Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

Installation (Locating The Water Heater) continued-

The water heater must be located close enough to the outside wall to keep the

venting distance within the maximum distance described in the installation

instructions. Locate the water heater as close as possible to the vent opening.

Read the venting section in this installation instruction manual before locating

the water heater.

This water heater must be located in an area where leakage of the tank or

water line connections and the combination temperature and pressure relief

valve will not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or to

lower floors of the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable

drain pan adequately piped for proper drainage must be installed under the

water heater. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow. The drain pan must

have a minimum length and width of at least 4 in (10.2 cm) greater than the

diameter of the water heater and must not restrict proper combustion air flow to

the water heater. The drain pan, as described above, can be purchased from

your plumbing professional. The drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain.

The piping must be at least 3/4 in (1.9 cm) in diameter and pitched for proper

drainage.

It is recommended that a minimum clearance of 4 in (10.2 cm) be provided on

the side of the water heater for servicing and maintenance of the combination

temperature and pressure relief valve.

This water heater MUST be installed indoors, out of the wind and weather.

Note: Per Section 507.2 Seismic Provisions of the 2021 Uniform Plumbing Code

(UPC). Water heaters shall be anchored or strapped to resist horizontal

displacement due to earthquake motion. Strapping shall be at points within the

upper one-third and lower one-third of its vertical dimensions. At the lower point,

a distance of not less than 4 inches shall be maintained from the controls with the

strapping. Please refer to the local authority having jurisdiction to see if there are

any additional local requirements regarding seismic provisions.

Minimum Clearances

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

adequate clearance for servicing and operating the 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 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.

The minimum clearances to combustibles for this water heater are: 0 in from

the sides and rear, 5 in (12.7 cm) from the front of the jacket, 0 in from the vent

connector and 15 in (38.1 cm) from the jacket top. Increase distances to

provide clearance for servicing.

WARNING

Failure to adhere to these installation and operating instructions may

create a hazard to life and property and will nullify the warranty.