Bosch AQUASTAR 125B LPL operati, Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

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dilution of flue gases.
Appliances located in confined spaces:
The confined space must be provided with two permanent
openings, one commencing within 12 inches of the top and
one commencing within 12 inches of the bottom of the
enclosure. Each opening must have a minimum free area
of one square inch per:
- 1000 Btu/hr if all air is taken from inside the building.
- 2000 Btu/hr if all air is taken from the outside by horizontal
ducts.
- 4000 Btu/hr if all air is taken from the outside by direct
openings or vertical ducts.
Or the confined space must be providedwith one permanent
openingor duct that is within 12 inches of the ceiling of the
enclosure. This opening must have a minimum free area of
one square inch per:
- 3000 Btu/hr if all air is taken from the outside by a direct
opening or vertical duct.
Louvers, grills and screens have a blocking effect. If the
effective free area is not known, increase the sizes of your
openings by 75% if your louvers are wood and by 30% if
your louvers are metal. Refer to the National Fuel Gas Code
for complete information. In buildings of tight construction
all air should be taken from outside.
CLEARANCES
The Aquastar 125 BL is design certified for installation on a
combustible wall and for installation in an alcove or closet
with the minimum clearances to combustible and non -
combustible construction listed below
A. Top 12 inches (306 mm)
B. Front 4 inches (102 mm)
C. Back 0 inches
D. Sides 4 inches (102mm)
E. Bottom 12 inches (306 mm)
Clearance from vent is dependent upon the clearance rating
of the venting material used. For example: type B-1 vent is
approved for 1 inch clearance.
Note: Minimum clearance to combustible materials should
not be less than 6" for single wall flue pipe. Note that this
clearance can be reduced if combustible material are
protected as per table VI of the National fuel Gas Code or if
Type B gas vent is used.
MOUNTING INSTALLATION
The Aquastar 125 BL is design certified for mounting on a
wall. Secure the two L shaped hooks provided with the
heater to a wall surface. Place them 13 ¼ inches apart as
shown in Fig 1.
Do not install this appliance on a carpeted wall or over floor
covering which is combustible, such as carpet. The heater
must be mounted on a wall using appropriate anchoring
materials. If wall is a stud wall sheathed with plasterboard,
it is recommended that support board(s), either 1x4’s
or 1/2" (minimum) plywood first be attached across a
pair of studs and then the heater should be attached
to the support boards. See Fig 1.
Expansion and contraction of piping due to changing water
temperature in the pipes imparts movement to the heater
Fig. 1 - Mounting the Heater
Fig. 2 - Incandescent Particle Tray Illustration
VENTING
Vent pipe connection. WARNING: Do not reduce
the vent pipe size.
This appliance must be vented to the outside following all
local ordinances and specifications for installing a gas
appliance vent or chimney. The venting system must be
designed and constructed so as to develop a positive flow
adequate to remove flue gasses to the outdoors. Minimum
vent size must be 5". Minimum height must be 6 feet,
provided there are no elbows. Termination of vent
must be 2 feet above any obstruction within a 10 foot
radius. Consult your gas utility or National Gas Fuel
The incandescent particle tray (shipped loose in the carton
with the water heater) must be attached at the bottom of
the water heater front cover at the time of installation. Use
the screws provided
. See figure 2
SCREWS
INCANDESCENT PARTICLE TRAY
WALL STUDS
1” X 4”
SPACE BOARD
SUPPORT BOARD
13 ¼”
which, if mounted directly to a brittle, friable board, such
as plasterboard, can cause failure of mounting.
In earthquake-prone zones, CEC recommends that
installers use a large washer and lag screw through the
existing holes used to hang the heater to affix the upper
third of the heater to the mounting board. To affix the lower
third of the heater, CEC recommends that two new holes
be drilled in the heater’s frame, each one 16 inches below
the top two holes, and that washers and lag screws be
used to secure the lower portion of the heater to a spacing
board.
Before installing the unit, be certain you have the correct
heater for your type of Gas – Propane or Natural Gas.
Identification labels are found on the shipping box, and on
the rating plate which is located on the right side panel of
the cover. Also, each burner orifice is stamped with a number
(79 for LPG and 120 for Natural Gas).