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WATER HEATER APPLICATION
THIS WATER HEATER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING.
This water heater is designed for the purpose of heating potable water or for hydronic heating
applications. Its use in an application other than this may shorten its life.
If this water heater is to be used where an uninterrupted hot water supply is necessary for the application
or business, then there should be redundancy within the hot water system design. This should ensure
the continuity of hot water supply in the event that this water heater was to become inoperable for any
reason. We recommend you provide advice to the system owner about their needs and building backup
redundancy into the hot water supply system.
Check the water heater is suitable for the gas type available. The gas type is shown on the water
heater rating label.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN FULL
INSPECTION OF EQUIPMENT
Check the water heater and associated equipment for any damage. DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE
ANY WATER HEATER THAT HAS BEEN DAMAGED. ANY ADDITIONAL DAMAGE OR FAULTS
CAUSED BY UNAUTHORISED START UP MAY NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY.
INSTALLATIONS AT ELEVATION
Rated inputs are suitable for up to 600 m elevation without de-rating. Contact Rheem for installations
at altitudes 600 m and above sea level. The product is suitable for installations at altitudes up to 3050m
above sea level (adjustments may be required).
WATER HEATER LOCATIONS
This water heater is suitable for outdoor or indoor installation. The flueing will depend on where the
water heater is installed and the location of the flue terminal. The following configurations are
supported by Rheem:
Outdoor - (refer to Fig: 5, 6, 7 on page 33)
Indoor:
a) Room sourced air for combustion with vertical flue discharge (refer to Fig: 9 on page 35) or
horizontal flue discharge (refer to Fig: 6 and 7 on page 33)
b) Room sealed air for combustion with vertical or horizontal flue discharge and the air intake on the
same plane as the flue discharge (refer to Fig: 10, 11 on page 36)
c) Room sealed air for combustion with vertical or horizontal flue discharge and the air intake not on
the same plane as the flue discharge (refer to Fig: 10, 11 on page 36)
Common fluing of MVB is not currently supported.
Whether located outdoor or indoor, the position of the water heater should be chosen with safety and
service in mind. Make sure people (particularly children) will not touch the flue outlet. The flue terminal
must be clear of obstructions and shrubbery. Vertically terminating flues must terminate above roofs,
walls or parapets in accordance with AS/NZS 5601.1.
Clearance must be allowed for servicing of the water heater. The water heater must be accessible
without the use of a ladder or scaffold. Make sure the pressure relief valve lever is accessible and the
front and side panels can be removed for service. Remember you may have to remove the entire water
heater later for servicing.
