Bradford White M-I-MH40T6FLX - Manual (Page 5)

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General Information continued-
To comply with NSF requirements this water heater is to be:
a) Sealed to the floor with sealant, in a smooth and easily cleanable way, or
b) Installed with an optional leg kit that includes legs and/or extensions that
provide a minimum clearance of 6” beneath the water heater.
This water heater has been manufactured for operation at altitudes from sea level to
2000 feet (610m) (unless otherwise specified on the water heater). For use of this
appliance at an elevation greater than 2000 feet (610m), contact the dealer or
manufacturer listed on the rating plate for information on any necessary modification.
Uncorrected operation of this appliance may create a hazard to life and property.
Make sure that you check the rating plate and combination gas control on the
water heater to be certain that the type of gas being supplied corresponds with the
marking on the rating plate and combination gas control.
A sacrificial anode is used to extend tank life. The removal of this anode, for any
reason, will nullify the warranty. In areas where water is unusually active, an odor may
occur at the hot water faucet due to a reaction between the sacrificial anode and the
impurities in the water. If this should happen, an alternative anode may be purchased
from the supplier that installed this water heater. This will minimize the odor while
protecting the tank. Additionally, the water heater should be flushed with appropriate
dissolvers to eliminate any bacteria.
INSTALLATION
Locating the Water Heater
IMPORTANT
Before proceeding, please inspect the water heater and components for possible
damage. DO NOT install any damaged components. If damage is evident then
please contact the supplier where the water heater was purchased or the
manufacturer listed on the rating plate for replacement parts.
Water heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid damage or injury there
shall be no materials stored against the water heater or vent-air intake system and
proper care must be taken to avoid unnecessary contact (especially by children)
with the water heater and vent-air intake components. UNDER NO
CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL FLAMMABLE MATERIALS, SUCH AS GASOLINE
OR PAINT THINNER BE USED OR STORED IN THE VICINITY OF THIS WATER
HEATER, VENT-AIR INTAKE SYSTEM OR IN ANY LOCATION FROM WHICH
FUMES COULD REACH THE WATER HEATER OR VENT-AIR INTAKE
SYSTEM. WARNING