DANGER
Temperature setting should not exceed safe temperature at fixtures. See water temperature control warning in the “Temperature Adjustment” section of this Installation and Operation Manual. If higher preheat temperatures are necessary to obtain adequate booster output, add an ASSE approved mixing valve for hot water supplied to fixtures.
WARNING
∙Residential use water heaters are suitable for potable water heating only. DO NOT use a residential use water heater for space heating or combination space heating/domestic water heating. Commercial use water heaters may be used for space heating or combination space heating/domestic water heating. Refer to the instructions for space heating in this Installation and Operation Instruction Manual.
∙This water heater is not suitable for use in pool or spa applications.
∙The water heater must be installed indoors using the proper venting system components for combustion air supply and discharging flue products to the outdoors. Contact the supplier of this water heater, the suppliers listed in this manual, or Bradford White for venting components.
∙DO NOT operate this water heater without the vent piping connected.
∙All pipe joints should be taped to help prevent leakage around joints.
UNPACKING
INSPECT SHIPMENT carefully for any signs of damage.
1.All equipment is carefully manufactured, inspected and packed.
2.Any claims for damage or shortage in shipment must be filed immediately with Bradford White Corporation and noted on the Bill of Lading.
WATER HEATER LOCATION
1.The TGHE series water heaters may be vented either horizontally through an outside wall or vertically through the roof using the venting components designed for this water heater. Contact your Bradford White supplier or those suggested in this manual to order the required venting components. The venting system should be as short as possible. Refer to the Venting System Installation section of this Installation and Operation Manual for the vent terminal location restrictions before choosing a final location for the water heater.
2.The water heater must be installed on a wall capable of supporting up to 71 pounds (32 kg), depending on the model. Locate the water heater at a height convenient for servicing and above the reach of small children.
3.Refer to Table 3 for minimum clearances to combustibles.
4.If the water heater is installed in a confined space, such as a closet, ventilation air must be provided to prevent increased room temperature. Excessive ambient temperatures surrounding the water heater may shorten the life of the controls.
REMOVE CARTON
Move water heater to a location near where it will be installed. Carefully slide water heater out from the carton and remove all the contents.
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