Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

Minimum Clearances continued-

This installation must allow access to the front of the water heater and

adequate clearance must be provided for servicing and operating this water

heater. The water heater may be installed on either a combustible or non-

combustible floor. If the water heater is to be installed directly on carpeting, it

must be installed on top of a metal or wood panel (or equivalent) extending

beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 in (7.6 cm) in any

direction or, if the appliance is to be installed in an alcove or closet, the entire

floor must be covered by the panel, increase distances to provide clearance

for servicing. If the rating plate or the label on the front of the water heater

specifies minimum clearances less than those listed in the below table,

the water heater may be installed in accordance with the minimum

clearances listed on the rating plate or the label on the front of the water

heater.

If it is necessary to install this water heater in an alcove, use the clearances

listed in the following table and Figure 1.

Minimum Clearances From

Combustible Materials

For Alcove Installation

A 6” (15.2 cm)

B 6” (15.2 cm)

C 16” (40.6 cm)

VENT 6” (15.2cm)

Figure 1

Venting

WARNING

The venting system must be installed properly following all local codes

or in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of the National Fuel

Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1- latest edition), or in Canada, The Natural Gas

and Propane Installation Code (B149.1-00 latest edition). Failure to

properly install the venting system could result in property damage,

personal injury, or death.