Installation Checklist - Rheem RTGH-95XLP-2 Use And Care Manual

Installation Checklist

A. Water Heater Location
Indoor water heaters must be installed indoors.
Outdoor water heaters must be installed outdoors.
Close to area of ventilation termination (indoor
models).
Protected from freezing temperatures.
Proper clearance from combustible material
observed.
Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of
water heater.
Air supply free of corrosive elements and
flammable vapors.
Provisions made to protect area from water
damage.
Sufficient room to service heater.
Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning
materials, and rags clear of the heater and vent
piping.
Water heater is properly secured to the wall.
B. Vent (Indoor Models)
Vent pipe material is ULC S636 approved and
manufacturer-approved.
Horizontal air intake pipe and exhaust pipe have
a 1/4" per foot UPWARD slope toward the vent
terminal.
Vertical venting is installed as described on pages
43-46.
Connection(s) securely fastened together with
cement and airtight.
All vent runs are properly installed.
Vent terminal is properly installed.
Maximum vent length is observed.
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C. Water Supply/Relief Valve
Water supply has sufficient pressure.
Air has been purged from the water heater and
the piping.
Water connections tight and free from leaks.
Water filter is clean and in place.
All piping has been assembled as described on
pages 48 and 49.
Water pipes are insulated and protected from
freezing, if necessary.
Pressure-relief valve properly installed with
discharge line running to open drain.
Discharge line protected from freezing, if
necessary.
D. Gas Supply
Gas type matches listing on rating plate.
Gas supply pressure is sufficient for the water
heater.
Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union and
sediment trap as described on page 55.
Approved pipe-joint compound has been used on
all gas pipe connections.
All connections and fittings have been checked for
leaks with a soapy water solution.
Gas company inspected installation (if required).
E. Electrical Wiring
Supply cord and/or wiring meets all local codes,
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, in the
U.S., or Canadian Electrical Code, CAN/CSA
C22.1, Part 1, in Canada.
Voltage matches listing on rating plate.
Water heater is properly grounded.
F. Condensate
Condensate drain is properly installed.
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