Rheem Professional Classic Series: Direct Vent for Manufactured Housing- Manuals

5 LP and natural gas have an odorant added to aid in detecting a gas leak. Some people may not physically be able to smell or recognize this odorant. If you are unsure or unfamiliar with the smell of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier. Other conditions, such as “odorant fade”, which causes the ...

6 ● Read this manual entirely before installing or operating the water heater. ● Use this appliance only for its intended purpose as described in this Use and Care Manual. ● Be sure your appliance is properly installed by a qualified technician in accordance with the provided installation instructio...

Installing the water heater. The installation of this water heater must be in accordance with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard (Title 24, CFR; Part 3280) and the following instructions; supplied with the roof jack assembly, local codes, and utility company requirements governin...

8 Installing the water heater. Installation Methods Inspect shipment. — Inspect the water heater for possible shipping damage. Placement of water heater. — Locate the water heater as desired, make certain the minimum clearances outlined in this manual are observed. Combustion and ventilation air. — ...

Roof Jack Sizing Table * Adjustable Length Roof Jacks ▲ Fixed Length Roof Jacks Roof Jack Kits contain specified Roof Jack AND Air Inlet Assembly. § These Part No.’s are for Roof Jack ONLY. NOTICE: 24” Minimum distance from the top of the water heater to the ceiling. NOTICE - A Roof Jack Extension K...

12 Installing the water heater. Condensation Condensation can form on the tank when it is first filled with water. Condensation might also occur with a heavy water draw and very cold inlet water temperatures. Drops of water falling on the burner can produce a sizzling or pinging sound, and the water...

13 ! WARNING: Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks, as bodily injury, property damage or death could result. Leak Testing The water heater and its gas connections must be leak tested at normal operating pressures before it is placed in operation. Turn on the manual gas shut-off valve near t...

14 Installation Checklist A. Water Heater Location B. Water Supply C. Gas Supply ❑ Water heater securely anchored. ❑ Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures. ❑ Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed and water heater not installed on carpeted floor. ❑ Sufficient fresh air supply...

Lighting the water heater. Before operating this water heater, be sure to read and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so can result in unsafe operation of the water heater resulti...

16 Safety Precautions Do turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off. Do Not turn on water heater unless it is filled with water. Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off va...

Operating the water heater. Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn 120°F More than 5 minutes 125°F 11/2 to 2 minutes 130°F About 30 seconds 135°F About 10 seconds 140°F Less than 5 seconds 145°F Less than 3 seconds 150°F About 11/2 seconds 155°F Abou...

Care and cleaning of the water heater. Draining the Water Heater CAUTION: Shut off gas to the water heater at the gas control (thermostat) gas cock or manual shut-off valve before draining water. DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain no one will be exposed to the hot water...

Venting System Inspection It is recommended the water heater’s internal flue be inspected annually to be certain it is clean by removing the roof jack vent and flue baffle.When reinstalling the flue baffle make certain it is hung securely by its hanger at the top of the flue way.Remove any scale tha...

20 Before You Call For Service… Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Condensation This usually happens when ● This is normal. After the water in the tank warms a new water...

Replacement Parts. Instructions For Placing a Parts Order Address parts orders to the distributor or store from where the heater was purchased.All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of the water heater from the rating plate. Specify type of gas (natural or LP) as marked on the ...

! WARNING: This conversion kit must be installed by a qualified installer or service technician in accordance with these instructions. Installation must conform with local codes, or in their absence, with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1. Failure to follow instructions c...

24 Conversion Instructions—Natural Gas to LP Gas Remove main burner orifice. Replace main burner natural gas orifice with the Red colored main burner orifice (stamped LP) supplied in the bag. Remove the compression nut from the pilot burner assembly using the 3/8" and 5/16" wrench to expose ...

Conversion instructions—LP Gas to Natural Gas Your water heater was factory pre-set to burn natural gas but may have been converted to burn LP gas. If your water heater has been converted to burn LP Gas, and your gas supply is now natural gas, your water heater can be converted to burn natural gas a...

28 IF YOU NEED SERVICE 1. Should you have any questions about your new water heater, or if it requires adjustment, repair, or routine maintenance, it is suggested that you first contact your installer, plumbing contractor or previously agreed upon service agency. In the event the firm has moved, or ...