B. Gas and Electrical Connections
Ensure that gas and electrical connections are installed at
this time. Refer to Sections 9 and 10.
C. Securing and Leveling Appliance
WARNING
Fire Risk
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Prevent contact with sagging, loose
insulation.
•
Do NOT install against vapor barriers or
exposed insulation.
The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and se-
cure the appliance (see Figure 7.4). Nailing tabs are pro-
vided to secure the appliance to the framing members.
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Place the appliance into position.
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Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.
•
Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use
wood shims.
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Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
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Keep nailing tabs fl ush with the framing.
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Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or
screws through the nailing tabs.
Note: Once appliance is set up for top or rear venting, it
CANNOT be changed at a later time.
CAUTION
Do NOT notch into the framing around the appliance
spacers.
Heatilator • Caliber Multi-Sided B-Vent • 4002-094 Rev H • 11/07
Figure 7.4
Proper Positioning, Leveling and Securing of an
Appliance
Nailing Tabs
(both sides)
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