Installing the new water heater (cont’d), Danger, Precautions – State PR6 40 NHDST2 User Manual

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Installing the New Water Heater (cont’d)

6. The intake air vent piping can be installed with no

more than 3 elbows.

CUTTING OPENING THROUGH AN OUTSIDE WALL

AND COLLAR INSTALLATION

Determine the location of the opening in the wall and cut

a 3

3

/

4

″ hole (30 & 40 gal.) or 4

3

/

4

″ hole (50 gal.) through

an outside wall.

The 3

″ or 4″ PVC, ABS or CPVC Schedule 40 vent pipe can be

run from the water heater through the wall or from the wall to

the water heater, whichever is most convenient. The vent pipe

must extend a minimum of 1

1

2

″ through the exterior wall.

Note that the inside collar must be slipped over the vent pip-

ing before locating the pipe through the wall. Before securing

the inside and outside collars to the wall, use a silicone sealer

between pipe and opening to insure a water and air tight seal.

INSTALLATION SHOWING USE OF PVC, ABS OR

CPVC PIPE

EXTERIOR WALL

SILICONE

SEALER

SILICONE SEALER

SCREW

SCREW

SCREW

SCREW

SCREEN

COLLAR

VENT CAP MUST

BE POSITIONED

DOWNWARD

1

1

2

″″ MIN. EXTENSION

THROUGH

EXTERIOR WALL

COLLAR

APPROXIMATE SETTING TIME FOR 2

1

2

″ TO 4″ PIPE

JOINTS

MOVEMENT COMPLETE

OF JOINT

SET

90°F to 150°F

3

4

hr.

8 hrs.

50°F to 90°F

1 hr.

15 hrs.

0°F to 50°F

1

1

3

hr.

18 hrs.

Cementing PVC, ABS OR CPVC Pipe and Fittings

Read and observe all safety information printed on

primer, cleaner, and cement containers.

DANGER

Primer, cleaner, and cements are extremely flammable.

They are harmful or fatal if swallowed. The vapors are

harmful. They may irritate eyes and skin and can be

absorbed through the skin.

PRECAUTIONS

Always store primers, cleaner, and cements in cool, dry,

well ventilated places. Do not store them near heat,

sparks, or flames. Keep containers closed. Use them in

well ventilated areas. Wear impervious clothing while

handling. Do not smoke, eat, or drink while handling.

Wash thoroughly after handling and before eating. Wear

eye protection when handling. If swallowed, drink water,

do not induce vomiting, and call a physician or poison

control center immediately. If inhaled, get fresh air and

seek medical attention if ill feelings persist. In case of eye

and skin contact, immediately flush with plenty of water

for 15 minutes and seek medical attention if irritation

persists. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

All primers, cleaners, and cements must meet all local

codes and applicable standards of the American Society

For Testing Materials Standards.

Before using primers, cleaners, and cements, stir or shake,

making sure contents are liquid. Do not use if found to be

lumpy or jelly-like.
1. Cut pipe ends squarely removing all burrs and dirt.
2. Dry fit pipe and fittings to be connected for proper fit.
3. Clean pipe and fitting with a primer/cleaner.
4. Apply a thin coat of cement to fitting, avoiding

puddling inside.

5. Apply a liberal coat of cement to pipe leaving no voids.
6. QUICKLY assemble parts while cement is fluid! If you

wait too long, re-coat pipes.

7. Push pipe completely into socket of fitting, turning as it

goes until it bottoms.

8. Hold pipe and fitting together for 30 seconds. Then

carefully clean off excess with a cloth. Allow connec-

tions a sufficient time to cure before disturbing.

9. Remember that vent pipes must be adequately and

securely supported.

MAX. 3 ELBOWS

AIR INTAKE THROUGH AN OUTSIDE WALL (cont’d)

NOTE: Wall collars are for asthetic purposes and are not

required for the heater to operate.

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