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Installing the water heater.
The location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following:
Local Installation Regulations
This water heater must be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of the National Electrical Code. It is available from some local libraries or can be purchased from the
National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269 as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70.
Canadian installations should refer to CSA22.1, a copy can be purchased from the Canadian Standards Association, 5050 Spectrum Way, mississauga,ONT L4W 5N6
NOTICE: Auxiliary catch pan MUST conform to local codes.
Catch Pan Kits are available from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor.
Catch Pan should not obstruct cold inlet or drain valve.
Location
Locate the water heater in a clean dry area as near as practical to the area of greatest heated water demand. Long
Place the water heater in such a manner that the thermistor and element access panels can be removed to permit inspection and servicing such as removal of elements or checking controls.
The water heater and water lines should be protected from freezing temperatures. Do not install the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas.
Make certain the floor underneath the water heater is strong enough to sufficiently support the weight of the water heater once it is filled with water.
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!CAUTION: The water heater should not be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will result in damage to the area adjacent to it or to lower floors of the structure. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it
is recommended that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be installed under the water heater.
NOTICE: Installation in a closet or confined space is not allowed.
Heat Pump Water Heater requires approximately 1,000 cu. ft of unconditioned indoor ambient air to operate properly.
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To open drain, line should be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for proper drainage.
Inspect Shipment
Inspect the water heater for possible damage. Check the markings on the rating plate of the water heater to be certain the power supply corresponds to the water heater requirements. Rating plate is located on front of water heater.
Refrigerant
This heat pump water heater is factory charged with an environmentally friendly,
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