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debvesling
Feb 2, 2009, 03:36 PM
How should gas fired water heater be installed in a garage so that vapors are not ignited?

wmproop
Feb 2, 2009, 04:35 PM
Good question,, this is why many city and county codes will not allow gas hotwater heaters to be put in a garage

hvac1000
Feb 2, 2009, 05:59 PM
You need a minimum of 18 inches off the floor according to code. You will also need protection posts placed in front of the heater if it can be hit by a moving vehicle.