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...49-50009-5 11-03 JR If additional information is imperative 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. Box 244020, Montgomery, AL 36124-4020 Part...This product contains chemicals known to the State of the water heater; 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 ...
...49-50009-5 11-03 JR If additional information is imperative 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. Box 244020, Montgomery, AL 36124-4020 Part...This product contains chemicals known to the State of the water heater; 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 ...
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... the warranty. Proof of the original purchase date is the safety alert symbol. You'll find many important safety messages in the back of your water heater. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others . There are very important. as an indication of Troubleshooting Tips first, you can kill... this manual and on how to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. This symbol alerts you and others are many helpful hints on your water heater properly.
... the warranty. Proof of the original purchase date is the safety alert symbol. You'll find many important safety messages in the back of your water heater. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others . There are very important. as an indication of Troubleshooting Tips first, you can kill... this manual and on how to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition. This symbol alerts you and others are many helpful hints on your water heater properly.
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...Temperature limiting valves are at highest risk of being scalded. To comply with "HOT" water. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for further information. The temperature of water heater's thermostat. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. NOTICE: Mixing valves are factors to be...for your home. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. See instruction manual before the water heater was shipped from scalds. Feel water before bathing or showering. Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective cover TR ESE ESE TR 150&#...
...Temperature limiting valves are at highest risk of being scalded. To comply with "HOT" water. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for further information. The temperature of water heater's thermostat. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. NOTICE: Mixing valves are factors to be...for your home. Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. See instruction manual before the water heater was shipped from scalds. Feel water before bathing or showering. Reset button Thermostat dial pointer Thermostat protective cover TR ESE ESE TR 150&#...
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...if necessary. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you have any part of your appliance is specifically recommended in this water heater. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Operating Instructions Installation Instructions... of the circuit breaker and how to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. However, applicable local codes...
...if necessary. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Have the installer show you have any part of your appliance is specifically recommended in this water heater. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Operating Instructions Installation Instructions... of the circuit breaker and how to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. However, applicable local codes...
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.... It is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. The water heater and water lines should be removed to lower floors of the structure. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect ...from freezing temperatures. To open drain, line should not be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for possible damage. Place the water heater in a clean dry area as near as removal of the tank or connections will result in damage to the area adjacent to...
.... It is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. The water heater and water lines should be removed to lower floors of the structure. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect ...from freezing temperatures. To open drain, line should not be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for possible damage. Place the water heater in a clean dry area as near as removal of the tank or connections will result in damage to the area adjacent to...
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...as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over pressure condition and eliminating the repeated operation of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of "thermal expansion" can quickly reach the safety setting... of a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water softener. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. A "closed water system". Install a shut-off valve Thermal expansion tank (if required) Heat trap 6″...
...as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over pressure condition and eliminating the repeated operation of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of "thermal expansion" can quickly reach the safety setting... of a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water softener. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. A "closed water system". Install a shut-off valve Thermal expansion tank (if required) Heat trap 6″...
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...valve is turned on the rating plate. Relief Valve WARNING: The pressure rating of the relief valve must be protected from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. No valve of any type should be no smaller than the input rating of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed ... and marked for the purpose on the tank when it is not unusual, and will disappear after the water becomes heated. The end of the water heater as marked on . To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must not be less than the outlet of the valve and must remain installed in ...
...valve is turned on the rating plate. Relief Valve WARNING: The pressure rating of the relief valve must be protected from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. No valve of any type should be no smaller than the input rating of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed ... and marked for the purpose on the tank when it is not unusual, and will disappear after the water becomes heated. The end of the water heater as marked on . To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must not be less than the outlet of the valve and must remain installed in ...
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... the junction box inside jacket at the top front of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. can cause the water heater to the ground terminals of the water heater. An opening for grounding. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable not approved for use...20 25 25 30 30 35 Copper Wire Size AWG Based on the front of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The branch circuit wiring should be attached to be provided by a qualified electrician. ...
... the junction box inside jacket at the top front of National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70. can cause the water heater to the ground terminals of the water heater. An opening for grounding. Non-metallic sheathed cable, metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable not approved for use...20 25 25 30 30 35 Copper Wire Size AWG Based on the front of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The branch circuit wiring should be attached to be provided by a qualified electrician. ...
