Factory-Prepferred Tie-Down Method - Rheem PNL-*AZ Series Installation Instructions Manual

3.7 FACTORY-PREFERRED TIE-DOWN METHOD
INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: These instructions are intended as a guide to securing equipment for
wind-load ratings of "120 MPH sustained wind load" and "3-second, 150 MPH gust."
While this procedure is not mandatory, the Manufacturer does recommend that
equipment be properly secured in areas where high wind damage may occur.
STEP 1: Before installing, clear pad of any dirt or debris.
STEP 2: Center base pan on pad, ensuring it is level.
STEP 3: Using basepad as a guide, mark spots on concrete where 4 holes will be
STEP 4: Drill four pilot holes in pad, ensuring that the hole is at least 1/4" deeper
STEP 5: Center basepan over pre-drilled holes and insert concrete screws.
STEP 6: Tighten concrete screws.
STEP 7: Finish unit assembly per unit's installation instructions.
TABLE 3
BASEPAN DIMENSIONS
MODEL NUMBER
PNL-018/024, PPL-018/024
PNL-030/031/036/042/043/048/049/060,
PPL-030/036/042/048/060
IMPORTANT: The pad must be constructed of industry-approved materials,
and must be thick enough to accommodate the concrete fastener.
drilled (see Figure 3).
than the concrete screw being used.
NOTE: Do not over-tighten the concrete screws. Doing so can weaken the
integrity of the concrete screw and cause it to break.
FIGURE 3
SCREW LOCATIONS ON BASEPAN
L
37.625"
41.5"
W A B
25.938" 15" 34"
29.813" 15" 38"
C D
3.5" 22.5"
3.5" 26.5"
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