Rheem 265 litre Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions page 6

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER
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 draught diverter or flue terminal.
Gases from some aerosol sprays, stain removers and
household chemicals become corrosive when drawn into a
flame. Do not use aerosols and stain removers near the water
heater whilst it is working.
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 draught diverter or 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.
PRECAUTIONS
Where damage to property can occur in the event of the water heater leaking, the water heater must be
installed in a safe tray. Construction, installation and draining of a safe tray must comply with AS/NZS 3500.4
and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements.
The water heater must be maintained in accordance with the Owner‟s Guide and Installation Instructions.
Refer to "Regular Care"
If this water heater is to be used where an uninterrupted hot water supply is necessary for your application or
business you should ensure that you have back up redundancy within the hot water system design. This
should ensure the continuity of hot water supply in the event that this water heater were to become
inoperable for any reason. We recommend you seek advice from your plumber or specifier about your needs
and building back up redundancy into your hot water supply system.
TO TURN OFF THE WATER HEATER
If it is necessary to turn off the water heater:
Switch off the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the water heater(s).
Close the gas isolation valve(s) at the inlet to the gas control(s).
Close the cold water isolation valve on the cold water line to the water heater(s) to shut down the entire
system, or;
Close the isolation valves on the cold and hot water branches to shut down an individual water heater in
a bank.
TO TURN ON THE WATER HEATER
Open the isolation valves fully on the cold and hot water branches to the water heater(s) installed in a
bank.
Open the cold water isolation valve on the cold water line to the water heater(s). Air will be forced out of
the taps.
Open the gas isolation valve(s) fully at the inlets to the gas control(s).
Switch on the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the water heater(s).
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