Important Safety Information - Rheem RH-188 Series Instruction Manual

Important Safety Information

1. Warning!
1.1. Products manufactured by us are safe and without risk provided they are installed,
used and maintained in good working order in accordance with our instructions
and recommendations.
1.2. THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Earthing Requirement:
The Earthing installation should be carried out in accordance with the local
Wiring Regulations.Where
neccessary to run an EARTH CONDUCTOR and solidly connect an earth
rod local to the installation.
1.2.1 Select a damp place to bury the earth rod.
1.2.2 Connect earth conductor of minimum 2.5mm
Earth (@) terminal. Connect other end of the earth conductor to the earth rod.
1.2.3 Check to ensure earthing resistance is less than 1000. It may be neccessary
to drive two or more rods and connect them together to achieve a
satisfactory results.
1.2.4 Installation of earth rod must be carried out by a registered and certified wiring
contractor.
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1.3. DO NOT allow the unit to be run dry.
1.4. DO NOT fit any f o rm of outlet flow control as the outlet acts as a vent for the tank
body. Once recommended outlet fittings should be used.
1.5. There are no user serviceable components beneath the cover of this appliance
Only a competent tradesperson should remove the cover.
1.6. If the cover is not correctly fitted and water has entered the case. Isolate the
electrical and water supply bef o re removing the cover.
1.7. Mains connections are exposed when the cover is removed.
1.8. Refer to the wiring diagram before making any electrical connections.
1.9. Ensure all electrical connections are tight, to prevent overheating.
EARTHING of the premises is not evident, it is
The following notes are for guidance only:
(710.67mm) to the appliances
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