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