Typical Installation - Rheem MPi 551 Series Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

INSTALLATION
ANODE TYPES
The vitreous enamel lined cylinder of the water heater is only covered by the Rheem warranty when the total
dissolved solids (TDS) content in the water is less than 2500 mg/L and when the correct colour coded anode
is used. If an incorrect colour coded anode is used in the water heater, any resultant faults will not be
covered by the Rheem warranty. In addition, the use of an incorrect colour coded anode may shorten the life
of the storage tank. The black anode is typically fitted as standard (refer to "Anode" on page 12).
If an incorrect anode is used, there is also the possibility the anode may become overactive and hydrogen
gas could accumulate in the top of the water heater during long periods of no use. In areas where this is
likely to occur, the installer should instruct the householder on how to dissipate the gas safely (refer to
"Caution" on page 13).
SADDLING - PIPE WORK
To prevent damage to the cylinder when attaching pipe clips or saddles to the water heater jacket, we
recommend the use of self-drilling screws with a maximum length of 13 mm. Should pre drilling be required,
extreme caution must be observed when penetrating the jacket of the water heater.
Note: If the cylinder is damaged as a result of attaching pipe clips or saddles to the jacket, any
resultant faults will not be covered by the Rheem warranty.
TYPICAL INSTALLATON – OUTDOOR LOCATION

TYPICAL INSTALLATION

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