III) INSTALLATION
Unpacking the Water Heater
WARNING
Excessive Weight Hazard
Use two or more people to move and install
water heater. Failure to do so can result in
back or other injury.
Important:
Do not remove any permanent instructions,
labels, or the data label from outside of the water heater or
on the inside of panels.
•
Remove exterior packaging and place installation com-
ponents aside.
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Inspect all parts for damage prior to installation and start-
up.
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Completely read all instructions before attempting to
assemble and install this product.
If you observe damage to the water heater or any of its com-
ponents, DO NOT ASSEMBLE OR INSTALL IT OR MAKE
ANY ATTEMPT TO FIX THE DAMAGED PART(S). Contact
the place of purchase for further instructions.
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After installation, dispose of packaging material in the
proper manner.
Location
Generally, the location selected should be as close to the
wall as practical and as centralized with the piping system
as possible. Heater should be located in an area not subject
to freezing temperatures.
The water heater should be located so that the controls and
drain are easily accessible.
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ALCOVE INSTALLATION
(TOP VIEW)
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CLOSET INSTALLATION
(TOP VIEW)
102mm (4 in.)
CLOSET DOOR
Figure 1 Minimum Installation Clearances
IMPORTANT:
This water heater must be installed strictly in accordance
with the instructions enclosed, and local electrical, fuel
and building codes. It is possible that connections to the
water heater, or the water heater itself, may develop leaks.
IT IS THEREFORE IMPERATIVE that the water heater be
installed so that any leakage of the tank or related water
piping is directed to an adequate drain in such a manner
that it cannot damage the building, furniture, floor cover-
ing, adjacent areas, lower floors of the structure or other
property subject to water damage. This is particularly
important if the water heater is installed in a multi-story
building, on finished flooring or carpeted surfaces. THE
MANUFACTURER WILL NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITY
for damage caused by water leaking from the water
heater, pressure relief valve, or related fittings. Select a
location as centralized within the piping system as pos-
sible. In any location selected, it is recommended that
a suitable metal drain pan be installed under the water
heater. This pan must limit the water level to a MAXIMUM
depth of 45mm (1 3/4 in.) and have a diameter that is a
minimum of 50mm (2 in.) greater than the diameter of the
water heater. Suitable piping shall connect the metal drain
pan to a properly operating floor drain.
CAUTION: When this water heater is installed directly on
carpeting, carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood
panel beneath the appliance extending beyond the full
width and depth of the appliance by at least 76mm (3 in.)
in any direction, or if the appliance is installed in an alcove
or closet, the entire floor must be covered by the panel.
The panel must be strong enough to carry the weight of the
heater when full of water. Failure to heed this warning may
result in a fire hazard.
Minimum clearances between the heater and combustible/
non combustible materials are 0mm (0 in.) at the sides and
rear; 508mm (20 in.) from the top of water heater and 25mm
(1 in.) around the vent pipe. A minimum of 915mm (3 ft.) of
clearance is required at the front (control) side of the heater
for service.
For a closet installation, the door at burner side should be
openable and a minimum of 102mm (4 in.) clearance is
needed. Water heater is certified for installation on a com-
bustible floor (see Figure 1).
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