Raypak 0133-4001 WH Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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4Be sure to read and understand the entire Instruction Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater. Payparticular attention to the following general Safety Precautions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in a fire orexplosion, causing property damage, bodily injury or death. Should you have any problems understanding the instructionsin this manual, STOP, and get help from a qualified installer or service technician or the gas supplier.Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and liquids(adhesives, solvents, etc.), and the vapors they produce, areextremely dangerous. DO NOT handle, use or store gasolineor other flammable or combustible materials anywhere nearor in the vicinity of a water heater. Be sure to read and followthe warning label pictured below and other labels on the waterheater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failureto do so can result in property damage, bodily injury, or death.Failure to install the drafthood and properly vent the waterheater to the outdoors as outlined in the Venting Section ofthis manual can result in unsafe operation of the water heater.To avoid the risk of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation fromcarbon monoxide, never operate this water heater unless it isproperly vented and has an adequate air supply for properoperation. Be sure to inspect the vent system for properinstallation at initial start-up; and at least annually thereafter.Refer to the Venting section of this manual (pg. 11) for moreinformation regarding vent system inspections.PROPANE MODELS – Propane must be used with greatcaution.• It is heavier than air and will collect first in lower areasmaking it hard to detect at nose level.• Make sure to look and smell for propane leaks beforeattempting to light appliance. Use a soapy solution to checkall gas fittings and connections. Bubbling at a connectionindicates a leak that must be corrected. When smelling todetect a propane leak, be sure to sniff near the floor too.• Gas detectors are recommended in propane applicationsand their installation should be in accordance with themanufacturer's recommendations and/or local laws, rules,regulations or customs.• It is recommended that more than one method be used todetect leaks in propane applications.IF PROPANE IS PRESENT OR SUSPECTED:• DO NOT attempt to find the cause yourself;• DO NOT try to light any appliance;• DO NOT touch any electrical switch;• DO NOT use any phone in your building.• Leave the building immediately and make sure that every-one else leaves also.• Leave the doors open for ventilation and contact the gassupplier, a qualified service agency or the fire department.• Keep the area clear until the service call has been made,the leak is corrected, and a qualified agency has determinedthe area to be safe.Both propane and natural gas have an odorant added to helpdetection. Some people may not physically be able to smellor recognize this odorant. If unsure or unfamiliar about thesmell associated with propane or natural gas, ask the gassupplier. Other conditions, such as "Odorant Fade", whichcauses the odorant to "fade", or diminish in intensity can alsohide or camouflage a gas leak.Water heaters utilizing propane are different from natural gasmodels. A natural gas heater will not function safely onpropane and vice versa. Conversion from natural gas topropane (or vice versa) must be done by a qualified servicetechnician. To avoid possible equipment damage, personalinjury or fire: DO NOT connect this water heater to a fuel typenot in accordance with unit data plate. Use propane forpropane units, natural gas for natural gas units. These unitsare not certified for any other type fuel.Propane appliances should not be installed below-grade (forexample, in a basement) if such installation is prohibited byfederal, state and/or local laws, rules, regulations or customs.General Safety Precautions!WARNING!WARNING!DANGER!DANGER!WARNING!DANGER!DANGER!Vapors from flammable liquidswill explode and catch firecausing death or severeburns.Do not use or store flammableproducts such as gasoline sol-vents or adhesives in the sameroom or area near the waterheater.Keep flammable products:1. Far away from heater,2. In approved containers,3. Tightly closed and4. Out of children's reach.Installation:Do not install water heater where flammable products will bestored or used unless the main burner and pilot flames are atleast 18" above the floor. This will reduce, but not eliminate, therisk of vapors being ignited by the main burner or pilot flame.Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions. Ifowners manual is missing, contact the retailer or manufacturer.Water heater has a mainburner and pilot flame.The pilot flame:1. Is on all the time or intermit-tently (IID).2. Will ignite flammable va-pors.Vapors:1. Cannot be seen,2. Are heavier than air,3. Go a long way on the floor,4. Can be carried from otherrooms to the pilot flame by aircurrents.