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What's wrong with this water heater #2?
(name at least five defects)
1. Aluminum foil is not a good vent pipe repair material.
2. Blue stove pipe is not approved for gas appliance venting.
3. Water heaters require only one draft diverter.
4. PTR valves require discharge piping.
5. In seismic areas, flexible water supply piping is preferred, along with adequate seismic restraints.
What's wrong with this water heater #1?
What' wrong with this water heater #2?
Not the best way to keep your ducks dry
What flue gases can do to gas appliance vents
 
   
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