Rheem 871 Series Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions page 6

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER
HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY
This water heater can deliver water at temperatures which can cause scalding. Check the water temperature
before use, such as when entering a shower or filling a bath or basin, to ensure it is suitable for the
application and will not cause scald injury.
We recommend and it may be required by regulations that an approved temperature limiting device be fitted
into the hot water piping to the bathroom and ensuite when an 871 series water heater is installed. This will
keep the water temperature below 50°C – AU or 55°C – NZ at the bathroom and ensuite. The risk of scald
injury will be reduced and if no controllers are installed and the preset outlet temperature setting has not
been adjusted below 55°C or if a Kitchen controller is installed, still allow hotter water to the kitchen and
laundry.
An 875 series water heater will not deliver temperatures exceeding 50°C, in accordance with Australian
Standard AS 3498. There is no requirement in AS/NZS 3500.4 to fit a temperature limiting device if this water
heater is installed in other than an early childhood centre, school, nursing home or a facility for young, aged,
sick or disabled people.
WARNING
This water heater is only intended to be operated by persons who have the experience or the knowledge and
the capabilities to do so. This water heater is not intended to be operated by persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities i.e. the infirm, or by children. Children should be supervised to ensure they do
not interfere with the water heater.
The water heater uses 240 Volt AC electrical power for operation of the control systems and the combustion
fan. The removal of the front panel will expose 240 V wiring. It must only be removed by a qualified person.
The power lead from the water heater must be plugged into a weatherproof electrical outlet. Take care not to
touch the power plug with wet hands.
SAFETY
This water heater is supplied with temperature sensors, a FlameSafe
relief valve. These devices must not be tampered with or removed. The water heater must not be operated
unless each of these devices is fitted and is in working order.
If the power supply cord or plug is damaged, it must be replaced by a qualified person in order to avoid a
hazard. The power supply cord and plug must be replaced with a genuine replacement part available from
Rheem. Phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent / Centre to arrange for an
inspection.
Warning: For continued safety of this water heater it must be installed, operated and maintained in
accordance with the Owner's Guide and Installation Instructions.
The Rheem warranty may not cover faults if relief valves or other safety devices are tampered with or
if the installation is not in accordance with these instructions.
• Do not store flammable or combustible materials near the water heater.
Flammable liquids (such as petrol), newspapers and similar articles must be
kept well away from the water heater and the flue terminal.
• Do not use aerosols, stain removers and household chemicals near the
water heater whilst it is working. Gases from some aerosol sprays, stain
removers and household chemicals become corrosive when drawn into a flame.
• Do not store swimming pool chemicals, household cleaners, etc., near the
water heater.
• Do not place anything on top of the water heater or in contact with the flue terminal. Ensure the flue
terminal is not obstructed in any way at any time.
• Do not use Propane / Butane gas mixtures in a Propane model. A Propane model is designed to operate
on Propane only. The use of Propane / Butane mixture, such as automotive LPG fuel, in a Propane
model is unsafe and can cause damage to the water heater.
Note: LPG models sold in New Zealand are designed to operate on the Propane / Butane mixture
supplied in New Zealand. An LPG model has an LFZ suffix in its model number.
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