INSTALLATION GUIDELINES
A.INSPECTING AND PREPARING THE WATER HEATER
q AL27SL thru AL70SL - Remove the cardboard box, which comes packaged with the heater.
It should contain the following: TPI thermostat, T&P valve and a “Tee”, foamed lid and screws.
q AL119SL - Remove the cardboard boxes, which come packaged with the heater. One box should contain the following: TPI thermostat, T&P valve and a “Tee”, foamed lid and screws. The other box should contain the heat exchanger.
B.LOCATION
q Do not place the water heater where there is a risk of property damage in the event of a leak. q Place the water heater on a solid foundation in a clean, dry location nearest the boiler.
q The water heater should be protected from freezing and water lines should be insulated to reduce energy and water waste.
q Leave sufficient headroom to service the heat exchanger and electrical controls.
q Do not install in an area where flammable liquids or combustible vapors are present. q CAUTION: The water heater’s outer jacket is plastic and can melt.
q Do not install in close proximity to wood burning stove or other high temperature apparatus.
NOTE: If Water Heater is Placed On Blocks To Raise It From The Floor,
Be Sure to Support The Entire Bottom With At Least ¾ “ Plywood On The Top Of The Blocks.
3/4” x 28” x 28” Plywood
Solid Blocks Under Plywood
C.PROTECTION FROM WATER DAMAGE
q CAUTION: All water heaters have a risk of leakage at some unpredictable time.
q IT IS THE CUSTOMER’S RESPONSIBILITY TO PROVIDE A CATCH PAN OR OTHER ADEQUATE MEANS, SO THAT THE RESULTANT FLOW OF WATER WILL NOT DAMAGE FURNISHINGS OR PROPERTY. (See Figure 1)
D.RELIEF VALVE
q WARNING: A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO LIFE AND PROPERTY MAY EXIST IN ANY WATER HEATER IF AN APPROVED
q For protection against excessive pressures and temperatures in this water heater, install tempera-
