Additional Considerations - Rheem RTGH-95X Installation Instructions Manual

Recess Box Location
This water heater recess box is intended for an outdoor location only. Follow the guidelines below or in the
Use and Care Manual provided with the water heater for choosing a suitable location.
Caulk
If soffit vent is too close,
block off and install new
vent at another location
Inside
corner
6' (1.8 m) caulk
zone
Caulk
4'
(1.2 m)
WARNING Moisture in the flue gas will condense
:
as it leaves the vent terminal. In cold weather this
condensate can freeze on the exterior wall, under the
eaves and on surrounding objects. Some discoloration
to the exterior of the building is to be expected.
However, improper location or installation can result
in severe damage to the structure or exterior finish of
the building
Installation
The recess box is designed to be installed with
a variety of home exterior products for new or
existing construction.
1. Choose a suitable location for the water heater
and recess box. Follow the guidelines listed
on page 2 of this manual, or the Use and Care
Manual for the water heater, regarding location
and clearances. Frame an opening in the exterior
wall of the home for the rough in dimensions
in Figure 3. Local building codes and standard
building practices should be followed.
2. Install the recess box into the opening.
Level and square the box. Test fit the outer
door to make sure it does not bind during
installation. Secure the recess box to the
framing on each side using four or more
self tapping screws (not provided).
Installation
Rising moisture will collect under eaves
6'
(1.8 m)
6' (1.8 m)
caulk zone or to edge of
window etc., starting
within 6' (1.8 m)
Caulk
12"
(30 cm)

Additional Considerations

1. Do not install water heater under any patio or
deck.
2. To help prevent moisture from freezing on walls
and under eaves, do not locate the water heater
on the side of a building with prevailing winter
winds.
3. To help prevent water lines from freezing do not
locate water heater on the side of a building with
prevailing winter winds.
4. Do not locate water heater too close to shrub-
bery, as fl ue gases may damage them.
5. Caulk all cracks, seams and joints within six (6)
feet (1.8 m) of exhaust vent.
6. Guard exhaust vent against accidental contact
with people and pets.
7. Install the water heater such that the air inlet and
exhaust vent are above anticipated snow levels
Mount the water heater into the recess box. In
the back of the recess box is a channel to support
the bottom mounting bracket of the water heater.
Lift the water heater up and slide the bottom
mounting bracket of the water heater down into
the channel. While holding the water heater in
place, secure the water heater with mounting
screws (provided) into the mounting bracket
located at the top of the water heater.
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