Location
This water heater should be located close enough to the
outside wall so that it is within the venting requirements
listed in these installation instructions and as close as
possible to the main use of hot water. This location
must not be subject to freezing temperatures. The
water heater should be positioned, so that there is
easy access to the burner, gas control valve, and
drain valve. It must be located close to a suitable
free-flowing floor drain. Where a floor drain is not
adjacent to the water heater, a suitable drain pan
must be installed under the water heater (
see Figure
10
). This drain pan should be at least four (4) inches
(10.2 cm) larger than the diameter of the water heater,
and at least one (1) inch (2.5 cm) deep, providing
access to the drain valve. This pan must not restrict
the flow of ventilation and combustion air. This pan
must be piped to a suitable drain to prevent damage
to property in the event of a water leak from the pip-
ing, the relief valve, or the water heater.
Sooner or later, all water heaters leak. The
manufacturer, based on national building codes,
has given the necessary instructions to prevent
damage to the building. Under no circumstances
is the manufacturer to be held liable for any water
damage, in connection with this water heater.
This water heater is approved for installation on
either a combustible or non-combustible floor.
However, should this water heater be installed directly
on carpeting, the carpeting must be protected by a
wood or metal panel beneath the water heater. This
panel must extend at least three (3) inches (7.6 cm)
beyond the width and depth of the water heater.
Should the water heater be installed in an alcove or
closet, the entire floor area must be covered by the
panel.
Minimum Clearances
The minimum clearances from combustible material
for this water heater are: Two (2) inches (5.1 cm)
from the sides and rear, four (4) inches (10.2 cm)
from the front, and eighteen (18) inches (45.7 cm)
from the top (
see Figure 1
).
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
These instructions have been written as a guide for the proper installation and operation of your water heater, and
the manufacturer of this water heater will not accept any liability where these instructions have not been followed.
However, for your safety and to avoid damage caused by improper installation, this water heater must be
installed by a Certified Licensed Professional, and meet all local codes or, in the absence of local codes, CAN/
CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Gas Installation Code, in Canada, and/or the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, in the United States.
Before proceeding with the installation instructions:
1)
Inspect the water heater and its component parts for possible damage.
DO NOT
install or attempt to
repair any damaged component parts. If you detect any damage, contact the dealer where the water
heater was purchased or the manufacturer listed on the warranty card.
2)
Verify that the type of gas being supplied corresponds to that which is marked on the rating plate and
gas control valve of the water heater.
Vapours from flammable
liquids will explode and
catch fire causing death
or severe burns.
Do not use or store flammable
products, such as gasoline,
solvents or adhesives in the
same room or area near the
water heater.
Keep flammable products:
1. far away from heater,
2. in approved containers,
3. tightly closed, and
4. out of children's reach.
DANGER
!
Flammable Vapours
FLAMMABLES
Water heater has a main
burner and pilot flame.
The pilot flame:
1. is on all the time, and
2. will ignite flammable
vapours.
Vapours:
1. cannot be seen,
2. are heavier than air,
3. go a long way on the floor,
and
4. can be carried from other
rooms to the pilot flame by
air currents.
Installation:
Do not install the water heater
where flammable products will
be stored or used unless the
main burner and pilot flames
are at least 18" above the
floor. This will reduce, but not
eliminate, the risk of vapours
being ignited by the main
burner or pilot flame.
Read and follow the water heater warnings and instructions.
If owners manual is missing, contact the retailer or manufacturer.
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