General Information - Honeywell 51370B Manal

GENERAL INFORMATION

This gas-fired water heater's design is certified by CSA International under the
American National Standard Z21.10.1 and CSA 4.1-M, most current editions at
the time of manufacture.
This water heater must be installed in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-Latest
Edition) and/or in Canada CAN/CGA B149 Installation Codes (Latest Editions).
The warranty for this water heater is in effect only when the water heater is
installed, adjusted, and operated in accordance with these Installation and
Operating Instructions. The manufacturer will not be held liable for any damage
resulting from alteration and/or failure to comply with these instructions.
This water heater is not design certified for installation in a mobile home. Such
an installation may create a hazardous condition and will nullify the warranty.
Incorrect operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life
and property and will nullify the warranty.
Prior to connecting the gas supply line to a gas fired water heater,
ensure that the gas supply line does not have moisture/water or
dirt/scale inside the gas line. Commonly this check is done at the
lowest point in the gas distribution system prior to gas burning
appliances.
Do not use this appliance if any external part to the tank has been submerged
in water. You should contact a qualified service technician to inspect the
appliance and to replace any part of the control system including the
combination gas control which has been submerged in water. See the Gas
Connections section of this manual before servicing or replacing a water heater
that has had any external part to the tank submerged in water.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable, combustible, or
corrosive vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and its components for
possible damage. DO NOT install any water heater with damaged
components. If damage is evident then please contact the supplier where
the water heater was purchased or the manufacturer listed on the rating
plate for replacement parts.
CAUTION
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