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Instructions for Installation (cont'd)

Locating the New Water Heater

Yon should carefully choose an indoor location for the new

water heater, because the placement is a very important con- sideration for the safety of the occupants in the building and

for the most economical use of the appliance. This water heater is not for use in manufactured (mobile) homes or out- doorinstaUation,

Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water

heater in a new location, the following critical points must be observed.

The location selected should be indoors as close as practical to

the gas vent or chimney to which the water heater vent is going to be connected, and as centralized with the water piping system

as possible. The water heater, as all water heaters, will eventually leak. Do not install without adequate drainage provisions where

water flow will cause damage,

&CAUTION

WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of

the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if the tank or any connections should

leak, the flow of water will not cause damage to

the structure. For this reason, it is not advisable to install the water heater in an attic or upper floor.

When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable

drain pan should be installed under the water

heater, Drain pans are available at your local hard- ware store. Such a drain pan must be not greater

than 1'/2inches deep, have a minimum length and

width of at least 2 inches greater than the water heater dimensions and must be piped to an ade-

quate drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow. Under no circumstances is the manufactur-

er to be held liable for any water damage in con- nection with this water heater.

AWARNING

Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile com- pounds, (cleaners, chlorine based chemicals, refrig- erants, etc.) in addition to being highly flammable n many cases, will also change to corrosive

lydrochloric acid when exposed to the combustion :)roducts of the water heater. The results can be

_azardous, and also cause _roduct failure,

The location selection must provide adequate clearances for

servicing and proper operation of the water heater.

AWARNING

This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting. Carpeting must be protected by a metal

or wood panel beneath the appliance extending

beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if

the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be covered by the panel. Failure to

heed this warning may result in a fire hazard.

AWARNING[

Minimum clearances between the water heater and [

combustible and noncombustible construction are 1" at the sides and rear, 4" at the front, and 6 from

the vent pipe. Clearance from the top of the jacket [

is 18" on most models. Note that a lesser dimension may be allowed on some models. Refer to the label

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AWARNING

A gas water heater cannot operate properly with- out the correct amount of air for combustion. Do

not install in a confined area such a closet, unless you provide air as shown in the "Locating The New

Water Heater" section. Never obstruct the flow of ventilation air, If you have any doubts or questions

at all, call your gas company. Failure to provide the proper amount of combustion air can result in a fire

or explosion and can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODI-

LY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

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