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- Page 1 Owner’s Guide Installation Instructions Gas Domestic Indoor Water Heater 800 Series This water heater must be installed and serviced by a qualified person. Please leave this guide with the householder.
- Page 2 PATENTS This water heater may be protected by one or more patents or registered designs in the name of Rheem Australia Pty Ltd. TRADEMARKS ® Registered trademark of Rheem Australia Pty Ltd.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Rheem warranty. We recommend you read pages 8 to 23, and the terms of the Rheem warranty on pages 4 to 7. The other pages are intended for the installer but may be of interest. -
Page 4: Warranty
The decision of whether to repair or replace a faulty component is at Rheem’s sole discretion. If you require a call out and we find that the fault is not covered by the Rheem warranty, you are responsible for our standard call out charge. If you wish to have the relevant component repaired or replaced by Rheem, that service will be at your cost. - Page 5 GAS WATER HEATER 800 SERIES 135, 170 MODELS Where the water heater is installed outside the boundaries of a metropolitan area as defined by Rheem or further than 25 km from either a regional Rheem branch office or an Accredited Rheem Service Agent's office, the cost of transport, insurance and travelling between the nearest branch office or Rheem Accredited Service Agent’s office and the installed site shall be the...
- Page 6 3. WHAT IS COVERED BY THE RHEEM WARRANTY FOR THE WATER HEATERS DETAILED IN THIS DOCUMENT Rheem will repair or replace a faulty component of your water heater if it fails to operate in accordance with its specifications as follows:...
- Page 7 (from the rating label on the water heater) b) Rheem will arrange for the water heater to be tested and assessed on- site. If Rheem determines that you have a valid warranty claim, Rheem will...
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Page 8: About Your Water Heater
The Rheem water heater model you have chosen is suitable for indoor installation only. ® The model is an 800 series Rheemglas water heater. Water is stored in a vitreous enamel lined steel cylinder and heated by a gas burner located under the cylinder. - Page 9 ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY This water heater can deliver water at temperatures which can cause scalding. Check the water temperature before use, such as when entering a shower or filling a bath or basin, to ensure it is suitable for the application and will not cause scald injury.
- Page 10 The water heater must not be operated unless each of these devices is fitted and is in working order. The Rheem warranty may not cover faults if relief valves or other safety devices are tampered with or if the installation is not in accordance with these instructions.
- Page 11 ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER MAINS PRESSURE The water heater is designed to operate at mains pressure by connecting directly to the mains water supply. If the mains supply pressure in your area exceeds that shown on page 27, a pressure limiting valve must be fitted. The supply pressure should be greater than 350 kPa for true mains pressure operation to be achieved.
- Page 12 ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER HOW DO I KNOW IF THE WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED CORRECTLY? Installation requirements are shown on pages 32. The water heater must be installed: by a qualified person, and in accordance with the installation instructions, and ...
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Page 13: Maintenance Requirements
Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent. Note: The service and routine replacement of any components, if required, are not included in the Rheem warranty. A charge will be made for this work. Only genuine replacement parts should be used on this water heater. - Page 14 Note: The major service and routine replacement of any components, such as an anode and relief valve(s), are not included in the Rheem warranty. A charge will be made for this work. Only genuine replacement parts should be used on this water heater.
- Page 15 If water does not flow freely from the drain line when the lever is lifted, then the water heater should be checked by Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent. The expansion control valve should be checked for performance or replaced at intervals not exceeding five (5) years, or more frequently in areas where there is a high incidence of water deposits.
- Page 16 If water does not flow freely from the drain line when the lever is lifted, then the water heater must be checked. Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent to arrange for an inspection. The temperature pressure relief valve should be replaced at intervals not exceeding five (5) years, or more frequently in areas where there is a high “Water Supplies”...
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Page 17: Water Supplies
Rheem warranty. In addition, the use of an incorrect colour coded anode may shorten the life of the water heater cylinder. - Page 18 WATER SUPPLIES TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS (TDS) mg/L 2500 (CONDUCTIVITY - μS/cm) (60) (215) (570) (860) (3570) Green Black Blue Blue above 2500 mg/L (3570 μS/cm), warranty applies to a vitreous enamel lined water heater cylinder if the correct coloured anode no warranty applies to a is used for the TDS / conductivity level of the water vitreous enamel lined...
- Page 19 Where the saturation index exceeds +0.40, the water is very scaling. An expansion control valve must be fitted on the cold water line after the non-return valve to protect and for the Rheem warranty to apply to the temperature pressure relief valve and water heater cylinder.
- Page 20 The water heater and its components are not suitable for certain water chemistries. Those chemistries are listed below. If the water heater is connected at any time to a water supply with the following water chemistry, the Rheem warranty will not cover any resultant faults on the components listed below:...
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Page 21: Save A Service Call
Water heater size Do you have the correct size water heater for your requirements? The sizing guide in the Rheem sales literature and on the Rheem website (www.rheem.com.au) suggests average sizes that may be needed. WATER NOT HOT ENOUGH You may find that due to heavy hot water usage the water temperature may be lower than normally expected. - Page 22 The gas control must be turned off using the knob on top of the gas control “Close Down Procedure” thermostat (refer to on page 40). Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent to arrange for inspection. EXPANSION CONTROL VALVE RUNNING...
