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INSTALLATION - WATER HEATER

FLUEING

This water heater does not require additional flueing. A secondary flue must not be

installed.

FROST PROTECTION

The water heater may have frost protection. Refer to the rating label on the water

heater. The frost protection system will protect the water heater from damage, by

preventing ice forming in the waterways of the water heater, in the event of freezing

occurring. Models without frost protection are not covered under warranty for damage

caused by freezing and must not be installed in areas subject to frost conditions.

The frost protection system will be rendered inoperable if electrical power is not

available at the water heater. Damage to the water heater caused by freezing of the

pipework to or from the water heater is not covered under warranty.  Refer to AS/

NZS 3500 for precautions to be taken for installations in frost prone areas. The

water heater is not suitable for installation in areas where the ambient temperature

falls below -20ºC (including wind chill factor).

WATER SUPPLY

Where the water supply pressure exceeds that shown below, an approved pressure

limiting valve is required and should be fitted as shown in the installation diagram

(refer to page 18).

Notes:

It is not recommended to install this water heater with a low pressure water

supply.

This water heater is not suitable for connection to bore water or spring water

unless a water treatment device is fitted.

If sludge or foreign matter is present in the water supply, it is recommended a

suitable filter be incorporated in the cold water supply pipe to the water heater.

Refer to Water Supplies on page 27.

HOT WATER DELIVERY

The delivery water temperature requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4 must be considered.

We recommend and it may also be required by regulations, that a temperature limiting

device be fitted for any ablution area, such as a bathroom or ensuite.

*   minimum water supply pressure required to

achieve the rated flow and performance.

Model

Water Pressure kPa

Maximum

Minimum *

18

20

24

1000

1000

1000

140

140

140

Summary of Contents for 871 018

Page 1: ...1 Owners Guide and Installation Instructions This water heater must be installed and serviced by an authorised person Please leave this guide with the householder...

Page 2: ...of Rheem Australia Limited Southcorp Australia Pty Ltd or Paloma Industries Ltd Southcorp Water Heaters Australia is the supplier of the Rheem integrity range of electronic instantaneous gas water he...

Page 3: ...installer but may be of interest About your water heater 4 Temperature control 7 Save a service call 14 Installation Water heater 16 Dimensions 18 Connections Plumbing 19 Connections Electrical 19 Com...

Page 4: ...corp Water Heaters Australia or their Accredited Service Agent HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY We recommend and it may also be required by regulations that an approved temperature limi...

Page 5: ...air inlet are not obstructed in any way at any time The water heater should be serviced annually by Southcorp Water Heaters Australia or their Accredited Service Agent Only genuine replacement parts s...

Page 6: ...ater Damage caused by freezing due to the unavailability of power at the water heater is not covered by warranty Pipe work to and from the water heater must be adequately insulated to prevent freezing...

Page 7: ...the preset outlet temperature Other manufacturers controllers cannot be installed with this water heater TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT A controller must be on and have priority to be able to adjust the temp...

Page 8: ...rrent temperature setting is displayed on all controllers whether hot water is flowing or not when any controller is on If all controllers are off then the display remains blank The water volume can a...

Page 9: ...9 TEMPERATURE CONTROL BATHROOM CONTROLLER KITCHEN CONTROLLER...

Page 10: ...ature Adjustment on page 7 The selected temperature setting will be displayed on all controllers 4 Open the hot tap The in use light will glow on all controllers 5 Close the hot tap The in use light w...

Page 11: ...up button or down button Refer to Temperature Adjustment on page 7 The selected temperature setting will be displayed on all controllers 3 Open the hot tap The in use light will glow on all controlle...

Page 12: ...e Each press of the up button or down button will change the water volume setting by 10 litres Pressing the up button or down button continuously will scroll the water volume setting Fifteen seconds a...

Page 13: ...ile water is being drawn press the water volume button After a few seconds the display returns to the temperature setting To turn off the water volume function before the alarm sounds press the water...

Page 14: ...lation valve in the gas line open Is there a gas supply to the rest of the house Try lighting another gas appliance Has the gas line been purged of air after installation Refer to your plumber WATER I...

Page 15: ...the cold water supply pipe to the water heater refer to Water Supply on page 17 HIGH GAS BILLS Is one outlet especially the shower using more hot water than you think Carefully review the family s ho...

Page 16: ...eater dimensions are shown on page 18 The installation must comply with these installation instructions and with the requirements of AS NZS 3500 4 AS 5601 AG 601 and any other statutory requirements I...

Page 17: ...e for installation in areas where the ambient temperature falls below 20 C including wind chill factor WATER SUPPLY Where the water supply pressure exceeds that shown below an approved pressure limiti...

Page 18: ...union PIPE INSULATION Adequate insulation is required on the cold and hot pipes to the underside of the water heater in frost prone areas refer to AS NZS 3500 GAS INLET The gas supply pipe is to be f...

Page 19: ...union must be fitted on the cold water supply pipe before the water heater refer to page 18 Do not fit a non return valve or stop cock The cold water supply pipe should be sized to ensure adequate flo...

Page 20: ...TANT CHECK the gas supply pressure at the inlet to the water heater with the water heater and all other gas burning appliances in the premises operating burners alight The minimum gas supply pressures...

Page 21: ...r an error code refer to Error Code on page 15 Maximum test point gas pressure Refer to the rating label on the water heater for the maximum test point gas pressure Follow Steps 1 to 7 above but open...

Page 22: ...available from Rheem Alternatively the cables may be extended using two core flex with a minimum cross sectional area of 0 5 mm2 No other manufacturers controllers are suitable for connection to this...

Page 23: ...cable to the two terminals on the back of the controller not polarity sensitive Ensure the connecting screws are seated tightly 7 Place the controller over the base plate Ensure the projections in the...

Page 24: ...and the water heater 3 Remove the base plate from the controller 4 Peel off one side of the adhesive paper from the foam packing and adhere to the back face of the base plate This is the side without...

Page 25: ...the cables into the cable notches Failure to do this may cause an unstable contact or even disconnection of the cables from the terminals if the cables were to be pulled 6 Refit the electrical cover t...

Page 26: ...26 INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS INSTALLATION KITCHEN AND BATHROOM CONTROLLERS INSTALLATION KITCHEN CONTROLLER ONLY INSTALLATION BATHROOM CONTROLLERS ONLY MAX...

Page 27: ...ntal effects on the water heater and its operation and or life expectancy If you are unsure of your water quality you can obtain information from your local water supply authority This water heater is...

Page 28: ...er than a single family domestic dwelling All models Year 1 New water heater at Southcorp s sole discretion or component free of charge including labour Water heater installed in a single family domes...

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