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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. An apparatus for use in restraining a water heater by use of at least a first strap connected to hold the heater in position relative to an adjacent support to which the strap is fastened, comprising a first connector having a first base with an extension extending at a

[ What is claimed is:] [1.]1. An apparatus for use in restraining a water heater by use of at least a first strap connected to hold the heater in position relative to an adjacent support to which the strap is fastened, comprising a first connector having a first base with an extension extending at an angle from the base, the base having first and second opposing surfaces and an opening extending through one of the base or extension and with a projection extending from the base, the opening being wide enough to allow passage of the strap when the strap extends along the first base, the projection being sized and located to extend through the strap during use.