Delta 45 Gas Heater User Manual


 
Pre-Installation Items
To provide serviceability to the unit it is
recommended that the following clear-
ances be maintained:
Top and vent hood area - 36 inches.
Front and burner area - 24 inches.
Rear and primary piping areas - 12
inches.
When installing the PERFORMANCE
PLUS in a confined space, sufficient air
must be provided for proper combustion
and venting and to allow under normal
operating condition pro p e r a i r f l o w
around the product to maintain ambient
temperatures within safe limits to com-
ply with the National Fuel Gas Code
NFPA 54 - latest edition.
Flooring and Foundation
The PERFORMANCE PLUS is approved for
installation on combustible floors, but never on
carpeting.
Do not install the PERFORMANCE
PLUS on carpeting even with a metal or
wood foundation base. Fire can result
causing severe personal injury, death or
substantial property damage.
Installer should provide a solid brick or con-
crete foundation pad, at least 2 inches above
the floor level if:
- There is a potential for the floor to
become flooded. The height of the
foundation should be such to sufficient-
ly elevate the unit.
- The floor is dirt, sand, gravel or other
loose material.
- The flooring is severely uneven or
sloped.
The minimum foundation size required is 24
inches x 23 inches.
Residential Garage Installations
When installing the PERFORMANCE PLUS in
a residential garage the following special pre-
cautions per N F PA 54/ANSI Z223.1 must be
t a k e n :
- Mount the unit with a minimum 18
inches above the floor level of the
garage. Ensure the burner and ignition
devices / controls are no less than 18
inches above the floor level.
- Locate or protect the unit in a matter
so it cannot be damaged by a moving
v e h i c l e .
WARNING
WARNING
BEST PRACTICES
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