Safety Precautions - GE GG30S Serie Manual Del Propietário

Safety Control
For added safety, this water heater is equipped with a
Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistance (FVIR) system. If
flammable vapors (such as gasoline) are drawn into the
water heater's air supply, the FVIR system is designed
to isolate these vapors and shut down the water heater
should they reach the pilot light and burner
WARNING
This water heater has a door thermistor
installed. Do not attempt to disable or modify this feature
in any way. Doing so can lead to fire, explosion, or
excessive and abnormal production of carbon monoxide.

Safety Precautions

A. Turn off gas to the water heater if it has been
subjected to overheating, fire, flood or physical
damage. Do not operate the water heater again until
it has been thoroughly checked by a qualified service
technician. Warranty does not cover damages to
product caused by accident, lightning, fire, flood or
acts of God
B. Confirm that the water heater is completely filled with
water before turning it on.
C. Confirm that the cold water supply shut-off valve is
open before turning the water heater on.
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DO NOT try to light the water heater if flammable vapors
are present; this could cause a fire or explosion. When
the flammable vapors have been removed, contact a
qualified service technician. Replacement of the water
heater due to a flammable vapor shutdown is not
covered under the warranty.
D. Never store combustible materials, such as paper
products or rags, near the water heater.
E. Never store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance. Storage or use of gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance can result in serious injury or
death.
F. Call a service technician or other qualified person
if there is any difficulty understanding or following
instructions in this Use & Care Manual.
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