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Locating The New Water
Heater
You should carefully choose an indoor location for the
new water heater, because the placement is a very
important consideration for the safety of the occupants in
the building and for the most economical use of the
appliance. This water heater is not intended for outdoor
installation.
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the
water heater in a new location, the following critical
points must be observed.
1. The location selected should be indoors as close to
and as centralized with the water piping system as
possible. This water heater, as well as all water
heaters, will eventually leak. Do not install without
adequate drainage provisions where water flow will
cause damage.
Instructions for Installation (cont’d)
2. The location selection must provide adequate
clearances for servicing and proper operation of the
water heater.
CAUTION
INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water
heater must be located and/or protected so it is not
subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.
* WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a
temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish
washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and
permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are
more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than
others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or
physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone using hot
water in your home fits into one of these groups or if
there is a local code or state law requiring a certain
temperature water at the hot water tap, then you must
take special precautions. In addition to using the lowest
possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot water
needs, a means such as a mixing valve, should be used
at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water
heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or
hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for
installation of the valves. Before changing the factory
setting on the thermostat, read the “Temperature
Regulation” section in this manual.
CHECK ALL CONNECTIONS FOR LEAKS. CONSULT
THE LOCAL UTILITY COMPANY TO EXAMINE
INSTALLATION FOR PROPRIETY AND SAFETY.
COLD WATER INLET
SHUTOFF VALVE
UNION
TO SUITABLE DRAIN
DISCHARGE
PIPE
(Do not cap
or plug)
ACCESS COVER
ACCESS COVER
*MIXING VALVE
3/4” THREADED
CONNECTORS
TEMPERATURE-
PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
TEMPERED
WATER
OUTLET
ELBOW
HOT WATER
OUTLET
ELECTRICAL
JUNCTION BOX
DRAIN VALVE
UNION
6” AIR GAP
VACUUM RELIEF REQUIRED BY SOME CODES
(REFER TO LOCAL CODES)
Typical Installation
CAUTION
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the
water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that
if the tank or any connections should leak, the flow of
water will not cause damage to the structure. For this
reason, it is not advisable to install the water heater in an
attic or upper floor. When such locations cannot be
avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the
water heater. Drain pans are available at your local
hardware store. Such a drain pan must have a minimum
diameter of at least 1 3/4 inches greater than the water
heater diameter and must be piped to an adequate drain.