
To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are tight and that the water fl ow is directed away from any person, see Figures 2 and 5. FIGURE 5. 5. Disconnect the vent pipe from the blower assembly where it connects to the water heater. In most installations the vent pipe can be lifted off after any screw or other attached devices are removed. Make sure existing vent complies with maximum and minimum vent lengths on page 17. 6. If you have copper piping to the water heater, the two copper w