11
ixi gas pool and spa heater
Installation Manual
10
ixi gas pool and spa heater
Installation Manual
Service Clearance:
91.5 cm (36”) from top of heater
for removal of top panel.
61 cm (24”) from one of either the front or rear panels.
Combustible Surfaces:
Each heater face requires a 15
cm (6”) clearance from combustible surfaces. Although
not preferred, the heater is design certified for
installation on combustible surfaces for operation.
However,
do not install the heater on carpet.
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Combustible
Surface
150 mm (6")
Service
Clearance
TOP: 915 mm (36
"
)
FRONT OR REAR: 610 mm (24
")
NOTE:
Clearances are manufacturer’s
tested values. These are given as minimum
values. Where local and national codes
apply, and if the clearance values specified
in the applicable codes are different than
those listed in this manual, use the greater
value to ensure safest operation.
Figure 5.
Clearances
4.2
Outdoor Installation
Locate the heater:
• On a level solid surface.
• 3.5 m (12’) from inner pool edge unless separated by a
permanent solid barrier, i.e. a wall or fence.
• In an open area, not under a deck or other structure.
• Away from doors, windows or louvres that connect in
any way to occupied or inhabited areas of the building.
• Away from rainwater runoff .
• Away from potential sprinkler water intrusion.
• So that the top of the heater is at least 1 m (3’) below
any overhang.
• So that the top surface of the heater is at least 1 m (3’)
above any forced air inlet within 3 m (10’).
WARNING
Do not install the heater with the top of the vent
assembly within 1.22 m (4
'
) horizontally, 1.22 m (4
’
)
below or less than 300 mm (1
'
) above any opening into a
building. Local codes and installation requirements may
vary.
