Rheem Water Heater- Manuals

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 5 TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT The water heater features a tradesperson adjustable thermostat. This requires a licensed tradesperson to make any temperature adjustments. The thermostat has a maximum temperature setting of 70 ° C and a minimum temperature setting of 60 ° C. We advis...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 6 TO TURN OFF THE WATER HEATER If you plan to be away from home for a few nights, we suggest you leave the water heater switched on. If it is necessary to turn off the water heater: • Switch off the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the solar storage tank. • Close ...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 7 PIPE WORK AND INSULATION The solar hot and solar cold pipe work between the solar storage tank and the solar collectors MUST BE of copper and fully insulated with closed cell polymer insulation or similar (minimum thickness 13 mm). The insulation must be weatherproof and UV...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 8 HOW LONG WILL THE WATER HEATER LAST? There are a number of factors that will affect the length of service the water heater will provide. These include the water quality, the water pressure, temperature (inlet and outlet) and the water usage pattern. However, your Rheem wate...

HOW YOUR WATER HEATER WORKS SOLAR OPERATION The Rheem Premier Loline solar water heater has its vitreous enamel lined solar storage tank installed at ground or floor level, remotely from the solar collectors. This water heater is an indirect solar hot water system with a heat exchanger in the solar ...

HOW YOUR WATER HEATER WORKS 10 ELECTRIC BOOSTING Water stored in the solar storage tank can be heated by an electric booster heating unit. The booster heating unit is for heating the water at times of low solar energy gain, such as during very cloudy or rainy weather, or during the winter months. Th...

HOW YOUR WATER HEATER WORKS 11 It is important to ensure the booster switch is turned OFF after you have satisfied your hot water needs. Do not leave the booster switch ON in daylight hours because your solar savings will be reduced. b) Extended Off-Peak (overnight and day) Tariff Connection Operati...

HOW YOUR WATER HEATER WORKS 12 TIMER CONTROL SWITCH A timer control switch will help provide maximum savings with an electrically operated boosted solar water heater connected to a continuous or an extended Off-Peak electricity supply. If used with an extended Off-Peak supply, the timer control swit...

HOW YOUR WATER HEATER WORKS 13 SOLAR MONITOR The solar storage tank incorporates a solar monitor. The solar monitor is located on the lower front cover and houses both a green and a red LED. The green LED, marked “Solar”, indicates the current operational mode of the solar water heater and the red L...

REGULAR CARE TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE This valve is near the top of the water heater and is essential for its safe operation. It is possible for the valve to release a little water through the drain line during each heating period. This occurs as the water is heated and expands by approxima...

REGULAR CARE 15 EXPANSION CONTROL VALVE In many areas, including South Australia, Western Australia and scaling water areas, an expansion control valve is fitted to the cold water line to the water heater. The expansion control valve may discharge a small quantity of water from its drain line during...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL Check the items below before making a service call. You will be charged for attending to any condition or fault that is not related to manufacture or failure of a part. NOT ENOUGH HOT WATER (OR NO HOT WATER) This can occur with new installations and is normally related to some mi...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL 17 • Are you using more hot water than you think? Is one outlet (especially the shower) using more hot water than you think? Very often it is not realised the amount of hot water used, particularly when showering. Carefully review the family’s hot water usage. As you have install...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL 18 TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RUNNING • Normal Operation It is normal and desirable this valve allows a small quantity of water to escape during the heating cycle. However, if it discharges more than a bucket full of water in 24 hours, there may be another problem. • Conti...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL 19 HIGH ELECTRICITY BILLS With the installation of your new solar hot water system, maximum energy savings can be achieved with careful planning of hot water usage. Should you at any time, feel your electricity account is too high, we suggest you check the following points: • Is ...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL 20 COLLECTOR GLASS Warranty DOES NOT cover breakage of solar collector glass. Check your household insurance policy covers collector glass breakage. Warning: Collector glass must not be replaced whilst the solar collector is on the roof. The collector glass is not offered as a re...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK THIS WATER HEATER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING. The system is suitable for installation with Rheem S 200 or T 200 solar collectors. The solar circuit must be installed with a continuous fall of a minimum 5° in the pipe work from the solar collectors to the solar...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 22 The installation must comply with these installation instructions and with the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4, AS/NZS 3000 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements. In New Zealand, the installation must conform with the New Zealand Building Code. ...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 23 MAINS WATER SUPPLY Where the mains water supply pressure exceeds that shown in the table below, an approved pressure limiting valve is required and should be fitted as shown in the installation diagram (refer to diagram on page 36 ) . Model 270 Relief valve setti...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 24 RAIN WATER TANK If the solar collectors and solar pipe work are to be installed on a section of roof which is part of a rain water runoff collection system, then it is recommended this section of roof and its gutter be isolated from the rain water collection syst...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 25 HOT WATER DELIVERY This water heater can deliver water at temperatures which can cause scalding. It is necessary and we recommend that a temperature limiting device be fitted between the water heater and the hot water outlets in any ablution area such as a bathro...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 26 If a pressure limiting valve is installed on the cold water line to the solar storage tank and the cold water line to a temperature limiting device branches off before this valve or from another cold water line in the premises, then a pressure limiting valve of a...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 27 Circulated Hot Water Flow and Return System – Solar Water Heater REDUCING HEAT LOSSES The cold water line to and the hot water line from the water heater must be insulated in accordance with the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4. The insulation must be weatherproof a...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 28 SADDLING - PIPE WORK To prevent damage to the cylinder when attaching pipe clips or saddles to the water heater jacket, we recommend the use of self-drilling screws with a maximum length of 13 mm. Should pre drilling be required, extreme caution must be observed ...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 29 DIMENSIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA Model 591 270 Storage capacity 270 litres Mass 146 kg (empty) Boost capacity 125 litres 416 kg (full) Specifications are subject to change with ongoing product improvements.

