Installation Checklist

Water Heater Location

·Centrally located with the water piping system. Located as close to the gas piping and vent pipe system as possible.

·Located indoors and in a vertical position. Protected from freezing temperatures.

·Proper clearances from combustible surfaces maintained and not installed directly on a carpeted floor.

·Provisions made to protect the area from water damage. Drain pan installed and piped to an adequate drain.

·Installation area free of corrosive elements and flammable materials.

·Sufficient room to service the water heater.

·Water heater not located near an air moving device.

Gas Supply and Piping

·Gas supply is the same type as listed on the water heater data plate.

·Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union and drip leg.

·Approved pipe joint compound used.

·Adequate pipe size and of approved material.

·Chloride-free soap and water solution or other approved means used to check all connections and fittings for possible gas leaks.

Combustion Air Supply and Ventilation

·Must not come from a corrosive atmosphere.

Vent Pipe System

·Proper location on an outside wall selected for Through the Wall Venting.

·“A” Dimensions determined per water heater to determine whether a Vertical Extension kit is needed.

·Optional Vertical Extension Kit Installed (if necessary).

·Heater centered directly under the roof opening for Through the Roof Venting.

·Through the roof venting has a 15 foot maximum height for the 50 Gallon direct vent water heater and a maximum of 14’ 3-1/4” for the 40 Gallon direct vent water heater.

Water System Piping

·Temperature and pressure relief valve properly installed with a discharge line run to an open drain and protected from freezing.

·All piping properly installed and free of leaks.

·Heater completely filled with water.

·Closed system pressure build-up precautions installed.

·Tempering valve installed per manufacturer’s instructions.