TK-510U Installation Manual
15 Page
-Combuson Air Supply-
This gas water heater requires an adequate source of clean air for combustion
and ventilation. Without sufficient air, your water heater may not operate
properly and may emit excessive and abnormal amounts of carbon monoxide
which may result in carbon monoxide poisoning or death.
WARNING
Before installing the water heater, you must determine the amount of air needed to supply this water
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Before beginning
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ing appliances (e.g., water heaters, furnaces, clothes dryers) in the same area. Do not include appliances
that are direct vented. Refer to the following example.
Your water heater’s BTU/h rating is on the rating plate. The BTU/h ratings should be on the other
appliances’ rating plates. If you have trouble determining the BTU/h ratings, contact the manufacturer or
have a qualified person determine the ventilation requirements.
NOTICE:
Gas Burning Appliance BTU/h Rang
Gas Water Heater 140,000
Furnace 75,000
Dryer 20,000
Total 235,000
Example:
Gas Burning Appliance BTU/h Rang
Gas Water Heater
Total
Your
appliances:
Does your installation space have sufficient combustion air?
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Check for Chemicals:
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outside air due to chemicals include:
Beauty salons
Photo processing labs
Indoor pools
Chemical storage areas
Products such as aerosol sprays, detergents, bleaches, cleaning solvents, gasoline, air fresheners, paint and
varnish removers, and refrigerants should not be stored or used near the water heater.