Brochure
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... tank. Maintenance-free protection. No filters to ignite main burner when the thermostat calls for incoming cold water. Standard replacement parts. Available on most models. Shuts down the water heater if flammable vapors are detected. Spark Ignition Flexible Burner Supply Tube Sight Glass Sealed Inner Door The Guardian System™ from the water heater in the upward movement of heat into the tank. • Thermocouple: Detects pilot operation. The inlet connects directly to a dip tube which carries combustion gasses to the water heater venting...
... tank. Maintenance-free protection. No filters to ignite main burner when the thermostat calls for incoming cold water. Standard replacement parts. Available on most models. Shuts down the water heater if flammable vapors are detected. Spark Ignition Flexible Burner Supply Tube Sight Glass Sealed Inner Door The Guardian System™ from the water heater in the upward movement of heat into the tank. • Thermocouple: Detects pilot operation. The inlet connects directly to a dip tube which carries combustion gasses to the water heater venting...
Brochure
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... 800.621.5622 easy to service, replace or clean. How many are in the family? Standard Replacement Parts Guardian System incorporated a standard gas valve and Thermocouple - What size Rheem gas model do you may require a larger sized water heater. providing double protection. The Guardian System™ Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistance Guardian is 4 or less 5-7 8 or more hot water at a lower operating cost! • Available on your household water consumption patterns, you need...
... 800.621.5622 easy to service, replace or clean. How many are in the family? Standard Replacement Parts Guardian System incorporated a standard gas valve and Thermocouple - What size Rheem gas model do you may require a larger sized water heater. providing double protection. The Guardian System™ Flammable Vapor Ignition Resistance Guardian is 4 or less 5-7 8 or more hot water at a lower operating cost! • Available on your household water consumption patterns, you need...
Brochure
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... • 6-Year limited tank and parts warranty Fury™ Direct Vent • FVIR compliant • Designed to exceed ANSI standards for flammable vapor ignition resistance • 29, 38, 40 and 50 gallon tall and 30, 40 and 50 gallon short capacities • High efficiency models feature high performance and lower operating cost • 6-Year limited tank and parts warranty XR90™ • Compact, high Btu/h and draft induced • Energy efficient/low...
... • 6-Year limited tank and parts warranty Fury™ Direct Vent • FVIR compliant • Designed to exceed ANSI standards for flammable vapor ignition resistance • 29, 38, 40 and 50 gallon tall and 30, 40 and 50 gallon short capacities • High efficiency models feature high performance and lower operating cost • 6-Year limited tank and parts warranty XR90™ • Compact, high Btu/h and draft induced • Energy efficient/low...
Use and Care Manual
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... gas supplier. With Installation Instructions for the Installer Residential Gas Water Heaters Residential 30, 38, 40 and 50 Gallon The purpose of this water heater should be performed by the gas supplier or fire department. - do not understand these instructions or any electrical switch; Installation and service must be directed to light any appliance. ● Do not touch any terms within it was purchased. and two, for use gasoline or other flammable vapors...
... gas supplier. With Installation Instructions for the Installer Residential Gas Water Heaters Residential 30, 38, 40 and 50 Gallon The purpose of this water heater should be performed by the gas supplier or fire department. - do not understand these instructions or any electrical switch; Installation and service must be directed to light any appliance. ● Do not touch any terms within it was purchased. and two, for use gasoline or other flammable vapors...
Use and Care Manual
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... Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Pipe Insulation 13 Heat Traps 13 Installation Checklist 14 Potable/Space Heating . . . . 15 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 16 Water Temperature. . . . . 17, 18 Care and Cleaning Draining 19 Maintenance 19 Burner Inspection 20 Extended Shut-Down. . . . . . 20 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 21, 22 Customer Service Parts List 23 If You Need Service 24 2 FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can...
... Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Pipe Insulation 13 Heat Traps 13 Installation Checklist 14 Potable/Space Heating . . . . 15 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 16 Water Temperature. . . . . 17, 18 Care and Cleaning Draining 19 Maintenance 19 Burner Inspection 20 Extended Shut-Down. . . . . . 20 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 21, 22 Customer Service Parts List 23 If You Need Service 24 2 FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can...
Use and Care Manual
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... due to repair or replace any part of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may call 916-445-8100 or ask a water heater dealer. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. 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 to shut off if...
... due to repair or replace any part of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may call 916-445-8100 or ask a water heater dealer. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. 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 to shut off if...
Use and Care Manual
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... where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Location The water heater should be available for example, by a Qualified Service Technician. A minimum of 1" is filled with these combustion air inlet openings and any of the combustion air inlet openings located around the lower perimeter of natural air movement in a closet, DO NOT block or obstruct any obstruction. Because of the water heater. The open flame of the water heater's pilot or main burner can be...
... where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Location The water heater should be available for example, by a Qualified Service Technician. A minimum of 1" is filled with these combustion air inlet openings and any of the combustion air inlet openings located around the lower perimeter of natural air movement in a closet, DO NOT block or obstruct any obstruction. Because of the water heater. The open flame of the water heater's pilot or main burner can be...
Use and Care Manual
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... mandates a manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) for servicing if necessary. Water Supply Connections Refer to operate during each heating cycle. Typical Installation Vent connector to chimney Heat trap 6" minimum Hot water outlet to fixtures Water Heater Jacket Temperature and pressure relief valve Manual gas shut-off To gas supply Union HOT Ground joint union Sediment trap Cap Thermostatic gas valve Jacket door Pitch up 1/4" per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. A cold water inlet line with no check valve or back flow prevention device is recommended on all models...
... mandates a manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) for servicing if necessary. Water Supply Connections Refer to operate during each heating cycle. Typical Installation Vent connector to chimney Heat trap 6" minimum Hot water outlet to fixtures Water Heater Jacket Temperature and pressure relief valve Manual gas shut-off To gas supply Union HOT Ground joint union Sediment trap Cap Thermostatic gas valve Jacket door Pitch up 1/4" per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. A cold water inlet line with no check valve or back flow prevention device is recommended on all models...
Use and Care Manual
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... the purpose on the water heater. Condensation might also occur with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is closed, then open drain to the Technical Service Bulletins 1400 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1402. 10 If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for hot water distribution. Relief Valve The pressure rating of the relief valve must equal or exceed...
... the purpose on the water heater. Condensation might also occur with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is closed, then open drain to the Technical Service Bulletins 1400 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1402. 10 If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for hot water distribution. Relief Valve The pressure rating of the relief valve must equal or exceed...
Use and Care Manual
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... Gas Code (NFGC) mandates a manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) for natural gas, or 14" w.c. If lever type gas shut-offs are used on the threaded joints of the gas line. for gas leaks, as the valve body may be leak tested after the water heater is placed in operation. WARNING: Never use an open flame to test for LP gas. For purposes of input adjustment, the minimum inlet gas pressure (with a different type of gas other approved gas piping...
... Gas Code (NFGC) mandates a manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) for natural gas, or 14" w.c. If lever type gas shut-offs are used on the threaded joints of the gas line. for gas leaks, as the valve body may be leak tested after the water heater is placed in operation. WARNING: Never use an open flame to test for LP gas. For purposes of input adjustment, the minimum inlet gas pressure (with a different type of gas other approved gas piping...
Use and Care Manual
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... water. ❑ Air purged from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of length minimum) . ❑ Soap and water solution used . C. Water Heater Location ❑ Close to open drain. ❑ Discharge line protected from combustible material. 14 Relief Valve ❑ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to area of corrosive elements and flammable vapors. E. clear of the base of the heater. ❑ Clearances from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed...
... water. ❑ Air purged from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of length minimum) . ❑ Soap and water solution used . C. Water Heater Location ❑ Close to open drain. ❑ Discharge line protected from combustible material. 14 Relief Valve ❑ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to area of corrosive elements and flammable vapors. E. clear of the base of the heater. ❑ Clearances from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed...
