Installation / Operation Instruction Manual

Installation (Locating the Water Heater) continued-

The water heater must be located close enough to the outside wall to keep the

venting distance within the maximum distance described in the installation

instructions. Locate the water heater as close as possible to the vent opening.

Read the venting section in this installation instruction manual before locating

the water heater.

This water heater must be located in an area where leakage of the tank or water

line connections and the combination temperature and pressure relief valve will

not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or to lower floors

of the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan

adequately piped for proper drainage must be installed under the water heater.

The drain pan, as described above, can be purchased from your plumbing

professional. The drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain. The piping

must be at least 3/4 inch (1.9 cm) in diameter and pitched for proper drainage.

It is recommended that a minimum clearance of four (4) inches (10.2 cm) be

provided on the side of the water heater for servicing and maintenance of the

combination temperature and pressure relief valve.

This water heater MUST be installed indoors out of the wind and weather.

Note: For California installation this water heater must be braced,

anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an earthquake.

See instructions for correct installation procedures. Instructions may be

obtained from DSA Headquarters Office, 1102 Q Street, Suite 5100,

Sacramento, CA 95811.

WARNING

DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT ANY GAS APPLIANCE IF YOU ARE

NOT CERTAIN OF THE FOLLOWING:

 Liquefied petroleum gases/propane gas and natural gas have

an odorant added by the gas supplier that aids in the detection

of the gas.

 Most people recognize this odor as a “sulfur” or “rotten egg”

smell.

 Other conditions, such as “odorant fade” can cause the

odorant to diminish in intensity, or “fade”, and not be as

readily detectable.

 If you have a diminished sense of smell, or are in any way

unsure of the presence of gas, immediately contact your gas

supplier from a neighbor’s telephone.

Gas detectors are available. Contact your gas supplier, or

plumbing professional, for more information.