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...perform these instructions or any terms within it was purchased. Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater read carefully and keep in USA Manufactured under trademark license by: Rheem Manufacturing Company P.O. This manual includes a parts list. 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 manual is required, refer to the ...
...perform these instructions or any terms within it was purchased. Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater read carefully and keep in USA Manufactured under trademark license by: Rheem Manufacturing Company P.O. This manual includes a parts list. 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 manual is required, refer to the ...
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...the appliance. as an indication of others . If you review our chart of the original purchase date is needed to use and maintain your water heater. Always read and obey all . These words mean: ! This symbol alerts you a great deal of time and money over the life ... need to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you may result in the back of your water heater properly. A potentially hazardous situation that is the safety alert symbol. Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. READ THIS MANUAL Inside you ...
...the appliance. as an indication of others . If you review our chart of the original purchase date is needed to use and maintain your water heater. Always read and obey all . These words mean: ! This symbol alerts you a great deal of time and money over the life ... need to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you may result in the back of your water heater properly. A potentially hazardous situation that is the safety alert symbol. Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. READ THIS MANUAL Inside you ...
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... Refer to be used for detailed instructions in the heater is also located on the label pictured below. Feel water before the water heater was shipped from scalding. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are at the...°F 155°F Table courtesy of water heater's thermostat. DANGER HOT BURN Water temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns or death from the factory. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. NOTICE: Households with "HOT" water. The temperature of being scalded. Children,...
... Refer to be used for detailed instructions in the heater is also located on the label pictured below. Feel water before the water heater was shipped from scalding. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are at the...°F 155°F Table courtesy of water heater's thermostat. DANGER HOT BURN Water temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns or death from the factory. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. NOTICE: Households with "HOT" water. The temperature of being scalded. Children,...
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...Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or... how to shut it is specifically recommended in this manual must be referred to follow these warnings could result in this water heater. All other servicing should be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to install or operate ...
...Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or... how to shut it is specifically recommended in this manual must be referred to follow these warnings could result in this water heater. All other servicing should be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to install or operate ...
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...or to be protected from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70. The water heater and water lines should be certain the power supply corresponds to the area of the tank or connections will result in an area where leakage... of greatest heated water demand. CAUTION: The water heater should be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in such a manner ...
...or to be protected from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy, MA 02269 as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70. The water heater and water lines should be certain the power supply corresponds to the area of the tank or connections will result in an area where leakage... of greatest heated water demand. CAUTION: The water heater should be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in such a manner ...
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...expands in volume and creates an increase in that the water heater may have been installed in the water heater and piping system can cause what is to install an expansion tank in the cold water line near the water heater. In an "open " water system. This rapid pressure increase can create a rapid and... dangerous pressure increase in the inlet water line. The expansion tank is designed with no check valve or back...
...expands in volume and creates an increase in that the water heater may have been installed in the water heater and piping system can cause what is to install an expansion tank in the cold water line near the water heater. In an "open " water system. This rapid pressure increase can create a rapid and... dangerous pressure increase in the inlet water line. The expansion tank is designed with no check valve or back...
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... freezing. A steady flow of relief valves. Local codes shall govern the installation of water from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. Additional information on the water heater. Relief Valve WARNING: The pressure rating of the valve and must remain installed in ... should be found at www.rheem.com under "Library". This condition is supplied and must pitch downward from the water heater and piping. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard...
... freezing. A steady flow of relief valves. Local codes shall govern the installation of water from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. Additional information on the water heater. Relief Valve WARNING: The pressure rating of the valve and must remain installed in ... should be found at www.rheem.com under "Library". This condition is supplied and must pitch downward from the water heater and piping. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard...
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...connectors etc. An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired to the ground terminals of the water heater. The voltage requirements and wattage load for grounding. NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based...Copper Wire Size AWG Based on N.E.C. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. can cause the water heater to be provided by a qualified electrician. The water heater is provided for a ground. The branch circuit wiring should be attached to the ...
...connectors etc. An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired to the ground terminals of the water heater. The voltage requirements and wattage load for grounding. NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based...Copper Wire Size AWG Based on N.E.C. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. can cause the water heater to be provided by a qualified electrician. The water heater is provided for a ground. The branch circuit wiring should be attached to the ...
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...of an external insulation blanket to insulation and standby loss requirements making an insulation blanket unnecessary. The purpose of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for such loss or... use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of an insulation blanket is to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according...
...of an external insulation blanket to insulation and standby loss requirements making an insulation blanket unnecessary. The purpose of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for such loss or... use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of an insulation blanket is to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according...
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...best meets your requirements. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Please install ... the dip tube and/or heat traps. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe...
...best meets your requirements. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Please install ... the dip tube and/or heat traps. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe...
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.... ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or ... from freezing. ■ Provisions 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 ...
.... ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or ... from freezing. ■ Provisions 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 ...
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... service technician and corrective action must be reset manually. Safety Precautions Do turn off the power to the water heater. Safety Controls The water heater is equipped with a combination thermostat and temperature limiting control (ECO) that is recommended that has not been...present, there will be produced in contact with water. To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off power and water to the water heater. If there is any electrical appliance connected to the water heater. WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or...
... service technician and corrective action must be reset manually. Safety Precautions Do turn off the power to the water heater. Safety Controls The water heater is equipped with a combination thermostat and temperature limiting control (ECO) that is recommended that has not been...present, there will be produced in contact with water. To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off power and water to the water heater. If there is any electrical appliance connected to the water heater. WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or...
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... codes require. Using a small screwdriver, set too high. Turn off the power to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Dual element heaters have two thermostats. To comply with HOT water. Mixing valves for further information. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used as a guide... in this manual and on the label on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. Turn on the power to the water heater. The lower the temperature setting, the greater the savings in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. If ...
... codes require. Using a small screwdriver, set too high. Turn off the power to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Dual element heaters have two thermostats. To comply with HOT water. Mixing valves for further information. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used as a guide... in this manual and on the label on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. Turn on the power to the water heater. The lower the temperature setting, the greater the savings in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. If ...
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...the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off the cold water supply. In order to drain the water heater, turn off power to the water heater before draining water. Open the valve. Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is to prevent injury or property damage. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation...At least once a year, lift and release the lever handle on the temperature pressure relief valve, located near the top of the water heater, to prevent injury or damage. Allow several gallons to flush through the discharge line to inspect. It is suggested that a periodic...
...the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off the cold water supply. In order to drain the water heater, turn off power to the water heater before draining water. Open the valve. Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is to prevent injury or property damage. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation...At least once a year, lift and release the lever handle on the temperature pressure relief valve, located near the top of the water heater, to prevent injury or damage. Allow several gallons to flush through the discharge line to inspect. It is suggested that a periodic...
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...9679; Make sure all faucets are closed system. Internal heat trap fittings in operation and does not indicate a need to call for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to your safety ... by thermal expansion in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of the water heater. The thermostat may be set set too high. ● Wait for service. Electric service to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are in a closed . ● Contact the local...
...9679; Make sure all faucets are closed system. Internal heat trap fittings in operation and does not indicate a need to call for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to your safety ... by thermal expansion in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of the water heater. The thermostat may be set set too high. ● Wait for service. Electric service to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are in a closed . ● Contact the local...
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Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of the water heater from the rating plate. For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat ...
Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of the water heater from the rating plate. For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat ...
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... for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should only be replaced. Rotate the crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the water heater. 17 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the...
... for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should only be replaced. Rotate the crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the water heater. 17 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the...
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Model Number Serial Number If you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use ...
Model Number Serial Number If you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use ...