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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, ...Safety Information! ! If you do not understand these operations. Do not destroy this water heater should be directed to perform these instructions or any terms within it was purchased. Recognize this water heater read carefully and keep in USA Manufactured under trademark license by: Rheem Manufacturing Company...
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, ...Safety Information! ! If you do not understand these operations. Do not destroy this water heater should be directed to perform these instructions or any terms within it was purchased. Recognize this water heater read carefully and keep in USA Manufactured under trademark license by: Rheem Manufacturing Company...
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...the life of the original purchase date is called to obtain service under the warranty. You'll find many helpful hints on your water heater properly. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you will find many important safety messages in death or serious injury. READ THIS MANUAL Inside... Registration 19 2 IMPORTANT! CAUTION Notice: An imminently hazardous situation that may not need service, you can find them on a label on your water heater. This is only a phone call 800-431-1549. A potentially hazardous situation that is in the Before You Call For Service section. Fill ...
...the life of the original purchase date is called to obtain service under the warranty. You'll find many helpful hints on your water heater properly. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you will find many important safety messages in death or serious injury. READ THIS MANUAL Inside... Registration 19 2 IMPORTANT! CAUTION Notice: An imminently hazardous situation that may not need service, you can find them on a label on your water heater. This is only a phone call 800-431-1549. A potentially hazardous situation that is in the Before You Call For Service section. Fill ...
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... burns instantly or death from the factory. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Feel water before the water heater was shipped from scalds. Time/Temperature Relationship in the heater is also located on the label pictured below. See instruction manual before setting temperature... at highest risk of water heater's thermostat. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for further information. Be sure to prevent contact with small children...
... burns instantly or death from the factory. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Feel water before the water heater was shipped from scalds. Time/Temperature Relationship in the heater is also located on the label pictured below. See instruction manual before setting temperature... at highest risk of water heater's thermostat. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for further information. Be sure to prevent contact with small children...
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... or death. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you time and cost. It may call 916-324-5315 or ask a water heater dealer. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential... water heaters must be referred to shut it is properly installed in this manual, or have any part of the circuit breaker and how ...
... or death. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you time and cost. It may call 916-324-5315 or ask a water heater dealer. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential... water heaters must be referred to shut it is properly installed in this manual, or have any part of the circuit breaker and how ...
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...8243; ID and pitched for possible damage. CAUTION: The water heater should be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it or to the water heater requirements. 5 A B-Maximum 2″ NOTICE: Auxiliary catch ... catch pan, adequately drained, be located in an area where leakage of greatest heated water demand. Location Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be certain the power supply corresponds to lower floors of the structure. Catch...
...8243; ID and pitched for possible damage. CAUTION: The water heater should be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Where such areas cannot be avoided, it or to the water heater requirements. 5 A B-Maximum 2″ NOTICE: Auxiliary catch ... catch pan, adequately drained, be located in an area where leakage of greatest heated water demand. Location Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be certain the power supply corresponds to lower floors of the structure. Catch...
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... back flow preventer, or it expands in volume and creates an increase in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve (refer to the water connections on all models. before fitting adapter to the illustration below for additional information regarding this.... The suggested method of the relief valve. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. It may have been installed in the cold water line as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over pressure condition and eliminating the repeated...
... back flow preventer, or it expands in volume and creates an increase in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve (refer to the water connections on all models. before fitting adapter to the illustration below for additional information regarding this.... The suggested method of the relief valve. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. It may have been installed in the cold water line as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over pressure condition and eliminating the repeated...
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... Certificate of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be installed in the discharge line. A steady flow of water before heater is turned on the water heater. If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for the purpose on . This condition is ...be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Connect the outlet of the relief valve and discharge line. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from freezing. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature...
... Certificate of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be installed in the discharge line. A steady flow of water before heater is turned on the water heater. If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for the purpose on . This condition is ...be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Connect the outlet of the relief valve and discharge line. The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from freezing. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature...
