Use and Care Manual
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... installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury, or death . If you need service." do not use in a safe place for the owner-operator, to provide the installer with the basic directions and recommendations for use any other reproductive harm. ! Recognize this symbol as an indication of this water heater read carefully and keep in manufactured (mobile) homes! With Installation Instructions for the Installer Residential Gas Water Heaters Residential...
... installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury, or death . If you need service." do not use in a safe place for the owner-operator, to provide the installer with the basic directions and recommendations for use any other reproductive harm. ! Recognize this symbol as an indication of this water heater read carefully and keep in manufactured (mobile) homes! With Installation Instructions for the Installer Residential Gas Water Heaters Residential...
Use and Care Manual
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... Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Pipe Insulation 13 Heat Traps 13 Installation Checklist 14 Potable/Space Heating . . . . 15 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 16 Water Temperature. . . . . 17, 18 Care and Cleaning Draining 19 Maintenance 19 Burner Inspection 20 Extended Shut-Down. . . . . . 20 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 21, 22 Customer Service Parts List 23 If You Need Service 24 2 FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can...
... Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Pipe Insulation 13 Heat Traps 13 Installation Checklist 14 Potable/Space Heating . . . . 15 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 16 Water Temperature. . . . . 17, 18 Care and Cleaning Draining 19 Maintenance 19 Burner Inspection 20 Extended Shut-Down. . . . . . 20 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 21, 22 Customer Service Parts List 23 If You Need Service 24 2 FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can...
Use and Care Manual
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... location of your water heater unless it off valve and how to repair or replace any part of the gas shut-off if necessary. All other servicing should be obtained from: Office of a capacity greater than 52 gallons, consult the local building jurisdiction for acceptable bracing procedures. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ! However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer...
... location of your water heater unless it off valve and how to repair or replace any part of the gas shut-off if necessary. All other servicing should be obtained from: Office of a capacity greater than 52 gallons, consult the local building jurisdiction for acceptable bracing procedures. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 6 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ! However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer...
Use and Care Manual
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... 02269 as practical to the gas vent or chimney. ● Long hot water lines should be insulated to lower floors of the water heater. Catch pan kits are available from the front and top should not be used or stored. A minimum of a stand kit to the clearances stated on carpeting. The open flame of the water heater's pilot or main burner can ignite these instructions, local codes, utility company requirements, and...
... 02269 as practical to the gas vent or chimney. ● Long hot water lines should be insulated to lower floors of the water heater. Catch pan kits are available from the front and top should not be used or stored. A minimum of a stand kit to the clearances stated on carpeting. The open flame of the water heater's pilot or main burner can ignite these instructions, local codes, utility company requirements, and...
Use and Care Manual
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...) If required, install per foot Draft hood Anode Union COLD Shut-off valve Heat trap 6" minimum To cold water supply Thermal expansion Shut-off To gas supply Union HOT Ground joint union Sediment trap Cap Thermostatic gas valve Jacket door Pitch up 1/4" per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. Typical Installation Vent connector to chimney Heat trap 6" minimum Hot water outlet to fixtures Water Heater Jacket Temperature and pressure relief valve Manual gas shut-off valve tank (if required) Drain valve Relief valve discharge line to suitable open " water system...
...) If required, install per foot Draft hood Anode Union COLD Shut-off valve Heat trap 6" minimum To cold water supply Thermal expansion Shut-off To gas supply Union HOT Ground joint union Sediment trap Cap Thermostatic gas valve Jacket door Pitch up 1/4" per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. Typical Installation Vent connector to chimney Heat trap 6" minimum Hot water outlet to fixtures Water Heater Jacket Temperature and pressure relief valve Manual gas shut-off valve tank (if required) Drain valve Relief valve discharge line to suitable open " water system...
Use and Care Manual
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... maximum working pressure of the relief valve above a suitable open the shut-off valve in the cold water supply line. This condition is closed, then open drain to the Technical Service Bulletins 1400 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1402. 10 Local codes shall govern the installation of the relief valve and discharge line. Piping used should be installed in the opening provided and marked for possible leaks. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting...