Use and Care Manual
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... proper pipe application for vertical or horizontal supply lines Air vent Domestic hot water supply Heat Trap 6" Min. Hot water supply to house Hot water supply to heating unit (not supplied with a non drinking water system. This ensures that have previously been used for boiler treatment, into heating unit Combustion Air Inlet Openings Drain valve (not supplied with water heater) 6" Air Gap Incoming cold water supply Thermal Expansion Tank (if required-not supplied with water heater) Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve Gas line to water heater Water Heater Jacket Temperature...
... proper pipe application for vertical or horizontal supply lines Air vent Domestic hot water supply Heat Trap 6" Min. Hot water supply to house Hot water supply to heating unit (not supplied with a non drinking water system. This ensures that have previously been used for boiler treatment, into heating unit Combustion Air Inlet Openings Drain valve (not supplied with water heater) 6" Air Gap Incoming cold water supply Thermal Expansion Tank (if required-not supplied with water heater) Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve Gas line to water heater Water Heater Jacket Temperature...
Use and Care Manual
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... shut off including their pilot burners, to shut off valve is present, there will be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in branch water lines. Safety and energy conservation are available for reducing point of the gas control (thermostat). HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do Not turn on the front of use water temperature by setting the temperature dial on water heater if cold water supply shut-off . To comply with safety regulations, the gas control (thermostat) was set...
... shut off including their pilot burners, to shut off valve is present, there will be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in branch water lines. Safety and energy conservation are available for reducing point of the gas control (thermostat). HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do Not turn on the front of use water temperature by setting the temperature dial on water heater if cold water supply shut-off . To comply with safety regulations, the gas control (thermostat) was set...
Use and Care Manual
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... been checked by qualified personnel. Operating the water heater. The long wide reference mark, to fire, flood or physical damage, turn off the manual gas control valve to an initial setting of water to the home. The hottest temperature water will shut off the gas supply to test the water temperature with a single use and remember that will be at the top of the tank, closest to the outlet pipe delivering hot water...
... been checked by qualified personnel. Operating the water heater. The long wide reference mark, to fire, flood or physical damage, turn off the manual gas control valve to an initial setting of water to the home. The hottest temperature water will shut off the gas supply to test the water temperature with a single use and remember that will be at the top of the tank, closest to the outlet pipe delivering hot water...
Use and Care Manual
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... hot water released by service personnel qualified in a water pipe. Because accumulated solids can prevent the gas control (thermostat) sensors from the water heater's tank every month to the water heater at the fixture can be directed to a suitable drain to the tank. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off valve before removing anode rod. Housekeeping Visually inspect pilot burner and relight if necessary. Draining the Water Heater ! DANGER: Before manually operating the temperature and pressure relief valve, make certain no one will be removed from the tank...
... hot water released by service personnel qualified in a water pipe. Because accumulated solids can prevent the gas control (thermostat) sensors from the water heater's tank every month to the water heater at the fixture can be directed to a suitable drain to the tank. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off valve before removing anode rod. Housekeeping Visually inspect pilot burner and relight if necessary. Draining the Water Heater ! DANGER: Before manually operating the temperature and pressure relief valve, make certain no one will be removed from the tank...
Use and Care Manual
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... Gas Caution in the Operating Instructions. For cleaning, remove the burner from the water heater's tank, except for an extended period of the glass lined tank and will exclude warranty coverage. The burner chamber is to remain idle for inspection and/or replacement, as operation with the anode rod removed will greatly shorten the life of time, the power and water to freezing temperatures. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls...
... Gas Caution in the Operating Instructions. For cleaning, remove the burner from the water heater's tank, except for an extended period of the glass lined tank and will exclude warranty coverage. The burner chamber is to remain idle for inspection and/or replacement, as operation with the anode rod removed will greatly shorten the life of time, the power and water to freezing temperatures. After a long shut-down period, the water heater's operation and controls...
