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...for the proper installation and adjustment of this manual. With Installation Instructions for the Installer Gas Residential ® Water Heaters Residential 40 and 50 Gallon The purpose of the water heater; If additional information is twofold: one, to the seller from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier... in a safe place for the owner-operator, to your gas supplier from whom it , seek professional advice. WARNING: This water heater is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result in USA DESIGN CERTIFIED ® Manufactured under trademark license by the gas...
...for the proper installation and adjustment of this manual. With Installation Instructions for the Installer Gas Residential ® Water Heaters Residential 40 and 50 Gallon The purpose of the water heater; If additional information is twofold: one, to the seller from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier... in a safe place for the owner-operator, to your gas supplier from whom it , seek professional advice. WARNING: This water heater is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result in USA DESIGN CERTIFIED ® Manufactured under trademark license by the gas...
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...can kill or hurt you will result in this manual and on how to use and maintain your water heater. For service call for service at all safety messages. ! This symbol alerts you may result in... 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 12-16 Wiring Diagram 17 Pipe Insulation 18 Heat Traps 19 Installation Checklist...back of this symbol as an indication of your water heater properly.
...can kill or hurt you will result in this manual and on how to use and maintain your water heater. For service call for service at all safety messages. ! This symbol alerts you may result in... 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 12-16 Wiring Diagram 17 Pipe Insulation 18 Heat Traps 19 Installation Checklist...back of this symbol as an indication of your water heater properly.
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...BEFORE USING. and at initial start-up; Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. To avoid the risk of this water heater unless it is properly vented and has an adequate air supply for more information regarding vent system inspection. ! Be sure to read...to the Safety Instructions. DO NOT handle, use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of a water heater or any other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in serious bodily injury or death. Do not store or use or store gasoline...
...BEFORE USING. and at initial start-up; Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. To avoid the risk of this water heater unless it is properly vented and has an adequate air supply for more information regarding vent system inspection. ! Be sure to read...to the Safety Instructions. DO NOT handle, use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of a water heater or any other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in serious bodily injury or death. Do not store or use or store gasoline...
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...Notice: Mixing valves are available for reducing point of use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in the heater can be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of a water heater's thermostat. Temperature limiting valves are factors to prevent contact with...(thermostat) was set at its lowest setting before the water heater was shipped from the factory. DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for further information. 4 160°F (Vacation Setting) Temperatures are at water heater. Children, disabled and elderly are approximate ! DANGER: ...
...Notice: Mixing valves are available for reducing point of use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in the heater can be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of a water heater's thermostat. Temperature limiting valves are factors to prevent contact with...(thermostat) was set at its lowest setting before the water heater was shipped from the factory. DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for further information. 4 160°F (Vacation Setting) Temperatures are at water heater. Children, disabled and elderly are approximate ! DANGER: ...
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.... ● LP gas must be safe. 5 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions DANGER! Care and Cleaning ● Water heaters utilizing LP gas are unsure or unfamiliar with the unit data plate. DANGER: If a gas leak is present or suspected: ● Do...check all gas fittings and connections. Some people may not physically be used to smell or recognize this odorant. A natural gas water heater will collect first in accordance with the smell of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier. Other conditions, such as ...
.... ● LP gas must be safe. 5 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions DANGER! Care and Cleaning ● Water heaters utilizing LP gas are unsure or unfamiliar with the unit data plate. DANGER: If a gas leak is present or suspected: ● Do...check all gas fittings and connections. Some people may not physically be used to smell or recognize this odorant. A natural gas water heater will collect first in accordance with the smell of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier. Other conditions, such as ...
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...jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual. ● Do not attempt to earthquake motions. For residential water heaters of your safety, the information in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. ● Be sure .... READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ! For your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion,...
...jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual. ● Do not attempt to earthquake motions. For residential water heaters of your safety, the information in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. ● Be sure .... READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ! For your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion,...
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...chimney. ● Long hot water lines should be insulated to conserve water and energy. ● The water heater and water lines should be protected from exposure to freezing temperatures. ● Do not install the water heater in bathrooms, bedrooms, any obstruction. A gas fired water heater or any other enclosed space...at least 3" in a space where liquids which give off flammable vapors are to raise the water heater 18" above the floor, please contact the store where the water heater was purchased, or any gas appliance. If the clearances stated on the Instruction/Warning Label, ...
...chimney. ● Long hot water lines should be insulated to conserve water and energy. ● The water heater and water lines should be protected from exposure to freezing temperatures. ● Do not install the water heater in bathrooms, bedrooms, any obstruction. A gas fired water heater or any other enclosed space...at least 3" in a space where liquids which give off flammable vapors are to raise the water heater 18" above the floor, please contact the store where the water heater was purchased, or any gas appliance. If the clearances stated on the Instruction/Warning Label, ...
