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This water heater must be installed and serviced by a qualified person.

Please leave this guide with the householder.

Owner’s Guide

and

Installation Instructions

MODELS

XC-10, XC-15, XC-30

XS-20, XS-30

Rheem XWELL

Electric Storage Water Heaters

Summary of Contents for XWELL XC-10

Page 1: ...st be installed and serviced by a qualified person Please leave this guide with the householder Owner s Guide and Installation Instructions MODELS XC 10 XC 15 XC 30 XS 20 XS 30 Rheem XWELLTM Electric Storage Water Heaters ...

Page 2: ...ccuracy in preparation of this publication No liability can be accepted for any consequences which may arise as a result of its application CONTENTS HOUSEHOLDER This booklet contains important information about your new water heater We recommend you read pages 3 to 11 The other pages are intended for the installer but may be of interest Contents 2 Safety Warnings and Pressure Relief Valve 3 About ...

Page 3: ...ically operated components The removal of the electrical cover will expose 220 240 V a c wiring Covers must only be removed by a qualified person This water heater is supplied with a thermostat an over temperature cut out and a 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 orde...

Page 4: ...uired Do not modify this water heater PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE The pressure relief valve is located at the cold water inlet and is essential for the water heater s safe operation It is possible for the valve to discharge a quantity of water through the drain line during each heating period if a non return valve is installed on the cold water line to the water heater Warning Never block the outlet of ...

Page 5: ...ATURE ADJUSTMENT The water heater features a user adjustable Temperature Dial which is connected to the thermostat Temperature adjustment is made by turning the Temperature Dial clockwise to increase the water temperature anti clockwise to decrease the water temperature The position of the Temperature Dial is relative to the dial setting mark Set at the mark heating of water will not occur Set at ...

Page 6: ...t the isolating switch if installed near the water heater or outside of the bathroom or at the water heater isolating switch on the switchboard Close the cold water isolation valve at the inlet to the water heater TO TURN ON THE WATER HEATER Open the cold water isolation valve fully on the cold water line to the water heater Switch on the electrical supply or at the isolating switch if installed n...

Page 7: ...t of the heating unit is required CAUTION If the water supply has a Total Dissolved Solids TDS content greater than 600 mg L there is the possibility the anode may become overactive and hydrogen gas could accumulate in the top of the water heater during long periods of no use If under these conditions the water heater has not been used for two or more weeks the following procedure should be carrie...

Page 8: ...ver is lifted then the water heater must be checked Phone Rheem Service or the nearest authorised Service Agent to arrange for an inspection Safety Device On selected models Test the Safety Device Earth Leakage Circuit Breaker fitted to the power cord To test the Safety Device Ensure the power outlet to the water heater is switched on Indicator Light B will be on To test push Test button A Power w...

Page 9: ...and pressure relief valve 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 the following actions Replace the pressure relief valve at regular intervals such intervals not exceeding four 4 years Inspect and if there is any sign of depletion replace the anode If the anode is not re...

Page 10: ... be available phone a plumber WATER FROM HOT TAP IS NOT HOT OR NOT HOT ENOUGH Is the electricity switched on Inspect the isolating switch marked HOT WATER or WATER HEATER at the switchboard and at the isolating switch if installed near the water heater or outside of the bathroom and ensure they are turned on Check the fuse or circuit breaker marked HOT WATER or WATER HEATER at the switchboard Ther...

Page 11: ...Months on page 8 This may dislodge a small particle of foreign matter and clear the fault Release the lever gently Steady flows for long period often at night This may indicate the mains water pressure sometimes rises above the designed pressure of the water heater Ask a plumber to fit a pressure limiting valve Warning Never replace the pressure relief valve with one of a higher pressure rating Co...

Page 12: ...awings on pages 15 and 16 Make sure the pressure relief valve lever is accessible the electrical cover thermostat heating unit and anode can be removed for service and the pressure relief valve drain line can terminate adjacent to a nearby floor trap You must be able to read the information on the rating plate Remember you may have to take the entire water heater out later for servicing WALL MOUNT...

