Reliance Water Heaters 184123-000 - Manual (Page 16)

Lighting and operating instructions are located on front of
the water heater, above or to one side of the gas control
valve.
CHECK FOR LEAKS
Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before light-
ing your water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a
match or open flame. Check the factory gas fittings after
pilot is lit and gas control knob is still in “PILOT” posi-
tion. Then, check the fittings when the main burner is
turned “ON”. Use a soapy water solution for this, too.
Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure 10
Lighting
Figure 11
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INNER
DOOR
OUTER
DOOR
WARNING
BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER
HEATERS]: Propane (L.P.) gas is heavier than air.
Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle
near the ground. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted
areas under manufactured homes (even when
ventilated), closets and areas below ground level will
serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas.
Before attempting to light or relight the water heater’s
pilot or turning on a nearby electrical light switch, be
absolutely sure there is no accumulated gas in the area.
Search for odor of gas by sniffing at ground level in the
vicinity of the appliance. If odor is detected, follow the
steps indicated at “For Your Safety” on the cover page
of this manual, then leave the premises.
WARNING
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED
BY THIS WATER HEATER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Do not try to light any appliance.
2. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any
phone in your building.
3. Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.
4. If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
WARNING
DO NOT force the gas control knob. Use only your
hand to push it down to light the pilot, or to turn it to
“ON”, “OFF” or “PILOT”. Never use a tool such as a
lever, wrench or pliers. Do not hit or damage the knob.
A damaged knob may result in an explosion and seri-
ous injury. If you have problem turning the knob, call
the gas supplier immediately.