Model LG Pool and Spa Heater Page 258.2.2 WinterizingIn areas where freezing temperatures occur inwinter, and the pool or spa will not be used, have yourservice technician perform the following steps:1. Turn off the main gas supply valve to the heater,outside the heater jacket.2. Remove heater door.3. Shut down the heater following the shutdowninstructions found on the inside of the heater oron page 21 of this manual.4. Remove the drain plug from the return header(see Figure 20), loosen the drain plug from theinlet/outlet header, and completely drain theheater before the first frost.5. After all water has drained from the heater,remove the drain plug from the inlet/outlet side.Check for mineral buildup in the openings.6. Use compressed air to blow out any standingwater remaining in the heat exchanger.7. Grease the threads on the drain plugs andreinstall plugs, but do not tighten.8. Disconnect the pressure switch from the siphontube (copper tubing) (see Figure 21).8.2.3 Spring Start-upTo restart the heater in the Spring, have aprofessional service technician reassemble the heateras follows:1. Attach the copper tubing to the pressure switch(see Figure 21).2. Tighten the drain plugs.3. Turn on the filter pump and circulate waterthrough the heater for 5 minutes. Check for leakswhile circulating.4. Turn on the main gas supply valve to the heater,outside the heater jacket.5. Turn on the heater following the lighting instruc-tions found on the inside of the heater, or page 21of this manual.8.3 Inspection and ServiceThe Lite2 LG heater is designed and constructedheater to provide long performance life when installedand operated properly under normal conditions.Periodic inspections, especially at spring start-up, areimportant to keep your heater running safely andefficiently through the years. Improper maintenancecan result in conditions where nausea or asphyxiationfrom carbon monoxide or flue gases could causesevere injury, property damage or death.WARNINGImproper installation or maintenance can causenausea or asphyxiation from carbon monoxidein flue gases which could result in severeinjury, or death.8.3.1 Owner InspectionWater Pik Technologies recommends that youinspect the heater on a continual basis and especiallyafter abnormal weather conditions. The following basicguidelines are suggested for your inspection:1. Keep the top and surrounding area of the heaterclear of all debris.2. Keep the area around and beneath the heaterclean and free of all combustible materials suchas paper, leaves, etc.3. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammablevapors, liquids or chemicals in the vicinity ofthis or any other appliance.4. Do not use the heater if any part has been underwater. Immediately call a qualified professionaltechnician to inspect the heater and replace anypart of the control system which has beensubmerged.5. If the heater is equipped with a pressure reliefvalve, check for corrosion in and around thevalve. With the filter pump on, lift the releaselever on the top of the valve to make sure thatwater runs freely through it. If corrosion isfound, replace the pressure relief valve. When