Ruud AP13370-2 Installation Checklist, Water Heater Location, Water Supply

Discharge line protected from freezing.

Installation Checklist

A. Water Heater Location

❑Close to area of vent termination.

❑Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures.

❑Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed on carpeted floor.

❑Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater.

❑Air supply free of corrosive elements and flammable vapors.

❑Provisions made to protect area from water damage.

❑Sufficient room to service heater.

❑Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning materials, rags, etc. clear of the base of the heater.

❑Clearances of 1” (2.54cm) from combustion air inlet openings observed.

B. Water Supply

❑ Water heater completely filled with water. ❑ Water connections tight and free of leaks.

❑Air purged from water heater and piping.

C.Gas Supply

❑Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union and sediment trap.

❑Approved pipe joint compound used.

❑Soap and water solution used to check all connections and fittings for possible gas leak.

❑Gas Company inspected installation (if required).

D. Relief Valve

❑ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve	❑
properly installed and discharge line run to
open drain.

E.Venting

❑Vent length verified.

❑Heater vented separately from all other appliances.

❑Proper materials and techniques used in vent assembly.

❑Vent pipe properly secured to blower housing.

❑Vent termination/screen installed.

❑Vent pipe supported at required intervals.

❑Appropriate minimum clearance observed.

❑Precautions taken to prevent moisture damage around vent termination.

F. Wiring

	❑ Correct power supply (120V) 50/60 Hz.	❑ Heater properly ground and proper polarity
		observed.
18	❑ Electrical Connections tight.