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Rough In Dimensions
Height 39 1/2"; Width 15"; Depth depends upon siding on
Dimensions -
Figure 3
B
A
C
D
home.
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
Typical Framing -
Cripple Stud
King Stud
Blocking
AP14935 Recess Box 66x.indd 3
Dim.*
Inches
A
B
C
E
D
E
F
* Approximate
F
Figure 4
Header
Trimmer Stud
Wall Stud
Sill
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).
38 1/2"
3.
Mount the water heater into the recess box. In the back
(98 cm)
of the recess box is a channel to support the bottom
14 3/4
mounting bracket of the water heater. At the top is a
(37 cm)
retaining stud for securing the top mounting bracket.
8 1/2"
Lift the water heater up and slide the bottom mounting
(21.5 cm)
bracket down into the channel. While holding the water
1
heater in place, secure the top of the unit to the retain-
(2.5 cm)
ing stud with the washer and nut provided.
41
Plumbing and Piping Openings -
(104 cm)
Thermostat
18 3/4
Wiring
(48 cm)
Opening
Electrical
Opening
Hot Water
Line
Plumbing and Piping
Follow all instructions in the Use and Care Manual for instal-
lation of gas and water lines. Holes are provided in the bot-
tom of the recess box for all piping and wiring. These holes
line up with the fittings on the bottom of the water heater.
1.
Stub the water lines and gas pipe up through the bottom
of the box (See Figure 5). It is recommended that shut
off valves and unions be installed in the piping for
future service requirements.
2.
Connect the water lines and gas piping to the water
heater in accordance with the instructions in the Use
and Care Manual provided with the water heater.
3.
Seal the holes around the piping with a silicone based
sealant to prevent any water from leaking into the
wall behind the recess box. Insulate pipes with foam
insulation.
Power Disconnect
nect power from the unit for service. This disconnect should
be weather resistant and meet any and all local codes. In the
absence of local codes, the National Electrical Code should
be followed. Refer to the Use and Care Manual for instruc-
tions in connecting the power to the water heater.
3
Figure 5
Relief Valve
Gas Line
Cold Water
Line
- See Figure 5 for Pipe Locations.
- Install a suitable means to discon-
Drain
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