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 30 TYPICAL INSTALLATION – OUTDOOR LOCATION TYPICAL INSTALLATION – INDOOR LOCATION

INSTALLATION – SOLAR COLLECTORS SOLAR COLLECTOR LOCATION Consideration must be given to the position of the solar collectors in relation to the solar storage tank. There are limitations on both the maximum length of the solar hot and solar cold pipes and the maximum height between the solar storage ...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR COLLECTORS 32 • The roof must be suitable to take the mass of the solar collectors. Each solar collector and its fittings weighs approximately 45 kg when full of water. • The installation must comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4 and all local codes and regulatory autho...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR COLLECTORS 33 PIPE LENGTHS The solar hot and solar cold pipes between the solar storage tank and the solar collectors shall: • be of DN15 hard drawn copper pipe. • have a continuous fall from the solar collectors to the solar storage tank of a minimum 5 ° (1 in 10 grade). • not ...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR COLLECTORS 34 Maximum Height To Collectors The solar collectors must be the highest point of the system. The maximum height of the solar installation, from the base of the solar storage tank to the top of the solar collectors, is 9 m. The pump supplied will not circulate closed ...

CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING CONNECTION SIZES • Hot water connection: RP¾/20. • Cold water connection: RP¾/20. • Solar hot (from collector) connection: DN15 compression fitting. • Solar cold (to collector) connection: DN15 compression fitting. • Temperature Pressure Relief valve connection: RP½/15. • Sola...

CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING 37 PIPE SIZES To achieve true mains pressure operation, the cold water line to the water heater should be the same size or bigger than the hot water line from the water heater. The pipe sizing for hot water supply systems should be carried out by persons competent to do so, ch...

CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING 38 Solar Circuit Relief Valve Ensure the outlet of the solar circuit relief valve is facing toward the rear of the water heater installation. A copper drain line must be fitted to the relief valve to carry the discharge clear of the water heater. Connect the drain line to the ...

CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING 39 SOLAR INLET AND OUTLET All pipe work must be cleared of foreign matter before connection and purged before attempting to operate the water heater. All olive compression fittings must use brass or copper olives. Use thread sealing tape or approved thread sealant on all fitti...

CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING 40 To connect the solar cold and solar hot pipes to the solar storage tank: • Remove the compression nut and olive from the solar hot inlet fitting at the top of the solar storage tank. Remove the rubber washer from the union and discard. • Remove the plastic cap from the sola...

CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL The power supply to the water heater must not be switched on until the solar storage tank is filled with water and a satisfactory megger reading is obtained. MEGGER READING When a megger test is conducted on this water heater, then the following should be noted. Warning: Thi...

CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL 42 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION All electrical work and permanent wiring must be carried out by a qualified person and in accordance with the Wiring Rules AS/NZS 3000 and local authority requirements. The water heater requires a 240 V AC, 50 Hz mains power supply for operation. The...

CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL 43 Continuous Power Supply A single active is required from the switchboard if the solar storage tank is connected to a continuous power supply. The active from the continuous circuit must be connected to the active terminal marked A1 (marked “Controller” on the wiring diagr...

CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL 45 HOT SENSOR LEAD House the hot sensor lead at the water heater in the flexible conduit provided and secure the conduit in the cut out on the tab located behind the upper front cover. Connect the hot sensor cable to the hot sensor cable connector located on the tab behind t...

CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL 46 MANUAL CONTROLS Rheem recommends an additional manual isolating switch be installed in the power supply circuit to the booster heating unit. This booster switch is to be installed in a convenient location such as the kitchen or laundry and will enable the householder to c...

CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL 47 WIRING DIAGRAM Wiring Diagram Electric Boosted Closed Circuit Solar Water Heater Robertshaw “EWT” Thermostat

AUXILIARY PUMP The solar collectors must be the highest point of the system. The maximum height of the solar installation from the base of the solar storage tank to the top of the solar collectors is 9 m. The pump supplied with the solar storage tank will not circulate closed circuit fluid through h...

AUXILIARY PUMP 50 AUXILIARY PUMP – PLUMBING CONNECTIONS The auxiliary pump is to be installed: • on the solar cold pipe from the solar storage tank to the solar collectors. Refer to the label on top of the storage tank to identify the solar cold pipe. The solar cold pipe connection is located toward...

AUXILIARY PUMP 52 AUXILIARY PUMP – ELECTRICAL CONNECTION The auxiliary pump, if installed, must be wired to the control board. The flexible cord supplied with the pump must be housed in a 20 mm flexible conduit. The flexible conduit should be secured to the insulated pipe work with the cable ties pr...

AUXILIARY PUMP 53 The solar monitor located on the lower front cover is connected to the solar control module by a ribbon cable. The ribbon cable has sufficient length to enable the removal of the lower front cover and for it to be set to one side of the opening without disconnecting the ribbon cabl...

COMMISSIONING TO FILL AND TURN ON THE WATER HEATER The power supply to the water heater must not be switched on until the solar storage tank is filled with water . • Open all of the hot water taps in the house (don’t forget the shower). • Open the cold water isolation valve fully on the cold water l...

COMMISSIONING 55 SOLAR CIRCUIT It is necessary to commission and check the operation of the solar circuit. The commissioning procedure includes: • checking the circulation of closed circuit fluid through the solar circuit. • checking the drain back function of the solar circuit. • pressure testing t...

COMMISSIONING 56 Closed Circuit Fluid The water heater is supplied charged with closed circuit fluid and it is not necessary to add further closed circuit fluid to the system. If the closed circuit fluid has been completely drained or discharged from the solar circuit and needs to be replaced, then ...

COMMISSIONING 57 PRE-COMMISSIONING WARNINGS • It is recommended to conduct the solar circuit commissioning procedure with the solar collectors covered, otherwise during the commissioning and checking procedure of the solar circuit, the closed circuit fluid may experience solar gain as it passes thro...

COMMISSIONING 58 Co To commission and check the solar circuit: 1. Switch off the electrical supply at the isolating switch to the solar storage tank. If the pump has been operating, wait five minutes to allow the drain back of the closed circuit fluid in the solar circuit. 2. Cover the solar collect...

COMMISSIONING 59 Hose t. f the erti LEVEL 6. nect the drain line from the solar e solar g clip e and Attach Closed Circuit Fluid Level 5. Attach the clear hose to the solar circui To attach the hose: ƒ Ensure the heat exchanger drain valve is closed. The heat exchanger drain valve is located adjacen...

COMMISSIONING 60 ircuit fluid on the side of the solar r. Sola 9. onnecting plug l tab i cover opening. It is proccomthe solar circuit is complete, to othe trical supply is pumhour it no solar gain 10. Swit tank 8. Mark the static level of the closed c storage tank with a non permanent marke r Circu...

