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A water heater is restrained against movement, such as during an earthquake, by a restraining system. The restraining system includes a pair of adjustable straps, which accommodate water heaters of various sizes. One end of each strap is securely attached to a supporting surface, such as a wall. The

A water heater is restrained against movement, such as during an earthquake, by a restraining system. The restraining system includes a pair of adjustable straps, which accommodate water heaters of various sizes. One end of each strap is securely attached to a supporting surface, such as a wall. The other end of the straps contain a plurality of slots configured to receive a connector. A connector is positioned in a desired slot or slots in each strap such that when the straps are placed around the water heater, the connectors are positioned proximate to each other. An adjustable fastener such as a bolt is inserted through an aperture in each connector to adjustably fasten the connectors together. The adjustable connector allows fine adjustment of the tension of straps around the water heater.

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[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A restraining system for securing a water heater to a support structure, comprising:a first strap having a first end and a second end, said second end including a plurality of openings;a first connector, said first connector selectively connectable to said first strap t

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. A restraining system for securing a water heater to a support structure, comprising:a first strap having a first end and a second end, said second end including a plurality of openings;a first connector, said first connector selectively connectable to said first strap through at least one opening in said first strap;a second strap having a first end and a second end, said second end including a plurality of openings;a second connector, said second connector selectively connectable to said second strap through at least one opening in said second strap; andan adjustable fastener configured to connect said first connector and said second connector and change the length of the strap as the fastener moves the connectors relative to each other.