Installation Checklist - Rheem Single and Double Element Models Use & Care Manual

B. Non-metallic sheathed cable or metallic conduit or metallic sheathed
cable not approved for use as a ground conductor shall include a
separate conductor for grounding. It should be attached to the ground
terminals of the water heater and the wiring junction bracket. (Refer
to Fig. 3)
CAUTION
!
The manufacturer's warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused
by installation, attachment or use of any type of energy saving or other
unapproved devices (other than those authorized by the manufacturer) into,
onto or in conjunction with the water heater. The use of unauthorized en-
ergy saving devices may shorten the life of the water heater and may en-
danger life and property. The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for
such loss or injury resulting from the use of such unauthorized devices.
A. Water Heater Location
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Close to area of heated water demand.
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Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures.
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Area free of flammable vapors.
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Provisions made to protect area from water damage.
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Sufficient room to service water heater.
B. Water Supply
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Water heater completely filled with water.
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Water heater and piping air vented
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Water connections tight and free of leaks
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If local codes require external application of insulation blanket kits the
manufacturer's instructions included with the kit must be carefully fol-
lowed.
WARNING
!
Application of any external insulation to this water heater will require care-
ful attention to the following:
• Do not cover the temperature and pressure relief valve.
• Do not cover jacket access panels to thermostats and heating
elements.
• Do not cover electrical junction box of water heater.
• Do not cover operating or warning labels attached to the water
heater nor attempt to relocate them on exterior of insulation blan-
ket.
C. Relief Valve
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Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve properly installed
and discharge line run to open drain
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Discharge line protected from freezing.
D. Wiring
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Power supply voltage agrees with water heater rating plate.
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Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of proper size.
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Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded.
Date of Installation
5
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