Installation - System - Rheem 511161 Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

THIS WATER HEATER IS FOR OUTDOOR INSTALLATION ONLY, IF AN IN-SERIES GAS BOOSTER IS
MOUNTED ON THE STORAGE TANK.
THIS WATER HEATER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING.
The system is suitable for installation with 1 x CSA2612 or 1 or 2 x LCS or 1 or 2 x NPT200 solar collector(s).
The system is not suitable for installation above 400 metres altitude.
A CSA2612 or LCS or NPT200 solar collector(s) may be installed up to 90° from the optimum orientation when
installed as part of this system.
In Victoria, an approved 161 tank system with 1 x CSA2612 solar collector installed within the Regulation
Compliance Zone achieves compliance to new home legislation for water heating. Outside of the compliance
zone 2 x LCS solar collectors should be used to achieve compliance.
In areas other than Victoria, 2 x LCS solar collectors should not be installed with this system.
IMPORTANT NOTES
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Working on roofs is and should always be considered a hazardous activity, particularly early in the
morning, late in the evening, when the roof is wet and during and after periods of rain.
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All work must be carried out in accordance with Local, State and Federal Occupational Safety, Health and
Welfare Regulations. In particular, the requirements for safety whilst manual lifting, working at heights and
on roofs.
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Installers must be competently trained in:
Height Hazard Assessment
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Working at Height Procedures
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Assessment / Use / Wearing of correct height safety equipment (harnesses etc.)
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All other relevant safety factors specific to the installation and maintenance work to be compliant with
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suitable Occupational, Health and Safety Regulations / Codes.
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All relevant permits shall be obtained from the regulatory authorities before commencing work to install
the solar hot water system.
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All work carried out must be performed by appropriately qualified tradespeople or be suitably supervised
for trades assistant duties.
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Every care must be taken to protect and warn occupants of the building and the public from personal injury
which may occur from falling tools, roof materials, fittings or any other hazards of a general nature.
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Advise the occupants of any inconvenience which may occur due to disconnection of existing water and
electrical supplies.
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The connection, attachment, integration or general association of other equipment or parts which either
directly or indirectly affect the operation or performance of this equipment could void the Rheem warranty.
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All packaging materials must be removed from the solar storage tank prior to its installation. This includes
the removal of the cardboard base of the carton from the underside of the solar storage tank.
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