Eccotemp CEI-12 Use & Care Manual - Instructions Before Using
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to install or operate
this water heater. It may save you time and money. Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions.
Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death. Should you have problems
understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions, STOP, and get help from a qualified
service technician, or the local gas utility.
DANGER!
PROPERLY INSTALL WATER HEATER
Failure to properly install the water heater outdoors as outlined in the Installation
Instructions in this manual can result in unsafe operation of the water heater. To
avoid the risk of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from carbon monoxide, never
operate this water heater unless it is installed properly and has an adequate
air supply for proper operation. Be sure to inspect the flue terminal for proper
installation at initial start-up; and at least annually thereafter. Refer to the Care
and Cleaning section of this manual for more information regarding flue terminal
inspection.
WARNING!
Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and liquids (adhesives, solvents,
paint thinners etc.) and the vapors they produce are extremely dangerous. DO NOT
handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or combustible materials any
where near or in the vicinity of a water heater or any other appliance. Be sure to
read and follow the labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in
this manual. Failure to do so can result in property damage, bodily injury or death.
Vapors from flammable liquids
will explode and catch fire causing
death or severe burns.
Do not use or store flammable products
such as gasoline, solvents or adhesives
In the same room or area near the water
heater.
Keep flammable products :
1. Far away from heater
2. In approved containers
3. Tightly closed
4. Out of children ‘s reach
Water heater has a main burner flame.
The main burner flame
1. Can come on at any time and
2. Will ignite flammable vapors.
Vapors:
1. Cannot be seen
2. Are heavier than air
3. Go a long way on the floor
4. Can be carried from other rooms to
the
main burner flame by air currents.
Installation:
Do not Install water heater where flammable products will be stored or used unless the
main burner flame Is at least 18” above the floor. This will reduce, but not eliminate, the
risk of vapors being ignited by the main burner flame.
Read and follow water heater warnings and Instructions. If owners manual is
missing,
contact the retailer or manufacturer.