INSTALLATION
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WATER HEATER LOCATION
The water heater is suitable for either indoor or outdoor installation. Whether
located outdoor or indoor, the water heater should be installed close to the most
frequently used outlet and its position chosen with safety and service in mind.
Clearance must be allowed for servicing
of the water heater. The water heater
must be accessible without the use of a
ladder or scaffold. Make sure the
temperature pressure relief valve lever is
accessible
and
the
front
cover,
thermostat and heating unit can be
removed for service.
You must be able to read the information
on the rating plate. If possible leave
headroom of one water heater height so
the anode can be inspected or replaced.
Remember you may have to take the
entire water heater out later for servicing.
The water heater is to be installed at ground or floor level and must stand
vertically upright on a stable base as acceptable to local authorities. The base of
the water heater is made of corrosion resistant material, and it may be placed
directly in contact with the supporting surface. It is not necessary to allow for free
air circulation under the base of the water heater.
Note:
The water heater should not be placed in direct contact with a concrete
surface that is less than two months old and not fully cured as this may attack
the metal coating of the water heater base. A moisture barrier should be used
between the two surfaces in this instance. The barrier should extend at least
100 mm from the water heater and may be trimmed after two months.
Remember all local authorities have regulations about putting water heaters into
roof spaces.
SAFE TRAY
Where damage to property can occur in the
event of the water heater leaking, the water
heater must be installed in a safe tray.
Construction, installation and draining of a safe
tray must comply with AS/NZS 3500.4 and all
local
codes
and
regulatory
authority
requirements.
AS/NZS 3500.4
also
has
particular requirements when a safe tray must be
installed.
