Installing the New Water Heater (cont’d)
Installation Checklist
BEFORE OPERATING THE WATER HEATER:
1.Check the gas line for leaks.
a.Use a soapy water solution. DO NOT test for gas leaks using a match or open flame.
b.Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes, joints and fittings.
c.Check for bubbling soap. This means you have a leak. Turn “OFF” gas and make the necessary repairs.
d.Recheck for leaks.
e.Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.
2.Is the new
3.Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water heater correctly? See “Water Piping” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.
4.Is the water heater completely filled with water? See “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.
5.Will a water leak damage anything? See the “Locating the New Water Heater” section.
6.Is there proper clearance between the water heater and any- thing that might catch fire? See the “Locating the New Water Heater” section.
7.Do you have adequate ventilation so that the water heater will operate properly? See “Combustion Air and Ventilation” in the “Locating the New Water Heater” section.
8.Is the vent piping properly secured? See “Venting” instruc- tions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.
9.Is there proper clearance between the vent pipe and any- thing that might catch fire? See “Venting” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.
10.Is the vent pipe properly sloped and does the vent terminate outdoors? See “Venting” instructions in the “Installing the New Water Heater” section.
INTAKE FOR
COMBUSTION
EXHAUST AIR
VENT TO
OUTDOORS
FLUE PRODUCTS
DISCHARGE PIPE
HOT
WATER 
OUTLET
TEMPERED
WATER
OUTLET
GAS
SUPPLY
Vacuum Relief | 11. Do you need to call your gas company to check the gas pipe |
required by | and its hookup? |
some codes |
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(refer to local |
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codes) |
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AIR INTAKE PIPE
COLD WATER INLET
SHUTOFF VALVE
TEMPERATURE-
PRESSURE RELIEF
VALVE
DISCHARGE PIPE |
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(Do not cap or plug) | SUITABLE FOR WATER (POTABLE) | |
PROVIDE A 6″ AIR | ||
HEATING AND SPACE HEATING | ||
GAP BETWEEN THE |
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END OF THE |
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DISCHARGE PIPE |
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AND DRAIN |
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SHUTOFF
VALVE
TEE
DRIP LEG
(Sediment trap)
PIPE CAP
AUTOMATIC STORAGE WATER HEATER FOR DIRECT VENT INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL RATING: VOLTS 115/HZ60/AMPS 2
MODEL RATING PLATE
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