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Location Requirements
Site location
Select a location near the center of the water piping
system. It must be installed indoors and in a vertical
position on a level surface.
The water heater should be located in an area not subject
to freezing temperatures. Water heaters located in
unconditioned spaces (i.e., attics, basements, etc.) May
require the water piping and drain piping to be insulated to
protect against freezing. The drain and controls must be
easily accessible for operation and service.
Keep combustibles such as boxes, magazines, clothes,
etc., away from the water heater area.
This water heater does not have suffi cient capacity for use
with a spa or hot tub.
NOTE: Local codes and requirements in your area
may require the installation of your water heater be
accomplished in a way that the bottom element is elevated
from the fl oor at least 18 inches.
Figure 1
Residential Garage
Installation
Vehicle
Stop
Drain
Drain
Pan
NOTE: The water heater shall be located so it is not subject
to physical damage by moving vehicles or area fl ooding.
State of California
NOTE: The water heater must be braced, anchored, or
strapped to avoid moving during an earthquake. Contact
local utilities for code requirements in your area or call
1-800-999-9515 and request instructions.
2 1/2” Maximum
Pipe to
adequate
drain
At least 2” greater than the
diameter of the water heater
IMPORTANT: The water heater should be located in an
area where leakage of the tank or connections will not
result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or
to lower floors of the structure. Due to the normal corrosive
action of the water, the tank will eventually leak after an
extended period of time. Also any external plumbing leak,
including those from improper installation, may cause early
failure of the tank due to corrosion if not repaired. If the
owner/operator is uncomfortable with making the repair
a qualified person should be contacted. A suitable drain
pan should be installed under the water heater as shown
below, to help protect the property from damage which
may occur from leaks in the piping connections or tank.
The pan must limit the water level to a maximum depth
of 2-1/2 inches and be two inches wider than the heater
and piped to an adequate drain. Locate the water heater
near a suitable indoor drain. Outside drains are subject to
freezing temperatures which can obstruct the drain line.
The piping should be at least 3/4” ID and pitched for proper
drainage. Under no circumstance will the manufacturer
or seller of this water heater be held liable for any water
damage which is caused by your failure to follow these
instructions.
