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.

Combustion Air Supply and Ventilation

!Sufficient fresh air supply for proper water heater operation.

!Fresh air not taken from areas that contain negative pressure producing devices such as exhaust fans, fireplaces, etc.

!Fresh air supply free of corrosive elements and flammable vapors.

!Fresh air openings sized correctly with consideration given to the blocking effect of louvers and grilles.

!Ductwork is the same cross-sectional area as the openings.

Vent Pipe System

!Drafthood properly installed.

!Vent connectors securely fastened with screws and supported properly to maintain six inch clearance.

!Vent connector made of approved material and sized correctly.

!Vent pipe system must be installed according to all local and state codes or, in the absence of local and state codes, the “National Fuel Gas Code”, ANSI Z223.1(NFPA 54)-latest edition.

!Flue baffle engaged in slots provided in the flue tube.

!Flue way, drafthood, or vent pipe system not obstructed in any way.

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.

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.