B. when servicing the water heating system, C. heater water, Part 2 – HTP SSC-119 User Manual
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NOTE: If the heater is exposed to the following, do not operate until all corrective steps have been made by a qualified serviceman:
1. FIRE
2. DAMAGE
3. WATER
Any claims for damage or shortage in shipment must be filed immediately against the transportation company by the consignee.
High heat sources (sources generating heat 100
o
F / 37
o
C or greater, such as stove pipes, space heaters, etc.) may damage plastic
components of the water heater as well as plastic vent pipe materials. Such damages ARE NOT covered by warranty. It is
recommended to keep a minimum clearance of 8” from high heat sources. Observe heat source manufacturer instructions, as well as
local, state, provincial, and national codes, laws, regulations and ordinances when installing this water heater and related components
near high heat sources.
DO NOT USE THIS WATER HEATER IF ANY PART HAS BEEN UNDERWATER. Immediately call a qualified service technician.
Replace any part of the control unit that has been under water.
B. WHEN SERVICING THE WATER HEATING SYSTEM
To avoid electric shock, disconnect electrical supply before performing maintenance.
To avoid severe burns, allow heater to cool before servicing.
C. HEATER WATER
Do not use petroleum-based cleaning or sealing compounds in a water heating system. Gaskets and seals in the system may
be damaged. This can result in substantial property damage.
Do not use “homemade cures” or “heater patent medicines”. Damage to heater, substantial property damage, and/or serious
personal injury may result.
PART 2 – PREPARE THE WATER HEATER
UNCRATING HEATER
– Any claims for damage or shortage in shipment must be filed immediately against the transportation company
by the consignee.
COLD WEATHER HANDLING
– If the heater has been stored in a very cold location (BELOW 0
o
F) before installation, handle with care
until the plastic components come to room temperature.
Remove all sides of the shipping crate to allow the heater to be moved into its installation location.