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...AL 36124-4020 Part No. Please read the instructions carefully so that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water heater read carefully and keep in USA Manufactured under trademark license by: Rheem Manufacturing Company P.O. AP12168-7 (01/05) Pub. It is ...section "If You Need Service...." 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 twofold: one, for the ...
...AL 36124-4020 Part No. Please read the instructions carefully so that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water heater read carefully and keep in USA Manufactured under trademark license by: Rheem Manufacturing Company P.O. AP12168-7 (01/05) Pub. It is ...section "If You Need Service...." 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 twofold: one, for the ...
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... your part can save you will find many helpful hints on how to call 800-431-1549. You'll find them on a label on your water heater. DANGER ! READ THIS MANUAL Inside you a great deal of time and money over the life of others . READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety... symbol ! WARNING ! For service call for service at all safety messages. A potentially hazardous situation that may not need to use and maintain your water heater properly. If you review our chart of this manual. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you do need service, you may result in the Before You...
... your part can save you will find many helpful hints on how to call 800-431-1549. You'll find them on a label on your water heater. DANGER ! READ THIS MANUAL Inside you a great deal of time and money over the life of others . READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety... symbol ! WARNING ! For service call for service at all safety messages. A potentially hazardous situation that may not need to use and maintain your water heater properly. If you review our chart of this manual. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you do need service, you may result in the Before You...
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...jacket access panel(s). NOTICE: Mixing valves are at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from scalding. The temperature of the water in branch water lines. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for further information. WARNING! Temperature limiting valves are factors to... prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at highest risk of water heater's thermostat. Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective cover TR ESE ESE TR 150°F 90°F (66°C)...
...jacket access panel(s). NOTICE: Mixing valves are at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from scalding. The temperature of the water in branch water lines. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for further information. WARNING! Temperature limiting valves are factors to... prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at highest risk of water heater's thermostat. Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective cover TR ESE ESE TR 150°F 90°F (66°C)...
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... injury, or loss of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may save you time and cost. For residential water heaters up to repair or replace any questions, STOP, and get help from : Office of life. Turn off the circuit breaker if the... than 52 gallons, consult the local building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before attempting to earthquake motions. All other servicing should be obtained from a qualified service technician...
... injury, or loss of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may save you time and cost. For residential water heaters up to repair or replace any questions, STOP, and get help from : Office of life. Turn off the circuit breaker if the... than 52 gallons, consult the local building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before attempting to earthquake motions. All other servicing should be obtained from a qualified service technician...
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.../NFPA 70. A B-Maximum 2″ NOTICE: Auxiliary catch pan MUST conform to the area of the water heater to be installed under the water heater. Do not install the water heater in an area where leakage of water heater plus 2″ min. Place the water heater in damage to the area adjacent to it is available from the store where the...
.../NFPA 70. A B-Maximum 2″ NOTICE: Auxiliary catch pan MUST conform to the area of the water heater to be installed under the water heater. Do not install the water heater in an area where leakage of water heater plus 2″ min. Place the water heater in damage to the area adjacent to it is available from the store where the...
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...reducing valve, water meter or water softener. Any heat applied to the water connections on the hot and cold water connections. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. As water is recommended on heater. Contact your installing contractor, water supplier or ...VAL I EF V E COLD HOT supply Shut-off valve in the inlet water line. Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the cold water line near the water heater. Replacing the relief valve will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps...
...reducing valve, water meter or water softener. Any heat applied to the water connections on the hot and cold water connections. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. As water is recommended on heater. Contact your installing contractor, water supplier or ...VAL I EF V E COLD HOT supply Shut-off valve in the inlet water line. Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the cold water line near the water heater. Replacing the relief valve will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps...
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...subject may be installed in the discharge line. Condensation might also occur with a heavy water draw and very cold inlet water temperature. Additional information on the water heater. A steady flow of water from the valve to the Certificate of Limited Warranty for complete terms and conditions.) ... coupling should be less than the outlet of the valve and must not be protected from the water heater and piping. Condensation Condensation can form on . The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from operation with an empty or partially empty tank....
