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ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER
SERVICE EVERY TWELVE MONTHS
For safe and efficient operation, it is recommended a service be conducted on the water heater every
twelve (12) months.
Warning: Servicing of a water heater must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Phone Rheem
Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent / Centre.
Note: The service and routine replacement of any components, if required, are not included in the Rheem
warranty. A charge will be made for this work. Only genuine replacement parts should be used on this water
heater.
The service includes the following actions:
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Check and if necessary adjust the gas pressure.
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Check the operation of and clean the burner.
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Check and clean the line strainer.
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Visually check the unit for any potential problems.
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Inspect all connections.
TO TURN OFF THE WATER HEATER
If it is necessary to turn off the water heater:
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Turn off the controller(s) (if fitted) by pressing the on / off ( ) button.
The on / off operating light will go out and the priority light, if it is on, will go out.
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Switch off the electrical supply at the power outlet to the water heater if there is no risk of freezing
conditions occurring (refer to note below).
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Close the gas isolation valve at the inlet to the water heater.
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Close the cold water isolation valve at the inlet to the water heater.
If there is a risk of freezing conditions, the electrical supply to the water heater should not be switched
Note:
off unless the water heater is drained, otherwise damage could result (refer to
"Draining the Water Heater"
and
TO TURN ON THE WATER HEATER
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Screw in the drain plugs at the cold water inlet and hot water outlet of the water heater if the water heater
has been drained.
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Open all of the hot taps in the house (don't forget the shower).
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Open the cold water isolation valve fully at the inlet to the water heater.
Air will be forced out of the taps.
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Close each tap as water flows freely from it.
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Open the gas isolation valve fully at the inlet to the water heater.
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Plug in the power supply cord at the power outlet.
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Switch on the electrical supply at the power outlet to the water heater.
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Turn on a controller, if one is fitted, by pressing the on / off ( ) button.
The on / off operating light and the priority light will both glow.
The water heater will operate automatically when you open a hot tap.
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