American Water Heater GAS-FIRED COMMERCIAL WATER HEATER 用户手册

 

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Failure to adhere to these installation and operating instructions may 
create a hazard to life and property and will nullify the warranty. 

 
This installation shall allow access to the front of the water heater and 
adequate clearance shall be provided for servicing and operating this water 
heater. The water heater may be installed on either a combustible or non-
combustible floor.  If the water heater is to be installed directly on  carpeting, it 
shall be installed on top of a metal or wood panel (or equivalent) extending 
beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least three (3) inches  
(7.6 cm) in any direction or, if the appliance is to be installed in an alcove or 
closet, the entire floor shall be covered by the panel.  The minimum 
clearances to combustibles for this water heater are given in the tables on 
pages 10 through 13.  A minimum of 24 inches front clearance shall be 
provided for inspection and servicing. 
 
If it is necessary to install this water heater in an alcove on combustible 
flooring with clearances from combustible materials as shown in the tables on 
pages 10 through 13.