Introduction; Safety Warning - Rheem 874W27NF Service Manual

INTRODUCTION

The information provided in these service instructions is based on the water heater being
installed in accordance with AS/NZS 5601 and the Installation Instructions provided with
each water heater.
Should you require further technical advice on any Rheem Water Heater, contact your
nearest Rheem Service Department where genuine replacement parts are also available.

SAFETY WARNING

The purpose of this service manual is to provide sufficient information to allow a person with
the skills as required by the Regulatory Authorities to carry out effective repairs to a
continuous flow gas water heater with an electric boosted auxiliary hot water storage tank in
the minimum of time.
Safety precautions or areas where extra care should be observed when conducting tests
outlined in this service manual are indicated by print in bold italics and/or a warning symbol.
Take care to observe the recommended procedure.
"Live" testing to be conducted. Personal Protective Clothing (PPE) shall be
worn and an RCD shall be installed between the power point and 3-pin cord
of the water heater to reduce the risk of electric shock.
Isolate power before conducting the indicated test.
Hot surface or liquid. Personal Protective Clothing (PPE) shall be worn to
reduce the risk of scalding.
General warning symbol. Observe the instructions accompanying the
symbol.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or
its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to avoid a hazard.
When conducting repairs to a gas appliance the gas train including injector
sizes must not be altered or modified in any way.
TM061 Rheem 27 Water Star Service Instructions – Issued: 11/10
REV A Issued 08/13
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