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... , seek professional advice. 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. 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 contractor, to...
... , seek professional advice. 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. 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 contractor, to...
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Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location 5 Water Connections 6 Electrical Connections . . . . . 8 Operating Instructions Safety Controls 12 Water Temperature 13 Care and Cleaning Draining 14 Extended Shut-Down 14 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 15 Customer Service Parts List 16 Wiring Diagram 18 Product Registration 19 2 IMPORTANT! Proof of others . READ THIS MANUAL Inside you can ...
Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location 5 Water Connections 6 Electrical Connections . . . . . 8 Operating Instructions Safety Controls 12 Water Temperature 13 Care and Cleaning Draining 14 Extended Shut-Down 14 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 15 Customer Service Parts List 16 Wiring Diagram 18 Product Registration 19 2 IMPORTANT! Proof of others . READ THIS MANUAL Inside you can ...
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... water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to adjust the thermostat(s). The temperature of use water temperature by the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service...
... water heater near the thermostat access panel. ! Water temperatures above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to adjust the thermostat(s). The temperature of use water temperature by the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service...
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... this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your appliance is specifically recommended in this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in this manual entirely before attempting to earthquake motions. Pay particular attention to shut off if necessary. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be obtained from a qualified service technician, or the local electric...
... this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your appliance is specifically recommended in this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in this manual entirely before attempting to earthquake motions. Pay particular attention to shut off if necessary. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be obtained from a qualified service technician, or the local electric...
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... greatest heated water demand. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for proper drainage. The water heater and water lines should be certain the power supply corresponds to local codes. It is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can waste energy and water. Location Locate the water heater in a clean dry area as near as practical to permit inspection and servicing such as removal of the tank or connections...
... greatest heated water demand. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for proper drainage. The water heater and water lines should be certain the power supply corresponds to local codes. It is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can waste energy and water. Location Locate the water heater in a clean dry area as near as practical to permit inspection and servicing such as removal of the tank or connections...
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... connectors is referred to install an expansion tank in the cold water inlet line can quickly reach the safety setting of controlling thermal expansion is designed with no check valve or back flow prevention device is heated, it to operate during each heating cycle. Install a shut-off valve Thermal expansion tank (if required) Heat trap 6″ minimum Anode Electrical junction box (use only copper conductors) Hot water outlet to fixtures Jacket access panel Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line to...
... connectors is referred to install an expansion tank in the cold water inlet line can quickly reach the safety setting of controlling thermal expansion is designed with no check valve or back flow prevention device is heated, it to operate during each heating cycle. Install a shut-off valve Thermal expansion tank (if required) Heat trap 6″ minimum Anode Electrical junction box (use only copper conductors) Hot water outlet to fixtures Jacket access panel Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line to...
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... water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. Scroll down to vent from freezing. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 7 The BTUH rating of the relief valve must be less than the outlet of the valve and must be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices...
... water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. Scroll down to vent from freezing. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 7 The BTUH rating of the relief valve must be less than the outlet of the valve and must be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices...
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... 14 14 14 14 14 12 10 10 10 10 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for use as a grounding conductor and installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to be provided by...
... 14 14 14 14 14 12 10 10 10 10 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for use as a grounding conductor and installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to be provided by...
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... the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of any responsibility for external use on the exterior of insulation blanket. Do not cover the jacket access panel(s) 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. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation HOT...
... the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve. The manufacturer's warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of any responsibility for external use on the exterior of insulation blanket. Do not cover the jacket access panel(s) 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. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation HOT...
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... cold water connections. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Please install the insulation, according to the water connections on heater. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Typical side connection arrangement Slip the insulation cover over the T&P Valve through the center hole and align the hole in the side with factory installed heat traps in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions...
... cold water connections. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Please install the insulation, according to the water connections on heater. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Typical side connection arrangement Slip the insulation cover over the T&P Valve through the center hole and align the hole in the side with factory installed heat traps in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions...
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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 circuit breaker of leaks. Wiring ■ Power supply voltage agrees with water. ■ Air purged from freezing temperatures. ■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge line protected from ...
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 circuit breaker of leaks. Wiring ■ Power supply voltage agrees with water. ■ Air purged from freezing temperatures. ■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge line protected from ...
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... high temperature condition must be opened for a long period of injury, it is recommended that has not been used for several minutes at the time it must be removed. Press the red RESET button. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 Do not operate the water heater again until it is open. The thermostat protective cover should not be reset manually. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater...
... high temperature condition must be opened for a long period of injury, it is recommended that has not been used for several minutes at the time it must be removed. Press the red RESET button. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 12 Do not operate the water heater again until it is open. The thermostat protective cover should not be reset manually. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater...
