Installation - Rheem 610340 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

THIS STORAGE TANK IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING
INSTALLATION STANDARDS
The storage tank must be installed:
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by a qualified person, and
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in accordance with the installation instructions, and
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in compliance with Standard AS/NZS 3500.4 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements.
In New Zealand the installation must also conform to the New Zealand Building Code.
All packaging materials must be removed from the storage tank prior to its installation. This includes the
removal of the cardboard base of the carton from the underside of the storage tank.
STORAGE TANK APPLICATION
This storage tank is designed for the purpose of storing heated potable water. Its use in an application other
than this may shorten its life.
If this storage tank is to be used where an uninterrupted hot water supply is necessary for the application or
business, then there should be back-up redundancy within the hot water system design. This should ensure
the continuity of hot water supply in the event that this storage tank was to become inoperable for any reason.
We recommend you provide advice to the system owner about their needs and building back-up redundancy
into the hot water supply system.
Note: AS 3498 requires that a water heater provides the means to inhibit the growth of Legionella bacteria in
potable water.
If this storage tank is installed as part of a solar water heater to an in-series storage water heater, then this
requirement of AS 3498 can be satisfied provided the storage water heater is energised and the thermostat
setting is 60°C or higher.
If this storage tank is installed as part of a solar water heater to an in-series continuous flow gas booster, then
this requirement of AS 3498 can be satisfied provided the booster is energised, its preset outlet temperature
setting is 70°C or higher and a remote temperature controller is not used.
STORAGE TANK LOCATION
This storage tank is suitable for either outdoor or indoor installation. Whether located outdoor or indoor, the
storage tank should be installed either close to the most frequently used outlets or with a circulated flow and
return system, and its position chosen with safety and service in mind.
Clearance must be allowed for servicing of the storage tank. The
storage tank must be accessible without the use of a ladder or scaffold.
Make sure the temperature pressure relief valve lever is accessible and
the thermostat (Tankstat) if fitted can be removed for service.
You must be able to read the information on the rating plate. If possible
leave headroom of one storage tank height so the anode can be
inspected or replaced. Remember you may have to take the entire
storage tank out later for servicing.
The storage tank is to be installed at ground or floor level and must
stand vertically upright on a stable base as acceptable to local
authorities. The base of the storage tank is made of corrosion resistant
material, and it may be placed directly in contact with the supporting
surface. It is not necessary to allow for free air circulation under the
base of the storage tank.

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