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SAFETY GUIDELINES
Ensure the following safety instrucons are read and understood before commencing installaon.
WARNING
• Installaon and service must be performed by a qualied installer (for example, a licensed
plumber or gas er).
• The installer (licensed professional) is responsible for the correct installaon of the water
heater and for compliance with all relevant Naonal, State or local regulaons.
• The water heater must be installed OUTDOORS ONLY. DO NOT install the water heater
indoors.
GENERAL
1. Carefully plan where you intend to install the Water Heater. Please ensure:
• The water heater will have enough combusble air and proper venlaon.
• Locate the water heater where water leakage will not damage surrounding areas.
2. Check the rang plate and gas type label for the correct GAS TYPE, GAS PRESSURE, WATER PRESSURE
and ELECTRIC RATING.
*If this unit does not match your requirements, do not install and consult with MANUFACTURER.
3. If any problem should occur, turn off all hot water taps and turn off the gas. Then call a trained
technician or the Gas Company or the manufacturer.
WARNING
• Water temperatures above 50 °C can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Children,
the disabled and the elderly are at a high risk of being injured. Feel the water temperature
before bathing or showering. Do not leave children, disabled persons, or the elderly
unsupervised. The Australian Standards AS 3498 gives full details of the requirements for
supply of controlled temperature to abluon outlets (bathrooms) and is required to be
conformed to under all plumbing codes within Australia.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other ammables, vapors, or liquids in the vicinity
of this appliance.
• Do not reverse the water and/or gas connecons as this will damage the gas
valves and can cause severe injury or death. Follow the diagram on p. 10 and 12
when installing your water heater.
• Do not use this appliance if any part has been in contact with or been immersed
in water. Immediately call a licensed plumber, a licensed gas er, or a professional
service technician to inspect and/or service the unit if necessary.
• Do not disconnect the electrical supply if the ambient temperature will drop
below freezing. The Freeze Prevenon System only works if the unit has electrical
power. The warranty will not be covered if the heat exchanger is damaged due to
freezing. Refer to the secon on the Freeze Prevenon System on p. 20 for more
informaon.
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