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...;C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING Type 59T thermostat and protective cover. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used as a guide in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Water temperatures above 125°F can be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 11/2 to the water heater. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s). Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions...
...;C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING Type 59T thermostat and protective cover. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used as a guide in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Water temperatures above 125°F can be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 11/2 to the water heater. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s). Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions...
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.... Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Open the valve. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be removed from the tank may be checked by the valve. Most electrical appliances, even when new, make certain the valve operates freely. NOTICE: If the temperature and pressure relief valve on the relief valve to admit air to inspect. Allow several gallons to flush through the discharge line to drain the water heater, turn off power to the hot water released...
.... Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Open the valve. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls should be removed from the tank may be checked by the valve. Most electrical appliances, even when new, make certain the valve operates freely. NOTICE: If the temperature and pressure relief valve on the relief valve to admit air to inspect. Allow several gallons to flush through the discharge line to drain the water heater, turn off power to the hot water released...
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... repair of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. A fuse is set too low. Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Rattling noise during the winter months. The thermostat may be set set too high. ● Wait for heat trap fittings when in operation. Cold water inlet temperature may be colder during periods of water usage Not enough or no hot water Water is normal for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker...
... repair of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. A fuse is set too low. Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Rattling noise during the winter months. The thermostat may be set set too high. ● Wait for heat trap fittings when in operation. Cold water inlet temperature may be colder during periods of water usage Not enough or no hot water Water is normal for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker...
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... wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of parts desired. Relief valve **Heat Trap **Nipple **Heat Trap **Nipple Dip tube Dip tube gasket Anode rod Junction box cover Plate cover Upper thermostat (on double element models only) Upper thermostat protective cover (on double element models only) Cavity insulation Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Heating element gasket (on double element models only) Heating element (on double element models only) Heating element gasket Heating element Drain valve...
... wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of parts desired. Relief valve **Heat Trap **Nipple **Heat Trap **Nipple Dip tube Dip tube gasket Anode rod Junction box cover Plate cover Upper thermostat (on double element models only) Upper thermostat protective cover (on double element models only) Cavity insulation Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Heating element gasket (on double element models only) Heating element (on double element models only) Heating element gasket Heating element Drain valve...
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... of the water heater. 17 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the left) Discard the crossbar. In order to replace the thermostat or heating element, remove the cavity insert crossbar by following instructions are intended...
... of the water heater. 17 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the left) Discard the crossbar. In order to replace the thermostat or heating element, remove the cavity insert crossbar by following instructions are intended...
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... Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Wiring diagrams. Wiring Diagrams for Type-59T Therm-o-disc Thermostats Single Element Models L1 G* L2 BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL 240 V. LIMIT (ECO) UPPER HEATING ELEMENT BLACK RED BLACK RED 1 2 BLACK LOWER HEATING ELEMENT LOWER THERMOSTAT Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 18 BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 2 4 1 4 2 YELLOW BLUE UPPER THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 2 4 LIMIT (ECO) 1 2 HEATING ELEMENT Double Element...
... Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Wiring diagrams. Wiring Diagrams for Type-59T Therm-o-disc Thermostats Single Element Models L1 G* L2 BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL 240 V. LIMIT (ECO) UPPER HEATING ELEMENT BLACK RED BLACK RED 1 2 BLACK LOWER HEATING ELEMENT LOWER THERMOSTAT Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 18 BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 2 4 1 4 2 YELLOW BLUE UPPER THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 2 4 LIMIT (ECO) 1 2 HEATING ELEMENT Double Element...
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... does not diminish your limited warranty rights. 20 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Follow these three steps to complete and return this document in a safe place. It will need should you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. It contains information you will help you require service. 3 Read your new appliance properly. Model Number Serial Number If you require service, call 800-431-1549...
... does not diminish your limited warranty rights. 20 Consumer Product Ownership Registration Follow these three steps to complete and return this document in a safe place. It will need should you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. It contains information you will help you require service. 3 Read your new appliance properly. Model Number Serial Number If you require service, call 800-431-1549...
Energy Guide
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... on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on models of similar capacity fueled by electricity. • Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh. • For more information, visit www.ttc.govlappliances Part No. AX 4258 U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal at this label before consumer purchase EINERG GUIDE Water Heater -
... on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on models of similar capacity fueled by electricity. • Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of 10.65 cents per kWh. • For more information, visit www.ttc.govlappliances Part No. AX 4258 U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal at this label before consumer purchase EINERG GUIDE Water Heater -
