TM 5-3820-256-10
Figure 2-34. Water Heater Installation
(5)
Adjust the flame with the torch control valve (7).
NOTE
If the thermocouple on the safety control valve senses no heat or light, it will automatically shut off the
gas supply.
(6)
If gas to the torch has been automatically shut off, you must wait 10 to 15 minutes before re-lighting the
torch to avoid the "blow gun" effect.
(7)
To turn off the water heater, turn the torch control valve (6) off.
(8)
After flame has gone out, turn gas off by turning propane tank control valve (6) clockwise.
(9)
Release pressure in the hose by turning torch control valve (7, ON, then OFF.
(10) Remove the torch and adapter from the manifold.
(11) Disconnect the hose from the torch.
(12) Store the complete assembly in the left forward storage compartment.
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