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Lighting the water heater.

 

Before operating this water heater, be sure to read and follow the instructions on the label pictured 

below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure 

to do so can result in unsafe operation of the water heater resulting in property damage, personal 

injury, or death.  Should you have any problems reading or following the instructions in this manual, 

STOP, and get help from a qualified person.

AX4978

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, 

call the fire department.

instuctions.

 

 

C.

Do not use this appliance if any part has 

been under water. Immediately call a 

qualified installer or service agency to 

replace a flooded water heater. Do not 

attempt to repair the unit! It must be 

replaced!

Use only your hand to turn the gas control 

knob.  Never use tools.  If the knob will 

not turn by hand, do not try to repair it, 

call a qualified service technician.  Force 

or attempted repair may result in fire or 

explosion.

D.

 

10.

Stop!  Read the safety information above 

on this label.

Slide the “ON/OFF” switch located on the

gas valve to the “OFF” position.

Turn off all electric power to the 

appliance.

Set the valve thermostat dial to “LOW”.

This appliance has an automatic spark

ignition system. DO NOT attempt to light 

the pilot by hand.

Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas.

If you smell gas, stop! Follow “B’ in the

safety information above on the label. If 

you do not smell gas, go to the next step.

Turn on electric power to the appliance.

Slide the ”ON/OFF” switch located in the

gas valve to the “ON” position.

Set the thermostat dial to the desired

setting.

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3.

2.

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2.

4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

9.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a 

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas suppliers

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electric switch; do not 

use any phone in your building.

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

This appliance is equipped with an 

ignition device which automatically lights 

the pilot.  DO NOT try to light the pilot by 

hand.

A.

BEFORE PUTTING THIS APPLIANCE INTO 

SERVICE - Smell all around the appliance 

area for gas. Be sure to smell next to the 

floor because some gas is heavier than air 

and will settle on the floor.

 

B.

If the appliance will not operate, 

follow the instructions “TO TURN OFF 

GAS TO APPLIANCE” and call your 

service technician or gas supplier.

Turn off all electric power to the appliance if service is to be performed.

  

Close manual gas shut-off valve.

      WARNING:  If you do not follow these instructions and use the Use & Care 

Manual instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property

damage, personal injury or loss of life.

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Страница 1: ...r This manual also includes a parts list It is very important that all persons who are expected to install operate or adjust this water heater read the instructions carefully so they may understand ho...

Страница 2: ...re on your part can save you time and money over the life of your water heater You ll find many answers to common problems in the Troubleshooting Guide If you review the chart of Troubleshooting Tips...

Страница 3: ...nts paint thinners etc and the vapors they produce are extremely dangerous DO NOT handle use or store gasoline or other flammable or combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of a water h...

Страница 4: ...for Hot Water SCALDS The illustration below details the approximate water temperature for each mark on the Gas Control Thermostat Temperature Dial D A N G E R HOT Water temperature over 125 can cause...

Страница 5: ...LP gas must be used with great caution It is heavier than air and will collect first in lower areas making it hard to detect at nose level Before attempting to light the water heater make sure to look...

Страница 6: ...installation For residential water heaters of a capacity greater than 52 gallons consult the local building jurisdiction for acceptable bracing procedures Have the installer show you the location of t...

Страница 7: ...r heater to ignite until examined by a Qualified Service Technician DO NOT obstruct or block the flammable vapor sensor Rheem Water Heating FVIR certified gas water heaters can be installed on a resid...

Страница 8: ...than one square inch per 4000 Btuh of the total input rating of all the appliances in the enclosure If horizontal ducts are used to communicate with the outdoors each opening must have a minimum net...

Страница 9: ...dition and eliminating the repeated operation of the relief valve Other methods of controlling thermal expansion are also available Contact your installing contractor water supplier or plumbing inspec...

Страница 10: ...cealed and should be protected from freezing No valve of any type restriction or reducer coupling should be installed in the discharge line To Fill the Water Heater Make certain that the drain valve i...

Страница 11: ...pe gas shut offs are used they shall be T Handle type Compound used on the threaded joints of the gas piping must be of the type resistant to the action of LP gas Use compound sparingly on male thread...