- Page 23 Has your water heating tariff rate been increased by your gas retailer since your previous bill? IF YOU HAVE CHECKED ALL THE FOREGOING AND STILL BELIEVE YOU NEED ASSISTANCE, PHONE RHEEM SERVICE OR THEIR NEAREST ACCREDITED SERVICE AGENT.
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Page 24: Installation
INSTALLATION THIS WATER HEATER IS FOR INDOOR INSTALLATION ONLY. THIS WATER HEATER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING. Check the water heater is suitable for the gas type available. (refer to the rating label on the water heater) INSTALLATION STANDARDS The water heater must be installed: ... - Page 25 INSTALLATION WATER HEATER LOCATION The water heater should be installed close to the most frequently used outlet and its position chosen with safety and service in mind. Make sure people (particularly children) will not touch the flue outlet. Clearance must be allowed for servicing of the water heater.
- Page 26 INSTALLATION SECONDARY FLUE A secondary flue must be installed with an indoor gas water heater to discharge combustion products outside the building. Warning: Do not use an unlined masonry chimney as the flue for this water heater. The water heater is supplied with a draught diverter and adaptor assembly, designed to receive a 75 mm diameter flue.
- Page 27 INSTALLATION MAINS WATER SUPPLY Where the mains water supply pressure exceeds that shown in the table below, an approved pressure limiting valve is required and should be fitted as shown in the installation diagram (refer to diagram on page 33). 130 –...
- Page 28 INSTALLATION HOT WATER DELIVERY This water heater can deliver water at temperatures which can cause scalding. It is necessary and we recommend that a temperature limiting device be fitted between the water heater and the hot water outlets in any ablution and public areas such as a bathroom, ensuite or public amenities, to reduce the risk of scalding.
- Page 29 INSTALLATION CIRCULATED HOT WATER FLOW AND RETURN SYSTEM If a Rheem water heater is to be installed as part of a circulated hot water flow and return system, a storage water heater able to provide a hot water outlet temperature of at least 60°C must be used. Note: The thermostat must always be set to at least 60°C.
- Page 30 Rheem warranty. In addition, the use of an incorrect colour coded anode may shorten the life of the water heater cylinder.
- Page 31 INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA Model 800 135 800 170 Storage capacity litres Mass (tank) Cartoned Full Dimensions 800 135 mm 1615 425 500 988 328 298 1490 58 490 213 75 800 170 mm 1915 425 500 1213 403 298 1790 58 490 213 75...
- Page 32 INSTALLATION TYPICAL INSTALLATION – INDOOR LOCATION Hourly Min. Test Point Max. Main Pilot Injector Injector Details Consumption Pressure Pressure Pressure Orifice Number (MJ) (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) (mm) 135, 170 135, 170 135, 170 135, 170 135, 170 135, 170 2.45 Natural 1.13 1.00...
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Page 33: Connections - Plumbing
CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING All plumbing work must be carried out by a qualified person and in compliance with the Standard AS/NZS 3500.4 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements. All gas work must be carried out by a qualified person and in compliance with the Standard AS 5601 or AS/NZS 5601.1, as applicable under local regulations, and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements. - Page 34 CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING This water heater is intended to be permanently connected to the water mains and not connected by a hose-set. A braided flexible hose or semi-flexible connector may be used for connection to the water heater, where permitted by AS/NZS 3500.4.
- Page 35 CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING RELIEF VALVE DRAIN DN15 copper drain lines must be fitted to the temperature pressure relief valve and expansion control valve (if one is installed) to carry the discharge clear of the water heater. Connect the drain lines to the valves using disconnection unions.
- Page 36 Warning: Always isolate the water heater before pressure testing the gas supply system. Disconnect the water heater after the isolating cock to prevent the risk of serious damage to the gas control. The Rheem warranty does not cover damage of any nature resulting from failure to observe this precaution.
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Page 37: Commissioning
COMMISSIONING TO FILL AND TURN ON THE WATER HEATER The gas pilot or burner must not be lit until the water heater is filled with water. Open all of the hot water taps in the house (don’t forget the shower). ... -
Page 38: Lighting The Water Heater
Turn the gas control knob clockwise to the “” (off) position, then turn off the isolation valve in the gas line to the water heater. Leave the area and call Rheem Service or a qualified service technician. Use only your hand to turn the gas control knob, never use tools. If the control knob will not turn by hand, call a qualified service technician. - Page 39 LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Stop, read the safety information on page 38. Remove the front cover below the gas control. DANGER: If the main burner or pilot flame is extinguished for any reason during the lighting process, ALWAYS turn the gas control knob to the “”...
- Page 40 Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent. If unable to get the water heater working properly, contact Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent. When satisfied everything is working properly instruct the user in the correct method of operation.
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Page 41: Draining The Water Heater
DRAINING THE WATER HEATER Warning: Exercise care, as water discharged from the water heater may be of a very high temperature. To drain the water heater: “To Turn Off The Water Heater” Turn off the water heater (refer to page 37). - Page 42 This page is intentionally blank.
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- Page 44 Revision Date: 2019 February 122630B...