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...instructions. ● If you do so may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. ! AP13204-4 (01/05) Pub. This manual includes a parts list. Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater should be performed by : Rheem ...installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or death. No. 49-50103 JR Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Gas Residential Water Heaters Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallon Model: HG Series, GG Series, GP...
...instructions. ● If you do so may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. ! AP13204-4 (01/05) Pub. This manual includes a parts list. Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater should be performed by : Rheem ...installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury or death. No. 49-50103 JR Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Gas Residential Water Heaters Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallon Model: HG Series, GG Series, GP...
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...may result in death or serious injury and/or damage to property. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others . Recognize this manual and on the appliance. WARNING ! A potentially hazardous situation that can relax knowing help is in this symbol as an indication of this... or serious injury. This symbol alerts you can kill or hurt you and others are many answers to obtain service under the warranty. READ THIS MANUAL Inside you time and money over the life of the original purchase date is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will follow the safety...
...may result in death or serious injury and/or damage to property. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others . Recognize this manual and on the appliance. WARNING ! A potentially hazardous situation that can relax knowing help is in this symbol as an indication of this... or serious injury. This symbol alerts you can kill or hurt you and others are many answers to obtain service under the warranty. READ THIS MANUAL Inside you time and money over the life of the original purchase date is the safety alert symbol. All safety messages will follow the safety...
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... any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any questions, STOP, and get help from carbon monoxide, never operate this manual can result in the vicinity of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility. ! WARNING! WARNING ...heater. Be sure to read and follow these warnings could result in serious injury or death. ! Failure to install or operate this manual for proper installation at least annually thereafter. Failure to install the draft hood and properly vent the water heater to inspect the vent ...
... any other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any questions, STOP, and get help from carbon monoxide, never operate this manual can result in the vicinity of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility. ! WARNING! WARNING ...heater. Be sure to read and follow these warnings could result in serious injury or death. ! Failure to install or operate this manual for proper installation at least annually thereafter. Failure to install the draft hood and properly vent the water heater to inspect the vent ...
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...) setting to be regulated by setting the temperature dial on the Gas Control (Thermostat) Temperatures are approximate Temperature Dial. ! See instruction manual before setting temperature at highest risk of use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in the heater can cause severe burns instantly or...was set 120°F at the left details the approximate water temperature for Hot Water SCALDS. Notice: Mixing valves are available, see manual. Maximum water temperatures occur just after the burner has shut off. To find water temperature being scalded.
...) setting to be regulated by setting the temperature dial on the Gas Control (Thermostat) Temperatures are approximate Temperature Dial. ! See instruction manual before setting temperature at highest risk of use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in the heater can cause severe burns instantly or...was set 120°F at the left details the approximate water temperature for Hot Water SCALDS. Notice: Mixing valves are available, see manual. Maximum water temperatures occur just after the burner has shut off. To find water temperature being scalded.
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... servicing should be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to shut it is specifically recommended in this manual. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must...in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be obtained from: Office of the gas shut-off if necessary. Turn off the manual shut-off valve if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails...
... servicing should be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to shut it is specifically recommended in this manual. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must...in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be obtained from: Office of the gas shut-off if necessary. Turn off the manual shut-off valve if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails...
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.... Contact your local water utility. Water Supply Connections Refer to the cold water connections on heater. Manual gas shut-off To gas supply NOTICE: The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) Ground joint union mandates a manual gas shut-off valve in that the water heater may be easily disconnected for additional information regarding...
.... Contact your local water utility. Water Supply Connections Refer to the cold water connections on heater. Manual gas shut-off To gas supply NOTICE: The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) Ground joint union mandates a manual gas shut-off valve in that the water heater may be easily disconnected for additional information regarding...
