Clearances
The following clearances are recommended for the appliance.
Additional clearances should be considered for ease of installation and servicing.
Additional clearances should be considered on all sides of the appliance to reduce noise transfer.
Installation spacing for Recessed Area or Closet Installation
Description | Dimension/Clearance |
|---|---|
A: Upper Ventilation Opening | 48 sq. in. (310 cm2) |
B: Lower Ventilation Opening | 24 sq. in. (155 cm2) |
C: Distance to Ventilation Opening | 3″ (7.6 cm) |
D: Front Clearance | 4″ (10 cm) |
- Closet Ventilation Requirements
There should be at least a little space around the appliance (or any other appliance) to eliminate the transfer of vibration from one appliance to another. If there is enough vibration, it could cause appliances to make noise or come into contact, causing paint damage and further increasing noise.
No other fuel-burning appliance can be installed in the same closet as an appliance.
Closets with doors must have both an upper and lower vent to prevent heat and moisture buildup in the closet. One upper vent opening with a minimum opening of 48 sq. in. (310 cm2) must be installed no lower than 6 feet above the floor. One lower vent opening with a minimum opening of 24 sq. in. (155 cm2) must be installed no more than one foot above the floor. Install vent grills in the door or cut down the door at the top and bottom to form openings. Louvered doors with equivalent ventilation openings are also acceptable.