American Water Heater Flame Guard Safety System Installation Instructions And User Manual

26, 1. Light pilot 2. Turn temp. dial to desired temperature 3. Check with gas utility company 4. Notify utility-install trap in gas line 5. Clean, locate source and correct 6. Clean, locate source and correct 7. Replace thermocouple 8. Replace thermostat 9. Provide fresh air ventilation 1. Pilot not li…

18, American Water Heater Flame Guard Safety System After successfully lighting the water heater, allow the unit to operate for 15 minutes and check the drafthood relief opening for proper draft. Pass a match flame around the relief opening of the drafthood. A steady flame drawn into the opening indicates proper draft. If the flame flutters o…

15, Some jurisdictions may require a backflow preventer in the incoming cold water line. This may cause the temperature and pressure relief valve on the water heater to discharge or weep due to expansion of the heated water. A diaphragm-type expansion tank suitable for potable water will …

6, Gas Requirements Read the data plate to be sure the water heater is made for the type of gas you will be using in your home. This information will be found on the data plate located near the gas control valve. If the information does not agree with the type of gas available, d…

17, IMPORTANT: If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn gas control knob to "OFF" and call your service technician or gas supplier. IMPORTANT: If the reset button does not pop up when released, stop and immediately shut off the gas at the line valve or tank. Call your serv…

29, Listed Parts Kits and Illustrations Item 11: Pilot assembly/thermocouple kit, which contains the pilot assembly with piezoelectric igniter, thermocouple, and retainer clip. (Natural Gas) Item 12: Pilot assembly/thermocouple kit, which contains the pilot assembly with piezoelectric…