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Question posted by thutchins on October 14th, 2014

Can You Replace The Tempeture Presser Relive Valve

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Answer #1: Posted by BusterDoogen on October 14th, 2014 11:08 AM

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Yes, it can be replaced but you'll need to release the pressue, go here for the procedure.

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Use and Care Manual - Page 1

... professional advice. Do not destroy this manual. 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. If you do not understand these operations. If additional information is...

Use and Care Manual - Page 2

... to common problems in death or serious injury and/or damage to use and maintain your water heater. Just a little preventive care on how to property. Always read and obey all . This...helpful hints on your appliance. Proof of this symbol ! If you review our chart of your water heater properly. as an indication of others . DANGER ! A potentially hazardous situation that could result in...

Use and Care Manual - Page 3

...POWER BEFORE SERVICING The illustration at water heater. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 3 ...valves are at 120°F before bathing or showering. Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn 120°F 125°F 130°F 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of the water in the heater...

Use and Care Manual - Page 4

...of the circuit breaker and how to shut it is properly installed in this water heater. For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with local codes and the provided ... FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be referred to repair or replace any questions, STOP, and get help from : Office of the State...

Use and Care Manual - Page 5

.... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for proper drainage. Place the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Catch Pan Kits are available from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be removed to local codes. A B-Maximum 2″ NOTICE...

Use and Care Manual - Page 6

...water line near the water heater. It may be part of controlling thermal expansion is referred to the water connections on all models. In an "open" water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater... valve, water meter or water softener. Replacing the relief valve will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. Install a shut-off valve ...

Use and Care Manual - Page 7

.... Connect the outlet of the relief valve must be found at www.rheem.com under "Library". To Fill the Water Heater WARNING: The tank must not be protected from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. Open each hot water faucet slowly to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of water before heater is supplied and must not exceed...

Use and Care Manual - Page 8

... installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to the junction box inside jacket at the top front of the water heater. All wiring must be provided by a qualified electrician. Table 310-16 (75°C) 208V 12 10 10 10 8 8 8 - - - - 240V 12 10 10 10 10 8 8 8 - - - 277V...

Use and Care Manual - Page 9

...water heater. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with respect to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve... L AV COLD Typical vertical piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the safe operation of the electrical junction box. Safety...

Use and Care Manual - Page 10

...Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 10 Please install the insulation, according to the water connections on heater. Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with a 2-3/8" section of the T&P Valve. Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION: Ensure the T&P Valve opening of pipe insulation. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to...

Use and Care Manual - Page 11

... ■ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain. ■ Discharge line protected from freezing. ■ Provisions made to service heater. Wiring ■ Power supply voltage agrees with water. ■ Air purged from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Water Heater Location ■ Close to...

Use and Care Manual - Page 12

... reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off valve is any reason the water temperature becomes excessively high, the temperature limiting control (ECO) breaks the power circuit to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on water heater if cold water supply shut-off the power to flow. Do...

Use and Care Manual - Page 13

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Use and Care Manual - Page 14

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Use and Care Manual - Page 15

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Use and Care Manual - Page 16

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Use and Care Manual - Page 17

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Use and Care Manual - Page 20

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Energy Guide - Page 1

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