American Water Heater 6510319 Water Heater User Manual


 
Water Heater Location
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Centrally located with the water piping system.
Located as close to the gas piping and vent pipe
system as possible.
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Located indoors and in a vertical position.
Protected from freezing temperatures.
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Proper clearances from combustible surfaces
maintained and not installed directly on a carpeted
floor.
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Provisions made to protect the area from water
damage. Drain pan installed and piped to an
adequate drain.
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Installation area free of corrosive elements and
flammable materials.
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Sufficient room to service the water heater.
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Water heater not located near an air moving device.
Combustion Air Supply and Ventilation
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Sufficient fresh air supply for proper water heater
operation.
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Fresh air not taken from areas that contain negative
pressure producing devices such as exhaust fans,
fireplaces, etc.
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Fresh air supply free of corrosive elements and
flammable vapors.
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Fresh air openings sized correctly with
consideration given to the blocking effect of louvers
and grilles.
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Ductwork is the same cross-sectional area as the
openings.
Installation Checklist
Vent Pipe System
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Drafthood properly installed.
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Vent connectors securely fastened with screws and
supported properly to maintain six inch clearance.
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Vent connector made of approved material and
sized correctly.
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Vent pipe system must be installed according to all
local and state codes or, in the absence of local and
state codes, the “National Fuel Gas Code”, ANSI
Z223.1(NFPA 54)-latest edition.
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Flue baffle engaged in slots provided in the flue
tube.
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Flue way, drafthood, or vent pipe system not
obstructed in any way.
Water System Piping
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Temperature and pressure relief valve properly
installed with a discharge line run to an open drain
and protected from freezing.
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All piping properly installed and free of leaks.
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Heater completely filled with water.
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Closed system pressure build-up precautions
installed.
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Tempering valve installed per manufacturer’s
instructions.
Gas Supply and Piping
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Gas supply is the same type as listed on the water
heater data plate.
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Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union, and
drip leg.
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Approved pipe joint compound used.
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Adequate pipe size and of approved material.
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Chloride-free soap and water solution or other
approved means used to check all connections and
fittings for possible gas leaks.
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