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Rheem Gas Domestic Indoor Water Heater Installation And Owner's Manual

Rheem Gas Domestic Indoor Water Heater Installation And Owner's Manual

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Gas Domestic Indoor
Water Heater
This water heater must be installed and serviced by a qualified person.
Please leave this guide with the householder.

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  • Page 1: Installation Instructions

    Owner’s Guide Installation Instructions Gas Domestic Indoor Water Heater 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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS HOUSEHOLDER – We recommend you read pages 4 to 19. The other pages are intended for the installer but may be of interest. About Your Water Heater ............4 Regular Care ................9 Water Supplies ................13 Save A Service Call ..............17 Installation ..................

  • Page 4: About Your Water Heater

    Its use in an application other than this may shorten its life. MODEL TYPE ® The Rheem water heater model you have chosen is suitable for indoor installation only. ® The model is a 300 series Rheemglas water heater.
  • Page 5 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 6 Owner‟s Guide and Installation Instructions. 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 7 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 23, 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 8 ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER HOW DO I KNOW IF THE WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED CORRECTLY? Installation requirements are shown on pages 28. The water heater must be installed: by a qualified person, and in accordance with the installation instructions, and in compliance with Standards AS/NZS 3500.4, AS 5601 or AS/NZS 5601.1, as applicable under local regulations, and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements.

  • Page 9: Regular Care

    Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent. Note: The annual 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 10 Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent. Note: The five year service and routine replacement of any components, such as the 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 11 REGULAR CARE MINOR SIX MONTH MAINTENANCE It is recommended minor maintenance be performed every six months by the dwelling occupant. The minor maintenance includes: Operate the easing lever on the temperature pressure relief valve. It is very important you raise and lower the lever gently. Refer to “Temperature Pressure Relief Valve”...
  • Page 12 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...

  • Page 13: Water Supplies

    Rheem warranty. In addition, the use of an incorrect colour coded anode may shorten the life of the water heater cylinder.
  • Page 14 WATER SUPPLIES TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS & CONDUCTIVITY (vitreous enamel lined water heater cylinder) no warranty applies warranty applies to a vitreous enamel lined water heater cylinder if the to a vitreous correct coloured anode is used for the TDS / conductivity level of water enamel lined water heater TOTAL DISSOLVED SOLIDS (TDS) - mg/L...
  • Page 15 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 16 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: Water Chemistry Component Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) >...

  • Page 17: Save A Service Call

    Warning: Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. 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.
  • Page 18 The gas control must be turned off using the knob on top of the gas control thermostat (refer to “Close Down Procedure” on page 36). Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent to arrange for inspection. EXPANSION CONTROL VALVE RUNNING...
  • Page 19 An increase in hot water usage will result in an increase in water heater operation. Has your water heating tariff rate been increased by your gas retailer since your previous account? IF YOU HAVE CHECKED ALL THE FOREGOING AND STILL BELIEVE YOU NEED ASSISTANCE, PHONE RHEEM SERVICE OR THEIR NEAREST ACCREDITED SERVICE AGENT.

  • Page 20: 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: by a qualified person, and in accordance with the installation instructions, and...
  • Page 21 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 22 INSTALLATION SECONDARY FLUE A secondary flue must be installed with an indoor water heater to discharge combustion products outside the building. The water heater is supplied with a draught diverter and adaptor assembly, designed to receive a 75 mm diameter flue. Remove the draught diverter and adaptor assembly from the protective packaging.
  • Page 23 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 29). Model 130 –...
  • Page 24 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 25 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 26 Rheem warranty. In addition, the use of an incorrect colour coded anode may shorten the life of the water heater cylinder.
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION DIMENSIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA Model 300 135 300 170 Storage capacity litres Mass (tank) Empty Full Dimensions 300 135 mm 1615 425 500 988 328 297 1490 58 490 213 75 300 170 mm 1915 425 500 1213 403 297 1790 58 490 213 75...
  • Page 28 INSTALLATION TYPICAL INSTALLATION – INDOOR LOCATION Hourly Gas Min. Gas Test Point Gas Max. Gas Gas Details Consumption Pressure Pressure Pressure (MJ) (kPa) (kPa) (kPa) 135, 170 135, 170 Natural 1.13 1.00 1.00 3.50 Propane 2.75 2.70 2.70 3.50 Butane 2.75 2.70 2.70...

  • Page 29: 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 30 CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING PIPE SIZES To achieve true mains pressure operation, the cold water line to the water heater should be the same size or bigger than the hot water line from the water heater. The pipe sizing for hot water supply systems should be carried out by persons competent to do so, choosing the most suitable pipe size for each individual application.
  • Page 31 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 32 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.

  • Page 33: 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). Open the cold water isolation valve fully to the water heater.

  • Page 34: Lighting The Water Heater

    If the gas smell is throughout the area, turn the gas control knob clockwise to the “” (off) position and then turn off the isolation valve on the gas line to the water heater. Leave the area and call Rheem Service or a qualified service technician.
  • Page 35 LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Using the gas control light the water heater as follows: Stop, read the safety information on page 34. Turn the gas control knob fully clockwise to the “” (off) position. Remove the front cover. Wait five (5) minutes so any build up of unburnt gas can escape.
  • Page 36 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.

  • Page 37: 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: Turn off the water heater (refer to “To Turn Off The Water Heater” page 33). Close all hot water taps.

  • Page 38: Warranty

    2.1 The decision of whether to repair or replace a faulty component is at Rheem’s sole discretion. 2.2 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 39 3. WHAT IS COVERED BY THE RHEEM WARRANTY FOR THE WATER HEATERS DETAILED IN THIS DOCUMENT 3.1 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 40 6.2 The Rheem warranty (set out above) is in addition to any rights and remedies that you may have under the Australian Consumer Law.

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