Remote Control Installation - Rheem RTGH-95XLP-2 Use And Care Manual

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Remote Control Installation

WARNING:
Field wiring connections and electrical grounding must
comply with local codes or, in the absence of local codes,
with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/
NFPA 70, or in Canada, Canadian Electrical Code, CAN/CSA
C22.1, Part 1.
NOTICE:
Remote control cable needs to be type CL3R/CMR shielded
security wire equivalent (18 AWG) and need not to be
polarity-sensitive.
It is not recommended to have wiring exposed.
DO NOT apply sealant to remote control cable.
DO NOT use network cable, telephone wire, or any twisted-
pair cable.
Connecting the MAIN (UMC-117) Remote Control to a
Wall:
1
Drill a 1- to 1 1/2-in. (2.5/3.8-cm) hole at the proposed
control location. Install the remote control cable
between the location of the remote control and the
water heater.
2
Remove the remote control from the base plate.
3
Feed the remote control cable through the large center
hole in the base plate.
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4
Install the base plate to the wall using suitable screws
and wall anchors.
NOTICE:
The tabs on the base plate should always point out.
5
Connect the remote control to the remote control cable.
6
Position the remote control on the base plate.
NOTICE:
The tabs on the base plate should line up with the slots on
the back of the remote control.
Secure the remote control to the base plate with one screw
into the bottom tab.
NOTICE:
DO NOT attempt to connect the remote control or control
wire to the water heater while the water heater has power
applied to it. Damage to the water heater will occur. DO
NOT cut or strip the wiring while it is connected to the
water heater or while the water heater has power applied
to it.