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SAFETY, WARNINGS, INSTALLATION NOTES
It is important you read the following safety and warnings information.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS
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This water heater is only intended to be operated by persons who have the
experience or the knowledge and the capabilities to do so.
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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.
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This water heater is supplied with a thermostat, an over-temperature cut-out,
a thermocouple and a combination temperature pressure 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.
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.
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Do not modify this water heater.
•
Do not spray
aerosols
in the vicinity of
this water heater while it is in operation.
Propellants and gases in many aerosol
sprays contain hydrocarbons which are
flammable. Gases from aerosol sprays
may also become corrosive when drawn
into a flame.
•
Do not use or store
flammable
materials
in or near this water heater.
Flammable liquids (such as petrol),
combustible materials (such as
newspapers) and similar articles must be
kept well away from the water heater and
the flue terminal.
•
Do not store swimming pool chemicals, household cleaners, etc., near the
water heater.
•
Do not place articles on or against this water heater, or in contact with the
flue terminal. Ensure the flue terminal is not obstructed in any way at any
time.