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...these operations. If additional information is required, refer to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of the water heater. No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR and two, for the owner-operator, to the section "If You Need Service...." Any... recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment 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 ...
...these operations. If additional information is required, refer to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of the water heater. No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR and two, for the owner-operator, to the section "If You Need Service...." Any... recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment 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 ...
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...moderate injury. If you review our chart of this manual and on your water heater. Recognize this symbol ! Just a little preventive care on your water heater properly. Attention is the safety alert symbol. DANGER ! A potentially hazardous ...Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location 5 Water Connections 6 Electrical Connections . . . . . 8 Operating Instructions Safety Controls 12 Water Temperature 13 Care and Cleaning Draining 14 Extended Shut-Down 14 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting...
...moderate injury. If you review our chart of this manual and on your water heater. Recognize this symbol ! Just a little preventive care on your water heater properly. Attention is the safety alert symbol. DANGER ! A potentially hazardous ...Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3, 4 Installation Instructions Location 5 Water Connections 6 Electrical Connections . . . . . 8 Operating Instructions Safety Controls 12 Water Temperature 13 Care and Cleaning Draining 14 Extended Shut-Down 14 Maintenance 14 Troubleshooting...
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...further information. NOTICE: Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of water heater's thermostat. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Be sure to prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were...detailed instructions in how to the Operating Instructions in determining the proper water temperature for Hot Water SCALDS. Feel water before the water heater was shipped from the factory. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for your home. See instruction manual before setting ...
...further information. NOTICE: Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of water heater's thermostat. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Be sure to prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were...detailed instructions in how to the Operating Instructions in determining the proper water temperature for Hot Water SCALDS. Feel water before the water heater was shipped from the factory. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for your home. See instruction manual before setting ...
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...serious bodily injury or death. WARNING! Pay particular attention to follow these warnings could result in this water heater. Failure to the Safety Instructions. For residential water heaters of the circuit breaker and how to earthquake motions. Be sure to read and understand the entire Use..., or have any part of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you time and cost. For residential water heaters up to install or operate this manual. All other servicing should be obtained from a qualified service technician, or the local electric utility...
...serious bodily injury or death. WARNING! Pay particular attention to follow these warnings could result in this water heater. Failure to the Safety Instructions. For residential water heaters of the circuit breaker and how to earthquake motions. Be sure to read and understand the entire Use..., or have any part of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you time and cost. For residential water heaters up to install or operate this manual. All other servicing should be obtained from a qualified service technician, or the local electric utility...
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...of the structure. Catch Pan Kits are available from freezing temperatures. Check the markings on the rating plate of the water heater to lower floors of the National Electrical Code. A B-Maximum 2″ NOTICE: Auxiliary catch pan MUST conform to the...02269 as practical to local codes. CAUTION: The water heater should be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. The location chosen for possible damage. Location Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions ...
...of the structure. Catch Pan Kits are available from freezing temperatures. Check the markings on the rating plate of the water heater to lower floors of the National Electrical Code. A B-Maximum 2″ NOTICE: Auxiliary catch pan MUST conform to the...02269 as practical to local codes. CAUTION: The water heater should be protected from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. The location chosen for possible damage. Location Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions ...
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...device is referred to the illustration below for additional information regarding this subject. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. It may be easily disconnected for servicing if connections are 3/4″ NPT sweat tubing to adapter on all models.... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line to as 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 "thermal expansion" can quickly ...
...device is referred to the illustration below for additional information regarding this subject. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. It may be easily disconnected for servicing if connections are 3/4″ NPT sweat tubing to adapter on all models.... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Relief valve discharge line to as 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 "thermal expansion" can quickly ...
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...The BTUH rating of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be found at www.rheem.com under "Library". The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from operation with an empty or partially empty tank. (Refer to vent from freezing. Condensation ... of any type should be less than the outlet of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be protected from the water heater and piping. Open each hot water faucet slowly to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of the relief valve and discharge line. Scroll down to the Technical ...
