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Location Requirements
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
WARNING
Do not install in a mobile home.
Doing so can result in carbon monoxide poisoning and death.
The FVIR System is designed to reduce the risk of flammable
vapor-related fires. The patented system protects your family by
trapping the burning vapors within the water heater combustion
chamber through the special flame-arrestor. The burning vapors
literally “burn themselves out” without escaping back into the
room. In the event of a flammable vapor incident, the FVIR
System disables the water heater by shutting off the gas supply
to the water heater’s burner and pilot, preventing re-ignition
of any remaining flammable vapors in the area. This will not
prevent a possible fire/explosion if the igniter is depressed
and flammable vapors have accumulated in the combustion
chamber with the pilot light off. If you suspect a flammable
vapor incident has occurred, do not use this appliance. Do not
attempt to light this appliance, or depress the igniter button
if you suspect flammable vapors have accumulated inside or
outside the appliance. Immediately call a qualified technician to
inspect the appliance. Water heaters subjected to a flammable
vapors incident will show a discoloration on the flame-arrestor
and require replacement of the entire water heater.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Can result in serious injury or death
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance. Storage of or use of gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance can result in serious injury or death.
Flammable Vapors
FLAMMABLES
Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions.
WARNING
Do not use or store flammable products such as gasoline,
solvents, or adhesives in the same room or area near the
water heater. If such flammables must be used, all gas burning
appliances in the vicinity must be shut off and their pilot lights
extinguished. Open the doors and windows for ventilation while
flammable substances are in use.
If flammable liquids or vapors have spilled or leaked in the
area of the water heater, leave the area immediately and call
the fire department from a neighbor’s home. Do not attempt to
clean the spill until all ignition sources have been extinguished.
Fire or Explosion Hazard
WARNING
• Read instruction manual before installing, using or
servicing water heater.
• Improper use may result in fire or explosion.
• Maintain required clearances to combustibles.
Keep combustibles such as boxes, magazines, clothes, etc.
away from the water heater area.
Site Location
•
Select a location near the center of the water piping system.
The water heater must be installed indoors and in a vertical
position on a level surface. DO NOT install in bathrooms,
bedrooms, or any occupied room normally kept closed.
•
Locate the water heater as close to the chimney or gas
vent as practical. Consider the vent system piping and
combustion air supply requirements when selecting the
water heater location. The venting system must be able
to run from the water heater to termination with minimal
length and elbows.
•
Locate the water heater near the existing gas piping. If
installing a new gas line, locate the water heater to minimize
the pipe length and elbows.
•
The water heater should be located in an area not subject
to freezing temperatures. Water heaters located in
unconditioned spaces (i.e., attics, basements, etc.) may
require insulation of the water piping and drain piping
to protect against freezing. The drain and controls must
be easily accessible for operation and service. Maintain
proper clearances as specified on the rating plate.
•
Do not locate the water heater near an air-moving device.
The operation of air-moving devices such as exhaust fans,
ventilation systems, clothes dryers, fireplaces, etc., can
affect the proper operation of the water heater. Special
attention must be given to conditions these devices may
create. Flow reversal of flue gases may cause an increase
of carbon monoxide inside of the dwelling (Figure 8).
•
If the water heater is located in an area that is subjected to
lint and dirt, it may be necessary to periodically clean the
base-ring filter and flame-arrestor (see External Inspection
& Cleaning of the Flame-arrestor).
•
This water heater is
not
for use in manufactured (mobile)
homes or outdoor installation.
NOTE: This water heater must be installed according to all local
and state codes or, in the absence of local and state codes, the
“National Fuel Gas Code”, ANSI Z223.1(NFPA 54)-current edition.
REVERSE FLOW
OF GASES
EXHAUST FAN
FIGURE 8
