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AP15763-2 (01/14)

     

Printed in USA

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FOR YOUR SAFETY!

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 Do not store or use gasoline or other 

flammable vapours or liquids or other 

combustible materials in the vicinity of this or 

any other appliance. To do so may result in an 

explosion or fire.

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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

 

 

Do not try to light any appliance.

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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not 

use any phone in your building.

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Immediately call your gas supplier from 

a neighbour’s phone. Follow the gas 

supplier’s instructions.

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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the 

fire department.

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Do not return to your home until authorized 

by the gas supplier or fire department.

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Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, 

service or maintenance can cause property 

damage, personal injury, or death. Refer to 

this manual. Installation and service must be 

performed by a qualified installer, service 

agency or the gas supplier.

 

WARNING:  If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or 

explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

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The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, to provide the installer with the basic 

directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the 

water heater; and two, for the owner–operator, to explain the features, operation, 

safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of the water heater. 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 how to perform 

these operations. If you do not understand these instructions or any terms within it, 

seek professional assistance.
Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this 

water heater should be directed to the seller from whom it was purchased. If 

additional information is required, refer to the section on “If you need service.”

Do not destroy this manual. Please read carefully and keep in a safe place for 

future reference.

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Recognize this symbol as an indication of Important Safety Information!

Residential 40 and 50 Gallon

Use & Care Manual

With Installation Instructions for the Installer

Water Heaters

Warning: 

This water heater is not 

suitable for use in manufactured (mobile) homes!

Residential Gas - 

FVIR Certified

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Model shown with factory installed 

optional digital display.

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Страница 1: ...e the installer with the basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater and two for the owner operator to explain the features operation safety pre...

Страница 2: ...ou and others All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER WARNING CAUTION or NOTICE These words mean DANGER An imminently hazardous situation that will result in...

Страница 3: ...t thinners etc and the vapours 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 heater o...

Страница 4: ...perature over 125 can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds Children disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scalded See instruction manual before setting temperature at water he...

Страница 5: ...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 a...

Страница 6: ...overheating fire flood physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off Read this manual entirely before installing or operating the water heater Use this appliance only for its intended purpose...

Страница 7: ...eding 125 F 52 C The water heater should be installed so as to minimize the length of plastic vent pipe and the number of vent connection fittings required Refer to the INSTALLATION Section of this ma...

Страница 8: ...uare inch 6 5 sq cm 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 fr...

Страница 9: ...ondition 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 insp...

Страница 10: ...nage by gravity 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 reduc...

Страница 11: ...material A ground joint union or ANSI design certified semi rigid or flexible gas appliance connector should be installed in the gas line close to the water heater The Canadian Standards Association m...

Страница 12: ...locations as 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...

Страница 13: ...y be installed in attics provided ambient temperatures DO NOT exceed 125 F 52 C and CPVC pipe and fittings are used for the entire vent system Vent pipe materials must be chosen based upon the ambient...

Страница 14: ...ndensation collected must be discharged per local codes DO NOT drain over public way or walkway Refer to local codes for any condensate requirements If the venting system is vertical and condensation...

Страница 15: ...None 75 22 8 m 55 16 7 m For the 3 vent one 90 elbow is approximately equal to 5 feet 1 52 m of vent pipe One 45 elbow is approximately equal to 2 5 feet 0 76 m of vent pipe Minimum vent length for 3...

Страница 16: ...cal pipe before first elbow Minimum Vent Restrictor Vent Pipe Mesh Vent Restrictor Vent Terminal Install the vent restrictor only at the minimum vent lengths listed on page 15 Additional Venting Requi...

Страница 17: ...way located on public property 7 ft 92 13 M M Clearance under veranda porch deck or balcony 12 in 30 CM 1 In accordance with the current CSA B149 1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code A vent sha...

Страница 18: ...cold conditions attics crawl spaces etc with inflammable material to help prevent moisture from accumulating in vent pipe DO NOT extend exposed vent pipe outside of building If other vent terminal con...

Страница 19: ...vel Maximum twenty four 24 inches 61 cm above roof level without additional support for vent Four 4 feet 1 2 cm from any gable dormer or other roof structure with building interior access i e vent win...

