AERCO RECON 1000 - Manual (Page 18)

RECON Water Heaters Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
CHAPTER 2 – INSTALLATION
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2.4 SITE PREPARATION
Ensure that the site selected for installation of the RECON Water Heater includes:
 Access to AC Input Power at 120 VAC, Single-Phase, 60 Hz @ 20 Amps.
 Access to Natural Gas line at a minimum pressure of 4 inches W.C. with the unit
operating at maximum capacity .
2.4.1 Installation Clearances
All RECON Models are packaged in enclosures having identical exterior dimensions. The unit
must be installed with the prescribed clearances for service as shown in Figure 2-1 (shown with
optional Sequencing Valve). The minimum clearance dimensions, required by AERCO, are
listed below. However, if Local Building Codes require additional clearances, these codes shall
supersede AERCO’s requirements. Minimum acceptable clearances required are as follows:
Sides: 24 inches
Front: 18
inches
Rear: 18 inches
Top: 13 inches
All gas piping, water piping and electrical conduit or cable must be arranged so that they do not
interfere with the removal of any panels, or inhibit service or maintenance of the unit.
Figure 2-1: RECON Water Heater Dimensions & Clearances
--WARNING! -
 Keep the unit area clear and free from all combustible materials
and flammable vapors or liquids .
 While packaged in the shipping container, the unit must be
moved by pallet jack or forklift from the FRONT ONLY.
18”
18”
18”
96”
12.5”
25.5” 20.5”
43.5”
79.5”