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A.O. Smith 120 trough 500 User Manual

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BTR TANK TYPE HEATERS

SERVICE HANDBOOK

A.O. Smith Water Products

Service Handbook

Irving, Texas ©2000

Training Department

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VENTING

Atmospheric Multiple Heaters

All BTR water heaters are classified by ANSI as category I (non-condensing, negative
pressure venting) appliances. They are approved for type B vent.

For larger applications, BTR water heaters can be common vented together either in a
tapered manifold or constant size manifold. (Follow National Fuel Gas Code
requirements for sizing and installation.)

BTRs may be common vented only with other category I appliances. (See venting
section in the National Fuel Gas Code).

A minimum of ¼” rise
per foot of horizontal
vent is required.

Chimney