SmartPlate EV Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
CHAPTER 2
– INSTALLATION
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2.3 SITE SELECTION AND PREPARATION
Ensure that the site selected for installation of the SmartPlate EV Water Heater includes the
following:
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Access to AC input power at
120 VAC/60 Hz
,
220 VAC/50 Hz
or
220 VAC/60 Hz
, single
phase.
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Close proximity to the boiler to be used as the heating fluid (hot water) source
•
If applicable; access to Modbus Network wiring within the prescribed wire lengths (see
section 2.5).
2.3.1
Installation Clearances
The heater must be installed with the prescribed clearances for service as shown in Figure
2.3.1. The minimum clearance dimensions recommended by AERCO are listed below.
However, if local building codes require additional clearances, these codes shall supersede
AERCO’s recommendations.
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Sides: 0 in. (0 cm)
– Left side dependent on need of bypass piping
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Front:
24 in. (61 cm)
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Rear: 24 in. (61 cm)
– Recommended
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Top:
12 in. (30.5 cm)
– Depending on use of elbow piping
All water piping and electrical conduit must be arranged so that it does not interfere with the
removal of any Water Heater assemblies/parts or inhibit service or maintenance of the unit.
Figure 2.3.1. SmartPlate EV Water Heater Clearances
CAUTION!
While packaged, the unit must be moved using a forklift or pallet jack. After unpacking, the unit
can be moved with forklift by inserting the tines through the openings in the sides of the unit's
base. If the unit needs to be lifted, attached lifting eye bolts to the four corners of the base.
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