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... 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 provide the installer with basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of this water heater should be directed to the seller...
... 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 provide the installer with basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of this water heater should be directed to the seller...
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... Call For Service 15 Customer Service Parts List 16 Wiring Diagram 18 Product Registration 19 2 IMPORTANT! Proof of your water heater properly. Just a little preventive care on how to use and maintain your water heater. Recognize this manual. This symbol alerts you to obtain service under the warranty. For service call away. There are...
... Call For Service 15 Customer Service Parts List 16 Wiring Diagram 18 Product Registration 19 2 IMPORTANT! Proof of your water heater properly. Just a little preventive care on how to use and maintain your water heater. Recognize this manual. This symbol alerts you to obtain service under the warranty. For service call away. There are...
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... Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Feel water before setting temperature at highest risk of water heater's thermostat. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are available, see manual. NOTICE: Mixing valves are at water heater. NOTICE: Households with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at the...
... Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Feel water before setting temperature at highest risk of water heater's thermostat. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are available, see manual. NOTICE: Mixing valves are at water heater. NOTICE: Households with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at the...
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... this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in this manual. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before attempting to shut off if necessary. Failure to repair or ... bracing instructions can be followed to minimize the risk of your safety, the information in this water heater. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. ●...
... this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in this manual. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before attempting to shut off if necessary. Failure to repair or ... bracing instructions can be followed to minimize the risk of your safety, the information in this water heater. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided installation instructions. ●...
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...connections will result in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of the National Electrical Code. CAUTION: The water heater should not be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in... the water heater. Location Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. The water heater and water lines should be installed under the water heater. Check the markings on the rating plate of the water heater to be removed to the area of water heater plus 2″ min. Place the water heater in ...
...connections will result in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of the National Electrical Code. CAUTION: The water heater should not be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in... the water heater. Location Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. The water heater and water lines should be installed under the water heater. Check the markings on the rating plate of the water heater to be removed to the area of water heater plus 2″ min. Place the water heater in ...
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...expansion" can quickly reach the safety setting of the relief valve, causing it expands in volume and creates an increase in the water heater and system piping. As water is heated, it to operate during each heating cycle. In an "open drain 6 6″ air gap Jacket access panel Auxiliary... with no check valve or back flow prevention device is to install an expansion tank in the cold water line near the water heater. If sweat connections so that compresses as an "open" water system. Install a shut-off valve Thermal expansion tank (if required) Heat trap 6″ minimum Anode...
...expansion" can quickly reach the safety setting of the relief valve, causing it expands in volume and creates an increase in the water heater and system piping. As water is heated, it to operate during each heating cycle. In an "open drain 6 6″ air gap Jacket access panel Auxiliary... with no check valve or back flow prevention device is to install an expansion tank in the cold water line near the water heater. If sweat connections so that compresses as an "open" water system. Install a shut-off valve Thermal expansion tank (if required) Heat trap 6″ minimum Anode...
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... partially empty tank. (Refer to the Technical Service Bulletins 1300 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1303. Additional information on this subject may be of the water heater as indicated on the rating label located on . Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 7 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and...
... partially empty tank. (Refer to the Technical Service Bulletins 1300 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1303. Additional information on this subject may be of the water heater as indicated on the rating label located on . Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 7 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and...
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... shall include a separate conductor for the purpose. Refer to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on the front of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. An... Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. CAUTION: The presence of water in this manual for field wiring connections. All wiring must be electrically isolated. can cause the water heater to the ground terminals of the water heater. It should include either: Metallic ...
... shall include a separate conductor for the purpose. Refer to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on the front of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. An... Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. CAUTION: The presence of water in this manual for field wiring connections. All wiring must be electrically isolated. can cause the water heater to the ground terminals of the water heater. It should include either: Metallic ...
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...L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the safe operation of insulation blanket. The purpose of pipe insulation. Do not cover the jacket access panel(s)...external insulation blanket to this could interfere with two 24" sections of an insulation blanket is to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the illustrations above, that best meets your requirements. Safety Instructions ...
...L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the safe operation of insulation blanket. The purpose of pipe insulation. Do not cover the jacket access panel(s)...external insulation blanket to this could interfere with two 24" sections of an insulation blanket is to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the illustrations above, that best meets your requirements. Safety Instructions ...
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... top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and... hole and align the hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Please install the insulation, according to the hot or cold water connections. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with...
... top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and... hole and align the hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Please install the insulation, according to the hot or cold water connections. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with...
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... for proper operation of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of water heater. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions...
... for proper operation of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of water heater. Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions...
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... or the Care and Cleaning section, it is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before turning on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power to the water heater. Once the control opens, it is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. To reset the... temperature limiting control: Turn off power and water to water heater if it is closed. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! To dissipate such gas and to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn off ...
... or the Care and Cleaning section, it is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before turning on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power to the water heater. Once the control opens, it is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. To reset the... temperature limiting control: Turn off power and water to water heater if it is closed. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! To dissipate such gas and to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn off ...
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...to read and follow the warnings outlined in branch water lines are available. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions DANGER: There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is located on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. To comply with ...small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be used as a guide in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water heater's thermostat(s). Dual element heaters ...
...to read and follow the warnings outlined in branch water lines are available. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions DANGER: There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is located on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. To comply with ...small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be used as a guide in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water heater's thermostat(s). Dual element heaters ...
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... should be due to the danger of dangerous hydrogen gas. Contact a qualified installer or plumbing contract to an open drain. A water heater's tank can cause a banging noise heard in electric appliance repair. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the glass... lined tank and will be exposed to thermal expansion in operation. In order to drain the water heater, turn off to minimize the problem. It is further recommended that a routine preventive maintenance program be used to conserve energy ...
... should be due to the danger of dangerous hydrogen gas. Contact a qualified installer or plumbing contract to an open drain. A water heater's tank can cause a banging noise heard in electric appliance repair. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Care and cleaning of the glass... lined tank and will be exposed to thermal expansion in operation. In order to drain the water heater, turn off to minimize the problem. It is further recommended that a routine preventive maintenance program be used to conserve energy ...
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... fittings in a closed . ● Contact the local electric utility. ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of scale or mineral deposits on how to correct this manual. ● This is normal. What...Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Before You Call For Service... Review the chart on this manual. The thermostat may not need for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to qualified ...
... fittings in a closed . ● Contact the local electric utility. ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of scale or mineral deposits on how to correct this manual. ● This is normal. What...Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Before You Call For Service... Review the chart on this manual. The thermostat may not need for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to qualified ...
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... electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements.
... electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements.
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...the manufacturing process only. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the water heater. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Remove the jacket access panel(s)... power to the left) Discard the crossbar. 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 NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should...
...the manufacturing process only. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the water heater. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Remove the jacket access panel(s)... power to the left) Discard the crossbar. 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 NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should...
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... diminish your new appliance properly. It will need should you require service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...
... diminish your new appliance properly. It will need should you require service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...