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When installing a gas water heater, what is the purpose of the draft hood or fan-assisted draft inducer?
The draft hood or fan-assisted draft inducer helps to ensure that combustion byproducts (flue gases) are safely vented up the chimney or flue, preventing them f
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Question: When installing a gas water heater, what is the purpose of the draft hood or fan-assisted draft inducer?
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- To increase the water temperature ✅ To prevent combustion gases from entering the living space
- To regulate the gas pressure
- To ignite the main burner
Correct answer: To prevent combustion gases from entering the living space
Explanation: The draft hood or fan-assisted draft inducer helps to ensure that combustion byproducts (flue gases) are safely vented up the chimney or flue, preventing them from spilling into the conditioned living space.
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