Installation code requirements, Canadian installations, U.s. installations – John Wood Commercial Storage Tanks 80G - 120G User Manual

Page 2: Important, Relief valves ( t&p ), Backflow prevention, Safety warnings, Warning

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CANADIAN INSTALLATIONS

In addition to the installation instructions found in this

manual, the heater shall be installed in accordance with the

latest edition of CSA B149 installation codes and /or any

local codes. These shall be carefully followed in all cases.

Authorities having jurisdiction shall be consulted before

installations are made.

All electrical connections shall be in accordance with the

latest edition of the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22-1

Part 1.

U.S. INSTALLATIONS

In addition to the installation instructions found in this

manual, the heater shall be installed in accordance with the

latest edition of the National Fuel Code ANSI Z223-1 (NFPA

54) and/ or any local codes. These shall be carefully

followed in all cases. Authorities having jurisdiction shall be

consulted before installations are made.

IMPORTANT:

All supply equipment, installation,

approvals, permits, inspections, etc. are the responsibility of

the owner of this storage tank unit. Consult your local

authorities for regulations specific to your area.

RELIEF VALVES ( T&P )

All heaters must be installed with a proper temperature and

pressure relief valve. These valves must be certified as

meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic

Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI

Z21-22 in the United States. When in Canada, the Standard

for Temperature, Pressure, Temperature and Pressure

Relief and Vacuum Relief CAN 1-4.4, is required.

BACKFLOW PREVENTION

Certain jurisdictions may require the installation of a

backflow device (e.g. Check Valve) in the water supply line.

Such a device will require the use of a system expansion tank

of adequate size to control the thermal expansion generated

during the heating cycle. Consult your water supplier or local

plumbing authority.

IMPORTANT: The supply water meter may have a built-in

check valve device. Contact your local water authority.

SAFETY WARNINGS

-Water Heaters are heat producing appliances. To avoid

damage or injury, no materials shall be stored against the

heater and provision shall be made to prevent unauthorized

contact (e.g. children).

FOR YOUR SAFETY, DO NOT STORE OR USE

GASOLINE OR OTHER FLAMMABLE, COMBUSTIBLE

OR CORROSIVE VAPOURS OR LIQUIDS IN THE

VICINITY OF THIS HEATER OR ANY OTHER

APPLIANCE.

-Hot water leaving this appliance can cause severe burns

due to scalding. The hazard is increased for young children,

the elderly, or the disabled where water temperatures

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exceed 125 F (52 C).

Use anti-scald valves in the hot water system to reduce the

risk of scalding at points of use such as lavatories, sinks, and

bathing facilities. Such precautions must be followed when

this unit is operated in combination with dishwashing or

space heating applications.

-If this storage tank has been exposed to flooding, freezing,

fire, or any unusual condition, do not put it into operation until

it has been inspected and approved by a qualified

professional. THESE CONDITIONS CAN RESULT IN

UNSEEN INTERNAL DAMAGE and are not subject to

warranty coverage.

-Exposure to airborne chemicals can cause severe corrosion

to the unit. Air containing vapours from cleaning solvents,

pool chemicals, refrigerator or air conditioning refrigerants,

laundry detergents or bleaches, waxes, spray can

propellants, dry cleaning, photo processing liquids, calcium

and sodium chloride (softener salt) or other process

chemicals are typical compounds which are potentially

corrosive.

Products of this type should not be stored near the unit.

-HYDROGEN GAS CAN BE PRODUCED IN A HOT WATER

SYSTEM. THIS CAN BE PROBLEMATIC IN SYSTEMS

WITH LONG STANDBY PERIODS. HYDROGEN GAS IS

EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE.

To reduce the risk of injury under these conditions, it is

recommended that the hot water faucet be opened for

several minutes at the kitchen sink before using any

electrical appliance that is connected to the hot water

system. If hydrogen is present, there will probably be an

unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the

water begins to flow. THERE SHOULD BE NO SMOKING,

OR OPEN FLAME NEAR THE FAUCET AT THE TIME THAT

IT IS OPEN.

WARNING:

THE WATER HEATING SOURCE, PIPING,

AND COMPONENTS CONNECTED TO THE STORAGE

TANK MUST BE SUITABLE FOR POTABLE WATER USE.

TOXIC CHEMICALS SUCH AS USED FOR BOILER

TREATMENT MUST NOT BE INTRODUCED INTO THE

TANK. ONLY POTABLE WATER IS ALLOWED TO ENTER

THE INSULATED STORAGE TANK UNIT.

INSTALLATION CODE REQUIREMENTS

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