Clearances from Appliance
V53iV53e
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Top of | 6 inches * | 2 inches * |
Heater | (152 mm) | (51 mm) |
Back of | 0 (zero) | 0 (zero) |
Heater |
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Front of | 6 inches | 6 inches |
Heater | (152 mm) | (152 mm) |
Sides of | 2 inches | 1/2 inch |
Heater | (51 mm) | (13 mm) |
Ground/ | 12 inches | 12 inches |
Bottom | (305 mm) | (305 mm) |
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Vent | 0 (zero) | 0 (zero) |
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Top of | 12 inches | 2 inches | |
Heater | (305 mm) | (51 mm) | |
Back of | 0 (zero) | 0 (zero) | |
Heater | |||
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Front | 24 inches | 0 (zero) | |
(Panel) | (610 mm) | ||
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Front | 24 inches | 24 inches | |
(Exhaust) | (610 mm) | (610 mm) | |
Sides of | 6 inches | 1/8 inch | |
Heater | (152 mm) | (3.2 mm) | |
Floor/ | 12 inches | 2 inches | |
Ground | (305 mm) | (51 mm) |
to top
to side
to front
to ground/bottom
* 0 inches from vent components and condensate drain line.
The clearance for servicing is 24 inches in front of the water heater.
For closet installation: clearance is 6 inches (152 mm) from the front.
Attachment of the Water Heater
1.Identify the installation location and confirm that the installation will meet all required clearances.
2.Securely attach the water heater to the wall using any of the holes in the wall installation brackets which are at the top and bottom of the water heater. Ensure that the attachment strength is sufficient to support the weight. Refer to the weight of the water heater in the Specifications section.
NOTE: Rinnai water heaters should be installed in an upright position. Do not install upside down or on it side.
wall installation
brackets
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