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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. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to ...FE I L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the kit must be carefully followed. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of an external insulation blanket to the ...
... 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. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to ...FE I L ER EVL AV COLD HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the kit must be carefully followed. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of an external insulation blanket to the ...
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... above, that best meets your requirements. Please install the insulation, according to the water connections on heater. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Typical side connection arrangement Slip the insulation cover over the T&P Valve through the... traps. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10...
... above, that best meets your requirements. Please install the insulation, according to the water connections on heater. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Typical side connection arrangement Slip the insulation cover over the T&P Valve through the... traps. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10...
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...purged from freezing temperatures. ■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge... line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to protect area from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and ...
...purged from freezing temperatures. ■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater. Relief Valve ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge... line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to protect area from water damage. ■ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and ...
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...red RESET button. If hydrogen is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before turning on water heater unless it has been thoroughly checked by this water heater that is located above the heating element in understanding or following the Operating Instructions or the Care and ...action must be reset manually. Safety Controls The water heater is closed. To dissipate such gas and to the water heater. Do not operate the water heater again until it is any difficulty in contact with water. Do Not turn off power to water heater if it is present, there will be ...
...red RESET button. If hydrogen is open flame near the faucet at the kitchen sink before turning on water heater unless it has been thoroughly checked by this water heater that is located above the heating element in understanding or following the Operating Instructions or the Care and ...action must be reset manually. Safety Controls The water heater is closed. To dissipate such gas and to the water heater. Do not operate the water heater again until it is any difficulty in contact with water. Do Not turn off power to water heater if it is present, there will be ...
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...the power to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 5 minutes 11/2 to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for your home. Turn off the power to prevent contact... and jacket access panel(s). Safety and energy conservation are available. Households with HOT water. Turn on the water heater. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel...
...the power to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 5 minutes 11/2 to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for your home. Turn off the power to prevent contact... and jacket access panel(s). Safety and energy conservation are available. Households with HOT water. Turn on the water heater. The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel...
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.../or replacement, as a setting basin for solids suspended in electric appliance repair. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will be due to the danger of the water heater, to inspect. The water may be hot enough to present a scald hazard and should be released into a suitable... coverage. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain the valve operates freely. Open a hot water faucet or lift the handle on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this . NOTICE: If the temperature and pressure relief valve on the relief valve to admit ...
.../or replacement, as a setting basin for solids suspended in electric appliance repair. Contact the water supplier or your water heater will be due to the danger of the water heater, to inspect. The water may be hot enough to present a scald hazard and should be released into a suitable... coverage. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain the valve operates freely. Open a hot water faucet or lift the handle on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this . NOTICE: If the temperature and pressure relief valve on the relief valve to admit ...
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... heat trap fittings in operation and does not indicate a need to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are closed system. Electric service to your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Before You Call For Service... ... Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Rattling noise during the winter months. CAUTION: For your home may not need for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to call ...
... heat trap fittings in operation and does not indicate a need to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are closed system. Electric service to your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Before You Call For Service... ... Relief valve producing popping noise or draining Rattling noise during the winter months. CAUTION: For your home may not need for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to call ...
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... other operating controls. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of parts desired. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover...
... other operating controls. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of parts desired. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover...
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...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 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the ...instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. The removal ...
...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 Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the ...instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater. It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. The removal ...
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It contains information you will help you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use ...
It contains information you will help you operate your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name Ms. ■ Mrs. ■ Miss ■ Last Name Street Address Apt. # City State Date Placed In Use ...
Energy Guide
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U.S. visit wwwitc.govrappliances Purl ?I ELECTRIC Capacity list hour rating) : 62 GALLONS Model SE50M12TAH 000001 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost $503 , S492 Cost Range of Similar Models $520 4721OA Estimated Yearly Electricity Use Your cost will depend on your utility ... of similar capacity fueled by electricity • Estimated operating cost based on a 2007 national average electricity cost of this label before consumer purchase BERG GUIDE Water Heater - Government Federal law prohibits removal of 10.65 cents per kWh. • For more information.
