3. APPLICATION
4. WARNINGS
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The Whale® Water Heater has been designed for caravan, motorhome and mobile applications, and is suitable for
small and medium sized recreational vehicles. It is only suitable for use in road vehicles i.e. caravans and
motorhomes but is not suitable for use in caravan holiday homes i.e. mobile homes and static caravans.
The compact and lightweight 8L tank fits in confined spaces and has a greater power input for rapid heat up times.
Do not operate the appliance while the vehicle is in motion.
This symbol indicates that this appliance is suitable for use in Leisure Accommodation Vehicles.
This symbol indicates that this appliance is not suitable for use in boats.
Observe all warnings.
In the unlikely event of leaks in the gas system, or if there is a smell of gas:
• Extinguish all naked flames
• Switch off all appliances and do not operate any electrical switches
• Open windows and doors for ventilation
• Do not smoke
• Shut off gas connection
The system must be thoroughly checked by a Whale® Service Engineer or Whale Approved Service Centre or by a
member of the Whale Service Engineer Network.
The Water Heater must not be operated in the following situations:
• When refuelling the vehicle or refuelling the vehicle towing the caravan or any other appliance.
• When the vehicle in which the Water Heater is installed is in motion.
• When the vehicle in which the Water Heater is installed in a confined space (such as a garage).
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
Before operating the Water Heater, the user must ensure that the caravan water system, including Water Heater is
full of water, and that the vehicle is level.
This appliance must be fully drained if there is a risk of frost. Frost damage will not be covered by warranty.
The water temperature cannot be adjusted. It is automatically set to approximately 70°C and controlled by the PCB to
prevent bacteria growth. To avoid scalding, the temperature of the hot water supplied to the taps and showers must
be controlled. Do not
use the water as drinking water.
Any alteration to the appliance, including flue plate, use of non-Whale® spare parts/accessories and non-observation
of the installation and operation instructions will lead to cancellation of the warranty and exclusion of liability claims
and results in it becoming illegal to use the appliance.
Please note: That incorrect installation or use of non-original Whale® parts may invalidate the warranty. It also
becomes illegal to use the appliance if incorrectly installed, and in some countries this even makes it illegal to use
the vehicle.
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