Technical data

LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER

TEST THE WATER HEATER AFTER INSTALLATION

The operation of the water heater must be thoroughly checked by the

installer.

The burner flame must light smoothly and quickly from the pilot flame, and

must go out quietly and completely.

The main burner flame must be stable, although slight lifting at the front

edge of the burner is acceptable when the burner is cold.

The main burner flame should be blue, with a clearly defined inner cone -

luminous yellow or "floating" flames are not acceptable, and must be

corrected by opening the air shutter (refer to “Air Shutter” on page 39).

Check the test point pressure and compare with the rating label. The

pressure regulator is not adjustable and if the test point pressure is not

within 5% of the specified value, refer to Rheem or their Accredited Service

Agent.

If unable to get the water heater working properly, contact Rheem Service

or their nearest Accredited Service Agent.

When satisfied everything is working properly instruct the user in the correct

method of operation.

AIR SHUTTER

The air shutter is a hinged flap in the burner aeration tube. It may require

adjustment on installation.

For a Propane and Butane model, the air shutter should be fully open.

For a Town and TLP model, the air shutter should be within 10 mm of the

top of the burner aeration tube.

The shutter is held in place by a screw on the side of the burner aeration

tube.

Note: A Natural gas model does not have an

air shutter.

CLOSE DOWN PROCEDURE

1. Turn the gas control knob to the

“” position (pilot). This setting will leave

the pilot flame alight however the main

burner will not be able to light.

2. Turn the gas control knob to the "" (off)

position. This setting shuts the gas

control down completely.