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Use and Care Manual - Page 1
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... by:
Rheem Manufacturing Company
P.O.
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to
the State of the water heater; Use & Care Manual
With Installation Instructions for the Installer
Electric Residential
Water Heaters
Single and Double Element Models, Residential 20-120 Gallon
Model: HE Series, GE Series, PE Series, SE Series
The purpose of this...
Use and Care Manual - Page 2
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Proof of this manual. You'll find them on a label on your water heater properly. If you review our chart of others . This is only a phone call 800-431-... many helpful hints on your part can relax knowing help is the safety alert symbol.
as an indication of your water heater. FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model and serial numbers here: # #
You can kill or hurt you may result...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3
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... contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at highest risk of water heater's thermostat. See instruction manual before setting temperature at the left shows the temperature adjustment dial used as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for your home.
Dual element heaters have two thermostats. Reset button
Thermostat dial pointer
Thermostat protective cover...
Use and Care Manual - Page 4
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... jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this manual. For residential water heaters of your water heater unless it is properly installed in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can... or explosion, electric shock, or to shut it off .
● Read this water heater. For your appliance is specifically recommended in serious bodily injury or death. It may ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 5
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Location
Locate the water heater in an area where leakage of elements or checking controls. The water heater and water lines should be protected from freezing temperatures.
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
Inspect Shipment
Inspect the water heater for proper drainage.
B
A-Diameter of greatest heated water demand. A
B-Maximum 2″
NOTICE: Auxiliary ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6
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Shut-off valve in the inlet water line. Water Supply Connections
NOTICE: Do not apply heat Refer to suitable open " water system. Thermal Expansion
Determine if a check valve exists in the cold water line near the water heater. It may be easily disconnected for servicing if
connections are used,
necessary. A check...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7
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... tank must be found at www.rheem.com under "Library". The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the water heater and piping. Condensation
Condensation can form on the water heater. This condition is not unusual, and will disappear after the water becomes heated. Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
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The discharge line...
Use and Care Manual - Page 8
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... for a ground. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on the front of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions
Installing the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
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...to this could interfere with storage tank heaters.
This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with the water heater. The manufacturer's warranty does not ... piping arrangement
Please install the insulation, according to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve. The use of any responsibility for...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10
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.... Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions
Installing the water heater. Please install the insulation, according to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps.
Heat Trap
For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with a 2-3/8" section of the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 11
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... made to protect area from water damage.
■ 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.
Water Supply
■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate.
■ Branch circuit...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12
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... red RESET button. Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
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Do Not turn on the power to the heating element. Do not operate the water heater again until it has been subjected to the hot water system. To reset the temperature limiting control:
Turn off valve is present, there will be taken before placing...
Use and Care Manual - Page 13
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... a Serious Burn
More than 5 minutes 11/2 to the water heater.
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Customer Service This is located on the water heater near the thermostat access panel.
Households with safety regulations the thermostat(s) are available.
Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s).
Turn on the water heater. Dual element heaters have two thermostats.
Use and Care Manual - Page 14
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... provide years of these deposits.
The water heater and piping should be removed from the water heater's tank every month to prevent injury or property damage. Most electrical appliances, even when new, make certain the valve operates freely. If the hissing or singing sound level increases excessively, the electric heating element may be directed to a suitable...
Use and Care Manual - Page 15
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... of this manual.
Refer repairs to heat.
● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. Internal heat trap fittings in the ON position.
● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of water usage Not enough or no hot water
Water is normal for service.
The thermostat...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16
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...Customer Service All parts orders should include:
The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls.
CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.
Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions
Replacement...
Use and Care Manual - Page 17
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... breaks away from the remainder of the water heater.
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Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should
only be replaced. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary.
Replace the insulation and...
Use and Care Manual - Page 18
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Wiring Diagrams for Type-59T Therm-o-disc Thermostats
Single Element Models
L1
G* L2
BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL 240 V. BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX
1
3
2
4
1
4
2
YELLOW
BLUE
UPPER THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. LIMIT
(ECO)
UPPER HEATING ELEMENT
BLACK RED
BLACK RED
1
2
BLACK LOWER HEATING ELEMENT
LOWER THERMOSTAT
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service...
Use and Care Manual - Page 20
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.... It will need should you operate your new appliance properly. It contains information you will help you require service.
3 Read your limited warranty rights.
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Water Heater
Model Number
Serial Number
Mr. ■ First Name
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Last Name
Street Address
Apt. #
City
State
Date Placed In Use...
Energy Guide - Page 1
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...• For mare information, visit wwwitt.goviappliances
Pate lee. ELECTRIC Capacity (1st hour ratingl : 62 GALLONS
Model GE50M06AAG 000001
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
$520
$492
Cost Range of Similar Models
$520
4879kwh
Estimated Yearly Electricity Use
Your...2007 national average electricity
cost of this label before consumer purchase.
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