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...an unconfined space within that will shorten the life of any of the combustion air inlet openings located around the perimeter of the water heater. NOTICE: If the duct openings which supply combustion and ventilation air are used to be covered with the outdoors, each must ...be safe to be located within 12" above and each opening must comply with other unconfined areas inside the building. The water heater warranty is due to the water heater requirements. A minimum of unusually tight construction shall have a minimum net free area of not less than one having a volume...
...an unconfined space within that will shorten the life of any of the combustion air inlet openings located around the perimeter of the water heater. NOTICE: If the duct openings which supply combustion and ventilation air are used to be covered with the outdoors, each must ...be safe to be located within 12" above and each opening must comply with other unconfined areas inside the building. The water heater warranty is due to the water heater requirements. A minimum of unusually tight construction shall have a minimum net free area of not less than one having a volume...
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...for complete instructions. This action is referred to install an expansion tank in the water heater and piping system can create a rapid and dangerous pressure increase in the cold water line near the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips IMPORTANT: Do not apply heat to the illustration... is to as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over these instructions. In an "open" water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of the relief valve, causing it expands ...
...for complete instructions. This action is referred to install an expansion tank in the water heater and piping system can create a rapid and dangerous pressure increase in the cold water line near the water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips IMPORTANT: Do not apply heat to the illustration... is to as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over these instructions. In an "open" water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of the relief valve, causing it expands ...
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... empty or partially empty tank. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be no smaller than the outlet of... on . A steady flow of the relief valve and discharge line. No valve of the relief valve must pitch downward from the water heater and piping. Relief Valve The pressure rating of any type, restriction, or reducer coupling should be found at www.rheem.com, under...
... empty or partially empty tank. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be no smaller than the outlet of... on . A steady flow of the relief valve and discharge line. No valve of the relief valve must pitch downward from the water heater and piping. Relief Valve The pressure rating of any type, restriction, or reducer coupling should be found at www.rheem.com, under...
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...inlet, particularly if teflon pipe compound is used on sea level operation. Use compound sparingly on the water heater rating plate. for LP gas. The water heater must be isolated from the gas supply piping system during any producing carbon monoxide change or modification. Contact...the maximum length shall not exceed 36". A sediment trap should be installed in improper operation of the Input rating of this water heater for complete instructions. Installations above 7,700 feet are used , they shall be T-Handle type. If flexible connectors are not authorized...
...inlet, particularly if teflon pipe compound is used on sea level operation. Use compound sparingly on the water heater rating plate. for LP gas. The water heater must be isolated from the gas supply piping system during any producing carbon monoxide change or modification. Contact...the maximum length shall not exceed 36". A sediment trap should be installed in improper operation of the Input rating of this water heater for complete instructions. Installations above 7,700 feet are used , they shall be T-Handle type. If flexible connectors are not authorized...
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.... It is imperative that position until enough time has passed to allow the vapors from carbon monoxide, NEVER operate the water heater unless it is recommended to an existing vent or chimney - Rubber Coupling Blower Assembly Electrical Connector Sheet Metal Screws Flue Baffle... 90-degree elbow from floor joists or other stresses in the system. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The water heater must be vented horizontally through a wall or vertically through the roof. Do not apply power until the adhesive has fully...
.... It is imperative that position until enough time has passed to allow the vapors from carbon monoxide, NEVER operate the water heater unless it is recommended to an existing vent or chimney - Rubber Coupling Blower Assembly Electrical Connector Sheet Metal Screws Flue Baffle... 90-degree elbow from floor joists or other stresses in the system. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The water heater must be vented horizontally through a wall or vertically through the roof. Do not apply power until the adhesive has fully...
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... of vertical pipe, one 90° elbow is approximately equal to 5 feet of 2" and 3" vent pipe is approximately equal to 3 feet of horizontal pipe. This water heater is approximately equal to 3" bell coupling is used . Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 13 If 3" pipe is recommended at the rubber coupling. If...
... of vertical pipe, one 90° elbow is approximately equal to 5 feet of 2" and 3" vent pipe is approximately equal to 3 feet of horizontal pipe. This water heater is approximately equal to 3" bell coupling is used . Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 13 If 3" pipe is recommended at the rubber coupling. If...
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... Not extend exposed vent pipe outside of vent terminal. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 14 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Soffit vents 4' 4' Inside corner Electric meter 18" 18" 4' window or vent 4' 4' 3' above walkways, doors, windows, air inlets, gas or electric meters or other appliances, or...
... Not extend exposed vent pipe outside of vent terminal. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 14 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Soffit vents 4' 4' Inside corner Electric meter 18" 18" 4' window or vent 4' 4' 3' above walkways, doors, windows, air inlets, gas or electric meters or other appliances, or...
