Please read before proceeding – Lochinvar Power-fin 1701 User Manual
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Service Manual
Please read before proceeding
Installer – Read all instructions,
including this manual and the Power-fin
Installation and Operation Manual,
before installing. Perform steps in the
order given.
User – This manual is for use only by a
qualified heating installer/service
technician. Refer to the Power-fin User’s
Information Manual for your reference.
Have this appliance serviced/inspected
by a qualified service technician at least
annually.
Failure to comply with the above could
result in severe personal injury, death or
substantial property damage.
When calling or writing about the
appliance – Please have the appliance
model and serial number from the
appliance’s rating plate.
Consider piping and installation when
determining appliance location (see the
Power-fin Installation and Operation
Manual).
Any claims for damage or shortage in
shipment must be filed immediately
against the transportation company by
the consignee.
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ƽ WARNING
NOTICE
When servicing appliance –
• To avoid electric shock, disconnect electrical supply
before performing maintenance.
• To avoid severe burns, allow appliance to cool before
performing maintenance.
Appliance operation –
• Do not block flow of combustion or ventilation air to
the appliance.
• Should overheating occur or gas supply fail to shut off,
do not turn off or disconnect electrical supply to
circulator. Instead, shut off the gas supply at a location
external to the appliance.
• Do not use this appliance if any part has been under water.
The possible damage to a flooded appliance can be
extensive and present numerous safety hazards. Any
appliance that has been under water must be replaced.
Appliance water –
• Thoroughly flush the system (without appliance
connected) to remove sediment. The high-efficiency
heat exchanger can be damaged by build-up or
corrosion due to sediment.
• Do not use petroleum-based cleaning or sealing
compounds in the appliance system. Gaskets and seals in
the system may be damaged. This can result in
substantial property damage.
• Do not use “homemade cures” or “appliance patent
medicines”. Serious damage to the appliance, personnel,
and/or property may result.