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INSTALLATION - WATER HEATER
THIS WATER HEATER IS FOR OUTDOOR INSTALLATION ONLY.
THIS WATER HEATER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING.
Check the water heater is suitable for the gas available (refer to the rating
label on the water heater ).
WATER HEATER LOCATION
This water heater is an outdoor model and must be mounted on a vertical wall. It
must not be installed indoors or in a confined space. The water heater should be
installed close to the most frequently used outlet and its position chosen with safety
and service in mind. Make sure people (particularly children) will not touch the hot
water outlet or the flue terminal. The flue terminal and air inlet must be clear of
obstructions and shrubbery.
Clearance must be allowed for servicing of the water heater. The water heater must
be accessible without the use of a ladder or scaffold. Ensure the entire front panel
can be removed for service. Remember, the entire water heater may have to be
removed later for servicing. The water heater dimensions are shown on page 18.
The installation must comply with these installation instructions and with the
requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4, AS 5601/AG 601 and any other statutory
requirements. In New Zealand, the installation must conform to NZS 5261 Code of
Practice for Installation of Gas Appliances and the New Zealand Building Code.
As a guide the following requirements extracted from AS 5601/AG 601 are to be
observed.
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At least 300 mm between the top of the water
heater and the eaves.
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At least 500 mm horizontally between the water
heater and the edge of any opening into the
building.
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At least 300 mm between the water heater and
a return wall or external corner, measured
horizontally along the wall.
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At least 1500 mm below any openable window.
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At least 1500 mm between the water heater
and any opening into a building, in the direction
of the flue discharge.
FITTING THE WATER HEATER
Mount the water heater on the wall using suitable
hanging screws, two each at the top and bottom
of the unit (refer to page 18 for mounting hole
positions).
The water heater must be installed vertically with
the water, gas and power connections on the
underside, pointing toward the ground.
