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Altitude
Input rating of this water heater is based on sea level operation.
At higher elevations the actual input rate will be lower than
the value listed on the rating plate due to the natural derating
of natural gas and propane. This water heater can be installed
at elevation up to 7,800 feet (2,377 m) without any change or
modification. Do not attempt to adjust the input rate by changing
the manifold pressure.
Failure to install a water heater suitable for the elevation at
the location it is intended to serve, can result in improper
operation of the appliance resulting in property damage
and/or producing carbon monoxide gas, which could result
in personal injury or death.
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
AVERTISSEMENT
ATTENTION
Location
This water heater should be located close enough to the
outside wall so that it is within the venting requirements
listed in these installation instructions and as close as
possible to the main use of hot water. This location must
not be subject to freezing temperatures. The water heater
should be positioned, so that there is easy access to the
burner, gas control, and drain valve. It must be located close
to a suitable free-flowing floor drain. Where a floor drain is
not adjacent to the water heater, a suitable drain pan must
be installed under the water heater (
see Figure 8
). In
Canada, according to the National Plumbing Code, this drain
pan shall be at least two (2) inches (5.1 cm) larger than
the diameter of the water heater, and at least one (1) inch
(2.5 cm) deep, providing access to the drain valve. Local codes
may be more rigorous. This pan must be piped to a suitable
drain to prevent damage to property in the event of a water leak
from the piping, the relief valve, or the water heater.
Sooner or later, all water heaters leak. The
manufacturer, based on national building codes, has
given the necessary instructions to prevent damage
to the building. Under no circumstances is the
manufacturer to be held liable for any water damage,
in connection with this water heater.
This water heater is approved for installation on either a
combustible or non-combustible floor. However, should this
water heater be installed directly on carpeting, the carpeting
must be protected by a wood or metal panel beneath the water
heater. This panel must extend at least three (3) inches (7.6 cm)
beyond the width and depth of the water heater. Should the
water heater be installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor
area must be covered by the panel.
Minimum Clearances
The minimum clearances from combustible material for this
water heater are: Two (2) inches (5.1 cm) from the sides and
rear, four (4) inches (10.2 cm) from the front, and eighteen (18)
inches (45.7 cm) from the top (
see Figure 1
).
Figure 1
18''
min.
2'' min.
2'' min.
2'' min.
4'' min.
Venting
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
AVERTISSEMENT
ATTENTION
When installing the venting system, make sure to follow all local
codes or, in the absence of local codes, CSA B149.1, Natural
Gas and Propane Gas Installation Code, in Canada and/or the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, in the United
States.
NEVER
operate the water heater unless it is properly
ventilated to the outdoors and has adequate air supply for
proper operation. Failure to properly install the venting system
could result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
These instructions have been written as a guide for the proper installation and operation of your water heater, and the
manufacturer of this water heater will not accept any liability where these instructions have not been followed. However, for
your safety and to avoid damage caused by improper installation, this water heater must be installed by a Certified Licensed
Professional, and meet all local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code, in Canada, and/or the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, in the United States.
Before proceeding with the installation instructions:
1)
Inspect the water heater and its component parts for possible damage.
DO NOT
install or attempt to repair any
damaged component parts. If you detect any damage, contact the dealer where the water heater was purchased or
the manufacturer listed on the warranty card.
2)
Verify that the type of gas being supplied corresponds to that which is marked on the rating plate and gas control of
the water heater.
