Installing the water heater.
The location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following:
Local Installation Regulations
The installation of this water heater must be in accordance with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard (Title 24, CFR; Part 3280) and the following instructions; and local codes governing the installation of water heaters in manufactured homes (mobile homes).
If additional wiring information is desired, the latest edition of the National Electrical Code is recommended. It is available from some local libraries or can be purchased from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269 as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70.
CAUTION: DO NOT subject the water heater to any water distribution system air pressure test. The water heater should either be isolated with valves at the inlet and outlet water connections or disconnected during the test. Failure to properly Isolate the water heater during an air pressure test presents a hazard to life and property. With a water pressure test the water heater need not be isolated.
Location
Locate the water heater in a clean dry area as near as practical to the area of greatest heated water demand. Long uninsulated hot water lines can waste energy and water.
Place the water heater in such a manner that the thermostat and element access panels can be removed to permit inspection and servicing such as removal of elements or checking controls.
The water heater and water lines should be protected from freezing temperatures. Do not install the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas.
Make certain the floor underneath the water heater is strong enough to sufficiently support the weight of the water heater once it is filled with water.
CAUTION: The water heater should not be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will result in damage to the area adjacent to it or to lower floors of the structure. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it is recommended that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be installed under the water heater.
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NOTICE: Auxiliary catch pan MUST conform to local codes.
Catch Pan Kits are available from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor.
To open drain, line should be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for proper drainage.
Inspect Shipment
Inspect the water heater for possible damage. Check the markings on the rating plate of the water heater to be certain the power supply corresponds to the water heater requirements.
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