Need specs on a Whirlpool L30S61-303 LP water heater.

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MatrixHDV join:2012-09-25 Batesville, VA	Need specs on a Whirlpool L30S61-303 LP water heater. I am trying to determine the minimum spacing from the top and sides required to install this water heater, I have a space where a electric unit of the same gallon capacity and physical size was installed but I want to be sure the new will one have enough clearance from the walls and ceiling to operate safely. Lowes has bumpkiss of information on their site and while I can find a installation manual on the Whirlpool site all it states it to install it per the spacing on the units label. Now this is a non-stocked item so I cannot go to the store and read the label and I don’t want to order one only to read the label and realize it will not fit in the existing location without remodeling. So I am hoping someone out there may have one installed and can pass on what it states upon the label.
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tp0d yabbazooie Premium join:2001-02-13 Carnegie, PA kudos:4	I am a Whirlpool/American service agent, and while I cant state the exact install numbers, typical for a gas unit would be-- 6" from all sides, installation on carpet illegal. 24" from front for servicing, and also 24" from top of heater to ceiling for heat clearances. If this is a manufactured home or trailer, most gas units are not certified to be installed in these circumstances, and a certified unit is usually 25% more. Now, I usually work with Natural gas units, propane typically has stricter guidelines. I recommend calling Whirlpool directly at 1-877-817-6750 and get the exact specs from them.. good luck -j -- if it aint broke, tweak it!! currently on FiOS (kick aZZ!)
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Beezel join:2008-12-15 Las Vegas, NV	reply to MatrixHDV Plus make sure there is enough makeup air available to the location.
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