American Standard TCWH180S-AS Quick Reference Manual

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
MODELS - TCWH180S-AS & TCWH199S-AS
WARNING
Read the Installation Manual carefully and be sure that your water heater has
been properly assembled BEFORE reviewing these instructions. Failure to
follow the instructions included in the Installation Manual exactly as written
could result in fire, explosion, electrical shock, or other situation that could
result in property damage, serious personal injury, or death. Installation and
service must be performed by a qualified plumber, licensed gas fitter, or a
professional technician in accordance with all local codes. Improper installation
and/or operation by an unqualified person WILL VOID the warranty. This
water heater must be installed in accordance with all local codes. In the
absence of local codes, follow ANSI Z223.1 / NFPA 54 or CAN/CSA B149.1,
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, as applicable.

CHAPTER 1 - BEFORE INSTALLATION

1. This water heater requires the use of direct vent type pipe as specified by American
Standard Water Heaters. DO NOT use materials that are not specified for use with
this water heater.
2. Always install water heater exhaust vent / intake pipe terminations 12 inches
above maximum expected snow accumulation levels.
3. Check the water heater rating plate to ensure the water heater is set to
operate on the gas supplied and that the gas supply line is sized to the Btu/h
required for this water heater. (Rating plate shown by example only).
4. The power supply required is 120VAC at 60Hz. Failure to provide the correct
power supply could result in electric shock or fire.
CHAPTER 2 - CONSIDER INSTALLATION SITE
Locate the water heater in a site where leakage from the water heater or
connections will not result in damage to the site adjacent to the water heater.
When such locations cannot be avoided, it is recommended that a suitable drain
pan, adequately drained, be installed under the water heater. Install the
water heater in a location that allows for proper clearances to combustible and
noncombustible construction. Consult the rating plate for proper clearances.
Minimum Clearances
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Installation Clearances from Non
Combustibles / Combustibles
Top 9 in. (228.6 mm)
Back 5/8 in. (15.9 mm)
Front 6 in. (152.4 mm)
Right Side
3 in. (76.2 mm)
Left Side
Bottom 12 in. (304.8 mm)
561 New York Drive, Pomona,
California 91768
Recommended Service and Proper
Operation Clearances
9 in. (228.6 mm)
5/8 in. (15.9 mm)
24 in. (609.6 mm) or more (Front of
Water heater)
(A combustible door or removable
panel is acceptable front clearance.)
3 in. (76.2 mm)
12 in. (304.8 mm)

CHAPTER 3 - INSTALLATION

A. INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

B. MOUNTING ON THE WALL

Please refer to the installation manual before mounting the water heater.
Ensure the mounting location can support the weight of the filled water
heater.
Drill four (4) holes with a 15/32 drill bit in the locations on the wall bracket.
Mount the wall bracket level on the wall with four (4) anchor bolts.
Align the grooves on the back of the water heater with the tongue on the
wall mounting bracket.
Remove the four screws on the water heater front cover. Remove the
front cover.

C. GAS PIPING

The gas connection fitting on the water heater is ¾" female NPT.
The supply line must be sized for the maximum output of the water heater model
being installed. If there are additional gas appliances connected to the same supply
line, size the supply line according to the COMBINED
total maximum BTUH draw for the appliances as if they were operating at the
same time.
DO NOT operate the water heater until all connections have been completed
and the heat exchanger is filled with water.

D. WATER PIPING

Ensure pipe material is suitable to meet local codes and standards. The pipe
must be clean and without blemish. DO NOT apply torch heat within
12" of the bottom connections of the water heater
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REV 06/16