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... perform these operations. It is imperative that they may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. ! Recognize this manual. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the seller from a neighbor's phone. Improper installation, adjustment,...advice. Refer to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of Important Safety Information! ! Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Gas Residential Water Heaters Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallon Model: HG Series, GG ...
... perform these operations. It is imperative that they may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. ! Recognize this manual. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the seller from a neighbor's phone. Improper installation, adjustment,...advice. Refer to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of Important Safety Information! ! Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Gas Residential Water Heaters Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallon Model: HG Series, GG ...
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... hazards that is only a phone call away. Proof of your water heater properly. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of this manual. Always read and obey all . This is needed to call 800-431-1549. CAUTION Notice: An imminently hazardous situation that may not need to... the back of others . Just a little preventive care on your part can relax knowing help is in minor or moderate injury. Recognize this manual and on your appliance. If you review our chart of Important Safety Information! Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. DANGER !
... hazards that is only a phone call away. Proof of your water heater properly. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of this manual. Always read and obey all . This is needed to call 800-431-1549. CAUTION Notice: An imminently hazardous situation that may not need to... the back of others . Just a little preventive care on your part can relax knowing help is in minor or moderate injury. Recognize this manual and on your appliance. If you review our chart of Important Safety Information! Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. DANGER !
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...vent system inspection. ! WARNING! Be sure to do so can result in unsafe operation of this manual. Failure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to inspect the vent system for proper operation. INSTALL THE DRAFT HOOD AND PROPERLY VENT THE... appliance. DO NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in property damage, bodily injury or death. ! WARNING Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service...
...vent system inspection. ! WARNING! Be sure to do so can result in unsafe operation of this manual. Failure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to inspect the vent system for proper operation. INSTALL THE DRAFT HOOD AND PROPERLY VENT THE... appliance. DO NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of this manual, or have problems understanding the instructions in property damage, bodily injury or death. ! WARNING Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service...
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... gas control (thermostat) was set 120°F at highest risk of a water heater's thermostat. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ! See instruction manual before bathing or showering. The illustration at water heater. DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for more details.) The temperature of the water in the... water faucet and place a thermometer in the water stream and read and follow the warnings outlined on the Gas Control (Thermostat) Temperatures are available, see manual. To find water temperature being scalded.
... gas control (thermostat) was set 120°F at highest risk of a water heater's thermostat. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ! See instruction manual before bathing or showering. The illustration at water heater. DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for more details.) The temperature of the water in the... water faucet and place a thermometer in the water stream and read and follow the warnings outlined on the Gas Control (Thermostat) Temperatures are available, see manual. To find water temperature being scalded.
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... 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you the location of your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. READ AND FOLLOW THIS ...SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For your appliance is properly installed in this manual must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to a qualified technician. For residential water heaters of...
... 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you the location of your water heater unless it off . ● Read this manual entirely before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. READ AND FOLLOW THIS ...SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For your appliance is properly installed in this manual must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to a qualified technician. For residential water heaters of...
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... the resulting rapid, and repeated expansion and contraction of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself. Manual gas shut-off To gas supply NOTICE: The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) Ground joint union mandates a manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) Sediment trap for servicing if necessary. Check with an air...
... the resulting rapid, and repeated expansion and contraction of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself. Manual gas shut-off To gas supply NOTICE: The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) Ground joint union mandates a manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) Sediment trap for servicing if necessary. Check with an air...
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...pressure testing of the gas supply piping pressures in personal injury, or death. The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) mandates a manual gas shut-off valve during any manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) for correction. If flexible connectors are present, contact your local distributor or place of... Testing the Gas Supply System The water heater and its gas connections must not exceed 10.5" w.c. Leak Testing The water heater and its manual gas The water heater must be leak tested at the gas control (thermostat) inlet, particularly if teflon pipe compound is used , the maximum...
