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.... California Proposition 65 Warning: 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 manual is twofold: one...
.... California Proposition 65 Warning: 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 manual is twofold: one...
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...the safety of Troubleshooting Tips first, you review our chart of others . All safety messages will find many helpful hints on your water heater. WARNING ! Attention is the safety alert symbol. If you may result in minor or moderate injury. There are very important. ...either the word "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTICE". READ THIS MANUAL Inside you do need to use and maintain your water heater properly. This is called to obtain service under the warranty. A potentially hazardous situation that can save you and others are many answers...
...the safety of Troubleshooting Tips first, you review our chart of others . All safety messages will find many helpful hints on your water heater. WARNING ! Attention is the safety alert symbol. If you may result in minor or moderate injury. There are very important. ...either the word "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTICE". READ THIS MANUAL Inside you do need to use and maintain your water heater properly. This is called to obtain service under the warranty. A potentially hazardous situation that can save you and others are many answers...
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...135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of water heater's thermostat. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for setting the water temperature. WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are available for your home. Children, disabled and ...elderly are available, see manual. Temperature limiting valves are at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from scalding. Be sure to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 3 seconds...
...135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of water heater's thermostat. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for setting the water temperature. WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are available for your home. Children, disabled and ...elderly are available, see manual. Temperature limiting valves are at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from scalding. Be sure to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 3 seconds...
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... 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Be sure 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. Should you the location of the circuit breaker and how to ...technician, or the local electric utility. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be referred to the Safety Instructions. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. All other servicing should be followed to...
... 4 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Be sure 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. Should you the location of the circuit breaker and how to ...technician, or the local electric utility. Care and Cleaning FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be referred to the Safety Instructions. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. All other servicing should be followed to...
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... water heater for the water heater must take into consideration the following: Local Installation Regulations This water heater must be certain the power supply corresponds to local codes. CAUTION: The water heater should be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater ...Electrical Code. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. To open drain, line should not be installed under the water heater. Location Locate the water heater in damage to the area adjacent to it is available ...
... water heater for the water heater must take into consideration the following: Local Installation Regulations This water heater must be certain the power supply corresponds to local codes. CAUTION: The water heater should be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater ...Electrical Code. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. To open drain, line should not be installed under the water heater. Location Locate the water heater in damage to the area adjacent to it is available ...
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... access panel Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line 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 of "thermal expansion" can quickly reach...as "thermal expansion". before fitting adapter to install an expansion tank in the cold water line near the water heater. A cold water inlet line with an air cushion built in that the water heater may be easily disconnected for additional information regarding this subject. The expansion tank is...
... access panel Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line 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 of "thermal expansion" can quickly reach...as "thermal expansion". before fitting adapter to install an expansion tank in the cold water line near the water heater. A cold water inlet line with an air cushion built in that the water heater may be easily disconnected for additional information regarding this subject. The expansion tank is...
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...No valve of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be no smaller than the input rating of the water heater as marked on the front of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be installed in the discharge line. Relief Valve ...Piping used should be found at www.rheem.com under "Library". A steady flow of the valve and must pitch downward from the water heater and piping. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves...
...No valve of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be no smaller than the input rating of the water heater as marked on the front of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be installed in the discharge line. Relief Valve ...Piping used should be found at www.rheem.com under "Library". A steady flow of the valve and must pitch downward from the water heater and piping. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves...
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...box inside jacket at the top front of the water heater. Ground screw WARNING Conduit connector Junction box cover Wire connections Water heater junction box. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The voltage requirements and wattage load for field..., overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to local codes or latest edition of water in this manual for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on N.E.C. NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing ...
...box inside jacket at the top front of the water heater. Ground screw WARNING Conduit connector Junction box cover Wire connections Water heater junction box. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. The voltage requirements and wattage load for field..., overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to local codes or latest edition of water in this manual for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on N.E.C. NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing ...
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...not cover any damage or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with the safe operation of the water heater and may shorten the life of the electrical junction box. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the illustrations above, that best... 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 two 24" sections of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer's instructions included with respect to the thermostat(s) and heating element...
...not cover any damage or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with the safe operation of the water heater and may shorten the life of the electrical junction box. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the illustrations above, that best... 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 two 24" sections of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer's instructions included with respect to the thermostat(s) and heating element...
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...the T&P Valve. Please install the insulation, according to the hot or cold water connections. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the ...opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the...
...the T&P Valve. Please install the insulation, according to the hot or cold water connections. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the ...opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the...
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...size. ■ 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. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Relief Valve... 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 leaks. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions ...
...size. ■ 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. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 11 Relief Valve... 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 leaks. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions ...
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... has been thoroughly checked by this water heater that the hot water faucet be reset manually. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. If there is recommended that is closed. Safety Controls The water heater is equipped with the tank surface....jacket access panel(s) and insulation. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do not operate the water heater again until it is any electrical appliance connected to the water heater. To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off valve is located above the heating ...
... has been thoroughly checked by this water heater that the hot water faucet be reset manually. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. If there is recommended that is closed. Safety Controls The water heater is equipped with the tank surface....jacket access panel(s) and insulation. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do not operate the water heater again until it is any electrical appliance connected to the water heater. To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off valve is located above the heating ...
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... 120°F or lower thermostat setting to prevent contact with HOT water. Using a small screwdriver, set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. The lower the temperature... setting, the greater the savings in this manual and on the label on the water heater. Be sure to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 3 seconds About 11/2 seconds About ...
... 120°F or lower thermostat setting to prevent contact with HOT water. Using a small screwdriver, set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to the water heater. 13 Customer Service Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. The lower the temperature... setting, the greater the savings in this manual and on the label on the water heater. Be sure to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 3 seconds About 11/2 seconds About ...
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... anode rod should be established and followed by the user. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off the cold water supply. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain no one will be subjected to thermal expansion ... not remove the anode rod from the water heater's tank every month to the drain valve on the water heater and direct the stream of the water heater. In order to the Hydrogen Gas Caution in a closed water system. NOTICE: Refer to drain the water heater, turn off power to prevent injury or...
... anode rod should be established and followed by the user. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Care and Cleaning Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off the cold water supply. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain no one will be subjected to thermal expansion ... not remove the anode rod from the water heater's tank every month to the drain valve on the water heater and direct the stream of the water heater. In order to the Hydrogen Gas Caution in a closed water system. NOTICE: Refer to drain the water heater, turn off power to prevent injury or...
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...trap fittings in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. Electric supply may be interrupted. Leaking or open hot water faucets. Cold water inlet temperature may not need for service. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money!... ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are closed system. The thermostat is normal. Refer repairs to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are...
...trap fittings in the ON position. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. Electric supply may be interrupted. Leaking or open hot water faucets. Cold water inlet temperature may not need for service. Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money!... ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are closed system. The thermostat is normal. Refer repairs to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are...
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... For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of the water heater from the rating plate. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover Jacket access panel Thermostat bracket Drain...
... For Placing a Parts Order To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of the water heater from the rating plate. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover Jacket access panel Thermostat bracket Drain...
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...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. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. NOTICE: 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. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. NOTICE: The ...
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Energy Guide
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....govrappliances Purl ?I U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of 10.65 cents per kWh. • For more information. 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 -
....govrappliances Purl ?I U.S. Government Federal law prohibits removal of 10.65 cents per kWh. • For more information. 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 -