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Select a location near the center of the water piping

system. It must be installed indoors and in a vertical

position on a level surface, in an area where water 

leakage will not cause consequential damage.

The water heater should be located in an area not

subject to freezing temperatures. Water heaters located

in unconditioned spaces (i.e., attics, garages, base-

ments, etc.) may require the water piping and drain 

piping to be insulated to protect against freezing. The 

drain and controls must be easily accessible for opera-

tion and service.

Keep combustibles such as boxes, magazines, clothes, 

etc., away from the water heater area.

Do not use this water heater in conjunction with a spa or 

hot tub.

IMPORTANT: The water heater should be located in 

an area where leakage of the tank or connections will 

not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water 

heater or to lower floors of the structure. Due to the 

contacted. A suitable metal drain pan should be 

installed under the water heater as shown below. This 

metal drain pan is to protect the property from damage 

which may occur from normal condensate formation 

on the tank or leaks in the tank and pipe connections. 

The metal drain pan must limit the water level to a 

maximum depth of 2-1/2 inches and be two inches 

wider than the heater and piped to an adequate drain. 

Locate the water heater near a 

suitable indoor drain. Outdoor drains are subject to 

freezing temperatures which can obstruct the drain 

line. The piping should be at least 3/4”ID and pitched 

for proper drainage.
Under no circumstance will the manufacturer or 

NOTE: Local codes and requirements in your area may

require the water heater to be installed such that the 

bottom element is elevated from the floor at least 18 

inches.

NOTE: The water heater shall be located so it is not 

subject to physical damage by moving vehicles or area 

flooding.

State of California 
NOTE: For installation, this water heater must be 

braced, anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving 

during an earthquake. Correct installation procedure in-

structions may be obtained from California’s Office of the 

State Architect. 1102 Q street, Suite 5100, Sacramento, 

CA 95811. Instructions can also be downloaded to your 

computer at www.dsa.dgs.ca.gov/Pubs.