Страница 12: ...detailed in this manual have been met Carefully inspect the entire venting system for any signs of cracks or fractures particularly at the joints between elbows or other fittings and the straight len...

Страница 13: ...rtical pipe one 1 90 elbow and two 2 feet of horizontal pipe Number of 90 elbows with Vent Number of 45 Elbows Maximum Vent Pipe Length in Feet ft 0 Maximum Altitude See chart on upper left One 1 None...

Страница 14: ...reeze on the exterior wall under the eaves and on surrounding objects Some discoloration to the exterior of the building is to be expected However improper location or installation can result in sever...

Страница 15: ...nal fitting and connect it as shown to the vent pipe on the exterior of the building Complete the rest of the vent pipe installation to the water heater s vent connector fitting on the blower outlet I...

Страница 16: ...the joint with a rag Allow 15 minutes before handling Cure time will vary according to fit temperature and humidity NOTICE Stir the solvent cement frequently while using Use a natural bristle brush or...

Страница 17: ...local codes or in the absence of local codes in accordance with latest edition of the National Electric Code ANSI NFPA No 70 Refer to the figures below for water heater internal wiring NOTE It is not...

Страница 18: ...om the use of such unauthorized devices CAUTION If local codes require the application of an external insulation blanket to this water heater pay careful attention to the following so as not to restri...

Страница 19: ...tion Air holes see diagram to the left DON T remove the Burner Access Door unless absolutely necessary This should only be done by a qualified service technician A new burner access door gasket must b...

Страница 20: ...and free of leaks Gas line equipped with shut off valve union and sediment trap Approved pipe joint compound used Soap and water solution used to check all connections and fittings for possible gas l...

Страница 21: ...Heating Installation Spring loaded check valve in heating unit hot water supply line and cold water return line not supplied with water heater NOTE This check valve is incorporated in some heating un...

Страница 22: ...e Set the valve thermostat dial to LOW This appliance has an automatic spark ignition system DO NOT attempt to light the pilot by hand Wait five 5 minutes to clear out any gas If you smell gas stop Fo...

Страница 23: ...ermostat setting to prevent contact with HOT water Water Temperature Setting The temperature of the water in the water heater can be regulated by turning the knob on the front of the gas control therm...

Страница 24: ...ise young children or others who are incapacitated The gas control thermostat is constructed with a built in safety shut off device designed to shut off the gas supply to the burner if the main burner...

Страница 25: ...er flames 8 The blower motor will stay energized for an additional 30 seconds after the control verifies that the burner flame is extinguished in order to clear combustion gases from the water heater...

Страница 26: ...and pressure relief valve on the water heater discharges periodically this may be due to thermal expansion in a closed water system Contact the water supplier or your plumbing contractor on how to cor...

Страница 27: ...d leak testing The burner chamber is a sealed area If the burner access door is removed the burner access door gasket must be replaced For cleaning remove the burner from the water heater A vacuum cle...

Страница 28: ...Gas Caution in the Operating Instructions Anode Rod This water heater is equipped with an anode rod designed to prolong the life of the glass lined tank The anode rod is slowly consumed thereby elimin...

Страница 29: ...Use a water heater size that meets the requirements heater will cause of your needs condensation Yellow flame Scale on top of the burner Contact a qualified service technician to remove scale or soot...

Страница 30: ...ion Shutoff System Contact a qualified service technician tripped Water is too hot The gas control thermostat See the Water Temperature Setting of The Water is set too high Heater section of this manu...

Страница 31: ...open 1 Replace gas valve control Six One Flash three second pause Failed trial for ignition Insufficient gas supply unstable pilot carbon buildup on electrode or wire pilot tube damage 1 Check gas sup...

Страница 32: ...the rating plate Specify type of gas natural or LP as marked on the rating plate Part description as noted below and number of parts desired CAUTION For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of gas piping...

Страница 33: ...arts The kit provides extra speed clips and tamper resistant screws Burner Access Door Assembly Burner Access Door Gasket Burner Pilot Bracket Screws Pilot Bracket Pilot Screw Burner Hex Nuts Pilot Tu...

Страница 34: ...34 Notes...

Страница 35: ...35 Notes...

Страница 36: ...rbon monoxide detec tor with alarm and battery back up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level b In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completi...

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