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LOCATING THE NEW WATER HEATER
FACTS TO CONSIDER ABOUT THE LOCATION
CAUTION
Property Damage Hazard
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All water heaters eventually leak.
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Do not install without adequate drainage.
Carefully choose a location for the new water heater. The placement
is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants in
the building and for the most economical use of the appliance.
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water heater in
a new location, the following critical points must be observed. The
water heater must be located:
1. On a level surface. Shim the channel type skid base as necessary
if levelling is required.
2. Near a floor drain. The heater should be located in an area where
leakage of the tank or connections will not result in damage to
the area adjacent to the heater or to lower floors of the structure.
When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan
should be installed under the heater.
The pan should be at least 2 inches deep, have a minimum
length and width of at least 2 inches greater than the
REQUIRED ABILITY
INSTALLATION AND SERVICE OF THIS WATER HEATER
REQUIRES ABILITY EQUIVALENT TO THAT OF A QUALIFIED
AGENCY (PAGE 3) IN THE FIELD INVOLVED. PLUMBING AND
ELECTRICAL WORK IS REQUIRED.
GENERAL
The installation must conform to these instructions and local code
authority having jurisdiction. Grounding and electrical wiring connected
to the water heater must also conform to the National Electrical
Code, NFPA 70. This publication is available from The National Fire
Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
Do NOT test electrical system before heater is filled with water, follow
the START UP procedure in the OPERATION section of this manual.
The principal components of the heater are identified in the
Features and Components illustrations on pages 9 and 10.
DANGER
MIXING VALVE USAGE:
Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated
to a temperature which will satisfy space heating, clothes
INSTALLATION
Water temperature over 125°F (52°C)
can cause severe burns instantly
resulting in severe injury or death.
Children, the elderly and the physically
or mentally disabled are at highest risk
for scald injury.
Feel water before bathing or showering.
Temperature limiting devices such as
mixing valves must be installed when
required by codes and to ensure safe
temperatures at fixtures.
dimensions of the water heater and should be piped to an
adequate drain.
The discharge opening of the relief valve should always be piped
to an open drain.
3. Close to the point of major hot water usage and the power supply.
Hot water piping and branch circuit wiring should be as short
as possible.
Insulate hot and cold water piping where heat loss and condensation
may be a problem.
Heater construction permits installation, maintenance, and service
work to be performed through the front and right side openings.
Suggested clearances from adjacent surfaces are 12 inches on
top, 30 inches in front and 24 inches on right side for access
to the unit.
The heater may be installed on or against combustible
surfaces. The left side and back may be placed flush against
adjacent surfaces. Be sure to place the cover plates over the
rear crating couplings before locating vertical model heaters.
The heater may be installed in a confined space if adequate
ventilation is provided.
The temperature of the space in which the water heater is installed
must not go below 32°F or above 122°F.
washing, dish washing, cleaning and other sanitizing needs can
scald and permanently injure you upon contact. Some people
are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than
others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or the
physically / developmentally disabled. If anyone using hot water
in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a local
code or state law requiring a maximum water temperature at
the hot water tap, then you must take special precautions.
In addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting
that satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a MIXING
VALVE, should be used at the hot water taps used by these
people or at the water heater.
MIXING VALVES for reducing point of use temperature are
available. Consult a qualified installer or service agency. Follow
all manufacturer's Instructions for installation of these valves.
Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
"Temperature Regulation" section in this manual, see Page 19.
Toxic Chemical Hazard
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Do not connect to non-potable water system.
CHEMICAL VAPOR CORROSION
This water heater shall not be connected to any heating
system(s) or component(s) used with a non-potable water
heating appliance.
Toxic chemicals, such as those used for boiler treatment shall not
be introduced into this system.
Water heater corrosion and component failure can be caused by
the heating and breakdown of air borne chemical vapors. Spray
can propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air conditioning
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