Whirlpool T-K1S User Manual download pdf (Page 17)

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. STOP! Read the safety information above or in the Owners Manual.

2. Turn off all electric power to the water heater.

3. Do not attempt to light the burner by hand.

4. Turn the gas manual gas valve located on the outside of the unit clockwise ↻ to the

off position.

5. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you then smell gas. STOP! Follow "B"

in the safety information above on this label. If you don't smell gas, go to next step.

6. Turn the manual gas valve located on the outside of the unit counter clockwise ↺

to the ON position.

7. Turn on all electrical power to the water heater.

8. If the water heater will not operate, follow the instructions " to Turn Off Gas to water

heater" and Call

our service technician or

as su

lier.

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING

A. This water heater does not have a pilot. It is equipped with an ignition device that

automatically lights the burner. Do not try to light the burner by hand.

B. BEFORE OPERATING smell all around the water heater area for evidence of

leaking gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some gas is heavier than air

and will settle on the floor.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS.

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electric switch, do not use any phone in your building

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas

supplier's instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

C. Use only your hand to turn the gas valve knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not

turn by hand, don't try to repair it. Call a qualified service technician. Force or

attempted repair may result in a fire of explosion.

D. Do not use this water heater if any part has been under water. Immediately call a

qualified service technician to inspect the water heater and to replace any damaged

parts.

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

1. Turn off all electric power to the water heater if service is to be performed.

2. Turn the manual gas valve located on the outside of the unit clockwise ↻ to the off

position.

WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or

explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of

life.

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