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You must be able to read the information on the rating label located at the back of the water heater.
The water heater must not be installed in an area with a corrosive atmosphere where chemicals are
stored or where aerosol propellants are released. Remember the air may be safe to breathe, but when
it goes through a flame, chemical changes take place which may attack the water heater.
The water heater must be mounted on a level, structurally sound surface. The water heater is suitable
for installation on open mesh structures and also on a combustible surface but must NEVER be installed
on carpeting.
The front of the water heater and electrical access covers must not be obstructed by any gas or water
piping, electrical conduits, etc.
FIRE RESISTANT MATERIALS
Fire resistant materials should comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 5601.1 Appendix C. If in doubt,
seek advice from your material supplier or your local regulator.
SAFE TRAY
Where damage to property can occur in the event of the water heater leaking, the water heater should
be installed in a safe tray or be suitably bunded. Construction, installation and draining of a safe tray or
bunding should comply with AS/NZS 3500.4 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements.
AS/NZS 3500.4 also has particular requirements when a safe tray must be installed.
ANCHORING
If the heater needs to be secured to the ground, use the hole pattern shown in Fig. 1, following local
codes. Additional clearance may be required when using the factory anchor bracket.
Fig. 1: Anchor Hole Locations
CLEARANCES
The clearances in Table 5 and Fig 2 on page 23 must be observed when installing the water heater.
