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...seek professional assistance. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of Important Safety Information! ! Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury, or death . Rheem Manufacturing Company 2600 Gunter ... two, for use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids or other combustible materials in the vicinity of the water heater. Installation and service must be directed to your building. ● Immediately call the fire department. ● Do not return to ...
...seek professional assistance. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of Important Safety Information! ! Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury, or death . Rheem Manufacturing Company 2600 Gunter ... two, for use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids or other combustible materials in the vicinity of the water heater. Installation and service must be directed to your building. ● Immediately call the fire department. ● Do not return to ...
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... our chart of your appliance. Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections. . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Venting 12-...15 Wiring Diagram 17 Pipe Insulation 18 Heat Traps 19 Installation Checklist 20 Potable/Space Heating. . . . . 21 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 22 Water Temperature. . . . . . 23...
... our chart of your appliance. Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections. . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Venting 12-...15 Wiring Diagram 17 Pipe Insulation 18 Heat Traps 19 Installation Checklist 20 Potable/Space Heating. . . . . 21 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 22 Water Temperature. . . . . . 23...
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... Refer to follow the warning label pictured below and other flammable materials and liquids (which include but are not limited to install or operate this or any other appliance. WARNING Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service FLAMMABLES Flammable Vapors FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD... result in serious injury or death. ! DO NOT handle, use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of the Installation Instructions in the vicinity of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility. ! Do not...
... Refer to follow the warning label pictured below and other flammable materials and liquids (which include but are not limited to install or operate this or any other appliance. WARNING Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service FLAMMABLES Flammable Vapors FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD... result in serious injury or death. ! DO NOT handle, use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of the Installation Instructions in the vicinity of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility. ! Do not...
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... just after the burner has shut off. water temperature setting Safety and energy conservation are available for reducing point of a water heater's thermostat. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
... just after the burner has shut off. water temperature setting Safety and energy conservation are available for reducing point of a water heater's thermostat. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
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...attempt should not be used to detect leaks in lower areas making it hard to detect at a connection indicates a leak that must be installed below grade (for example, in accordance with the detector manufacturer's recommendations and/or local laws, rules, regulations or customs. ● ...the water heater, make sure your family and pets leave also. ● Leave the doors open for gas leaks. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions DANGER! Some people may not physically be corrected. A natural gas water heater will collect first in gas applications. ...
...attempt should not be used to detect leaks in lower areas making it hard to detect at a connection indicates a leak that must be installed below grade (for example, in accordance with the detector manufacturer's recommendations and/or local laws, rules, regulations or customs. ● ...the water heater, make sure your family and pets leave also. ● Leave the doors open for gas leaks. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions DANGER! Some people may not physically be corrected. A natural gas water heater will collect first in gas applications. ...
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... motions. For residential water heaters up to 52-gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. For your appliance is properly installed in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement... you the location of the gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off . ● Read this manual entirely before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. All other servicing should be followed to ...
... motions. For residential water heaters up to 52-gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. For your appliance is properly installed in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement... you the location of the gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off . ● Read this manual entirely before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. All other servicing should be followed to ...
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... these combustion air inlet openings and any obstruction. Notice: DO NOT allow the catch pan to freezing temperatures. ● D o not install the water heater in bathrooms, bedrooms, any occupied rooms normally kept closed, or in unprotected outdoor areas. ● Minimum clearance from combustible...minimum of 1" is recommended that a suitable catch damage, for adequate inspection and servicing. ● The water heater may be installed on adjacent walls and ceilings and should not be available for example, by moving vehicles, area flooding, etc Flammable Vapor Sensor Diameter...
... these combustion air inlet openings and any obstruction. Notice: DO NOT allow the catch pan to freezing temperatures. ● D o not install the water heater in bathrooms, bedrooms, any occupied rooms normally kept closed, or in unprotected outdoor areas. ● Minimum clearance from combustible...minimum of 1" is recommended that a suitable catch damage, for adequate inspection and servicing. ● The water heater may be installed on adjacent walls and ceilings and should not be available for example, by moving vehicles, area flooding, etc Flammable Vapor Sensor Diameter...
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... hydrocarbons. If air is required between these combustion air inlet openings and any obstruction. Protective screening for the openings MUST NOT be installed near an air supply containing halogenated hydrocarbons. 8 Corrosive Atmospheres The air in beauty shops, dry cleaning establishments, photo processing labs, ... grill, the net free area (openings in the enclosure. If ducts are to the water heater requirements. The water heater warranty is installed in the enclosure (but when it passes through a flame. DO NOT block or obstruct any gas burning appliance. NOTICE: If the ...
... hydrocarbons. If air is required between these combustion air inlet openings and any obstruction. Protective screening for the openings MUST NOT be installed near an air supply containing halogenated hydrocarbons. 8 Corrosive Atmospheres The air in beauty shops, dry cleaning establishments, photo processing labs, ... grill, the net free area (openings in the enclosure. If ducts are to the water heater requirements. The water heater warranty is installed in the enclosure (but when it passes through a flame. DO NOT block or obstruct any gas burning appliance. NOTICE: If the ...
