Rheem Double Element Residential Electric Models, Use & Care Manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to install or
operate this water heater. It may save you time and cost. Pay particular attention to the Safety
Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death.
Should you have problems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions,
STOP, and get help from a qualified service technician, or the local electric utility.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Have the installer show you the location of the circuit breaker and how to shut it off if
necessary. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating,
fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to shut off.
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Read this manual entirely before installing
or operating the water heater.
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Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Use and Care
Manual.
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Be sure your appliance is properly installed
in accordance with local codes and the
provided installation instructions.
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Do not attempt to repair or replace any part
of your water heater unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other
servicing should be referred to a qualified
technician.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS