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Tankless Electric Water Heaters from Rheem RHEEM TANKLESS ELECTRIC Hot Water Faster!
Tankless Electric Water Heaters from Rheem RHEEM TANKLESS ELECTRIC Hot Water Faster!
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RTE 3 RTE 7 RTE 9 RTE 13 RTE 18 RTE 27 Rheem Tankless Electric Water Heaters are available in six sizes to supply hot water to one, two or three fixtures in many applications. fits almost a nywhere • Continuous hot water on demand • Industry leading low-flow a ctivation • Power and external temperature controls • L ED's indicate active element and standby mode • 1/2-Inch water connections • Rugged brass/copper heat e xchanger...
RTE 3 RTE 7 RTE 9 RTE 13 RTE 18 RTE 27 Rheem Tankless Electric Water Heaters are available in six sizes to supply hot water to one, two or three fixtures in many applications. fits almost a nywhere • Continuous hot water on demand • Industry leading low-flow a ctivation • Power and external temperature controls • L ED's indicate active element and standby mode • 1/2-Inch water connections • Rugged brass/copper heat e xchanger...
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... in Gallons Per Minute Ground 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 Water Temp. Flow Rate in GPM at 60 PSI 2.0 GPM 2.5 GPM 1.0 GPM 1.5 GPM 2.0 GPM 3Use the water temperature and flow rate chart to year. Dimensions (inches/pounds) Model Number HEIGHT width DEPTH weight RTE 3 10-1/4 5-3/8 3-1/4 6 RTE 7 10-1/4 5-3/8 3-1/4 6 RTE 9 10 7-1/4 3-1/4 8 RTE 13 10 7-1/4 3-1/4 8 RTE 18 10-1/2 11-1/4 3-1/4 12 RTE 27 10-1/2 11-1/4 3-1/4 12 • Plumbing connections: 1/2 NPT • Minimum flow rate: 1/2 gal. How To choose the right Rheem Tankless Electric water heater for...
... in Gallons Per Minute Ground 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 Water Temp. Flow Rate in GPM at 60 PSI 2.0 GPM 2.5 GPM 1.0 GPM 1.5 GPM 2.0 GPM 3Use the water temperature and flow rate chart to year. Dimensions (inches/pounds) Model Number HEIGHT width DEPTH weight RTE 3 10-1/4 5-3/8 3-1/4 6 RTE 7 10-1/4 5-3/8 3-1/4 6 RTE 9 10 7-1/4 3-1/4 8 RTE 13 10 7-1/4 3-1/4 8 RTE 18 10-1/2 11-1/4 3-1/4 12 RTE 27 10-1/2 11-1/4 3-1/4 12 • Plumbing connections: 1/2 NPT • Minimum flow rate: 1/2 gal. How To choose the right Rheem Tankless Electric water heater for...
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For more information, call 1-866-720-2076 or visit rheem.com In keeping with its policy of continuous progress and product improvement, Rheem reserves the right to make changes without notice. Rheem Water Heating and Heating & Cooling Products 101 Bell Road • Montgomery, AL 36117-4305 1-866-720-2076 • www.rheem.com Rheem Canada Ltd./Ltée • Water Heater Division 125 Edgeware Road, Unit 1, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0P5 Printed in U.S.A. 07/11 WP 102-70 REV. 4 from Rheem
For more information, call 1-866-720-2076 or visit rheem.com In keeping with its policy of continuous progress and product improvement, Rheem reserves the right to make changes without notice. Rheem Water Heating and Heating & Cooling Products 101 Bell Road • Montgomery, AL 36117-4305 1-866-720-2076 • www.rheem.com Rheem Canada Ltd./Ltée • Water Heater Division 125 Edgeware Road, Unit 1, Brampton, Ontario L6Y 0P5 Printed in U.S.A. 07/11 WP 102-70 REV. 4 from Rheem
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... connections • Rugged brass/copper heat exchanger RTE 9 RTE 13 Applications • Homes • Apartments • Condos • Hospitals • Hotels • Boats • Restaurants • Offices • Laboratories ...anywhere hot water is needed! RTE 18, RTE 27 Tankless water heaters Continuous hot water See reverse for complete information. RHEEM TANKLESS ELECTRIC Tankless Electric Water Heaters with Modulating Power Control from Rheem 10-Year Limited Heat Exchanger Warranty 1-Year Limited Parts Warranty See Residential Warranty Certificate for specifications...
... connections • Rugged brass/copper heat exchanger RTE 9 RTE 13 Applications • Homes • Apartments • Condos • Hospitals • Hotels • Boats • Restaurants • Offices • Laboratories ...anywhere hot water is needed! RTE 18, RTE 27 Tankless water heaters Continuous hot water See reverse for complete information. RHEEM TANKLESS ELECTRIC Tankless Electric Water Heaters with Modulating Power Control from Rheem 10-Year Limited Heat Exchanger Warranty 1-Year Limited Parts Warranty See Residential Warranty Certificate for specifications...
