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LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
Warning: This gas water heater is designed to operate reliably and safely
as long as the operating instructions are followed exactly. You must comply
with these lighting instructions at every stage.
Make sure the water heater is filled with water and the water supply is on,
otherwise serious damage to the vitreous enamel cylinder lining and
plastic components may occur.
The installer must check all gas connections for leaks, gas supply pressure and
test point pressure (refer rating label). Remove the access cover at the front of
the water heater to access the gas thermostat.
Note: AS 3498 requires that a water heater provides the means to inhibit the
growth of Legionella bacteria in potable water. This water heater can satisfy
this AS 3498 requirement provided it is operating and the thermostat setting is
60°C or higher, including when it is used as an in-series booster water heater
for a solar water heater.
SAFETY INFORMATION
A. This water heater is equipped with an igniter button which lights the pilot.
When lighting the pilot follow these instructions exactly.
B. Before lighting ensure there is no smell of gas around or in the vicinity of
the water heater and the burner opening. Be sure to smell next to ground
level as some gases can settle there.
C. What to do if you smell gas.
Do not try to light the water heater.
If the gas smell is throughout the area, turn the gas control knob clockwise
to the “” (off) position and then turn off the isolation valve on the gas line
to the water heater. Leave the area and call Rheem Service or a qualified
service technician.
D. Use only your hand to turn the gas control knob, never use tools. If the
control knob will not turn by hand, don‟t try to repair it, call a qualified
service technician. Force or attempted repair may cause a fire or
explosion.
E. Do not attempt to operate this water heater if it has been damaged. Call a
qualified service technician.