Specifications

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER
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PRECAUTIONS
Where damage to property can occur in the event of the water heater leaking, the water heater must be
installed over a safe tray. Construction, installation and draining of a safe tray must comply with
AS/NZS 3500.4 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements.
The water heater must be maintained in accordance with the Owner‟s Guide and Installation Instructions.
Refer to “General Maintenance” on page 7, “Minor Six Month Maintenance” on page 7 and “Annual Service”
on page 7.
If this water heater is to be used where an uninterrupted hot water supply is necessary for your application or
business you should ensure that you have back up redundancy within the hot water system design. This
should ensure the continuity of hot water supply in the event that this water heater were to become
inoperable for any reason. We recommend you seek advice from your plumber or specifier about your needs
and building back up redundancy into your hot water supply system.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
The jacket of the water heater can be cleaned with a soft cloth and warm mild soapy water. Under no
circumstances should abrasive materials or powders be used.
Condensate Trap
A condensate trap may be installed as part of a condensate drain line from the secondary flue system.
Regularly check a condensate trap, if one is installed, to ensure it is filled with water. If a trap is dry or the
water level is low, then a trap must be refilled.
To check and / or refill a trap with water, remove the clamp securing the hose of the condensate trap to the
spigot on the flue outlet. Remove the hose from the spigot and fill the condensate trap with water. Reconnect
the hose to the spigot. Ensure the hose is not kinked when reconnected.
Warning: Failure to fill a Condensate Trap with water may cause flue gases to escape through the drain
line.
MINOR SIX MONTH MAINTENANCE
It is recommended minor maintenance be performed every six months by the dwelling occupant.
The minor maintenance includes:
Check the water level in the condensate trap (if one is installed). Refer to “Condensate Trap” on page 7.
Check the drain line from the safe tray (if one is installed) is not blocked.
ANNUAL SERVICE
For safe and efficient operation, it is recommended an annual service be conducted on the water heater.
Warning: Servicing of a water heater must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Phone Rheem
Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent.
Note: The annual service and routine replacement of any components, if required, are not included in the
Rheem warranty. A charge will be made for this work. Only genuine replacement parts should be used on
this water heater.
The annual service includes the following actions:
Check and if necessary adjust the gas pressure.
Check the operation of and clean the burner.
Check the water level in the condensate trap (if one is installed).
Visually check the unit for any potential problems.
Inspect all connections.
Check the drain line from the safe tray (if one is installed) is not blocked.