, CONTACT RESIDENTIAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AT 1-800-999-9515 OR WWW.AMERICANWATERHEATER.COM. — Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other 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 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. WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. RESIDENTIAL GAS WATER HEATERS Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide INSTALLER: • AFFIX THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO OR ADJACENT TO THE WATER HEATER. OWNER: • RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. RETAIN THE ORIGINAL RECEIPT AS PROOF OF PURCHASE. WARNING: Gas leaks can not always be detected by smell. Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector approved by UL or CSA. For more information, contact the your gas supplier. If a gas leak is detected, follow the “WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS” instructions. • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List HIGH EFFICIENCY ATMOSPHERIC VENT GAS WATER HEATER (FLAMMABLE VAPOR IGNITION RESISTANT) FOR SPACE HEATING AND POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY. NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES. TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS Water Heater Safety ........................................................................................................................................................................... 1-4 Safe Installation, Use and Service ...................................................................................................................................................... 3 Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................................................ 3-4 Typical Installation ............................................................................................................................................................................... 5 Installing Your Gas Water Heater ..................................................................................................................................................... 6-8 Important Information About Your Water Heater ...................................................................................................................... 6 Consumer Information ............................................................................................................................................................. 6 Consumer Responsibilities ...................................................................................................................................................... 6 Unpacking the Water Heater ................................................................................................................................................... 6 Location Requirements ............................................................................................................................................................ 7 Site Locations .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7 Clearances and Accessibility ................................................................................................................................................... 8 State of California .................................................................................................................................................................... 8 Gas Supply ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 9-10 Gas Requirements .................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Gas Piping ............................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Gas Pressure ........................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Gas Pressure Testi...