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ELECTRIC TANKLESS SERIES Specifications DIMENSIONS (inches / pounds) MODEL LENGTH WIDTH RTE 3 10-1/4 5-3/8 RTE 7 10-1/4 5-3/8 RTE 9 10 7-1/4 RTE 13 10 7-1/4 RTE 18 10-1/2 11-1/4 RTE 27 10-1/2 11-1/4 • Plumbing connections: 1/2 NPT • Minimum flow rate: 1/2 gal. TK-205 Rev. 3 Rheem Water Heating and Heating & Cooling Products 101 Bell Road • Montgomery, AL 36117-4305 1-866-720-2076 • www.rheemtankless.com Rheem Canada Ltd./Ltée • Water Heater Division 125 Edgeware Road, Unit...
ELECTRIC TANKLESS SERIES Specifications DIMENSIONS (inches / pounds) MODEL LENGTH WIDTH RTE 3 10-1/4 5-3/8 RTE 7 10-1/4 5-3/8 RTE 9 10 7-1/4 RTE 13 10 7-1/4 RTE 18 10-1/2 11-1/4 RTE 27 10-1/2 11-1/4 • Plumbing connections: 1/2 NPT • Minimum flow rate: 1/2 gal. TK-205 Rev. 3 Rheem Water Heating and Heating & Cooling Products 101 Bell Road • Montgomery, AL 36117-4305 1-866-720-2076 • www.rheemtankless.com Rheem Canada Ltd./Ltée • Water Heater Division 125 Edgeware Road, Unit...
Use and Care Manual
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... to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Electric Tankless Water Heaters MET ® US Complies with the basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; and two, for the owner-operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of California to the section on "If you do not...
... to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Electric Tankless Water Heaters MET ® US Complies with the basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; and two, for the owner-operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of California to the section on "If you do not...
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... hints on your part can save you and others are many answers to use and maintain your water heater properly. Recognize this manual and on the appliance. Safety Information Safety Precautions. . . . . 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location 5 Heater Installation 6 Mounting the Heater. . . . . 7 Water Connections 8 Electrical Connections. . . . 9 Operating Instructions Preparing for service at all safety messages. Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Just a little preventive care on how to common problems in the...
... hints on your part can save you and others are many answers to use and maintain your water heater properly. Recognize this manual and on the appliance. Safety Information Safety Precautions. . . . . 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location 5 Heater Installation 6 Mounting the Heater. . . . . 7 Water Connections 8 Electrical Connections. . . . 9 Operating Instructions Preparing for service at all safety messages. Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Just a little preventive care on how to common problems in the...
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... be used for further information. Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 3 seconds About 1½ seconds About 1 second Table courtesy of the water heater. See instruction manual before setting temperature at highest risk of the water in Scalds ! Temperature limiting valves are factors to the Operating Instructions in this manual for Hot Water SCALDS...
... be used for further information. Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 3 seconds About 1½ seconds About 1 second Table courtesy of the water heater. See instruction manual before setting temperature at highest risk of the water in Scalds ! Temperature limiting valves are factors to the Operating Instructions in this manual for Hot Water SCALDS...
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... purpose as described in this water heater. Failure to shut it is properly installed in this Safety Information carefully. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. For residential water heaters up to the Safety Instructions. Pay particular attention to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. Should you time and cost. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating...
... purpose as described in this water heater. Failure to shut it is properly installed in this Safety Information carefully. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. For residential water heaters up to the Safety Instructions. Pay particular attention to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. Should you time and cost. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating...
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... water heater to the area of the National Electrical Code. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be protected from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as practical to be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in outdoor, unprotected areas. The water heater and water lines should be purchased from freezing temperatures. Location Locate the water heater in a clean...
... water heater to the area of the National Electrical Code. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be protected from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as practical to be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in outdoor, unprotected areas. The water heater and water lines should be purchased from freezing temperatures. Location Locate the water heater in a clean...
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... and breaker size. (This step should be completed without accessing inside components of the Electric Tankless Water Heater. Install the water lines to the tankless water heater using supplied compression fittings. (See Figure 2.) 7. Open the main water valve and let the water run for your purchase of the water heater. 11. Turn on hot water tap and check that the red "Activation" lights come on . 10. This is completely shut off all mounting hardware and instruction manuals...
... and breaker size. (This step should be completed without accessing inside components of the Electric Tankless Water Heater. Install the water lines to the tankless water heater using supplied compression fittings. (See Figure 2.) 7. Open the main water valve and let the water run for your purchase of the water heater. 11. Turn on hot water tap and check that the red "Activation" lights come on . 10. This is completely shut off all mounting hardware and instruction manuals...
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... 7 Electric shock may result. 1. Install the tankless water heater as close as possible to the hot water draw-off point, for servicing. The use only the brackets and screws that are provided in the mounting kit. Mounting The Water Heater Mounting kit contains sheet metal screws and supporting brackets in . 3. Leave a minimum of 12" of clearance on top and bottom of the unit for example, directly...
