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General installation instructions – Bradford White IGI-180R-10N User Manual

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General Installation Instructions

Joint connection

Figure 13

Vent connections others must be firmly pressed together so that the gaskets form an airtight seal.

Coping with condensation

Figure 14

Make sure that the sockets are pointed 1° upwards in order to keep the gaskets dry. (Except for the (short
distance) standard horizontal discharge vent system without extensions. See Figure 34.)


Appliance connection

Figure 15

The first vent component to the appliance must be a vertical discharge adapter or a horizontal discharge
adapter. Never use an extension as the first component, this might cause damage to the water heater
and vent system. Secure vent connections with pipe clamps or perforated hanger.