Страница 20: ...nce of local codes in accordance with latest edition of the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 Refer to Figure below for water heater internal wiring NOTE It is not recommended that this unit be insta...

Страница 21: ...ith Optional Electronic Display 120 V NEUTRAL CAUTION Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation VERIFY PROPER OPERATIONAFT...

Страница 22: ...as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater DO NOT cover the operating or warning labels attached to the water heater or attempt to relocate them on the exterior of insul...

Страница 23: ...ded in the User Display Mounting Kit without pinching any wires NOTICE DO NOT over tighten to avoid cracking plastic enclosure 4 Determine where the User Display will be located The display can be att...

Страница 24: ...e battery cover 22 Pass thermostat wire through wire hole in wall plate 23 Use mounting holes on wall plate to mark wall hole locations 24 Drill 3 16 holes and install wall anchors if required 25 Use...

Страница 25: ...ton presses are detected within a 60 second period C A U T I O N R i s k o f S c a l d i n g I n c r e a s e s w i t h H o t t e r Wa t e r Heat Very Hot C B A Hot Low Max Setting SERVICE NEEDED Error...

Страница 26: ...emperature Setting Limits The user display setpoint temperature cannot exceed maximum water heater valve setpoint temperature at any time Max Setting icon ap pears when the user display setpoint excee...

Страница 27: ...ed Hot Water Error Display ON Est Hot Water Very Hot C B A Hot Low Service Needed Installing the water heater continued The user display features a vacation mode which sets the water heater temperatur...

Страница 28: ...Burner Access Door unless absolutely necessary This should only be done by a qualified service technician A new burner access door gasket must be installed on any burner access door that has been rem...

Страница 29: ...h shut off valve union and sediment trap The required inlet gas pressure to the water heater is shown on the water heater rating plate Pressure test as Required in B149 Soap and water solution used to...

Страница 30: ...discharge must comply with Local and State Code 49 C to 54 C 140 F 60 C Tee fitting for vertical hot water supply lines Hot water supply to house From HOT outlet on water heater Hot water supply to h...

Страница 31: ...ve 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...

Страница 32: ...lit pilot to light the main burner The pilot is automatically lit each time there is a demand for heating the water On initial start up it is recommended that the outer door be removed leave inner doo...

Страница 33: ...he water toward the bottom of the tank near the gas control thermostat Therefore always remember to test the water temperature with your hand before use and remember that hotter water increases the ri...

Страница 34: ...e 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 9 After the po...

Страница 35: ...the temperature pressure relief valve located near the top of the water heater to make certain the valve operates freely Allow several gallons to flush through the discharge line to an open drain NOTI...

Страница 36: ...gasket must be replaced For cleaning remove the burner from the water heater A vacuum cleaner can be used on the burner and floor shield inside the water heater The burner can also be cleaned by scru...

Страница 37: ...er to the Hydrogen 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 cons...

Страница 38: ...Excessive conden sation can cause main burner outage An undersized water heater will cause condensation Use a water heater size that meets the requirements of your needs Yellow flame or soot Scale on...

Страница 39: ...heater to recover after an abnormal demand Low gas pressure Check gas supply pressure and manifold pressure The gas control thermostat may be set too low See the Water Temperature Setting of The Water...

Страница 40: ...gnition Insufficient gas supply unstable pilot carbon buildup on electrode or wire pilot tube damage 1 Check gas supply 2 Replace pilot 45 Six Two Flash three second pause Recycle limit PS limit opene...

Страница 41: ...clips and tamper resistant screws May differ in actual appearance Flammable Vapor Sensor Rubber Coupling Appearance may differ Instructions For Placing a Parts Order All parts orders should include Th...

Страница 42: ...42 Notes...

Страница 43: ...43 Notes...

Страница 44: ...e Department at the following address Rheem Canada Ltd Ltee 125 Edgeware Road Unit 1 Brampton Ontario Canada L8Y 0P5 Customer Service Phone 1 800 432 8373 Warranty 1 800 263 8342 When contacting the m...

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