About Your Water Heater; Safety; General Maintenance; Condensate Trap - Rheem 27 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER

Warning
This water heater is only intended to be operated by persons who have the experience or the knowledge and
the capabilities to do so. This water heater is not intended to be operated by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities i.e. the infirm, or by children. Children should be supervised to ensure they do
not interfere with the water heater.
The water heater uses 240 Volt AC electrical power for operation of the control systems and the combustion
fan. The removal of the front panel will expose 240 V wiring. It must only be removed by an authorised or
qualified person.
The power lead from the water heater must be plugged into an electrical outlet. Take care not to touch the
power plug with wet hands.

SAFETY

This water heater is supplied with temperature sensors, a FlameSafe
relief valve. These devices must not be tampered with or removed. The water heater must not be operated
unless each of these devices is fitted and is in working order.
If the power supply cord or plug is damaged, it must be replaced by an authorised person in order to avoid a
hazard. The power supply cord and plug must be replaced with a genuine replacement part available from
Rheem. Phone your nearest Rheem Service Department or Accredited Service Centre to arrange for an
inspection.
Warning: For continued safety of this water heater it must be installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with the Owner's Guide and Installation Instructions.
The warranty can become void if relief valves or other safety devices are tampered with or if the
installation is not in accordance with these instructions.
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Do not store flammable or combustible materials near
the water heater. Flammable liquids (such as petrol),
newspapers and similar articles must be kept well away
from the water heater and the flue terminal.
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Do not use aerosols, stain removers and household
chemicals near the water heater whilst it is working. Gases
from some aerosol sprays stain removers and household
chemicals become corrosive when drawn into a flame.
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Do not store swimming pool chemicals, household
cleaners, etc., near the water heater.
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Do not place anything on top of the water heater or in
contact with the flue terminal. Ensure the flue terminal is not
obstructed in any way at any time.
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Do not use Propane / Butane gas mixtures in a Propane model. A Propane model is designed to operate
on Propane only. The use of Propane / Butane mixture, such as automotive LPG fuel, in a Propane
model is unsafe and can cause damage to the water heater.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

The jacket of the water heater can be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm mild soapy water. Under no
circumstances should abrasive materials or powders be used.

Condensate Trap

A condensate trap may be installed as part of a condensate drain line from the secondary flue system.
Regularly check a condensate trap, if one is installed, to ensure it is filled with water.
To check and / or refill a trap with water,. If a trap is dry or the water level is low, then a trap must be refilled.
Warning: Failure to fill a Condensate Trap with water may cause flue gases to escape through the drain
line.
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