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INSTALLATION

WATER HEATER LOCATION

The water heater should be installed close to the most frequently used outlet

and its position chosen with safety and service in mind. Make sure people

(particularly children) will not touch the flue outlet. The flue terminal must be

clear of obstructions and shrubbery.

Clearance must be allowed for servicing of

the water heater. The water heater must be

accessible without the use of a ladder or

scaffold. Make sure the temperature

pressure relief valve lever is accessible

and the front cover and burner can be

removed for service.

If possible leave headroom of one water

heater height so the anode can be

inspected or replaced. Remember you may

have to remove the entire water heater

later for servicing.

The water heater is to be installed at ground level on a concrete or brick plinth

or other fireproof base as approved by the local authority. The water heater

must also stand vertically upright with the back of the water heater against or

within 25 mm of an external wall or alternatively against a fireproof screen

extending at least 500 mm above, below and either side the flue terminal.

Failure to observe this precaution can cause problems in high wind areas. A

secondary flue is not required.

It is a requirement of AS 5601 and AS/NZS 5601.1 to secure the water heater

to the wall. The water heater must be secured to the wall or screen using the

brackets provided.

Kits are available to enable the water heater to be installed partially recessed

into an external wall.

The water heater must not be installed in an area with a corrosive atmosphere

where chemicals are stored or where aerosol propellants are released.

Remember the air may be safe to breathe, but when it goes through a flame,

chemical changes take place which may attack the water heater.

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