6Appliance Preparation
A. Securing and Leveling the Appliance
WARNING
Fire Risk!
•Prevent contact with sagging, loose insulation.
•Do NOT install against combustible materials such as exposed insulation, plastic and insulation backer.
The diagram shows how to properly position, level, and se- cure the appliance. Nailing tabs are provided to secure the appliance to the framing members.
•Place the appliance into position.
•Level the appliance from side to side and front to back.
• Shim the appliance as necessary. It is acceptable to use wood shims.
•Bend out nailing tabs on each side.
•Keep nailing tabs fl ush with the framing.
•Secure the appliance to the framing by using nails or screws through the nailing tabs.
WARNING
Fire Risk
•ALWAYS maintain specifi ed clearances around the appliance.
•Do NOT notch into the framing around the appliance spacers.
Failure to keep insulation or other materials away from vent pipe may cause fi re.
Figure 6.1 Proper Positioning, Leveling and Securing of an |
Appliance |
CAUTION |
Do NOT notch into the framing around the appliance spacers.
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