Water Heater User Manual

• Install in a location where the exhaust gas flow will not be affected by fans or range hoods.

• Take care that noise and exhaust gas will not affect neighbors.

• Before installing, make sure that the vent termination (or the vent

cap in an outdoor installation) will have the proper clearances

according to the National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1).

State of California: The water heater must be braced, anchored or strapped to avoid moving during an

earthquake. Contact local utilities for code requirements in your area or call: 1-800-456-9805 and request

instructions.

Be sure to do

Prohibited

CAUTION

• Consult with the customer concerning the location of installation.

• Do not install the water heater where the exhaust will blow on outer walls or material not resistant

to heat. Also consider the surrounding trees and animals.

The heat and moisture from the water heater may cause discoloration of walls and resinous

materials, or corrosion of aluminum materials.

• Install the water heater in a location where it is free from obstacles and stagnant air.

• Do not install the water heater near staircases or emergency exits.

•

Do not locate the vent termination directed towards a window or any

other structure which has glass or wired glass facing the termination.

•

Avoid installation where the unit will be exposed to excessive winds.

[For outdoor installation only]

[For indoor installation only]

• Avoid installation above gas ranges or stoves.

• Avoid installation between the kitchen fan and stove.

If oily fumes or a large amount of steam are present in the

installation location, take measures to prevent the fumes and

steam from entering in the equipment.

[For N-0751M only]

• Make sure that the location allows installation of the exhaust

vent as specified.

• For outdoor installation, use the outdoor vent cap.

If it is necessary to vent above the roof line in an outdoor

installation, also use the base of the vent cap for rain protection.

WS-06-9012C_001_015_E_J.p65 07.1.5, 7:32 PMPage 6 Adobe PageMaker 6.5J/PPC