Installation Checklist; Water Heater Location; Water Supply - Rheem GG Series Use And Care Manual

Installation checklist.

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Water Heater Location

Close to area of vent.
Indoors and protected from
freezing temperatures.
Proper clearance from combustible
surfaces observed and water heater
not installed on carpeted floor.
Sufficient fresh air supply for
proper operation of water heater.
Air supply free of corrosive
elements and flammable vapors.

Water Supply

Water heater completely filled
with water.
Air purged from water heater and
piping.
Water connections tight and
free of leaks.
Gas Supply
Gas line equipped with shut-off
valve, union and sediment trap.
Approved pipe joint compound used.
Relief Valve
Temperature and Pressure Relief
Valve properly installed and
discharge line run to open drain.
Discharge line protected from
freezing.
Venting
Flue baffle properly hung in top of
heater's flue.
Draft hood properly installed.
Vent connector(s) pitched upward
to chimney (1/4" per foot of length
minimum).
Provisions made to protect area
from water damage.
Sufficient room to service heater.
Combustible materials, such as
clothing, cleaning materials, rags, etc.
clear of the base of the heater.
Clearances from combustion air
inlet openings observed (see
page 7).
Soap and water solution used to
check all connections and fittings
for possible gas leak.
Gas Company inspected installation
(if required).
Vent connector(s) securely
fastened together with screws.
Single wall vent connector(s) at
least 6" from combustible material.