ATTENTION: ALL CANADIAN CONTRACTORS/INSTALLERS: Before installing this heater into a multi-family
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hi-rise exceeding four stories, contact the local building code inspector to verify the building construction complies
with the Progressive Collapse requirements as listed in the National Building Code of Canada 2005.
1.
As you face the heater, the clearance to a side wall on the
right side is 0" (Fig. 2), and the left side is 1" (Fig. 2).
2.
The minimum clearance from the top of the heater to the
ceiling or any projecting overhang is 10". (See Figure 2).
3.
The minimum clearance from the bottom of the heater to
the floor, or the top surface of carpeting, tile, etc. is 0".
(See Figure 2).
4.
When the appliance is installed directly on carpeting, tile
or other combustible material other than wood flooring,
the appliance shall be installed on a metal or wood panel
extending the full width and depth of the appliance.
5.
The minimum clearance from the edge of the vent cap to
any overhanging obstruction, perpendicular side wall, or
corner of building is 12". (See Figure 1).
6.
Vent cap must be located at least 9" from any opening that
would allow combustion products to enter the building,
windows, doors, etc., and 12" above the ground or
shrubbery (See Figure 1).
Do not install vent cap in a window well. Provisions must
be made to prevent snow accumulation from infringing on
vent cap clearances.
FIG. 2
CEILING OR OVERHANG
1"
Left
Side
Wall
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CLEARANCES - Continued
0"
10"
Right
Side
Wall
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7.
Clearances around vent cap must be maintained to assure
adequate combustion and ventilation air.
8.
Clearances listed are minimum. Adequate accessibility
clearances for servicing must be maintained.
RESIDENTIAL GARAGE INSTALLATION:
9.
Gas utilization equipment in residential garages shall be
installed so that all burners and burner ignition devices
are located not less than 18 inches (46 cm) above the
floor. You must build a platform 18" above floor, the full
width and depth of the heater, including the rear trim
kit. HEATER IS NOT DESIGNED TO HANG ON WALL.
Unit should be located or protected so it is not subject to
damage by a moving vehicle. Use care in selecting a good
location within the garage. DO NOT locate the appliance
where heated air will be directed onto a nearby parked
vehicle. Paint may discolor or rubber may harden and
crack. DO NOT allow open or closed containers of paint,
gasoline or other liquids having flammable vapors to be
stored or used in the same area as the heater
CEILING OR OVERHANG
1"
Left
Side
Wall
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0"
10"
Right
Side
Wall
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