Instructions
Installation checklist.
Installation Instructions Safety
Water Heater Location
■Close to area of vent.
■Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures.
■Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed on carpeted floor.
■Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater.
■Air supply free of corrosive elements and flammable vapors.
■Provisions made to protect area from water damage.
■Sufficient room to service heater.
■Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning materials, rags, etc. clear of the base of the heater.
■Clearances from combustion air inlet openings observed (see page 7).
Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions
Water Supply
■ Water heater completely filled with water.
■ Air purged from water heater and piping.
■ Water connections tight and free of leaks.
Gas Supply
■ Gas line equipped with | ■ Soap and water solution used to | |
valve, union and sediment trap. | check all connections and fittings | |
■ Approved pipe joint compound used. | for possible gas leak. | |
■ Gas Company inspected installation | ||
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| (if required). |
Relief Valve
■Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain.
■Discharge line protected from freezing.
Venting
Customer Service
■Flue baffle properly hung in top of heater’s flue.
■Draft hood properly installed.
■Vent connector(s) pitched upward to chimney (1/4” per foot of length minimum).
■Vent connector(s) securely fastened together with screws.
■Single wall vent connector(s) at least 6” from combustible material.
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