Rheem Double Element Residential Electric Models, Use & Care Manual

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Installing the water heater.
The location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following:
Local Installation Regulations
This water heater must be installed in
accordance with these instructions, local
authorities and codes, utility codes or
utility company requirements, which must
be followed and take precedent over any
recommendation in this manual.
Location
Locate the water heater in a clean dry area
as near as practical to the area of greatest
heated water demand. Long uninsulated hot
water lines can waste energy and water.
Place the water heater in such a manner
that the thermostat and element access
panels can be removed to permit
inspection and servicing such as removal
of elements or checking controls.
The water heater and water lines should be
protected from freezing temperatures. Do
not install the water heater in outdoor,
unprotected areas.
CAUTION: The water heater should not
be located in an area where leakage of the
tank or connections will result in damage to
the area adjacent to it or to lower floors of
the structure. Where such areas cannot be
avoided, it is recommended that a suitable
catch pan, adequately drained, be installed
under the water heater.
A—Diameter of water heater
plus 5 cm (2
″
) min.
B—Maximum 5 cm (2
″
)
NOTICE: Auxiliary catch pan MUST conform to local codes.
Catch Pan Kits are available from the store where the water heater
was purchased, or any water heater distributor.
B
A
To open drain, line should
be at least 1.9 cm (3/4
″
) ID
and pitched for proper
drainage.
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Inspect Shipment
Inspect the water heater for possible damage. Check the markings on the rating plate of
the water heater to be certain the power supply corresponds to the water heater
requirements.