...The BTUH rating of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be found at www.rheem.com under "Library". The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from operation with an empty or partially empty tank. (Refer to vent from freezing. Condensation ... of any type should be less than the outlet of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be protected from the water heater and piping. Open each hot water faucet slowly to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of the relief valve and discharge line. Scroll down to the Technical ...
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.... NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on N.E.C. Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide Total Water Heater Wattage 3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11,000 12,000 Recommended Over Current Protection ... wiring connections. Refer to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on the front of the water heater. CAUTION: The presence of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. An opening for 1/2″ ...
.... NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on N.E.C. Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide Total Water Heater Wattage 3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11,000 12,000 Recommended Over Current Protection ... wiring connections. Refer to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for the water heater are specified on the rating plate on the front of the water heater. CAUTION: The presence of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. An opening for 1/2″ ...
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... L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with respect to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to the thermostat(s)...or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with storage tank heaters. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of the water heater. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 ...
... L ER EV L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with respect to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Typical horizontal piping arrangement Please install the insulation, according to the thermostat(s)...or defect caused by the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with storage tank heaters. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of the water heater. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 ...
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...Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Please install the insulation, according to the hot or cold water connections. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side... the T&P Valve. 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. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter...
...Customer Service 10 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. Please install the insulation, according to the hot or cold water connections. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side... the T&P Valve. 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. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter...
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...; Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to service heater. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of leaks. Wiring ■ Power supply voltage agrees with...
...; Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to service heater. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of leaks. Wiring ■ Power supply voltage agrees with...
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... qualified service technician and corrective action must be produced in service again. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in a hot water system served by this water heater that is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. CAUTION: Hydrogen gas can be reset manually. Do Not turn off...
... qualified service technician and corrective action must be produced in service again. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in a hot water system served by this water heater that is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. CAUTION: Hydrogen gas can be reset manually. Do Not turn off...
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... manual and on the label on the power to read and follow the warnings outlined in branch water lines are factory set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to the water heater. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for your home. Turn off the power to...176;F (52°C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING Type 59T thermostat and protective cover. Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). The thermostat protective cover(s) ...
... manual and on the label on the power to read and follow the warnings outlined in branch water lines are factory set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to the water heater. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for your home. Turn off the power to...176;F (52°C) TURN OFF POWER BEFORE SERVICING Type 59T thermostat and protective cover. Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). The thermostat protective cover(s) ...
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...Open the valve. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. 14 Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this . If the hissing or singing sound level increases excessively, the electric heating element may be hot enough to... present a scald hazard and should be established and followed by the valve. Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is turned off to minimize the problem. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make some sound when in electric appliance...
...Open the valve. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. 14 Routine Preventative Maintenance Properly maintained, your plumbing contractor on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this . If the hissing or singing sound level increases excessively, the electric heating element may be hot enough to... present a scald hazard and should be established and followed by the valve. Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is turned off to minimize the problem. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make some sound when in electric appliance...
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...a need to qualified service personnel. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is normal. Refer repairs to call for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to heat. ●... See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this . Review the chart on the heating elements. The colder inlet water takes longer to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are in a closed . ● Contact the local electric ...
...a need to qualified service personnel. Do not plug the relief valve outlet. ● This is normal. Refer repairs to call for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. ● Make sure electric supply to heat. ●... See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this . Review the chart on the heating elements. The colder inlet water takes longer to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are in a closed . ● Contact the local electric ...
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.../MasterCard call 800-431-1549. For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.
.../MasterCard call 800-431-1549. For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Replacement Parts. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.
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... Customer Service It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should only be replaced. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere... and/or element as necessary. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater.
... Customer Service It cannot and need not be done when necessary. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. NOTICE: The cavity insert crossbar is necessary for qualified service personnel ONLY, and should only be replaced. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere... and/or element as necessary. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Cavity Insert Instructions The following the instructions below: Turn off the power to the water heater.