Installation could include
- following manufacturer’s directions
- creating a platform
- centering the tank on the platform
- connecting the water supply
- connecting the temperature and pressure (T&P) relief valve
- connecting the electricity
- installing a tankless water heater.
IRC: Chapter 28 (https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018P4) covers installation of water heaters and related equipment, along with code requirements.
Process/Skill Questions:
- What is the key advantage of an electric water heater vs. a gas water heater?
- What is the watt-to-kilowatt ratio?
- What is a point-of-use electric water heater?
- How are water heater size and capacity determined?
- When is a drain pan necessary?
- How does one read the energy efficiency rating?
- Who sets the thermostat on the water heater?
- What temperature is required for a dishwasher?
NCCER Standards:
Plumbing: Level 1
- 02111-05 Fixtures and Faucets