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Rheem Residential 30 Use And Care Manual

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WARNING:
This water heater is not suitable
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for use in manufactured (mobile) homes!
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WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly,
a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
FOR YOUR SAFETY!
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— Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids or other
combustible materials in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance. To do so may result in an
explosion or fire.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
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use any phone in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a
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neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's
instructions.
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Printed in USA
Use & Care Manual
With Installation Instructions for the Installer

Residential Gas -

Water Heaters

Residential 30, 38, 40, 50 and 60 Gallon with Electronic Control
The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, to provide the installer with the basic directions
and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; and two,
for the owner–operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and
troubleshooting of the water heater. This manual also includes a parts list.
It is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water heater
read the instructions carefully so they may understand how to perform these operations. If you
do not understand these instructions or any terms within it, seek professional advice.
Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater
should be directed to the seller from whom it was purchased. If additional information is
required, refer to the section on "If you need service."
Do not destroy this manual. Please read carefully and keep in a safe place for future
reference.
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Recognize this symbol as an indication of Important Safety Information!
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the
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State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
FVIR Certified
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
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the fire department.
Do not return to your home until authorized
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by the gas supplier or fire department.
— Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property
damage, personal injury, or death. Refer to
this manual. Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
AP16801 (04/13)

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  • Page 1: Residential Gas

    FVIR Certified Water Heaters Residential 30, 38, 40, 50 and 60 Gallon with Electronic Control The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, to provide the installer with the basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; and two, for the owner–operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    head Safety Information Safety Precautions ..3–6 FOR YOUR RECORDS subtext LP Gas Models ... 5 Write the model and serial numbers here: Installation Instructions Location .
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater. It may save you time and money. Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death.

  • Page 4: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. DANGER! WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of a water heater’s gas control. Water temperatures above 125°F can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined on the label pictured below.
  • Page 5 DANGER! LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM (LP - PROPANE OR BUTANE) AND NATURAL GAS MODELS LP and Natural gas have an odorant added to aid in detecting a gas leak. Some people may not physically be able to smell or recognize this odorant. If you are unsure or unfamiliar with the smell of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier.

  • Page 6: Safety Precautions

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

  • Page 7: Location

    Installing the water heater. This water heater must be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility company requirements, and/or in the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of the American National Standard/National Fuel Gas Code. A copy can be purchased from either the American Gas Association, 400 N.

  • Page 8: Inspect Shipment

    Installing the water heater. Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for possible type of gas supplied corresponds to the damage. Check the markings on the rating water heater requirements. plate of the water heater to be certain the Combustion and Ventilation Air Proper operation of the water heater (but not less than 100 square inches), if requires air for combustion and...

  • Page 9: Thermal Expansion

    Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the inlet pressure increase in the water heater and water line. Check with your local water system piping. This rapid pressure increase can utility company. It may have been installed quickly reach the safety setting of the relief in the cold water line as a separate back flow valve, causing it to operate during each heating preventer, or it may be part of a pressure...

  • Page 10: Relief Valve

    Installing the water heater. A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and must remain in the opening provided and marked for the purpose on the water heater. No valve of any type should be installed between the relief valve and the tank.

  • Page 11: Gas Supply

    WARNING: DO NOT attempt to convert this water heater for use with a different type of gas other than the type shown on the rating plate. Such conversion could result in hazardous operating conditions. Gas Supply The branch gas supply line to the water Where a sediment trap is not incorporated heater should be clean 1/2”...

  • Page 12: Insulation Blankets

    Installing the water heater. Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets, available to the CAUTION: If local codes require the WARNING: If local codes general public, for external use on gas application of an external insulation require external application water heaters are not necessary. The blanket to this water heater, pay careful of insulation blanket kits purpose of an insulation blanket is to...
  • Page 13 V Vent Terminal X Air Supply Inlet Area Where Terminal Is Not Permitted US Installations A = Clearance above grade, veranda, porch, 12 in. (30 cm) deck or balcony B = Clearance to window or door that may be 4 ft. (1.2 m) below or to side of opening; 1 ft (300 m) above opened opening C = Clearance to permanately closed window...

  • Page 14: Pipe Insulation

    Installing the water heater. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation Typical vertical piping arrangement Typical horizontal piping arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some Please install the insulation, according water heaters have been supplied with to the illustrations above, that best meets pipe insulation.
  • Page 15 During Installation of this water heater. DON’T DO check inlet gas pressure to ensure DON’T block or restrict Combustion ❑ ❑ that it is within the range specified on the Air Inlet Openings located around the lower rating plate. portion of the water heater jacket. ❑...

  • Page 16: Installation Checklist

    Installation Checklist A. Water Heater Location ❑ Close to area of vent. ❑ Provisions made to protect area from water damage. ❑ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ❑ Sufficient room to service heater. ❑ Proper clearance from combustible surfaces ❑...

  • Page 17: Potable/Space Heating

    Supplemental instructions for gas water heaters installed in potable/space heating applications. Local codes or plumbing authority requirements may vary from the instructions or diagrams provided in this manual and take precedent over these instructions. Combination Potable and Space Heating Application Hot water supply to Tee fitting must be installed as shown.

  • Page 18: Lighting The Water Heater

    Lighting the water heater. Before operating this water heater, be sure to read and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so can result in unsafe operation of the water heater resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.

  • Page 19: Water Temperature

    Operating the water heater. CAUTION: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this water heater that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! To dissipate such gas and to reduce risk of injury, it is recommended that the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system.
  • Page 20 Operating the water heater. Water Temperature Setting… Maximum water temperatures occur just Therefore, always remember to test the after the burner has shut off. To determine water temperature with your hand before the water temperature, turn on a hot water use and remember that hotter water faucet and place a thermometer in the increases the risk of scald injury.

  • Page 21: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning of the water heater. Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off gas to the water In order to drain the water heater, turn off gas control heater at the (thermostat) the cold water supply. Open a hot water gas cock or manual shut-off valve before faucet or lift the handle on the relief valve draining water.

  • Page 22: Venting System Inspection

    Care and cleaning of the water heater. Venting System Inspection Inspect the gas venting system and the opening after 5 minutes of burner chimney. operation. Use a flame of a match or candle or smoke. Make certain the vent connector from the draft hood to the chimney is properly positioned and securely attached.

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Tips

    Before You Call For Service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off device that shuts the operation of the water heater down if undesirable combustion conditions occur.
  • Page 24 Before You Call For Service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off device that shuts the operation of the water heater down if undesirable combustion conditions occur.

  • Page 25: Staus Light Codes

    Combination Gas Control, Status Light Troubleshooting STATUS LIGHT CODE FLASHES STATUS If the Status Light is not blinking, relight the Pilot. To light Pilot, see Lighting Instructions Control O /Pilot Out on water heater. If Status Light blinks more Normal Operation than one ash every three seconds, see Installation Instructions.

  • Page 26: Parts List

    Replacement Parts. For 30, 38, 40, 50, and 60 gallon models using natural or LP gas. Instructions For Placing a Parts Order All parts orders should include: Part description (as noted below) and The model and serial number of the number of parts desired.
  • Page 27 Notes:...

  • Page 28: If You Need Service

    2. Should your problem not be solved to your complete satisfaction, you should then contact the Manufacturer’s National Service Department at the following address: Rheem Manufacturing Co. Water Heater Division 1241 Carwood Court Montgomery, Alabama 36117 Phone: 1-866-279-4566.

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