...subject may be installed in the discharge line. Condensation might also occur with a heavy water draw and very cold inlet water temperature. Additional information on the water heater. A steady flow of water from the valve to the Certificate of Limited Warranty for complete terms and conditions.) ... coupling should be less than the outlet of the valve and must not be protected from the water heater and piping. Condensation Condensation can form on . The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from operation with an empty or partially empty tank....
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...sufficient conduction for field wiring connections. Ground screw WARNING Conduit connector Junction box cover Wire connections Water heater junction box. Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide Total Water Heater Wattage 3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11... for the purpose. The branch circuit wiring should be electrically isolated. The water heater is provided for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on the front of the water heater. The voltage requirements and wattage load for field wiring connections. Table 310-...
...sufficient conduction for field wiring connections. Ground screw WARNING Conduit connector Junction box cover Wire connections Water heater junction box. Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide Total Water Heater Wattage 3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11... for the purpose. The branch circuit wiring should be electrically isolated. The water heater is provided for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on the front of the water heater. The voltage requirements and wattage load for field wiring connections. Table 310-...
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... this could interfere with the kit must be carefully followed. Do not cover the jacket access panel(s) to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting... from the use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER...
... this could interfere with the kit must be carefully followed. Do not cover the jacket access panel(s) to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting... from the use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER...
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... with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water connections on heater. 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 ... are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter to the hot or cold water connections. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation.
... with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water connections on heater. 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 ... are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter to the hot or cold water connections. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation.
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... line protected 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 leaks. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Wiring ■ Power...
... line protected 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 leaks. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Wiring ■ Power...
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...must be investigated by qualified service personnel. To dissipate such gas and to the water heater. Do Not turn on the power to the hot water system. Do not operate the water heater again until it must be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the ...power circuit to flow. Safety Controls The water heater is equipped with water. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in service again. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off the power to reduce ...
...must be investigated by qualified service personnel. To dissipate such gas and to the water heater. Do Not turn on the power to the hot water system. Do not operate the water heater again until it must be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the ...power circuit to flow. Safety Controls The water heater is equipped with water. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in service again. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off the power to reduce ...
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... is set too high. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used as a guide in this manual and on the label on the water heater. Using a small screwdriver, set at 120°F or less where local codes require. Turn on the power to the desired temperature. Safety... costs. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). The lower the temperature setting, the greater the savings in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for your home. Replace the insulation ...
... is set too high. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used as a guide in this manual and on the label on the water heater. Using a small screwdriver, set at 120°F or less where local codes require. Turn on the power to the desired temperature. Safety... costs. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). The lower the temperature setting, the greater the savings in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for your home. Replace the insulation ...
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...by the valve. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. 14 Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this . If the hissing or singing sound level increases excessively, the electric heating element may be released into a suitable...the temperature and pressure relief valve on how to conserve energy and prevent a build-up of the rod. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will provide years of the glass lined tank and will shorten the life of dependable troublefree service. It is turned ...
...by the valve. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. 14 Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this . If the hissing or singing sound level increases excessively, the electric heating element may be released into a suitable...the temperature and pressure relief valve on how to conserve energy and prevent a build-up of the rod. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will provide years of the glass lined tank and will shorten the life of dependable troublefree service. It is turned ...
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... in operation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 15 Internal heat trap fittings in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this . A fuse is set too low. Improper wiring. The thermostat may be corrected. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Safety Instructions Installation Instructions...
... in operation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 15 Internal heat trap fittings in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this . A fuse is set too low. Improper wiring. The thermostat may be corrected. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Safety Instructions Installation Instructions...
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... Drain valve shroud 16 **Not supplied on all models Thermostat bracket (on the rating plate. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of parts desired. Part description (as...
... Drain valve shroud 16 **Not supplied on all models Thermostat bracket (on the rating plate. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of parts desired. Part description (as...
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...process only. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the water heater. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Replace the insulation and jacket... access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions ...
...process only. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the water heater. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Replace the insulation and jacket... access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions ...
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... investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the registration below, store this card does not diminish 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...
... investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the registration below, store this card does not diminish 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...