To provide serviceability to the unit it is
recommended that the following clear-
ances be maintained:
Top and vent hood area - 36 inches.
Front and burner area - 24 inches.
Rear and primary piping areas - 12
inches.
When installing the PERFORMANCE
in a confined space, sufficient air must
be provided for proper combustion and
venting and to allow under normal oper-
ating condition proper air flow around
the product to maintain ambient temper-
atures within safe limits to comply with
the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 -
latest edition.
Flooring and Foundation
The PERFORMANCE is approved for installa-
tion on combustible floors, but never on car-
peting.
Do not install the PERFORMANCE on
carpeting even with a metal or wood
foundation base. Fire can result causing
severe personal injury, death or substan-
tial property damage.
Installer should provide a solid brick or con-
crete foundation pad, at least 2 inches above
the floor level if:
-
There is a potential for the floor to
become flooded. The height of the
foundation should be such to sufficient-
ly elevate the unit.
-
The floor is dirt, sand, gravel or other
loose material.
-
The flooring is severely uneven or
sloped.
The minimum foundation size required is 24
inches x 23 inches.
Residential Garage Installations
When installing the PERFORMANCE in a res-
idential garage the following special precautions
per NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1 must be taken:
-
Mount the unit with a minimum 18
inches above the floor level of the
garage. Ensure the burner and ignition
devices / controls are no less than 18
inches above the floor level.
-
Locate or protect the unit in a matter
so it cannot be damaged by a moving
vehicle.
WARNING
WARNING
BEST PRACTICES
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Pre-Installation Items