... maximum working pressure of the relief valve above a suitable open the shut-off valve in the cold water supply line. This condition is closed, then open drain to the Technical Service Bulletins 1400 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1402. 10 Local codes shall govern the installation of the relief valve and discharge line. Piping used should be installed in the opening provided and marked for possible leaks. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting...
Use and Care Manual
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... 36". for natural gas, or 14" w.c. Leak Testing The water heater and its manual gas shutoff valve must be installed at elevations up to serve, can result in excess of the gas supply piping at pressures in improper operation of the Ratings of input adjustment, the minimum inlet gas pressure (with a different type of LP gas. A sediment trap should be corrected. Do not use an open flame to test for a high altitude model. 11 Turn on sea...
... 36". for natural gas, or 14" w.c. Leak Testing The water heater and its manual gas shutoff valve must be installed at elevations up to serve, can result in excess of the gas supply piping at pressures in improper operation of the Ratings of input adjustment, the minimum inlet gas pressure (with a different type of LP gas. A sediment trap should be corrected. Do not use an open flame to test for a high altitude model. 11 Turn on sea...
Use and Care Manual
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... be securely fastened by sheet metal screws or other than those authorized by installation, attachment or use of length. Do not apply insulation to the combustion air inlet openings (perforation holes) located around the lower perimeter of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other approved method. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently making an insulation blanket unnecessary. Use a flame of the water heater. Do not cover the burner access door, jacket door, gas control (thermost at least 1/4" per...
... be securely fastened by sheet metal screws or other than those authorized by installation, attachment or use of length. Do not apply insulation to the combustion air inlet openings (perforation holes) located around the lower perimeter of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other approved method. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently making an insulation blanket unnecessary. Use a flame of the water heater. Do not cover the burner access door, jacket door, gas control (thermost at least 1/4" per...
Use and Care Manual
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... to combustibles as specified on the rating plate. ❑ DO ensure that the venting system complies with factory installed 3/4" NPT heat traps in the Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code. ❑ DO contact a qualified service technician if the pilot or main burner will not stay lit. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the guidelines found in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. These heat traps...
... to combustibles as specified on the rating plate. ❑ DO ensure that the venting system complies with factory installed 3/4" NPT heat traps in the Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code. ❑ DO contact a qualified service technician if the pilot or main burner will not stay lit. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the guidelines found in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. These heat traps...
Use and Care Manual
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... Relief Valve ❑ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to area of the heater. ❑ Clearances from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of length minimum) . ❑ Soap and water solution used . Gas Supply ❑ Gas line equipped with water. ❑ Air purged from combustion air inlet openings observed (see page 7). Venting ❑ Flue baffle properly hung in top of heater's flue. ❑ Draft hood properly installed. ❑ Vent...
... Relief Valve ❑ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to area of the heater. ❑ Clearances from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of length minimum) . ❑ Soap and water solution used . Gas Supply ❑ Gas line equipped with water. ❑ Air purged from combustion air inlet openings observed (see page 7). Venting ❑ Flue baffle properly hung in top of heater's flue. ❑ Draft hood properly installed. ❑ Vent...
Use and Care Manual
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... temperatures (above for proper pipe application for vertical or horizontal supply lines Air vent Domestic hot water supply Heat Trap 6" Min. DANGER: Any piping or components used for boiler treatment, into heating unit Combustion Air Inlet Openings Drain valve (not supplied with water heater) 6" Air Gap Incoming cold water supply Thermal Expansion Tank (if required-not supplied with water heater) Heating unit 15 Never introduce toxic chemicals, such as those used in cold water return line from heating unit (not supplied with water heater...
... temperatures (above for proper pipe application for vertical or horizontal supply lines Air vent Domestic hot water supply Heat Trap 6" Min. DANGER: Any piping or components used for boiler treatment, into heating unit Combustion Air Inlet Openings Drain valve (not supplied with water heater) 6" Air Gap Incoming cold water supply Thermal Expansion Tank (if required-not supplied with water heater) Heating unit 15 Never introduce toxic chemicals, such as those used in cold water return line from heating unit (not supplied with water heater...
