Insulation Blankets - Rheem 72V20-1 Use And Care Manual

Installing the water heater.
WARNING: If local
codes require external
application of insulation
blanket kits the
manufacturer's instructions
included with the kit must
be carefully followed.
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Insulation Blankets

Insulation blankets, available to the
general public, for external use on electric
water heaters are not necessary. The
purpose of an insulation blanket is to
reduce the standby heat loss encountered
with storage tank heaters. This water
heater meets or exceeds the National
Appliance Energy Conservation Act
standards with respect to insulation and
standby loss requirements making an
insulation blanket unnecessary.
The manufacturer's warranty does not
cover any damage or defect caused by
installation, attachment or use of
any type of energy saving or other
unapproved devices (other than those
authorized by the manufacturer) into, onto
or in conjunction with the water heater.
The use of unauthorized energy saving
devices may shorten the life of the water
heater and may endanger life and property.
The manufacturer disclaims any
responsibility for such loss or injury
resulting from the use of such
unauthorized devices.
Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation
Typical vertical piping
arrangement
For increased energy efficiency, some
water heaters have been supplied with
two 24" sections of pipe insulation.
CAUTION: If local codes require the
application of an external insulation
blanket to this water heater, pay careful
attention to the following so as not to
restrict the proper function and
operation of the water heater:
Do not cover the operating or warning
labels attached to the water heater or
attempt to relocate them on the exterior
of insulation blanket.
Do not apply insulation to the top of the
water heater. this could interfere with
the safe operation of the electrical
junction box.
Do not cover the jacket access panel(s)
to the thermostat(s) and heating
element(s), or pressure and temperature
relief valve.
Inspect the insulation blanket frequently.
Typical horizontal piping
arrangement
Please install the insulation, according to
the illustrations above, that best meets
your requirements.
Typical side piping
arrangement