Rheem 800 Series Owner's Manual page 40

LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER
TEST THE WATER HEATER AFTER INSTALLATION
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The operation of the water heater must be thoroughly checked by the
installer.
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The burner flame must light smoothly and quickly from the pilot flame, and
must go out quietly and completely.
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The main burner flame must be stable, although slight lifting at the front edge
of the burner is acceptable when the burner is cold.
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The main burner flame should be blue, with a clearly defined inner cone -
luminous yellow or "floating" flames are not acceptable, and must be
corrected by opening the air shutter (refer to
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Check the test point pressure and compare with the rating label. The pressure
regulator is not adjustable and if the test point pressure is not within 5% of
the specified value, refer to Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited
Service Agent.
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If unable to get the water heater working properly, contact Rheem Service or
their nearest Accredited Service Agent.
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When satisfied everything is working properly instruct the user in the correct
method of operation.
AIR SHUTTER
The air shutter is a hinged flap in the burner aeration tube. It may require
adjustment on installation.
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For a Propane model, the air shutter should be fully open.
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The shutter is held in place by a screw on the side of the burner aeration tube.
Note: A Natural gas model does not have an
air shutter.
CLOSE DOWN PROCEDURE
1. Turn the gas control knob to the
"" position (pilot). This setting will leave
the pilot flame alight however the main
burner will not be able to light.
2. Turn the gas control knob to the "" (off)
position. This setting shuts the gas control
down completely.
"Air Shutter"
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