Installation Checklist - TANKLESS Paloma PTG-53DV Use & Care Manual

Installing the water heater:
Installation Check List
A. Indoor Water Heater Location
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Close to area of vent termination.
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Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures.
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Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed.
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Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of
water heater.
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Air supply free of corrosive elements and
flammable vapors.
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Provisions made to protect area from water damage.
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Sufficient room to service heater.
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Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning
materials, rags, etc. clear of the heater and
vent piping.
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Water heater is properly attached to the wall.
B. Water Supply
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Water supply has sufficient pressure.
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Air purged from water heater and piping.
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Water connections tight and free of leaks.
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Water filter is clean and in place.
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Materials used are as instructed in this manual.
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Water pipes are insulated and protected from
freezing.
C. Gas Supply
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Gas type matches rating plate.
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Gas supply pressure is sufficient for the water heater.
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Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union and
sediment trap.
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Approved pipe joint compound used.
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Soap and water solution used to check all connections
and fittings for possible gas leak.
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Gas Company inspected installation (if required).
D. Relief Valve
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Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge
line run to open drain.
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Discharge line protected from freezing.
E. Co-Axial Venting
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Vent pipe material should be category III and meet
UL1738 in US and ULC S636 in Canada.
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Connector(s) pitched (7/8" per foot of length
minimum) DOWNWARD for horizontal vent
termination or UPWARD for vertical termination
only. If termination is UPWARD for vertical venting,
a condensate trap must be installed close to the
heater. See page 13 and 14.
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Connector(s) securely fastened together with high
temperature silicone (500°F [260°C]) and
air-tight.
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All co-axial vent runs are properly supported.
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Vent terminal is properly installed.
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Sufficient combustion air is available.
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Maximum and minimum vent lengths are observed.
F. Electrical Wiring
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Voltage matches rating plate.
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Water heater is properly grounded.
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Supply cord and/or wiring meets all local codes.