Consumer Information/Responsibilities; Water Heater - Rheem PVG Installation, Operation And Service Manual

CONSUMER RESPONSIBILITIES
This manual has been prepared to acquaint you with the installation, operation and
maintenance of your gas water heater and to provide important safety information
in these areas.
We urge you to read all of the instructions thoroughly before attempting the
installation or operation of this water heater. This manual should be kept for
future reference.
The manufacturer of this water heater will not be liable for any damages caused
by failure to comply with the in-stallation and operating instructions outlined in
this manual.
If you lack the necessary skills required to properly install this water heater or you
have difficulty following the directions, you should not proceed but have a
qualified person perform the installation of this water heater.
A data plate identifying your water heater can be found next to the gas control
valve/thermostat. When referring to your water heater always have the
information listed on the data plate readily available.
Retain your original receipt as proof of purchase.
HIGH ALTITUDE INPUT RATING
The input rating on the data plate of this water heater is for installations up to
2000 feet of elevation. For installations at elevations above 2000 feet, the rating
should be reduced by 4 percent for each 1000 feet above sea level. For correct
orifice at altitudes above 2000 feet: consult the National Fuel Gas Code, your
local utility or water heater supplier.
WATER HEATER MODIFICATION/ TAMPERING
DANGER
TAMPERING WITH THE THERMOSTAT, IGNITER CONTROL, GAS VALVE, OR
TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE IS DANGEROUS AND MAY
RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. TAMPERING VOIDS ALL
WARRANTIES. ONLY PROPERLY
PERSONNEL SHOULD SERVICE THESE COMPONENTS. DO NOT ATTEMPT
TO MODIFY OR CHANGE THIS WATER HEATER IN ANY WAY.
INSULATION BLANKET
Some governing bodies may require the use of external insulation blankets when
water heaters are installed in newly constructed homes and additions. If an
insulation blanket is applied to this water heater CAUTION must be exercised so
as to not restrict its proper function and operation. Please note the following:
•
The space between the base of the water heater and the floor must remain
unobstructed to allow for proper air flow. As time passes, the blanket may
sag and obstruct the air passage resulting in unsafe water heater operation.
• Do not apply an insulation blanket to the top of the water heater as this may
obstruct the draft hood.
•
Do not cover the temperature and pressure relief valve or any labels or
instruction materials applied to the water heater. These labels must remain
visible for reference by the user. Do not remove these labels as they are a
permanent part of the water heater as required by the certification agencies
and/or the Federal Government.
•
Do not cover any access panels leading to burner compartments. Do not
cover the thermostat controls, doors, or the temperature and pressure relief
valve on the water heater.
GAS CONVERSION
DANGER
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO CONVERT THIS WATER HEATER FROM NATURAL
GAS TO L.P. OR FROM L.P. TO NATURAL GAS. THIS CAN RESULT IN
PROPERTY DAMAGE, FIRE, EXPLOSION, BODILY HARM OR DEATH.
TRAINED, QUALIFIED SERVICE
LOCATION REQUIREMENTS AND CONSIDERATIONS
GENERAL INFORMATION
WARNING
DO NOT INSTALL THIS WATER HEATER IN A MOBILE HOME. This water
heater is not approved for installation in a mobile home. DO NOT INSTALL
OUTDOORS. This water heater is certified for indoor installation only. Failure to
follow these instructions could result in FIRE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL
INJURY OR DEATH.
DANGER
AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS (GASOLINE, SOLVENTS, LIQUID
PROPANE, BUTANE, ETC.) OR OTHER SUBSTANCES WHICH EMIT
FLAMMABLE VAPORS ARE STORED MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR WATER
HEATER INSTALLATION. NATURAL AIR MOVEMENTS CAN CARRY
FLAMMABLE VAPORS SOME DISTANCE FROM WHERE THEY ARE STORED
OR USED. NEAR GROUND LEVEL VENTS CAN DRAW THESE VAPORS INTO
THE WATER HEATER WHERE THE PILOT FLAME OR MAIN BURNER CAN
IGNITE THEM CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE, SERIOUS BURNS OR DEATH.
NEVER STORE OR USE FLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES IN THE SAME ROOM OR
AREA CONTAINING A GAS WATER HEATER. IF SUCH FLAMMABLES MUST
BE USED, ALL GAS BURNING APPLIANCES IN THE VICINITY MUST BE
SHUT OFF AND THEIR PILOT LIGHTS EXTINGUISHED. OPEN THE DOORS
AND WINDOWS FOR VENTILATION WHILE FLAMMABLE SUBSTANCES ARE
IN USE.
VAPORS FROM FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS WILL EXPLODE AND CATCH FIRE
CAUSING DEATH OR SEVERE BURNS.
WARNING
FLAMMABLE VAPORS MAY BE DRAWN TO THIS WATER HEATER FROM
OTHER AREAS OF THE STRUCTURE BY AIR CURRENTS.
IMPORTANT: This water heater should not be installed near a corrosive or
potentially corrosive air supply. Water heater corrosion and component failure can
be caused by the heating and breaking down of airborne chemicals. These
materials are corrosive at low concentration levels with little or no odor to reveal
their presence. Examples of potentially corrosive locations and compounds are:
•
Beauty shops, dry cleaning establishments, photo processing labs
•
Liquid or powdered bleaches, swimming pool chemicals, spray can
propellants, cleaning solvents
•
Refrigerants
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Calcium and sodium chloride
•
Waxes and process chemicals
•
Products of this sort should not be stored near the water heater or air inlet.
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