Installing the water heater.
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A Water Heater Location
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Close to area of vent termination.
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Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures .
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Proper clearance from combustible surfaces
observed.
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Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of
water heater.
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Air supply free of corrosive elements and
flammable vapors.
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Provisions made to protect area from water
damage.
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Sufficient room to service heater.
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Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning
materials, rags, etc. clear of the heater and vent
piping.
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Water heater is properly attached to the wall.
B. Water Supply
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Water supply has sufficient pressure.
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Air purged from water heater and piping.
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Water connections tight and free of leaks
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Water filter is clean and in place.
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Materials used are as instructed in this manual.
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Water pipes are insulated.
C. Gas Supply
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Gas type matches rating plate.
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Gas supply pressure is sufficient for the water
heater.
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Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union and
sediment trap.
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Approved pipe joint compound used.
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Soap and water solution used to check all
connections and fittings for possible gas leak.
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Gas Company inspected installation (if required).
D. Relief Valve
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Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and
discharge line run to open drain
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Discharge line protected from freezing.
E. Venting
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Materials used are as instructed in the manual.
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Vent connector(s) pitched downward to termination
(¼" per foot of length minimum) See page 12.
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Vent connector(s) securely fastened together with
high temperature silicone (500°F) and air-tight.
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All vent runs are properly supported.
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Vent terminal is properly installed.
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Sufficient combustion air is available.
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Maximum and minimum vent lengths are
observed.
F. Electrical Wiring
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Voltage matches rating plate.
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Water heater is properly grounded.
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Supply cord meets all local codes.
Installation Check List
