Fit T & P valve insulation over valve. Make sure that the insulation does not interfere with the lever of the T & P valve.
Secure all insulation using tape.
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve
Explosion Hazard
HOTW TT R | CO W#TER | |
| SHUTOFF |
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HOT _ | COLD |
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DRAFT H |
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| TEMPERATURE | - PRESSURE |
| RELIEF VALVE | |
| (OPTIONAL | TOP T&P RELIEF |
| VALVE | NOT SHOWN) |
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•Properly sized temperature- pressure relief valve must be installed in opening provided.
•Can result in overheating and excessive tank pressure.
•Can cause serious injury or death.
This heater is provided with a properly certified combination temperature - pressure relief valve by the manufacturer.
The valve is certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 and the code requirements of ASME.
If replaced, the valve must meet the requirements of local codes, but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as indicated in the above paragraph.
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water heater (150 psi = 1,035kPa) and a discharge capacity not tess than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating plate.
For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve must not be removed from its designated opening nor plugged.
The
No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the relief valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing directly to discharge drain unless a 6 inch air gap is provided. To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must be allowed to discharge water in quantities should circumstances demand. Ifthe discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other suitable means, the water flow may cause property damage.
_DISCHARGE PIPE (Do not cap or plug)
i | / DRAIN VALVE |
LI 6" MAXIMUM
AIR GAP
FLOOR DRAIN
FIGURE 16.
Water Damage Hazard
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The Discharge Pipe:
•Shall not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions.
•Shall not be plugged or blocked.
•Shall be of material listed for hot water distribution.
•Shall be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the
•Shall terminate a maximum of six inches above a floor drain
or external to the building. In cold climates, it is recommended that the discharge pipe be terminated at an adequate drain inside the building.
•Shall terminate at an adequate drain.
•Shall not have any valve between the relief valve and tank.
w7:1[el=1 Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury ordeath.
Children, the elderly, and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest riskforscald injury.
Feel water before bathing or showering.
Temperature limiting valves are available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting
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