L.p.g. (bottled propane) models, Lighting instructions, Igniter – American Water Heater 6510238 User Manual
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L.P.G. (Bottled Propane) Models
Liquefied Petroleum Gas is over 50% heavier than air and in the occurrence of a leak in the system, the gas will settle
on the floor level. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under mobile homes (even when ventilated), closets and
areas below ground level will serve as pockets for the accumulation of gas. Before lighting, smell all around the
appliance at floor level. If you smell gas, follow the instructions as given in the warning on the front page. See the
instructions below on lighting the L.P. Direct Vent gas water heater.
When the unit fails to operate properly because the L.P. tank is low on fuel or the outside temperature is very cold,
turn off the gas at all gas appliances including the pilot lights. After the tank is refilled, all appliances must be re-lit
according to their manufacturers instructions.
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TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
2. Turn the gas control knob clockwise to the OFF
position.
1. Turn the temperature dial counterclockwise to its
lowest setting.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
6. Depress the gas control knob all the
way in and IMMEDIATELY depress the
igniter button until you hear a loud
click. Observe the pilot through the
view port. Do not release the gas
control knob. Repeat immediately if
pilot does not light on the first try.
If the pilot does not light by the fourth
attempt with the igniter, repeat steps
4 - 7. Continue to hold the knob for
about (1) minute after the pilot is lit.
Release the gas control knob and it
will pop back up. Pilot should remain
lit. If the pilot light goes out, repeat
steps 3 - 7.
1. Remove the outer door.
2. Turn the temperature dial counterclockwise to its
lowest setting.
3. Turn gas control knob clockwise
to the OFF position.
4. To clear any gas that may have
accumulated wait ten (10) minutes.
If you then smell gas, STOP! Refer to the safety
instructions on the cover. If you do not smell gas go to
the next step.
5. Turn the gas control knob
counterclockwise
to PILOT.
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 gas control knob does not pop up when
released, stop and immediately shut off the gas at the line
valve or tank. Call your service technician or gas supplier.
7. Turn the gas control knob
counterclockwise
to ON.
8. Set the temperature dial to
the desired setting.
9. Replace the outer door.
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