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Minimum Clearances
Failure to adhere to these installation and operating instructions
may create a hazard to life and property and will nullify the
warranty.
This installation must allow access to the front of the water heater and adequate
clearance must be provided for servicing and operating this water heater. The
water heater may be installed on either a combustible or non-combustible floor.
If the water heater is to be installed directly on carpeting, it must be installed on
top of a metal or wood panel extending beyond the full width and depth of the
appliance by at least three (3) inches (7.6 cm) in any direction or, if the
appliance is to be installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be
covered by the panel. The minimum clearances to combustibles for this water
heater are: zero (0) inch (0 cm) from the sides and rear, five (5) inches (12.7
cm) from the front of the jacket, zero (0) inch (0 cm) from the vent connector
and fifteen (15) inches (38.1 cm) from the jacket top. Increase distances to
provide clearance for servicing.
Venting
Figure 1 - Vent Terminal Clearances
WARNING
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