Technical data
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- About Your Water Heater
- Water Heater Application
- Model Type
- Mains Pressure
- How Hot Should The Water Be?
- Hotter Water Increases The Risk Of Scald Injury
- Temperature Adjustment
- Piezo Ignition
- Pilot Igniter
- Warning
- Safety
- Precautions
- To Turn Off The Water Heater
- To Turn On The Water Heater
- Going On Holidays
- How Do I Know If The Water Heater Is Installed Correctly?
- Victorian Customers
- Does The Water Chemistry Affect The Water Heater?
- How Long Will The Water Heater Last?
- Regular Care
- Water Supplies
- Save A Service Call
- Installation
- Installation Standards
- Water Heater Application
- Water Heater Location
- Indoor Installation
- Outdoor Installation
- SAFE TRAY
- Mains Water Supply
- Tank Water Supply
- Hot Water Delivery
- Circulated Hot Water Flow And Return System
- Reducing Heat Losses
- Anode
- Saddling - Pipe Work
- Dimensions And Technical Data
- Typical Installation – Outdoor Location
- Typical Installation – Indoor Location
- Connections – Plumbing
- Multiple Installations
- Commissioning
- Lighting The Water Heater
- Draining The Water Heater
- Rheem Heavy Duty Gas Mains Pressure Water Heater Warranty - Australia Only
- 1. The Rheem Warranty – General
- 2. Terms Of The Rheem Warranty And Exclusions To It
- 3. What Is Covered By The Rheem Warranty For The Water Heaters Detailed In This Document
- 4. Entitlement To Make A Claim Under This Warranty
- 5. How To Make A Claim Under This Warranty
- 6. The Australian Consumer Law
LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER
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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 35).
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 Service or their
nearest 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.