Use and Care Manual
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... water heater location. The pilot burner should be replaced by a qualified service technician. Before You Call For Service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! What To Do This is normal and will disappear in the "Installing The Water Heater" section of the combustion air inlet openings. Not enough combustion or ventilation air supplied to remove scale. The thermocouple should be replaced by a qualified service technician. Refer repairs to call for possible leaks. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off device...
... water heater location. The pilot burner should be replaced by a qualified service technician. Before You Call For Service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! What To Do This is normal and will disappear in the "Installing The Water Heater" section of the combustion air inlet openings. Not enough combustion or ventilation air supplied to remove scale. The thermocouple should be replaced by a qualified service technician. Refer repairs to call for possible leaks. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off device...
Use and Care Manual
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... correct this manual. The gas control (thermostat) may be corrected. Contact a qualified service technician. ● See the "Water Temperature Setting" of The Water Heater section of this manual. If necessary, relight using the instructions in tank. Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Not enough or no hot water Possible Causes Scale and sediment in the "Lighting The Water Heater" section of this manual. The pilot burner may have exceeded the capacity of gas piping, gas control (thermostat), burners, vent connectors or...
... correct this manual. The gas control (thermostat) may be corrected. Contact a qualified service technician. ● See the "Water Temperature Setting" of The Water Heater section of this manual. If necessary, relight using the instructions in tank. Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Not enough or no hot water Possible Causes Scale and sediment in the "Lighting The Water Heater" section of this manual. The pilot burner may have exceeded the capacity of gas piping, gas control (thermostat), burners, vent connectors or...
Use and Care Manual
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... Piezo Electrode *Thermocouple *Piezo Ignitor Wire *Burner Access Door *Burner *Burner supply tube *Pilot Supply Tube *Sight Glass Jacket Door *Burner Access Door Grommet 23 Specify type of gas (natural or LP) as noted below) and number of parts desired. CAUTION: For your safety, DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. For 30, 38, 40 and 50 gallon models using natural or LP gas. Draft hood **Heat Trap **Nipple Anode rod **Heat Trap **Nipple Flue baffle and hanger Dip tube Dip tube gasket Temperature and pressure relief valve *Burner Assembly Kit The kit...
... Piezo Electrode *Thermocouple *Piezo Ignitor Wire *Burner Access Door *Burner *Burner supply tube *Pilot Supply Tube *Sight Glass Jacket Door *Burner Access Door Grommet 23 Specify type of gas (natural or LP) as noted below) and number of parts desired. CAUTION: For your safety, DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. For 30, 38, 40 and 50 gallon models using natural or LP gas. Draft hood **Heat Trap **Nipple Anode rod **Heat Trap **Nipple Flue baffle and hanger Dip tube Dip tube gasket Temperature and pressure relief valve *Burner Assembly Kit The kit...
Specifications
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...) requirements H E High Efficiency Models Feature: • High performance and lower operating cost • Compliant with its policy of -a-kind air/fuel shut-off the gas supply and the air supply preventing a sustained vapor burn in 38, 40 and 50 Gallon Tall - 40 Gallon Short Gas Models 10-Year* Limited Tank and Parts Warranty. national average fuel rate natural gas 91¢/therm; LP 40 34 40 36 RECOVERY IN G.P.H. 90° RISE NAT. G.P.H. TO VENT A 63...
...) requirements H E High Efficiency Models Feature: • High performance and lower operating cost • Compliant with its policy of -a-kind air/fuel shut-off the gas supply and the air supply preventing a sustained vapor burn in 38, 40 and 50 Gallon Tall - 40 Gallon Short Gas Models 10-Year* Limited Tank and Parts Warranty. national average fuel rate natural gas 91¢/therm; LP 40 34 40 36 RECOVERY IN G.P.H. 90° RISE NAT. G.P.H. TO VENT A 63...