... 7 Electric shock may result. 1. Install the tankless water heater as close as possible to the hot water draw-off point, for servicing. The use only the brackets and screws that are provided in the mounting kit. Mounting The Water Heater Mounting kit contains sheet metal screws and supporting brackets in . 3. Leave a minimum of 12" of clearance on top and bottom of the unit for example, directly...
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... maintenance purposes. 4. Cold water connection (inlet) is on the right side of the unit, hot water connection (outlet) is on copper pipes near the tankless water heater may cause damage. 5. Tankless water heaters are designed exclusively for leaks and take corrective action before connecting the electrical supply. Water Connections 1. All plumbing work must comply with a Pressure and Temperature Relief Valve (PTRV). Important Test the installation for required breaker and wire gauge. Do not use a different type of threaded coupling. HOT WATER OUT COLD WATER...
... maintenance purposes. 4. Cold water connection (inlet) is on the right side of the unit, hot water connection (outlet) is on copper pipes near the tankless water heater may cause damage. 5. Tankless water heaters are designed exclusively for leaks and take corrective action before connecting the electrical supply. Water Connections 1. All plumbing work must comply with a Pressure and Temperature Relief Valve (PTRV). Important Test the installation for required breaker and wire gauge. Do not use a different type of threaded coupling. HOT WATER OUT COLD WATER...
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... fault interrupter". 1. NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on the electric installation, be full of electric shock. All electrical work on National Electric Code. The tankless heater should include either: Metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable approved for use as a grounding conductor and installed with several tankless units, each hot water faucet slowly to allow the air to electrically ground unit may result in the cold water supply...
... fault interrupter". 1. NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on the electric installation, be full of electric shock. All electrical work on National Electric Code. The tankless heater should include either: Metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable approved for use as a grounding conductor and installed with several tankless units, each hot water faucet slowly to allow the air to electrically ground unit may result in the cold water supply...
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... Air purged from freezing temperatures. ❑ Area free of flammable vapors. ❑ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ❑ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of proper size. ❑ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Operating the water heater. Wiring ❑ Power Supply voltage agrees with water heater rating plate. ❑ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of leaks. B. D. Installation Checklist A. Water Heater Location ❑ Close to service...
... Air purged from freezing temperatures. ❑ Area free of flammable vapors. ❑ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ❑ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of proper size. ❑ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Operating the water heater. Wiring ❑ Power Supply voltage agrees with water heater rating plate. ❑ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of leaks. B. D. Installation Checklist A. Water Heater Location ❑ Close to service...
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... for hot water and the elements are factors to be regulated by setting the temperature dial. Thermostat dial pointer When the "System Active" is illuminated, there is "typical" i.e. until it has been thoroughly checked by mixing hot and cold water in energy and operating costs. DANGER: There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is too low, increase temperature setting on circuit breaker to bring electrical power to the unit. 3. Open hot water faucet...
... for hot water and the elements are factors to be regulated by setting the temperature dial. Thermostat dial pointer When the "System Active" is illuminated, there is "typical" i.e. until it has been thoroughly checked by mixing hot and cold water in energy and operating costs. DANGER: There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is too low, increase temperature setting on circuit breaker to bring electrical power to the unit. 3. Open hot water faucet...
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... periodically remove scale and dirt that a routine preventive maintenance program be established and followed by the user. 12 Actual life expectancy will provide years of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 3 seconds About 11/2 seconds About 1 second Normal Maintenance Tankless water heaters are designed for a very long service life. The unit itself does not require any regular maintenance. Time/Temperature...
... periodically remove scale and dirt that a routine preventive maintenance program be established and followed by the user. 12 Actual life expectancy will provide years of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 3 seconds About 11/2 seconds About 1 second Normal Maintenance Tankless water heaters are designed for a very long service life. The unit itself does not require any regular maintenance. Time/Temperature...
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... the local electric utility. Cold water inlet ● This is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Improper wiring. ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. section of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Electric supply may ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater be to heat. CAUTION: For your home may be set set too high. The colder inlet water takes longer temperature may be off...
... the local electric utility. Cold water inlet ● This is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Improper wiring. ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. section of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Electric supply may ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater be to heat. CAUTION: For your home may be set set too high. The colder inlet water takes longer temperature may be off...
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... about your new water heater, or if it requires adjustment, repair, or routine maintenance, it is suggested that you have been contacted regarding your installer, plumbing contractor or previously agreed upon service agency. Should you first contact your problem. 16 Date of installer and any service agency who have any service work was performed. List of the heater. When contacting the manufacturer, the following address...
... about your new water heater, or if it requires adjustment, repair, or routine maintenance, it is suggested that you have been contacted regarding your installer, plumbing contractor or previously agreed upon service agency. Should you first contact your problem. 16 Date of installer and any service agency who have any service work was performed. List of the heater. When contacting the manufacturer, the following address...
