Installation Check List
A.Outdoor Water Heater Location
❑Outdoor water heaters must be installed outdoors.
❑Protected from freezing temperatures.
B.Indoor Water Heater Location
❑Close to area of vent termination.
❑Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures.
C.Outdoor and Indoor Water Heater Location
❑Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed.
❑Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater.
❑Air supply free of corrosive elements and flammable vapors.
❑Provisions made to protect area from water damage.
❑Sufficient room to service heater.
❑Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning materials, rags, etc. clear of the heater and
vent piping.
❑Water heater is properly attached to the wall.
D.Water Supply
❑Water supply has sufficient pressure.
❑Air purged from water heater and piping.
❑Water connections tight and free of leaks.
❑Water filter is clean and in place.
❑Materials used are as instructed in this manual.
❑Water pipes are insulated and protected from freezing.
E.Gas Supply
❑Gas type matches rating plate.
❑Gas supply pressure is sufficient for the water heater.
❑Gas line equipped with
❑Approved pipe joint compound used.
❑Soap and water solution used to check all connections and fittings for possible gas leak.
❑Gas Company inspected installation (if required).
F.Relief Valve
❑Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain.
❑Discharge line protected from freezing.
G.Venting (Indoor Water Heaters Only)
❑Vent pipe material should be category III and meet UL1738 in US and ULC S636 in Canada.
❑Vent connector(s) pitched (1/4” per foot of length minimum) DOWNWARD or UPWARD to termination. If UPWARD, a condensate trap must be installed close to the heater. See page 14.
❑Vent connector(s) securely fastened together with high temperature silicone (500°F [260°C]) and
❑All vent runs are properly supported.
❑Vent terminal is properly installed.
❑Sufficient combustion air is available.
❑Maximum and minimum vent lengths are observed.
H.Electrical Wiring
❑Voltage matches rating plate.
❑Water heater is properly grounded.
❑Supply cord and/or wiring meets all local codes.
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