Rheem Air Sourced 270 Ambiheat Sidevent, Owner'S Manual And Installation Instructions, Page: 29 / 52

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MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
MINOR MAINTENANCE EVERY SIX MONTHS
It is recommended minor maintenance be performed every six (6) months. Minor maintenance can be
performed by the dwelling occupant.
The minor maintenance includes:
•
Operate the easing lever on the temperature pressure relief valve. It is very important the lever is raised
and lowered gently. Refer to
“Relief Valves”
on page 8.
Warning: Water discharged from the temperature pressure relief valve drain line will be hot. Exercise
care to avoid any splashing of water by standing
clear of the drain line’s point of discharge when operating
the valve’s easing lever.
•
Operate the easing lever on the expansion control valve (if fitted). It is very important the lever is raised
and lowered gently. Refer to
“Relief Valves”
on page 8.
MAJOR SERVICE EVERY FIVE YEARS
It is recommended a major service be conducted on the water heater every five (5) years.
Warning : Servicing of a water heater must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Phone Rheem
Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent / Centre.
Note: The major service and routine replacement of any components, such as the anode and relief valve(s),
are not included in the Rheem warranty. A charge will be made for this work. Only genuine replacement parts
should be used on this water heater.
The major service includes:
•
Replace the temperature pressure relief valve.
•
Inspect and flush the expansion control valve (if fitted). If required, replace the valve.
•
Inspect and if required, replace the anode.
If the anode is not replaced, it should be replaced within three years of this service (refer to
“Anode
Inspection and Replacement”
on page 31).
•
Check the electric heating unit for excessive calcium build-up or corrosion and replace if necessary.
•
Check and clean the heat pump module of dust and residue.
•
Check and inspect the heat pump module for operation.
•
Visually check the unit for any potential problems.
•
Inspect all connections.
•
Check the condensate drain.
Note: The water heater may need to be drained during this service. After the completion of the service, the
water heater will take some time to reheat the water. Depending upon the power supply connection, hot water
may not be available until the next day.
HEAT PUMP SYSTEM
It is recommended the evaporator and refrigeration system is checked every five years. In particularly dusty
environments, it may be necessary to have the heat pump system checked and cleaned of dust and residue
on a more regular basis.