GB/T 20429-2024 in English
VALIDInstallation rule for electrical water heaters
- Issued on:2024-07-24
- Implemented on:2026-08-01
- File Format:PDF
- Delivery:Via email within 1~3 business days
$204.00
《GB/T 20429-2024电热水器安装规范》由TC46(全国家用电器标准化技术委员会)归口,TC46SC3(全国家用电器标准化技术委员会厨房器具分会)执行,主管部门为中国轻工业联合会。
Introduction
1. Background of Standard Formulation and Update Overview
GB/T 20429-2024 "Electric Water Heater Installation Specification" is an important document that replaces the original standard GB 20429-2006. It mainly makes a number of technical improvements and updates to the installation requirements of electric water heaters. The new standard combines the needs of industry development and technological progress, and strengthens safety, environmental protection and practicality.
2. Comparison of standard frameworks
| Contents of the old standard | Changes in the new standard | New or modified points |
|---|---|---|
| Deleted service life terms and definitions | Updated to better meet the use requirements of modern water heater products | Added requirements for unobstructed drainage |
| Deleted requirements for pipes used for installation and connection | Cancelled mandatory requirements for specific materials | Added requirements for safety valve installation |
| Modified trial operation requirements | Optimized test procedures and methods | Strengthened electrical safety specifications |
3. Implementation suggestions and case analysis
Qualifications of professional installers:All water heater installation work must be performed by professional technicians with national certification qualifications to ensure that the operation meets the requirements of the specifications.
Material selection standards:The selected expansion bolts, mounting brackets and other accessories must comply with national standards, and give priority to well-known brand products to ensure quality and service life.
Safety valve installation precautions:Special emphasis is placed on the correct installation method of the safety valve to ensure that the discharge pipe is continuously downward and unobstructed to prevent potential safety hazards.

Loading PDF document...
Error loading PDF. Please make sure the file is valid and try again.
We also recommend
-

GB/T 15470-2002 in English
Household electric direct-acting room heaters - Methods for measuring performance
2002-08-05 -

GB/T 7157-2019 in English
Electric soldering irons and heating guns
2019-08-30 -

GB/T 39938-2021 in English
Electric room heating—Underfloor heating—Performance characteristics—Definitions, method of testing, sizing and formula symbols
2021-03-09 -

GB/T 23150-2024 in English
Tubular heating element for water heaters
2024-09-29 -

GB/T 22766.5-2009 in English
Household and similar electrical appliances—After-sales service—Part 5:Particular requirements for water heater
2009-11-30 -

GB/T 46264-2025 in English
Application effect evaluation for household and similar central electric heating system
2025-08-29