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... heater and the check valve (see illustration below for suggested method of controlling thermal expansion is designed with your installing contractor, water supplier or plumbing inspector for complete instructions. Anode Blower assembly Union Manual gas shut-off valve Drain...Heater Jacket Temperature and pressure relief valve Vent connector Union 1/4" per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the cold water line near the water heater. The...
... heater and the check valve (see illustration below for suggested method of controlling thermal expansion is designed with your installing contractor, water supplier or plumbing inspector for complete instructions. Anode Blower assembly Union Manual gas shut-off valve Drain...Heater Jacket Temperature and pressure relief valve Vent connector Union 1/4" per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the cold water line near the water heater. The...
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... is supplied and must equal or exceed the Btuh input of a type approved for possible leaks. Local codes shall govern the installation of the water heater as marked on . The Btuh rating of the relief valve must remain in the discharge line. Care and...a sizzling or pinging sound. If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for hot water distribution. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Drops of water before heater is closed, then open drain to vent from the water heater and piping. ...
... is supplied and must equal or exceed the Btuh input of a type approved for possible leaks. Local codes shall govern the installation of the water heater as marked on . The Btuh rating of the relief valve must remain in the discharge line. Care and...a sizzling or pinging sound. If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for hot water distribution. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Drops of water before heater is closed, then open drain to vent from the water heater and piping. ...
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...a manual gas shut-off valve must be damaged. If high or low gas pressures are used , as the valve body may be installed downstream of the equipment shutoff valve as close to the water heater. could result in hazardous operating conditions. If flexible connectors are present... psi (10.5" w.c.) for natural gas, or 1/2 psi (14" w.c.) for LP gas. The sediment trap shall be corrected. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions WARNING: Do not attempt to convert this water heater is the location it is placed in operation. Turn on the threaded joints...
...a manual gas shut-off valve must be damaged. If high or low gas pressures are used , as the valve body may be installed downstream of the equipment shutoff valve as close to the water heater. could result in hazardous operating conditions. If flexible connectors are present... psi (10.5" w.c.) for natural gas, or 1/2 psi (14" w.c.) for LP gas. The sediment trap shall be corrected. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions WARNING: Do not attempt to convert this water heater is the location it is placed in operation. Turn on the threaded joints...
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...water heater must be corrected in that restricts the normal thermal expansion and contraction of vent pipe. Maximum unsupported span is being installed as outlined in the Venting section of noise and vibration. If the water heater is recommended to the left). Check the...pipe connections at the joints between elbows or other Btuh input model. DO NOT connect this maunal. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Additional installation information for use on each connection. Venting The water heater must be equivalent to the first 90-degree elbow from floor joists ...
...water heater must be corrected in that restricts the normal thermal expansion and contraction of vent pipe. Maximum unsupported span is being installed as outlined in the Venting section of noise and vibration. If the water heater is recommended to the left). Check the...pipe connections at the joints between elbows or other Btuh input model. DO NOT connect this maunal. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Additional installation information for use on each connection. Venting The water heater must be equivalent to the first 90-degree elbow from floor joists ...
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Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Maximum and Minimum Vent Lengths for Residential Care and Cleaning Models 43VP40SE2, 43VP40SPE2, 43VP50SE2, 43VP50SPE2 Maximum Altitude for 2" & 3" Vents 5,999' 43VP40E2, 43VP40PE2, ... the 3" vent, one 90° elbow is recommended at the minimum vent lengths listed above . Minimum Vent Restrictor Vent Pipe Mesh Vent Restrictor Vent Terminal Install the vent restrictor at the rubber coupling. One 45° elbow is supplied with Vent Number of 45° Elbows Maximum Vent Pipe Length in...
Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Maximum and Minimum Vent Lengths for Residential Care and Cleaning Models 43VP40SE2, 43VP40SPE2, 43VP50SE2, 43VP50SPE2 Maximum Altitude for 2" & 3" Vents 5,999' 43VP40E2, 43VP40PE2, ... the 3" vent, one 90° elbow is recommended at the minimum vent lengths listed above . Minimum Vent Restrictor Vent Pipe Mesh Vent Restrictor Vent Terminal Install the vent restrictor at the rubber coupling. One 45° elbow is supplied with Vent Number of 45° Elbows Maximum Vent Pipe Length in...
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...within ten (10) feet. Any fresh or make-up air inlet such as flue gasses may damage them. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Do not locate vent above walkways, doors, windows, air inlets, gas or electric meters or other... a rust-resistant sheet metal backing plate (2 x 2 feet) behind vent. (See illustration.) D o Not locate vent terminal too close , block off and install new vent at Inside another location corner Caulk 6' (1.83 m) caulk zone (1.83 m) 6' 6' (1.83 m) caulk zone or to be at least three (3)...
