CLEARANCES - CONT’D.
RESIDENTIAL GARAGE INSTALLATION: Gas utilization equipment in residential garages shall be in- stalled so that all burners and burner ignition devices are located not less than 18 inches [46 cm] above the floor.
Unit should be located or protected so it is not subject to damage by a moving vehicle. Use care in selecting a good location within the garage. DO NOT locate the heater where heated air will be directed onto a nearby parked vehicle. Paint may discolor or rubber may harden and crack. DO NOT allow open or closed containers of paint, gasoline or other liquids having flammable vapors to be stored or used in the same area as the heater.
LOCATION
1.This heater must be installed on an outside wall.
2.For efficient performance, locate heater as centrally as possible in the area to be heated.
3.Check outside wall where vent will exit, for proper clearances (See Figure 1), compliance with local codes and clearances above grade. Also, consider exterior appearance, walkways, plantings, etc.
4.Check that a gas supply line is accessible.
5.Check that a 115 V. power supply circuit is accessible. (Do not use 220 volt current).
6.Installation must provide clearance for servicing heater.
7.If heater is installed in a basement, a 12” [30 cm] clearance must be maintained between ground level and the vent intake pipe. Do not install heater where the vent will terminate in a window well or any opening below ground level. Do not allow snow accumulation to build up within 12” [30 cm] of the vent air intake pipe.
8.Clearances must be maintained providing adequate air circulation around the heater. A minimum of 16 inches [41 cm] must be maintained from the front of the heater to furniture, doors, etc.
9.Up to three baseboard heaters may be controlled by one thermostat (provided all three heaters are in the same room with the thermostat).
THERMOSTAT LOCATION
1.Locate thermostat on an inside wall about 5 feet off the floor and 6 feet from the baseboard heater, accessible to wiring, service and adjustment, in a frequently used room such as a living room, rec room, etc.
2.Do not locate thermostat in unusual heating conditions such as in sunlight, close to lamps, TV sets, radiators, registers, or other heat producing appliances.
3.Do not locate thermostat in unusual cooling conditions such as on an outside wall, or one separating an unheated room, or in drafts from stairwells, doors, windows, etc.
4.Do not locate thermostat where air circulation is poor such as in a corner, alcove, over furniture or the wall behind an open door.
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