INSTALLATION
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ANODE
The vitreous enamel lined cylinder of the 312025 water heater is supplied with a
black colour coded anode and is only covered by the Rheem warranty when the
total dissolved solids (TDS) content in the water is from 40 mg/L to 600 mg/L.
If the water supply has a TDS greater than 600 mg/L, there is the possibility the
anode may become overactive and hydrogen gas could accumulate in the top of
the water heater during long periods of no use. In areas where this is likely to
occur, the installer should instruct the householder on how to dissipate the gas
safely (refer to
on page 18).
SADDLING PIPE WORK
To prevent damage to the cylinder when attaching pipe clips or saddles to the
water heater jacket, we recommend the use of self-drilling screws with a
maximum length of 13 mm. Should pre-drilling be required, extreme caution must
be observed when penetrating the jacket of the water heater.
Note: If the cylinder is damaged as a result of attaching pipe clips or
saddles to the jacket, any resultant faults will not be covered by the Rheem
warranty.
