Installation Checklist

BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT:

1.Check the gas lines for leaks.

a.Use a soapy water solution. DO NOT test for gas leaks using a match or open ﬂame.

b.Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes, joints and ﬁttings.

c.Check for bubbling soap. This means you have leak. Turn “OFF” gas and make the necessary repairs.

2.Is the new temperature-pressure relief valve properly installed and piped to an adequate drain? See “Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve” section.

3.Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water heater correctly? See “Water Piping” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.

4.Is the water heater completely ﬁlled with water? See “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.

5.Will a water leak damage anything? See the “Locating the New Water Heater” section.

6.Is there proper clearance between the water heater and anything that might catch ﬁre? See the “FACTS TO CONSIDER ABOUT THE LOCATION” section.

7.Do you have adequate ventilation so that the water heater will operate properly? See the “FACTS TO CONSIDER ABOUT THE LOCATION” section.

8.Is the draft hood vent piping properly secured? See “Venting” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.

9.Is there proper clearance between the vent pipe and anything that might catch on ﬁre? See “Venting” Instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.

10.Is the vent pipe properly sloped and does the vent terminate outdoors? See “Venting” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.

11.Do you need to call your gas company to check the gas pipe and its hookup?