Page 13: ... suitable drill bit size if using other fasteners suitable for the wall construction If using the fasteners provided insert the plastic wall plugs into the holes prior to locating and hanging the bracket If using another type of fastener follow its manufacturer s instructions for fastening Ensure the fastener head size is not greater than 8 mm in depth so it does not foul against back of the water...

Page 14: ...VERY This water heater can deliver water at temperatures which can cause scalding Consideration should be given to installing an approved temperature limiting device in the hot water pipe work from the water heater to a bathroom ensuite or other ablution area This may also be required by local regulations This will reduce the risk of scald injury Refer to the diagram Installation with a Temperatur...

Page 15: ...mount holes C mm 61 61 61 Depth D mm 251 318 380 Inlet connection to right hand jacket F mm 129 129 383 Height including fittings G mm 371 371 460 Height H mm 356 356 447 Width W mm 363 363 447 Water connection from wall I O mm 90 90 120 Thermostat setting factory setting C 70 70 70 Pressure Relief Valve Setting kPa 800 800 800 Maximum inlet water pressure kPa 640 640 640 Water inlet outlet connec...

Page 16: ...acing between mount holes C mm 300 326 Depth D mm 278 318 Inlet connection to right hand jacket F mm 304 345 Height including fittings G mm 306 346 Height H mm 287 330 Width W mm 674 760 Water connection from wall I O mm 143 163 Thermostat setting factory setting C 70 70 Pressure Relief Valve Setting kPa 800 800 Maximum inlet water pressure kPa 640 640 Water inlet outlet connections G 1 2 B G 1 2 ...

Page 17: ...et of the Isolation Barrier Protection device on the cold water inlet Connecting Pipe Work Connecting pipe work must be capable of withstanding 800 kPa water pressure and the hot water pipe work must be capable of withstanding 70 C water temperature All pipe work must be cleared of foreign matter before connection and purged before attempting to operate the water heater A disconnection union must ...

Page 18: ...ely to the valve using a pipe clamp Cable ties must not be used The drain line must have a minimum internal diameter of 7 mm and be capable of maintaining its internal area under all operating conditions Water discharged from the outlet of the drain line can be of a high temperature and under certain conditions boiling or steaming The drain line from the valve to the point of discharge must be as ...

Page 19: ...CONNECTIONS PLUMBING 19 Installation Standard Installation with Isolation Barriers Malaysia only Installation with a Temperature Limiting Device ...

Page 20: ...o the rating label on the water heater for the heating unit size An isolating switch s must be installed at the switchboard or near the water heater or outside of the bathroom in accordance with regulatory requirements The water heater is fitted with a supply cord and shoelace wire terminals and must be directly connected to the mains electricity supply with an Earth Live and Neutral wire connecti...

Page 21: ...ter or outside of the bathroom and at the water heater isolating switch on the switchboard Explain to the householder or a responsible officer the functions and operation of the water heater Upon completion of the installation and commissioning of the water heater leave this guide with the householder or a responsible officer TO TURN OFF THE WATER HEATER If it is necessary to turn off the water he...

Page 22: ...ou will damage the valve seat Allow the water to drain from the pressure relief valve drain Alternatively if the water heater is not draining or is slow to drain Return the pressure relief valve lever to the closed position Open the cold water isolation valve at the inlet to the water heater Allow hot water to flow from the hot tap until it runs cold Close the hot tap Close the cold water isolatio...

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Page 24: ...y Rheem s authorised partners Where the warranty is provided by Rheem s authorized partners these partners shall be exclusively responsible for all warranty related services including the term of the warranty Please contact your local Rheem retailer to enquire about the steps necessary to qualify for the applicable warranty and ensure that you complete those steps Please ensure you retain a copy o...

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