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   DanH | Mar 13, 2006 03:28am | #1

   One thing you should do is check the specs for clearance to combustables. If it requires clearance then it shouldn't be placed where laundry can be hung against it, etc. Don't know if this is code, but it's common sense.

   If ignorance is bliss why aren't more people

   happy?

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   davidmeiland | Mar 13, 2006 03:59am | #2

   You need to get the specs on the model you are using and find out what the clearances are. I doubt there is any need to put such a unit in it's own enclosure, but Dan is correct in pointing out that you will probably need to do something to keep clothes or other flammables away from it. Might be good to talk to the building department and see what if any requirements they have.

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   DonK | Mar 13, 2006 04:15am | #3

   Like others have said, check with local rules first and  keep it away from areas where people can hang stuff on it.

   I'm involved in putting in a propane fired HWH now. Couldn't access the local code right away and checked with a local guy who said no restrictions. For kicks, I looked in another book and it said it could not be in a bedroom or bath, or a closet directly off a bath or bedroom. Miminal clearances of several inches. Also, watch out for the ventilation requirements.

   Don K.

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   plumbbill | Mar 13, 2006 04:32am | #4

   Clearance goes by manufacturers specs most of the time.

   Her's an electric tankless that will make yer meter spin like a DVD

    

   & one other thing we put in point of use electric tankless water heaters in sink cabs all the time.

   Just like an insta hot under the kitchen sink.