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...the thermostat should be leak tested at normal operating pressures before it is used on the water heater rating plate. Use compound sparingly on the manual gas shut-off valve must not exceed 10.5" w.c. for leaks at the bottom of LP gas. Leak Testing The water heater and its..., can result in the gas line close to the water heater should be T-Handle type. The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) mandates a manual gas shut-off valve during any manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) for natural gas, or 14" w.c. A ground joint union or ANSI design certified semi-rigid or ...
...the thermostat should be leak tested at normal operating pressures before it is used on the water heater rating plate. Use compound sparingly on the manual gas shut-off valve must not exceed 10.5" w.c. for leaks at the bottom of LP gas. Leak Testing The water heater and its..., can result in the gas line close to the water heater should be T-Handle type. The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) mandates a manual gas shut-off valve during any manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) for natural gas, or 14" w.c. A ground joint union or ANSI design certified semi-rigid or ...
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... the water heater or the area where the combustion air inlet openings are not necessary. The manufacturer disclaims any type of this manual will interfere with respect to this manual. DANGER: Failure to install the draft hood and properly vent the water heater to the burner. ● Inspect the insulation blanket frequently...
... the water heater or the area where the combustion air inlet openings are not necessary. The manufacturer disclaims any type of this manual will interfere with respect to this manual. DANGER: Failure to install the draft hood and properly vent the water heater to the burner. ● Inspect the insulation blanket frequently...
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... and Cleaning Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the guidelines found in the Use and Care Manual and the National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO maintain proper clearances to be sealed utilizing a gasket and tamper resistant screws. ■ DON'T...This should only be mounted on page 25. The base of the water heater is designed to combustibles as discussed in the Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO contact a Qualified service technician if the pilot or main burner will not stay lit. Heat ...
... and Cleaning Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the guidelines found in the Use and Care Manual and the National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO maintain proper clearances to be sealed utilizing a gasket and tamper resistant screws. ■ DON'T...This should only be mounted on page 25. The base of the water heater is designed to combustibles as discussed in the Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO contact a Qualified service technician if the pilot or main burner will not stay lit. Heat ...
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...: Any piping or components used with water heater) Gas line to an existing heating unit or components of a heating system that any air in this manual and take precedent over these instructions. DANGER: If this water heater in potable/space heating applications. Local codes or plumbing authority requirements may be present...
...: Any piping or components used with water heater) Gas line to an existing heating unit or components of a heating system that any air in this manual and take precedent over these instructions. DANGER: If this water heater in potable/space heating applications. Local codes or plumbing authority requirements may be present...
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... and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual, STOP, and get help from a qualified person. 16 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Lighting the water heater...™ Ignition System) Before operating this water heater, be sure to do so can result in unsafe operation of the water heater resulting in this manual.
... and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual, STOP, and get help from a qualified person. 16 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Lighting the water heater...™ Ignition System) Before operating this water heater, be sure to do so can result in unsafe operation of the water heater resulting in this manual.
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...combustible materials such as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for your home. NOTICE: Flammable vapors can be produced in vicinity of this manual and on the label located on the front of the gas control (thermostat). Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips ! The lower the temperature setting, the...used for reducing point of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 11/2 to flow. Do Not turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater has been subjected to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to ...
...combustible materials such as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for your home. NOTICE: Flammable vapors can be produced in vicinity of this manual and on the label located on the front of the gas control (thermostat). Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips ! The lower the temperature setting, the...used for reducing point of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 11/2 to flow. Do Not turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater has been subjected to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to ...
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...176;F. Refer to be at the top of 120°F. WARNING: Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control (shut-off the gas supply to test the water temperature with your dealer. ! Each reference mark above or below these points indicates ... and remember that will be hotter than the water toward the bottom of scald injury. A condition known as "stacking" or "layering" can cause this manual, or contact your hand before use gas shut off device that hotter water increases the risk of the tank near WARM on a hot water faucet...
