Whirlpool 285255 User Manual

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Ultra Low Nox
Gas Water Heater
with the Flame Lock™ 
Safety System
Installation
Instructions and
Use & Care Guide
Do not store or use gasoline or other 
flammable vapors and liquids in the 
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
 
•  Do not try to light any appliance.
 
•  Do not touch any electrical 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.
Installation and service must be performed 
by a qualified installer, service agency or 
the gas supplier.
WARNING:  If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire 
or explosion may result causing property 
damage, personal injury or death.
INSTALLER:
• 
AFFIX THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO OR ADJACENT   
TO THE WATER HEATER.
OWNER:
• 
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY 
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. RETAIN THE ORIGINAL 
RECEIPT AS PROOF OF PURCHASE.
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March 2007
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To obtain technical, warranty, or service assistance during or after 
the installation of this water heater, visit our website at:
http://www.whirlpoolwaterheatersupport.com
or call toll free
1-877-817-6750
When calling for assistance, please have the following 
information ready:
1. Model 
number
2. 
7 digit product number
3. Serial 
number
4. 
Date of installation
5. 
Place of purchase