Giant UG30 Installation Instructions And Use & Care Guide

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Piping Installation
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maintain equal hot and cold water pressures.
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1. Install the water piping and fittings as shown in Figure
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install an expansion tank in the cold water line as
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how to shut off the water to the heater.
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Close the faucet and check all connections for leaks.
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OUTLET
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COLD WATER INLET VALVE
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THERMAL EXPANSION TANK
TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE (T&P)
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DRAIN LINE
3/4” ID
MINIMUM
DRAIN
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DISCHARGE PIPE
(DO NOT CAP OR PLUG)
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WATER SYSTEM PIPING

Giant UG30 Specifications

General

Brand	Giant
Model	UG30
Category	Water Heater
Language	English