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Operating Instructions

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Safety Instructions

Replacement Parts.

For 20–52 gallon models with single or double elements.

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Instructions For Placing a Parts Order

To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard 
call 800-431-1549.

All parts orders should include:

The model and serial number of the
water heater from the rating plate.

Specify voltage and wattage 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 electrical wiring,
thermostat(s), heating elements or
other operating controls. Refer repairs
to qualified service personnel.

Relief valve

Junction box cover

Anode rod

Hot outlet heat tube 

(on side connect

models only)

Jacket access cover

*These parts are supplied only on

double element models

Jacket access cover

Thermostat bracket

Cavity insulation

Upper thermostat*

Plate cover

Relief valve

Top Connect Models

(see illustration below for other parts)

Dip tube (on top connect models only)

Dip tube gasket 
(on top connect models only)

Shroud

Shroud

Drain valve

Cold inlet nipple 

(on side connect

models only)

Anode rod

Junction box cover

Plate cover

Heating element gasket*

Upper thermostat protective cover*

Lower thermostat

Lower thermostat protective cover

Cavity insulation

Heating element*

Thermostat bracket*

Heating element gasket

Heating
element

**Nipple

**Heat Trap

**Nipple

**Heat Trap

**Not supplied

on all models

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Страница 1: ...carefully so that they may understand how to perform these operations Do not destroy this manual Please read carefully and keep in a safe place for future reference Recognize this symbol as an indicat...

Страница 2: ...ip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty IMPORTANT Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that is in the back o...

Страница 3: ...e Operating Instructions in this manual for detailed instructions in how to adjust the thermostat s DANGER Hotter water increases the Potential for Hot Water SCALDS D A N G E R HOT Water temperature o...

Страница 4: ...rom Office of the State Architect 400 P Street Sacramento CA 95814 or you may call 916 324 5315 or ask a water heater dealer However applicable local codes shall govern installation For residential wa...

Страница 5: ...d 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...

Страница 6: ...ld water inlet line can cause what is referred to as a closed water system A cold water inlet line with no check valve or back flow prevention device is referred to as an open water system As water is...

Страница 7: ...of the relief valve and discharge line The end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should be protected from freezing No valve of any type restriction or reducer coupling shou...

Страница 8: ...jacket at the top front of the water heater An opening for 1 2 or 3 4 electrical fitting is provided for field wiring connections The voltage requirements and wattage load for the water heater are spe...

Страница 9: ...ternal insulation blanket to this water heater pay careful attention to the following so as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater Do not cover the temperature and press...

Страница 10: ...opening of the T P Valve R E L I E F V A L V E COLD HOT Typical top connection arrangement Typical side connection arrangement Relief Valve Insulation Installation CAUTION Ensure the T P Valve openin...

Страница 11: ...Provisions made to protect area from water damage Sufficient room to service heater Water Supply Water heater completely filled with water Air purged from water heater and piping Water connections tig...

Страница 12: ...h as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to flow Do not smoke or use an open flame near the faucet at the time it is open CAUTION The cause of the high temperature condition must be inve...

Страница 13: ...n be regulated by setting the temperature dial of the adjustable surface mounted thermostat s located behind the jacket access panel s Dual element heaters have two thermostats Safety and energy conse...

Страница 14: ...shorten the life of the glass lined tank and will exclude warranty coverage Care and cleaning of the water heater Draining the Water Heater CAUTION Shut off power to the water heater before draining w...

Страница 15: ...connect switch if used are in the ON position The thermostat may See the Temperature regulation of the water heater be set set too low section of this manual Leaking or open hot Make sure all faucets...

Страница 16: ...T attempt repair of electrical wiring thermostat s heating elements or other operating controls Refer repairs to qualified service personnel Relief valve Junction box cover Anode rod Hot outlet heat t...

Страница 17: ...til it breaks away from the remainder of the cavity insert See illustration to the left Discard the crossbar It cannot and need not be replaced Replace the thermostat and or element as necessary Repla...

Страница 18: ...X 4 L2 RED 1 3 2 UPPER THERMOSTAT HIGH TEMP LIMIT ECO UPPER HEATING ELEMENT BLUE YELLOW BLACK L1 G BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL 240 V JUNCTION BOX 4 L2 RED 1 3 1 2 BLACK RED BLACK L...

Страница 19: ...19 Rheem Manufacturing Company Warranty Registration Department P O Box 34070 Louisville KY 40232 4070 Please place in envelope and mail to Cut here Cut here...

Страница 20: ...Mr Ms Mrs Miss Street Address City State Date Placed In Use Month Day Year Zip Code Apt Last Name Phone Number _ _ Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today After mailing th...

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