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III. Pre-installation Considerations
Inspect shipment carefully for signs of damage. All equipment is carefully inspected and packed.
ECR’s
responsibility
ceases upon delivery of the storage tank to the carrier in good condition. Any claims for damage or shortage, must
be filed immediately against the carrier by the consignee. No claims for variances or shortages will be allowed by the
Manufacturer, unless they are presented within sixty days after receipt of the equipment.
Installation must conform to the requirements of the authority having jurisdiction. In the absence of such requirements,
installation must conform to the National Plumbing Code and the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70, current
edition.
IMPORTANT CONSIDERATIONS BEFORE INSTALLATION
1.
Tank sizing.
Choose the storage tank model based on the expected water usage for the given site. The average residence with one
shower or more will require a Model H2OST40 or larger
Factors that increase water demand dramatically include high flow shower heads, hot tubs, and the use of more than one
shower at a time. Increase the tank size if these factors are present.
Consult ASHRAE sizing guides and other references.
2.
Locating the storage tank.
The storage tank should be located in an area where water leakage from the tank or connections will not result in damage
to areas adjacent to the storage tank or to lower floors of the structure. When such a location can not be avoided, a suit-
able drain pan must be installed under the storage tank, and the drain pan must be connected to a drain.
The drain pan should be at least 2” deep with a length and width at least 2” greater than the total diameter of the unit
and should be piped to an adequate drain.
Drain pans suitable for these storage tanks are available from your wholesale distributor.
Storage tank life depends upon the quality, water pressure, and the environment in which the storage tank is installed.
Storage tanks are sometimes installed in locations where leakage may result in property damage, even with the use of a
drain pan piped to a drain; however, unanticipated damage can be reduced or prevented by a leak detector or water shut-
off device used in conjunction with a piped drain pan. These devices are available from some plumbing supply wholesal-
ers and retailers and detect and react to leaks in various ways:
• Sensors mounted in the drain pan that trigger an alarm or turn off the incoming water to the storage tank when
leakage is detected.
• Sensors mounted in the drain pan that turn off the water supply to the entire home when water is detected in the
drain pan.
• Water supply shut-off devices that activate based on the water pressure differential between the cold water and
hot water pipes connected to the storage tank.
The storage tank should be installed as close to the boiler as is practical for easy access for service. The unit is designed
for installation on combustible flooring and in alcoves, closets, etc.
PROPERTY DAMAGE HAZARD!
All storage tanks will eventually leak.
Do not install without adequate drainage!
NOTICE
