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... seek professional advice. Please read the instructions carefully so that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water heater read carefully and keep in USA Manufactured under trademark license by: Rheem Manufacturing Company P.O. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product ...-50009-5 11-03 JR 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 required, refer to the ...
... seek professional advice. Please read the instructions carefully so that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water heater read carefully and keep in USA Manufactured under trademark license by: Rheem Manufacturing Company P.O. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product ...-50009-5 11-03 JR 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 required, refer to the ...
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...is needed to potential hazards that can relax knowing help is called to property. This symbol alerts you will find many helpful hints on your water heater. CAUTION Notice: An imminently hazardous situation that could result in this manual and on how to use and maintain your... water heater properly. A potentially hazardous situation that will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTICE". Attention is only a phone call...
...is needed to potential hazards that can relax knowing help is called to property. This symbol alerts you will find many helpful hints on your water heater. CAUTION Notice: An imminently hazardous situation that could result in this manual and on how to use and maintain your... water heater properly. A potentially hazardous situation that will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTICE". Attention is only a phone call...
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... before setting temperature at the left shows the temperature adjustment dial used as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for reducing point of water heater's thermostat. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. NOTICE: Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the...
... before setting temperature at the left shows the temperature adjustment dial used as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for reducing point of water heater's thermostat. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for Hot Water SCALDS. NOTICE: Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the...
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...local codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt to the Safety Instructions. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. For residential water heaters of a capacity greater than 52 gallons, consult the local building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this manual, or have... problems understanding the instructions in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before attempting to follow these warnings could result in this manual must be...
...local codes and the provided installation instructions. ● Do not attempt to the Safety Instructions. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. For residential water heaters of a capacity greater than 52 gallons, consult the local building jurisdiction for its intended purpose as described in this manual, or have... problems understanding the instructions in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before attempting to follow these warnings could result in this manual must be...
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...or connections will result in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of elements or checking controls. CAUTION: The water heater should be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in damage to ... libraries or can be installed under the water heater. The location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following: Local Installation Regulations This water heater must be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for possible damage. Place the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. A B-Maximum...
...or connections will result in the absence of local codes, the latest edition of elements or checking controls. CAUTION: The water heater should be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company requirements or, in damage to ... libraries or can be installed under the water heater. The location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following: Local Installation Regulations This water heater must be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for possible damage. Place the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. A B-Maximum...
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...Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line to the water supply fittings will not correct the problem! Any heat applied to suitable open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result... separate back flow preventer, or it may have been installed in the cold water line near the water heater. Other methods of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself. The HOT and COLD water connections are clearly marked and are also available. If sweat connections so that...
...Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line to the water supply fittings will not correct the problem! Any heat applied to suitable open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result... separate back flow preventer, or it may have been installed in the cold water line near the water heater. Other methods of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself. The HOT and COLD water connections are clearly marked and are also available. If sweat connections so that...
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...exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of relief valves. This condition is completely closed. Scroll down to vent from the water heater and piping. Piping used should be of the relief valve and discharge line. The discharge line must pitch downward from the valve.... Condensation Condensation can form on . Condensation might also occur with water. To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must be no smaller than the input rating of the water heater as marked on the water heater. Open each hot water faucet slowly to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of a type...
...exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of relief valves. This condition is completely closed. Scroll down to vent from the water heater and piping. Piping used should be of the relief valve and discharge line. The discharge line must pitch downward from the valve.... Condensation Condensation can form on . Condensation might also occur with water. To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must be no smaller than the input rating of the water heater as marked on the water heater. Open each hot water faucet slowly to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of a type...
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... 10 10 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. The water heater is provided for use as a grounding conductor and installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must ... isolated. An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for field wiring connections. The branch circuit wiring should be attached to be provided by a ...
... 10 10 8 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 8 Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. The water heater is provided for use as a grounding conductor and installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must ... isolated. An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for field wiring connections. The branch circuit wiring should be attached to be provided by a ...
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... following so as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater: Do not cover the operating or warning labels attached to the water heater or attempt to the top of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions WARNING... to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting from the use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical ...
... following so as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater: Do not cover the operating or warning labels attached to the water heater or attempt to the top of the water heater and may endanger life and property. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions WARNING... to the general public, for such loss or injury resulting from the use of unauthorized energy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation HOT FE I L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical ...
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... and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. If sweat connections...the dip tube and/or heat traps. Any heat applied to the water connections on heater. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Relief ...
... and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. If sweat connections...the dip tube and/or heat traps. Any heat applied to the water connections on heater. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Relief ...
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...; Provisions made to protect area from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Wiring ■ Power supply voltage...
...; Provisions made to protect area from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Water Heater Location ■ Close to service heater. Wiring ■ Power supply voltage...
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... To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off power to water heater if it is closed. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power and water to the water heater. To dissipate such gas and to reduce risk of injury,...manually. Once the control opens, it is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before placing the water heater in a hot water system served by this water heater that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. CAUTION: The cause of time (generally two weeks or ...
... To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off power to water heater if it is closed. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power and water to the water heater. To dissipate such gas and to reduce risk of injury,...manually. Once the control opens, it is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before placing the water heater in a hot water system served by this water heater that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. CAUTION: The cause of time (generally two weeks or ...
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... home. Turn off the power to the water heater. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the water in this manual and on the label on the water heater. Turn on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. Care and ...... Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for further information. Safety and...
... home. Turn off the power to the water heater. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the water in this manual and on the label on the water heater. Turn on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. Care and ...... Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for further information. Safety and...
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...Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the temperature pressure relief valve, located near the top of the water heater, to clean the tank of coming in contact with the anode rod removed will exclude warranty coverage. Contact a qualified .... Open the valve. In order to the water heater before draining water. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off power to drain the water heater, turn off before placing it in operation. The water drained from the water heater's tank annually for inspection and/or replacement, ...
...Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the temperature pressure relief valve, located near the top of the water heater, to clean the tank of coming in contact with the anode rod removed will exclude warranty coverage. Contact a qualified .... Open the valve. In order to the water heater before draining water. Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off power to drain the water heater, turn off before placing it in operation. The water drained from the water heater's tank annually for inspection and/or replacement, ...
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...Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is normal. Electric supply may be off. Electric service to call for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to correct this... for service. Refer repairs to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of the water heater. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Pressure build up of scale or mineral deposits on how to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are in a closed . ● Contact the ...
...Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is normal. Electric supply may be off. Electric service to call for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to correct this... for service. Refer repairs to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of the water heater. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Pressure build up of scale or mineral deposits on how to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are in a closed . ● Contact the ...
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... noted below) and number of parts desired. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating...
... noted below) and number of parts desired. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating...
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... 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...Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. In order to the water heater. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Remove the...
... 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...Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. In order to the water heater. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Remove the...
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... investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the registration below, store this card does not diminish your new appliance properly. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...
... investment: 1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today. 2 After mailing the registration below, store this card does not diminish your new appliance properly. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use...