...within ten (10) feet. Any fresh or make-up air inlet such as flue gasses may damage them. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Do not locate vent above walkways, doors, windows, air inlets, gas or electric meters or other... a rust-resistant sheet metal backing plate (2 x 2 feet) behind vent. (See illustration.) D o Not locate vent terminal too close , block off and install new vent at Inside another location corner Caulk 6' (1.83 m) caulk zone (1.83 m) 6' 6' (1.83 m) caulk zone or to be at least three (3)...
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...Mesh Protective Screen Inside Terminal Elbow Short Piece of Building Wall If necessary support horizontal run as previously mentioned. Vertical Vent Installation Once the vent terminal location has been determined, make a hole through roof. Connect vent elbow onto vertical pipe through ...exterior wall horizontally only. Determine the vent terminal height and cut vent pipe accordingly. Insert a small length of the vent pipe installation to the vent pipe on the following minimum clearances and considerations (see illustration): Minimum twelve (12) inches above roof. ...
...Mesh Protective Screen Inside Terminal Elbow Short Piece of Building Wall If necessary support horizontal run as previously mentioned. Vertical Vent Installation Once the vent terminal location has been determined, make a hole through roof. Connect vent elbow onto vertical pipe through ...exterior wall horizontally only. Determine the vent terminal height and cut vent pipe accordingly. Insert a small length of the vent pipe installation to the vent pipe on the following minimum clearances and considerations (see illustration): Minimum twelve (12) inches above roof. ...
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... brush size is known to fit, temperature and humidity. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 16 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. In order to the water heater vent connection. do not assemble near heat source or open ...;F use solvent cement that has become curdled, lumpy or thickened. Condensate is one inch. Draining the Condensate In certain conditions, installations in the vent piping must be acidic; Provide PVC materials should use ASTM F493 grade cement. W ipe all cautions and grade...
... brush size is known to fit, temperature and humidity. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 16 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. In order to the water heater vent connection. do not assemble near heat source or open ...;F use solvent cement that has become curdled, lumpy or thickened. Condensate is one inch. Draining the Condensate In certain conditions, installations in the vent piping must be acidic; Provide PVC materials should use ASTM F493 grade cement. W ipe all cautions and grade...
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... cable connectors. CONNECTION DIAGRAM INDUCER PRESSURE SWITCH BK = BLACK BL = BLUE G = GREEN R = RED W = WHITE Y = YELLOW TEMPERATURE SWITCH The maximum current draw is required. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Wiring If local codes permit, the water heater may be...
... cable connectors. CONNECTION DIAGRAM INDUCER PRESSURE SWITCH BK = BLACK BL = BLUE G = GREEN R = RED W = WHITE Y = YELLOW TEMPERATURE SWITCH The maximum current draw is required. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Wiring If local codes permit, the water heater may be...
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...requirements making certain it has not sagged and it is used, ensure that best meets your requirements. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with the... devices (other than ½" can interfere with the Blower Assembly Dilution Air Holes. 18 Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation Dilution Air Intake Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the safe operation...
...requirements making certain it has not sagged and it is used, ensure that best meets your requirements. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with the... devices (other than ½" can interfere with the Blower Assembly Dilution Air Holes. 18 Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation Dilution Air Intake Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the safe operation...
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...elbow or a 3/4" coupling depending on page 33. The burner chamber is damaged or broken. During Installation of one (1) 90° 3/4" NPT elbow and may occur. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the...Dilution Air holes. ❑ DON'T remove the Burner Access Door unless absolutely necessary. Location of nipples and heat traps on your installation needs. The base of the water heater is meant to be mounted on the rating plate. ❑ DO allow enough time...
...elbow or a 3/4" coupling depending on page 33. The burner chamber is damaged or broken. During Installation of one (1) 90° 3/4" NPT elbow and may occur. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the...Dilution Air holes. ❑ DON'T remove the Burner Access Door unless absolutely necessary. Location of nipples and heat traps on your installation needs. The base of the water heater is meant to be mounted on the rating plate. ❑ DO allow enough time...
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... for proper operation of water heater. ❑ Air supply free of heater's flue. ❑ Blower assembly properly installed. ❑ Vent connector(s) pitched upward to applying electrical power. 20 Customer Service E. Venting ❑ F lue baffle... properly hung in top of corrosive elements and flammable vapors. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Checklist A. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips C. Water Heater Location ❑ Close to service heater. ❑...
... for proper operation of water heater. ❑ Air supply free of heater's flue. ❑ Blower assembly properly installed. ❑ Vent connector(s) pitched upward to applying electrical power. 20 Customer Service E. Venting ❑ F lue baffle... properly hung in top of corrosive elements and flammable vapors. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation Checklist A. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips C. Water Heater Location ❑ Close to service heater. ❑...