Bradford White EFTM Installation & Operating Manual page 10

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UNPACKING
INSPECT SHIPMENT carefully for any signs of damage.
1. All equipment is carefully manufactured, inspected and packed.
2. Any claims for damage or shortage in shipment must be filed immediately with Bradford White Corporation and
noted on the Bill of Lading.
3. Remove all venting components from the combustion assembly compartment by removing the latches.
The vent terminals and the condensate elbow that is supplied with this water heater are stored at the top
in the Combustion Assembly Compartment. To access the vent terminals and condensate elbow,
unlatch the top lid and remove parts. Be sure to replace the top and relatch.
LOCATE WATER HEATER in front of final position before removing crate.
1. LOCATE so that venting connections will be short and direct.
2. THIS WATER HEATER IS SUITABLE FOR INSTALLATION ON COMBUSTIBLE FLOOR. Do not install
this water heater on carpeting.
3. FOR BASEMENT INSTALLATION, provide a solid level elevated base such as concrete or other suitable pad
to raise the water heater at least 3" to provide a slope of 1/8" to ¼" per foot for the condensate line to a suitable
drain.
4. Minimum clearance to combustible material is 0" for the Top, Sides, and Rear of this water heater. However, it
is recommended that at least 18" from the Top, 24" from the Front, 4" for the Left Side and Rear, and 12"
from the Right Side Exhaust Elbow of the water heater be provided for servicing. Clearance for servicing
may be reduced down to minimum clearance to combustible material, but service time and effort may be greatly
increased.
NOTICE
Figure 3a. Minimum Clearance To Combustible Material
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