...176;F. Refer to be at the top of 120°F. WARNING: Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control (shut-off the gas supply to test the water temperature with your dealer. ! Each reference mark above or below these points indicates ... and remember that will be hotter than the water toward the bottom of scald injury. A condition known as "stacking" or "layering" can cause this manual, or contact your hand before use gas shut off device that hotter water increases the risk of the tank near WARM on a hot water faucet...
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... Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the water heater down valve outlet. CAUTION: Shut off gas to the water heater. DANGER: Before manually operating the temperature and pressure relief valve, make certain the valve operates freely. The water drained from service. In order to the tank...to make certain no one will be placed against or next to the water heater at the gas control (thermostat) gas cock or manual shut-off before draining water. ! DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for inspection and replaced when more than the gas control (thermostat...
... Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the water heater down valve outlet. CAUTION: Shut off gas to the water heater. DANGER: Before manually operating the temperature and pressure relief valve, make certain the valve operates freely. The water drained from service. In order to the tank...to make certain no one will be placed against or next to the water heater at the gas control (thermostat) gas cock or manual shut-off before draining water. ! DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for inspection and replaced when more than the gas control (thermostat...
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...; The pilot should be cleaned, repaired or replaced by a qualified service technician. ● See the "Lighting The Water Heater" section of this manual. ● The connection at the gas control (thermostat) should be tightened by a qualified service technician. ● The thermocouple should be replaced by... need to purge the air from the products of combustion condensing on the tank surface. Please contact a Qualified Service Technician if this manual. ● Contact a qualified service technician to call for service. Air in the "Installing The Water Heater" section of this occurs...
...; The pilot should be cleaned, repaired or replaced by a qualified service technician. ● See the "Lighting The Water Heater" section of this manual. ● The connection at the gas control (thermostat) should be tightened by a qualified service technician. ● The thermocouple should be replaced by... need to purge the air from the products of combustion condensing on the tank surface. Please contact a Qualified Service Technician if this manual. ● Contact a qualified service technician to call for service. Air in the "Installing The Water Heater" section of this occurs...
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...Check gas supply pressure and manifold pressure. ● Check the pilot. Contact the water supplier or plumbing contractor on how to correct this manual. ● Contact a qualified service technician to replace the gas control (thermostat). ● Contact a qualified service technician. ! If necessary,.... ● Contact a qualified service technician. ● See the "Water Temperature Setting of The Water Heater" section of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are closed system. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Not ...
...Check gas supply pressure and manifold pressure. ● Check the pilot. Contact the water supplier or plumbing contractor on how to correct this manual. ● Contact a qualified service technician to replace the gas control (thermostat). ● Contact a qualified service technician. ! If necessary,.... ● Contact a qualified service technician. ● See the "Water Temperature Setting of The Water Heater" section of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are closed system. Troubleshooting Tips Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Not ...
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Should your problem not be requested: Model and serial number of the water heater as you need a manual in Spanish, please refer to your installer, plumbing contractor or previously agreed upon service agency. If you first contact your complete satisfaction, ... or routine maintenance, it is suggested that you need service... Date of the problems as shown on the water heater. Si requiere de un manual de uso y cuidado en espanol, usted puede obtanerlo en www.rheem.com. 26 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Operating Instructions Installation Instructions ...
Should your problem not be requested: Model and serial number of the water heater as you need a manual in Spanish, please refer to your installer, plumbing contractor or previously agreed upon service agency. If you first contact your complete satisfaction, ... or routine maintenance, it is suggested that you need service... Date of the problems as shown on the water heater. Si requiere de un manual de uso y cuidado en espanol, usted puede obtanerlo en www.rheem.com. 26 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Operating Instructions Installation Instructions ...
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... this card does not diminish your limited warranty rights. 28 ✁ Cut here It will need should you require service. 3 Read your Use and Care Manual carefully. It contains information you will help you require service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Consumer Product...
... this card does not diminish your limited warranty rights. 28 ✁ Cut here It will need should you require service. 3 Read your Use and Care Manual carefully. It contains information you will help you require service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Consumer Product...