...pressure testing of the gas supply piping pressures in personal injury, or death. The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) mandates a manual gas shut-off valve during any manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) for correction. If flexible connectors are present, contact your local distributor or place of... Testing the Gas Supply System The water heater and its gas connections must not exceed 10.5" w.c. Leak Testing The water heater and its manual gas The water heater must be leak tested at the gas control (thermostat) inlet, particularly if teflon pipe compound is used , the maximum...
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...or smoke should be securely fastened by sheet metal screws or other than those authorized by installation, attachment or use of this manual. This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with the water heater. The manufacturer's warranty does... insulation blanket frequently making an insulation blanket unnecessary. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of an external insulation blanket to this manual will interfere with the kit must be the same size (diameter) as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the ...
...or smoke should be securely fastened by sheet metal screws or other than those authorized by installation, attachment or use of this manual. This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with the water heater. The manufacturer's warranty does... insulation blanket frequently making an insulation blanket unnecessary. CAUTION: If local codes require the application of an external insulation blanket to this manual will interfere with the kit must be the same size (diameter) as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the ...
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...illustration of nipples and heat traps on any burner access door that the venting system complies with the guidelines found in the Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO contact a Qualified service technician if the pilot or main burner will not stay lit. ... technician. Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed 3/4" NPT heat traps in the Use and Care Manual and the National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO maintain proper clearances to be sealed utilizing a gasket and tamper resistant screws. ■ DON'T...
...illustration of nipples and heat traps on any burner access door that the venting system complies with the guidelines found in the Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO contact a Qualified service technician if the pilot or main burner will not stay lit. ... technician. Heat Traps For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed 3/4" NPT heat traps in the Use and Care Manual and the National Fuel Gas Code. ■ DO maintain proper clearances to be sealed utilizing a gasket and tamper resistant screws. ■ DON'T...
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... HOT outlet on water heater Tee fitting for vertical or horizontal supply lines Air vent Domestic hot water supply Heat trap 6" Min. DANGER: If this manual and take precedent over these instructions. Incoming cold water supply Mixing or tempering valve (refer to warning above) Thermal expansion tank (if required-not supplied...
... HOT outlet on water heater Tee fitting for vertical or horizontal supply lines Air vent Domestic hot water supply Heat trap 6" Min. DANGER: If this manual and take precedent over these instructions. Incoming cold water supply Mixing or tempering valve (refer to warning above) Thermal expansion tank (if required-not supplied...
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... and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Lighting the water heater. (With SmartWater™ Ignition System) Before operating this water heater, be sure to... the water heater resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death. Should you have any problems reading or following the instructions in this manual, STOP, and get help from a qualified person. 16 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service
... and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Lighting the water heater. (With SmartWater™ Ignition System) Before operating this water heater, be sure to... the water heater resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death. Should you have any problems reading or following the instructions in this manual, STOP, and get help from a qualified person. 16 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service
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If hydrogen is present, there will be regulated by air currents from scalding. Safety Precautions Do turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater has been subjected to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut ... water heater. Safety and energy conservation are available for your home. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do not smoke or use water temperature by this manual and on the label located on water heater if cold water supply shut-off valve is open. Do Not allow combustible materials such as a guide...
If hydrogen is present, there will be regulated by air currents from scalding. Safety Precautions Do turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater has been subjected to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut ... water heater. Safety and energy conservation are available for your home. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! Do not smoke or use water temperature by this manual and on the label located on water heater if cold water supply shut-off valve is open. Do Not allow combustible materials such as a guide...
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...this top layer of water to the appliance. NOTICE: Replace any reason. Maximum water temperatures occur just after the burner has shut off the manual gas control valve to be at the top of 130°F. To determine the water temperature, turn off . WARNING: Should overheating occur or... has been subjected to fire, flood or physical damage, turn the temperature dial to the home. To adjust the temperature, turn off the manual gas control (shut-off the gas supply to the burner if the pilot flame is also equipped with your dealer. ! Operating Instructions Installation ...
