TECHNICAL 41
Mounting geysers
By
IOPSA
Due to the vast range of mounting applications most manufacturers won ’ t recommend specific mounting / fixations for the installation of their products , IOPSA has therefore compiled this document as a guideline for mounting a geyser onto a load bearing brick or concrete wall .
Load Bearing Masonry or Concrete
Example of anchor bolts
Please note : The L- Shape brackets are to be correctly secured to a load bearing or concrete wall . The geyser feet are to align over the L shape bracket to ensure that they can be affixed to the geyser feet via the prepunched bracket holes using : 4 x 8mm bolt and nuts .
* The manufacturer ’ s information tag needs to be checked to confirm if the hot storage water heater may be wall mounted . * Tanks and water heaters larger than 200l shall not be wall mounted . * A suitable type of anchor bolt must be used for the type of substrate .
* This document may be reviewed or amended at any stage , latest version to apply .
IOPSA thanks those who assisted in the development of this basic guideline . IOPSA assumes no responsibility or accountability on any anchor bolt / s that may fail or the integrity and condition of the substrate to which such anchor bolt / s are anchored into , licenced plumbers are encouraged to practice safe installations , if uncertain IOPSA recommends that you consult with the relevant anchor bolt manufacturer for additional technical information and guidance as to the correct application of such product . PA
July 2021 Volume 27 I Number 5 www . plumbingafrica . co . za