A majority of heaters require a dedicated circuit. It's an undertaking that many homeowners are advised to delegate to licensed electricians.
Remove the tank from the tank, and switch off your current electric heater prior to installing the heater. Set up the heater.
Electric wall heaters need the installation of a new circuit. you should have an electrician hook cables from your circuit breaker to an opening inside the wall that is between studs. Cables with 14 gauge and a ground that's proportional for the heater's wattage must be utilized.
Electricity
The electrical component of the heater installation involves the connection of your heater to your electrical supply to your home. Follow the electric heater instructions attentively, then have an electrician install a new circuit breaker and fish cable to your wall heater's location and make sure the new circuit has sufficient capacity to handle the heater's power consumption.
It is important to shut off any nearby circuits prior to the work begins. This can prevent electrocution. Make sure to be cautious when cutting drywall, to prevent cutting wires and pipes. If you're installing a new outlet, make sure to use a stud finder to verify that the spacing of studs and their location are correct before making the cut.
You can install an electric baseboard heater without an outlet. However, in the National Electrical Code requires an outlet every 12 feet along walls. If you're installing the ganged electrical heater (two or more of them connected on the same circuit), ensure each heater has the same wattage. In the event that they are not, the configuration could overload the system. Examine each of the heaters with an Ohm Meter before plugging it into.
The plumbing
The plumbing portion of the process for installing a heater is the connecting of pipes to the water heater, affixing the pressure and temperature relief valve as well as a discharge line (if necessary per code) in addition to installing a thermal expansion tank. A professional plumber should be aware of the specifics of each city's specifications for these jobs and be gas heat installation sure that all the requirements are met. This will help prevent problems such as carbon monoxide leaks which can be dangerous homeowners have to handle.
A plumber connects the pipes to the water using copper tubing and soldering iron. The pipes that are installed joined to the hot and cold water intakes on top of the tank. Also, the plumber needs to install the fuel line when your heater is powered by gas. It should be performed by a licensed plumber who is certified in gas plumbing services. Installing a shut-off gas valve and a vent for gas must require a licensed plumber.
Many people don't have sufficient equipment for safely handling this type of task themselves, and we recommend leaving the plumbing installation to professionals plumbers. Even with the best of intentions, projects that are DIY related to water heaters may be dangerous. Incorrectly installing a water heater could result in deadly carbon monoxide.
They'll never fail to deliver on the assurance of quality service, and will be transparent on their prices. They'll inform you of the latest developments throughout the duration of the work, ensuring that you are never surprised when it's time for payment. Every Legacy Plumbing technician strives for this level of customer service and honesty with every heater installation.
Ventilation
It is necessary to ventilate the heater, unless you plan to utilize it via the rooftop. This is a relatively simple or very complex process depending on the type of heater you have and your existing ventilation system. To decide which approach you should use, refer to these instructions from the heating manufacturer.
Most natural gas heaters use an atmospheric vent system. The exhaust, which can be extremely dangerous carbon monoxide released by your heater, will rise out through a chimney style flue.
Sometimes, this system of venting may have to be replaced with one that is similar to a power-vent or direct-vent systems. This requires a complex installation procedure that is best left to professionals.
For setting up a power-vent or direct-vent venting system, take the vent pipe by removing it from the valve located on the front of the heating unit and relocate it to the side. Install a temperature as well as pressure release valve. It will need a circle opening that can accommodate the duct running up to it. Solder a fitting made of copper onto the pipe's end to connect it. It must be suitable for the temperatures and pressures of the heater.
Connect the valve into the duct and attach it to the rafter. Measure the distance between the 90-degree elbow on the duct, and at the other end of the duct section suspended by the rafter. This will give you the length of the duct you need to buy.
Install the ducting and a cap for the external part of the pipe. Once the ducting is place, check that there's any obstruction in the air flow from the heater into the vent. If there is, this may cause an explosion, fire or CO poisoning.
Local regulations may require an engineer inspect your appliance after installation is finished and verify it as current with code. If your water heater's venting system does not meet to standard, these inspections will save you money in the future.
Maintenance
Many times, problems with heating systems result from neglecting the maintenance aspect of the installation of heaters. It is important to conduct preventive measures, such as recording megohm reads and examining for indications of corrosion or scale, will help to keep your home snug all winter.
To avoid any problems, you should ensure that your wiring system complies in accordance with National Electric Code's (NEC) requirements and regulations. You should also ensure the wiring is rated to a minimum temperature of 200degC. The heaters may be baked over a long period to improve their resistance and reduce electrical failures.
Some heating systems use a draft to help pull gasses from combustion through the chimney. If this draft malfunctions then the fumes, which could be with deadly carbon monoxide might spill into your residence. Installing a new draft hood and making sure your venting device in good working order can keep this from occurring.
Cleaning regularly of the heater and tank can aid in reducing the necessity for repair in the future. The procedure should involve removing sediment build-up from the surface of the tank and burner to guarantee optimal functioning. Maintain your heater in good condition for better efficiency and reduce costs.
Understanding the signs of a damaged heater can assist you in making sure that there are no further repairs, and also save you money. Our skilled and experienced technicians at Aiello are able to provide your home with a comprehensive heater installation service that will ensure you maintain your home's temperature all winter long.