Rheem 300 series - Manual (Page 24)

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LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
Warning: This gas water heater is designed to operate reliably and safely as
long as the operating instructions are followed exactly. You must comply with
these lighting instructions at every stage.
Make sure the water heater is filled with water and the water supply is on,
otherwise serious damage to the vitreous enamel cylinder lining and
plastic components may occur.
The installer must check all gas connections for leaks, gas supply pressure and
test point pressure (refer rating label).
SAFETY INFORMATION
A. This water heater is equipped with an igniter button which lights the pilot.
When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly.
B. Before lighting ensure there is no smell of gas around or in the vicinity of
the water heater and the burner opening. Be sure to smell next to ground
level as some gases can settle there.
C. What to do if you smell gas.
Do not try to light the water heater.
If the gas smell is throughout the area, turn the gas control knob clockwise
to the “
z” (off) position and then turn off the isolation valve on the gas line
to the water heater. Leave the area and call Rheem Service or a qualified
service technician.
D. Use only your hand to turn the gas control knob, never use tools. If the
control knob will not turn by hand, don’t try to repair it, call a qualified
service technician. Force or attempted repair may cause a fire or
explosion.
E. Do not attempt to operate this water heater if it has been damaged. Call a
qualified service technician.