Whirlpool T-K1S User Manual
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Wall Hanging Installation
For a wall mount installation, use TK-BK01
brackets to securely attach the T-K1S to the wall.
Locate the heater as desired, but follow all
applicable local codes, as well as the indoor or
outdoor clearances that apply to the installation.
brackets to securely attach the T-K1S to the wall.
Locate the heater as desired, but follow all
applicable local codes, as well as the indoor or
outdoor clearances that apply to the installation.
Standing Installation
If the unit is to be installed standing on a surface,
adjust the legs so that the unit stands securely and
is level (legs can be adjusted up to 1”).
Do not install the unit standing directly on a
combustible surface. Use a 3” non-combustible
base.
Use the included L brackets to connect the unit to
a wall to ensure that it does not fall over. These
brackets will maintain the required 1” clearance
between the back of the unit and a combustible
surface.
a wall to ensure that it does not fall over. These
brackets will maintain the required 1” clearance
between the back of the unit and a combustible
surface.
Outdoor Installation
Follow all local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, follow the codes for Installation of Gas
Burning Appliances; National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z221.23 in USA or CAN/CGA B149.1 or .2 in
Canada.
For outdoor installation, purchase a TK-TV04 and
install on the top of the unit.
Locate the water heater in an open, unroofed area,
and maintain the following minimum clearances
from combustible and noncombustible materials.
Outdoor Clearances
Piping side
Minimum of 6”
Front (Maintenance space)
Min. 24”
Floor (From Non Combustible Base)
Min. 3” off the
ground
Back of heater
1”
Non piping side (in Enclosed Closet)
2”
Non Piping Side (Open Area)
12”
Top of heater (From Overhang)
36”
If this unit is installed under an overhang, there
must be a 36” clearance from the top of the unit to
the overhang, and the surrounding area must be
open in front and on the sides of the unit.
must be a 36” clearance from the top of the unit to
the overhang, and the surrounding area must be
open in front and on the sides of the unit.
WARNING
: Do not have the flue terminal pointing
toward any opening into a building. Do not locate
your heater in a pit or any location where gas and
water can accumulate.
your heater in a pit or any location where gas and
water can accumulate.
WARNING
: Do not install the heater where water,
debris, or flammable vapors may get into the flue
terminal. This may cause damage to the heater.
terminal. This may cause damage to the heater.