Water Connections continued-
Utility Models (See Figure 2)
All utility models are supplied with inlet and outlet nipples located in a plastic bag attached to the water heater. The hot and cold water locations are identified on the side of the water heater. Apply appropriate amount of thread sealant to the provided nipples and install nipples into the side of the tank. For 20 gallon utility models, install the supplied anode/nipple combination at the HOT outlet location. Connect the hot and cold water lines to the nipples using unions. Install a listed
The 6 and 12 gallon models are equipped for installation with either side or top water connections. They are shipped from the factory with the alternate top connections plugged. The alternate top inlet is supplied with a dip tube. If the top water connections are needed, remove pipe plugs from the alternate top connections, apply appropriate amount of thread sealant to the provided nipples and install nipples in desired top location. Apply appropriate amount of thread sealant to the pipe plugs and install pipe plugs in the side locations. Install a vacuum relief
Figure 2
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