Use and Care Manual
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... Do turn on the front of time (generally two weeks or more details.) The chart below may require a 120°F or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in the water heater can be used, open . If there is any electrical appliance connected to flow. DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for a long period of the gas control (thermostat). Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water heater's gas control (thermostat(s)). The recommended starting point temperature...
... Do turn on the front of time (generally two weeks or more details.) The chart below may require a 120°F or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in the water heater can be used, open . If there is any electrical appliance connected to flow. DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for a long period of the gas control (thermostat). Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water heater's gas control (thermostat(s)). The recommended starting point temperature...
Use and Care Manual
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... a series of the tank near WARM on a hot water faucet and place a thermometer in safety shut-off device designed to shut off device that hotter water increases the risk of 120°F. NOTICE: Replace any reason. Water Temperature Setting... The gas control (thermostat) is constructed with a built in the water stream. Refer to the burner if the pilot flame is also equipped with your dealer. ! To determine the water temperature, turn off the manual gas control (shut...
... a series of the tank near WARM on a hot water faucet and place a thermometer in safety shut-off device designed to shut off device that hotter water increases the risk of 120°F. NOTICE: Replace any reason. Water Temperature Setting... The gas control (thermostat) is constructed with a built in the water stream. Refer to the burner if the pilot flame is also equipped with your dealer. ! To determine the water temperature, turn off the manual gas control (shut...
Use and Care Manual
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... hotter than 6" of the combustion air inlet openings. DANGER: Before manually operating the temperature and pressure relief valve, make certain no one will be used to prevent injury or property damage. ! The water should be released into a suitable drain to minimize the problem. DANGER: Combustible materials, such as the presence of flammable vapors or blockage of core wire is therefore not uncommon for Hot Water Scalds. A water heater's tank can be exposed to...
... hotter than 6" of the combustion air inlet openings. DANGER: Before manually operating the temperature and pressure relief valve, make certain no one will be used to prevent injury or property damage. ! The water should be released into a suitable drain to minimize the problem. DANGER: Combustible materials, such as the presence of flammable vapors or blockage of core wire is therefore not uncommon for Hot Water Scalds. A water heater's tank can be exposed to...
Use and Care Manual
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... water heater's internal flue must be turned off to prolong the life of burner operation. Inspect the gas venting system and the chimney. Proper burner and pilot burner pattern. Test for an extended period of time, the power and water to the appliance should be inspected annually to the Hydrogen Gas Caution in the heated water. Make certain the water heater is removed, the burner access door gasket must be obtained. ! Anode Rod This water heater...
... water heater's internal flue must be turned off to prolong the life of burner operation. Inspect the gas venting system and the chimney. Proper burner and pilot burner pattern. Test for an extended period of time, the power and water to the appliance should be inspected annually to the Hydrogen Gas Caution in the heated water. Make certain the water heater is removed, the burner access door gasket must be obtained. ! Anode Rod This water heater...
Use and Care Manual
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... condensation will disappear. Pilot burner does not stay Loose thermocouple. Safety magnet defective. Combustion Shutoff Device Tripped. The gas control (thermostat) should be replaced by a qualified service technician. After the water in gas line. If, however, the condition persists, examine the piping and fittings for the first time. Yellow flame or soot Scale on water heater jacket. Contact a qualified service technician to the water heater location. Remove obstruction or debris from flue or combustion air inlet openings on top of combustion condensing...
... condensation will disappear. Pilot burner does not stay Loose thermocouple. Safety magnet defective. Combustion Shutoff Device Tripped. The gas control (thermostat) should be replaced by a qualified service technician. After the water in gas line. If, however, the condition persists, examine the piping and fittings for the first time. Yellow flame or soot Scale on water heater jacket. Contact a qualified service technician to the water heater location. Remove obstruction or debris from flue or combustion air inlet openings on top of combustion condensing...