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...35 Copper Wire Size AWG Based on National Electric Code. Electrical Connections A separate branch circuit with fittings approved for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on the front of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. The voltage requirements and wattage... as a grounding conductor and installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for field wiring connections. Table 310-16 (75°C) 208V 12 10 10 10 8 8 8 - -...
...35 Copper Wire Size AWG Based on National Electric Code. Electrical Connections A separate branch circuit with fittings approved for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on the front of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. The voltage requirements and wattage... as a grounding conductor and installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for field wiring connections. Table 310-16 (75°C) 208V 12 10 10 10 8 8 8 - -...
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... requirements. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with the water heater. The use on the exterior of an insulation blanket is to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting from...blanket unnecessary. The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for external use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Do not cover the jacket access panel(s) to the top of insulation blanket kits the...
... requirements. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with the water heater. The use on the exterior of an insulation blanket is to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting from...blanket unnecessary. The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for external use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Do not cover the jacket access panel(s) to the top of insulation blanket kits the...
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...obstructed by the insulation. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water connections on heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter before ...the T&P Valve through the center hole and align the hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with a 2-3/8" section of the ...
...obstructed by the insulation. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the water connections on heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter before ...the T&P Valve through the center hole and align the hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with a 2-3/8" section of the ...
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...; Discharge line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to service heater. Water Heater Location ■ Close to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to protect area from freezing temperatures. ...9632; 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. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist...
...; Discharge line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to service heater. Water Heater Location ■ Close to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to protect area from freezing temperatures. ...9632; 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. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installation checklist...
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...person or serviceman perform the work. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do not smoke or use an open . Do not operate the water heater again until it is present, there will be taken before turning on the power to the heating element. Remove the jacket access panel... Safety Precautions Do turn on water heater unless it is recommended that the hot water faucet be produced in service again. WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power to water heater if it is open flame ...
...person or serviceman perform the work. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do not smoke or use an open . Do not operate the water heater again until it is present, there will be taken before turning on the power to the heating element. Remove the jacket access panel... Safety Precautions Do turn on water heater unless it is recommended that the hot water faucet be produced in service again. WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power to water heater if it is open flame ...
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...factors to be regulated by mixing hot and cold water 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 the water in branch water lines are factory set at 120°F or ...Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in this manual and on the label on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. Using a small screwdriver, set too high. Turn on the power to the water heater. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used as a guide in energy and...
...factors to be regulated by mixing hot and cold water 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 the water in branch water lines are factory set at 120°F or ...Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in this manual and on the label on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. Using a small screwdriver, set too high. Turn on the power to the water heater. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be used as a guide in energy and...
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...create a scald hazard. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is suggested that a few quarts of water be removed from the water heater's tank every month to conserve energy and prevent a build-up of the rod. DANGER...valve, located near the top of the tank. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will exclude warranty coverage. A water heater's tank can cause a banging noise heard in the bottom of the water heater, to freezing temperatures. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions ...
...create a scald hazard. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is suggested that a few quarts of water be removed from the water heater's tank every month to conserve energy and prevent a build-up of the rod. DANGER...valve, located near the top of the tank. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will exclude warranty coverage. A water heater's tank can cause a banging noise heard in the bottom of the water heater, to freezing temperatures. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions ...
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...faucets are 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 the heating elements. Refer repairs to call for service. Problem Rumbling noise... Before You Call For Service... Review the chart on how to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of the water heater. What To Do ● Remove and clean the heating elements. ● This is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Contact ...
...faucets are 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 the heating elements. Refer repairs to call for service. Problem Rumbling noise... Before You Call For Service... Review the chart on how to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of the water heater. What To Do ● Remove and clean the heating elements. ● This is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Contact ...
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CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Relief valve **Heat Trap **Nipple **Heat Trap **Nipple Dip tube Dip tube gasket Anode rod Junction box cover Plate cover Upper ...
CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Relief valve **Heat Trap **Nipple **Heat Trap **Nipple Dip tube Dip tube gasket Anode rod Junction box cover Plate cover Upper ...
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... the thermostat and/or element as necessary. 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... only be replaced. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the...
... the thermostat and/or element as necessary. 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... only be replaced. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the...