...this top layer of water to the appliance. NOTICE: Replace any reason. Maximum water temperatures occur just after the burner has shut off the manual gas control valve to be at the top of 130°F. To determine the water temperature, turn off . WARNING: Should overheating occur or... has been subjected to fire, flood or physical damage, turn the temperature dial to the home. To adjust the temperature, turn off the manual gas control (shut-off the gas supply to the burner if the pilot flame is also equipped with your dealer. ! Operating Instructions Installation ...
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...supply. Housekeeping Visually inspect pilot burner and relight if necessary. DANGER: Before manually operating the temperature and pressure relief valve, make certain no one will be drained from service. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain the valve operates freely. DANGER: ...can be hotter than 6" of core NOTICE: If the temperature and wire is exposed at the gas control (thermostat) gas cock or manual shut-off before draining water. ! A water heater's tank can cover the gas control (thermostat) sensors, causing the sensors to make...
...supply. Housekeeping Visually inspect pilot burner and relight if necessary. DANGER: Before manually operating the temperature and pressure relief valve, make certain no one will be drained from service. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain the valve operates freely. DANGER: ...can be hotter than 6" of core NOTICE: If the temperature and wire is exposed at the gas control (thermostat) gas cock or manual shut-off before draining water. ! A water heater's tank can cover the gas control (thermostat) sensors, causing the sensors to make...
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... combustion air inlet openings on the following pages first and you call for service. Please contact a Qualified Service Technician if this manual. ● Contact a qualified service technician to purge the air from the products of the burner. Gas Cock Knob not correctly... technician. ● The pilot should be replaced by a qualified service technician ! Review the charts on jacket. ● Proper operation of this manual. ● The connection at the gas control (thermostat) should be tightened by a qualified service technician. ● The thermocouple should be replaced ...
... combustion air inlet openings on the following pages first and you call for service. Please contact a Qualified Service Technician if this manual. ● Contact a qualified service technician to purge the air from the products of the burner. Gas Cock Knob not correctly... technician. ● The pilot should be replaced by a qualified service technician ! Review the charts on jacket. ● Proper operation of this manual. ● The connection at the gas control (thermostat) should be tightened by a qualified service technician. ● The thermocouple should be replaced ...
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...may be corrected. Leaking or open hot water faucets. Defective Combustion Shutoff System tripped. Pressure build up caused by thermal expansion to correct this manual. ● Contact a qualified service technician to replace the gas control (thermostat). ● Contact a qualified service technician. ! Low gas...tripped. What To Do ● Clean tank. ● This is set too low. The pilot may have exceeded the capacity of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are closed system. Contact the water supplier or plumbing contractor on how to a closed . ● ...
...may be corrected. Leaking or open hot water faucets. Defective Combustion Shutoff System tripped. Pressure build up caused by thermal expansion to correct this manual. ● Contact a qualified service technician to replace the gas control (thermostat). ● Contact a qualified service technician. ! Low gas...tripped. What To Do ● Clean tank. ● This is set too low. The pilot may have exceeded the capacity of this manual. ● Make sure all faucets are closed system. Contact the water supplier or plumbing contractor on how to a closed . ● ...
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... with dates, who performed service on the rating plate attached to your complete satisfaction, you first contact your problem. If you need a manual in Spanish, please refer to the telephone directory, commercial listings or local utility for qualified service assistance. List of installer and any service ... unavailable, refer to our website: www.rheem.com. Date of the problems as shown on the water heater. Si requiere de un manual de uso y cuidado en espanol, usted puede obtanerlo en www.rheem.com. 26 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Should you ...
... with dates, who performed service on the rating plate attached to your complete satisfaction, you first contact your problem. If you need a manual in Spanish, please refer to the telephone directory, commercial listings or local utility for qualified service assistance. List of installer and any service ... unavailable, refer to our website: www.rheem.com. Date of the problems as shown on the water heater. Si requiere de un manual de uso y cuidado en espanol, usted puede obtanerlo en www.rheem.com. 26 Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Should you ...