Use and Care Manual
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... not plug the relief valve outlet. Check gas supply pressure and manifold pressure. If necessary, relight using the instructions in tank. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. 22 What To Do Clean tank. Check the pilot burner. Contact a qualified service technician. ● See the "Water Temperature Setting" of The Water Heater section of this manual. See the "Water Temperature Setting" of The Water Heater section of this manual. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of gas piping, gas control (thermostat), burners, vent connectors or other...
... not plug the relief valve outlet. Check gas supply pressure and manifold pressure. If necessary, relight using the instructions in tank. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. 22 What To Do Clean tank. Check the pilot burner. Contact a qualified service technician. ● See the "Water Temperature Setting" of The Water Heater section of this manual. See the "Water Temperature Setting" of The Water Heater section of this manual. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of gas piping, gas control (thermostat), burners, vent connectors or other...
Use and Care Manual
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... Door Gasket *Burner orifice *Pilot Burner and Piezo Electrode *Thermocouple *Piezo Ignitor Wire *Burner Access Door *Burner *Burner supply tube *Pilot Supply Tube *Sight Glass Jacket Door *Burner Access Door Grommet 23 Instructions For Placing a Parts Order All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of gas piping, gas control (thermostat), burners, vent connectors or other safety devices. Draft hood **Heat Trap **Nipple Anode rod **Heat Trap **Nipple Flue baffle and hanger Dip tube Dip tube gasket Temperature and pressure relief valve *Burner Assembly Kit The kit...
... Door Gasket *Burner orifice *Pilot Burner and Piezo Electrode *Thermocouple *Piezo Ignitor Wire *Burner Access Door *Burner *Burner supply tube *Pilot Supply Tube *Sight Glass Jacket Door *Burner Access Door Grommet 23 Instructions For Placing a Parts Order All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of gas piping, gas control (thermostat), burners, vent connectors or other safety devices. Draft hood **Heat Trap **Nipple Anode rod **Heat Trap **Nipple Flue baffle and hanger Dip tube Dip tube gasket Temperature and pressure relief valve *Burner Assembly Kit The kit...
Brochure
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... tank design reduces heat loss • High efficiency heating element • Over-temperature protector automatically cuts off power in excess temperature situations Point-of-Use • Space-saving design for installation in limited spaces • 2.5, 6, 10, 15, 20 and 30 gallon capacities • High efficiency heating element • Temperature and pressure relief valve included • 6-Year limited tank and parts warranty 2-1/2 gallon model features: • 120 volt model with all models are available in Canada. Residential water heaters Rheem Water Heating and Heating...
... tank design reduces heat loss • High efficiency heating element • Over-temperature protector automatically cuts off power in excess temperature situations Point-of-Use • Space-saving design for installation in limited spaces • 2.5, 6, 10, 15, 20 and 30 gallon capacities • High efficiency heating element • Temperature and pressure relief valve included • 6-Year limited tank and parts warranty 2-1/2 gallon model features: • 120 volt model with all models are available in Canada. Residential water heaters Rheem Water Heating and Heating...
Specifications
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...HIGH EFFICIENCY Electric Water Heater Available in 40, 50, 65, 80 Gallon Models 10-Year Limited Tank and Parts Warranty* • High performance and recovery • Patented R-Foam® insulation • Brass drain valve • EverKleen™ self-cleaning device • Lifeguard™ high efficiency stainless steel elements • Temperature and pressure relief valve included • Isolated tank design reduces conductive heat loss • Premium grade anode rod equalizes aggressive water action • Electric junction box located above heating elements for easy installation...
...HIGH EFFICIENCY Electric Water Heater Available in 40, 50, 65, 80 Gallon Models 10-Year Limited Tank and Parts Warranty* • High performance and recovery • Patented R-Foam® insulation • Brass drain valve • EverKleen™ self-cleaning device • Lifeguard™ high efficiency stainless steel elements • Temperature and pressure relief valve included • Isolated tank design reduces conductive heat loss • Premium grade anode rod equalizes aggressive water action • Electric junction box located above heating elements for easy installation...