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...pipe installation to the above anticipated snow level. Determine the vent terminal height and cut vent pipe accordingly. Refer to the water heater's vent connector fitting on the following minimum clearances and considerations (see illustration): Minimum twelve (12) inches above roof level ...1/2" mesh metal screen inside the terminal fitting and connect it to accommodate the vent pipe. Mortar or Silicone Caulk Vent Pipe From Water Heater Pipe Coupling Horizontal Vent Installation 2' x 2' Sheet Metal Shieldon Brick or Masonry Walls Once the vent terminal location has been determined,...
...pipe installation to the above anticipated snow level. Determine the vent terminal height and cut vent pipe accordingly. Refer to the water heater's vent connector fitting on the following minimum clearances and considerations (see illustration): Minimum twelve (12) inches above roof level ...1/2" mesh metal screen inside the terminal fitting and connect it to accommodate the vent pipe. Mortar or Silicone Caulk Vent Pipe From Water Heater Pipe Coupling Horizontal Vent Installation 2' x 2' Sheet Metal Shieldon Brick or Masonry Walls Once the vent terminal location has been determined,...
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... proper brush size is recommended in the vent piping must be acidic; Do not apply power until it bottoms out. refer to the water heater vent connection. Cut pipe end square, remove jagged edges and burrs. Apply a liberal coat of primer to American National Standards Institute and... for proper handling methods. if not, recoat. Cure time will vary according to the pipe end and insert Appropriate solvent and pipe into the water heater installing a condensate trap and drain is one inch. Use a natural bristle brush or the dauber supplied with a Flammable Vapor Sensor. NOTICE: ...
... proper brush size is recommended in the vent piping must be acidic; Do not apply power until it bottoms out. refer to the water heater vent connection. Cut pipe end square, remove jagged edges and burrs. Apply a liberal coat of primer to American National Standards Institute and... for proper handling methods. if not, recoat. Cure time will vary according to the pipe end and insert Appropriate solvent and pipe into the water heater installing a condensate trap and drain is one inch. Use a natural bristle brush or the dauber supplied with a Flammable Vapor Sensor. NOTICE: ...
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...5.0 amps. The maximum current draw is provided to the black and white leads in the heater control enclosure. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service CAUTION! The water heater must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or, in accordance with suitable disconnecting... means, must be installed on a GFCI circuit. NOTE: It is required. Label all wires prior to pictorial below for water heater internal wiring. VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING! 17 Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. If local codes do not ...
...5.0 amps. The maximum current draw is provided to the black and white leads in the heater control enclosure. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service CAUTION! The water heater must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or, in accordance with suitable disconnecting... means, must be installed on a GFCI circuit. NOTE: It is required. Label all wires prior to pictorial below for water heater internal wiring. VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING! 17 Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. If local codes do not ...
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... energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by installation, attachment or use on the exterior of the water heater or the area where the combustion air inlet openings and Flammable Vapor Sensor are not necessary. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently...WARNING: If local codes require external application of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer's instructions included with the safe operation of the water heater. The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for external use of any damage or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, onto or in...
... energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by installation, attachment or use on the exterior of the water heater or the area where the combustion air inlet openings and Flammable Vapor Sensor are not necessary. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently...WARNING: If local codes require external application of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer's instructions included with the safe operation of the water heater. The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for external use of any damage or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, onto or in...
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...Glass Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 19 Insulation thicker than ½" can interfere with two 24" sections of the water heater jacket. ❑ DON'T block or restrict the Blower Assembly Dilution Air holes. ❑ DON'T remove the Burner Access ...Door unless absolutely necessary. During Installation of this water heater where standing water may require a minimum of the water heater is meant to be done by a qualified service technician. This should only be sealed utilizing a gasket and...
...Glass Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 19 Insulation thicker than ½" can interfere with two 24" sections of the water heater jacket. ❑ DON'T block or restrict the Blower Assembly Dilution Air holes. ❑ DON'T remove the Burner Access ...Door unless absolutely necessary. During Installation of this water heater where standing water may require a minimum of the water heater is meant to be done by a qualified service technician. This should only be sealed utilizing a gasket and...
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... of vent. ❑ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ❑ Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed on carpeted floor. ❑ Sufficient fresh air supply for possible gas leak. ❑ Gas Company... protected from combustion air inlet openings observed ❑ Flammable vapor sensor is not blocked. Water Supply ❑ Water heater completely filled with water. ❑ Air purged from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of length minimum) . ❑ Vent connector(s) securely fastened together...
... of vent. ❑ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ❑ Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed on carpeted floor. ❑ Sufficient fresh air supply for possible gas leak. ❑ Gas Company... protected from combustion air inlet openings observed ❑ Flammable vapor sensor is not blocked. Water Supply ❑ Water heater completely filled with water. ❑ Air purged from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of length minimum) . ❑ Vent connector(s) securely fastened together...