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LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
Warning: This gas water heater is designed to operate reliably and safely as
long as the operating instructions are followed exactly. You must comply with
these lighting instructions at every stage.
Make sure the water heater is filled with water and the water supply is on,
otherwise serious damage to the vitreous enamel cylinder lining and
plastic components may occur.
The installer must check all gas connections for leaks, gas supply pressure and
test point pressure (refer rating label). Remove the access cover at the front of
the water heater to access the gas thermostat.
Note: AS 3498 requires that a water heater provides the means to inhibit the
growth of Legionella bacteria in potable water. This water heater can satisfy this
AS 3498 requirement provided it is operating and the thermostat setting is 60°C
or higher, including when it is used as an in-series booster water heater for a
solar water heater.
SAFETY INFORMATION
An igniter button is used to light the pilot. When lighting the pilot follow the
A.
lighting instructions exactly.
DANGER: Only press the igniter button when the gas control knob is in
the "" (pilot) position.
BEFORE LIGHTING ensure there is no smell of gas near the water heater
B.
and the burner opening. Be sure to smell next to ground level as gas can
settle there.
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
C.
Do not try to light the water heater.
Turn the gas control knob clockwise to the "⚫" (off) position, then turn off
the isolation valve in the gas line to the water heater.
Leave the area and call Rheem Service or a qualified service technician.
D.
Use only your hand to turn the gas control knob, never use tools. If the
control knob will not turn by hand, call Rheem Service or a qualified service
technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire or explosion.
If the water heater has been damaged DO NOT attempt to operate it - call
E.
Rheem Service or a qualified service technician.
DURING LIGHTING: Ensure you KEEP YOUR FACE higher than the gas
F.
control at all times.
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