COMMISSIONING 61 kling sound of the closed circuit fluid returning into er by placing your ear against the side toward the he solar circuit, a trickling sound will ba k: sconnected at the solar storage tank. the hot sensor lead at the solar storage e work betwe r pump, located behind the lower front...

COMMISSIONING 62 the hose r storage markcircusatisfactorily. 13. If the lete before the pump has automatically t ƒ s itch off the ƒ waitcom otherwise the pump may not operate when ƒ reco 12. Mark the dynamic level of the closed circuit fluid inon the side of the solatank with a non permanent er when...

COMMISSIONING 63 14. t label will stop flashing. la 15. The If the closed circuit fluid does not drain back completely to this level, then ƒ there is a continuous fall of at least 5 ° (1 in 10 grade) in the solar pipe work from the solar collectors to the solar storage tank. ƒ the solar collectors h...

COMMISSIONING 64 evel PUMP OPERATING” to the closed circuit fluid dynamic level marked fluid dynamic level for efficient operation of the operating is between the “MINIMUM FLUID tank during step 12 is greater than 150 mm above the text , it will sed circuit fluid. Note: com FLUID LEVEL WITH ea Close...

COMMISSIONING 65 ount of water to be added to or closed circuit fluid 17. Determine the correct am to be drained from the heat exchanger if the dynamic level is either below the text marking “MINIMUM FLUID LEVEL WITH PUMP OPERATING” or more than 150 mm above this mark. Each 100 mm of fluid level hei...

COMMISSIONING 66 tank and remove the valve (refer to step 6 ) . 18. Add water to top up the level of the closed circuit fluid in the heat exchanger if required. To add water to the closed circuit fluid: ƒ If not already removed, disconnect the drain line and remove the spring clip from the solar cir...

COMMISSIONING 68 21. lv 22. Refi orienrear of the SecRecvalv 23. Switch on the Pressure Testing the Solar Circuit Close the heat exchanger drain heat va e. t the solar circuit relief valve, tating the valve outlet to the solar storage tank. with the spring clip. onnect the drain pipe to the e. ure e...

COMMISSIONING 70 29. ve the clear hose from the solar storage tank when satisfied the e: anger drain Clean up any spillage of closed circuit fluid. ƒ Place the open end of the hose into the container and recover the remainder of the closed circuit fluid from the hose. Note: The closed circuit fluid ...

COMMISSIONING 71 Circuit b is electhe aftercont a fault sola 31. Rep d upper front covers of the solar storage tank. cting the ribbon cable to ver opening. The 32. Clean off the marks made on the side of the solar storage tank. 33. Remove the covers from the solar collectors. 34. Switch on the elect...

COMMISSIONING 72 LER e . The solar monitor is located on the lowe and a red LED. DIAGNOSTIC FEATURES OF THE SOLAR CONTROL The solar storage tank incorporates a sosolar control module by a ribbon cable r front cover and houses both a green lar monitor which is connected to th The green LED, marked “S...

DRAINING THE WATER HEATER orage Tank • • • r inlet to the solar storage tank and attach a ugh the He To • • The solar monitor located on the lower front cover is connected to the solar e ribbon cable has sufficient length to is area in front of the solar storage tank. At the completion of this proce...

76 Ausup detrimental effects on the water heater and its operation and/or life excasho AN exce ctive. To alleviate this, the black anode should be replaced with on wa mg/L, such mu ber or authorised service person. CA If y ter supply has a TDS greater than 600 mg/L and the anode has not been changed...

WATER SUPPLIES 77 a scaling water supply calcium carbonate is deposited out of the water onto etallic surface. Where the saturation index exceeds +0.40, the water ATER HEATERS NOT INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ABOVE ILL NOT BE COVERED BY THE WARRANTY. SATURATION INDEX The saturation index is used...

RHEEM SOLAR WA AUSTRALIA ONLY Rheem fer fully functional components from the defective water heater to the re s an r co In e and territory provide th owner under certain circumstances with certain minimum statutory rights in relation to your Rheem w ef NDITIONS 1. rranty is applicable only to water ...

RHEEM SOLAR WATER HEATER WARRANTY – AUSTRALIA ONLY 79 THE FOLLOWING EXCLUSIONS MAY CAUSE THE WATER HEATER WARRANTY TO BECOME VOID AND MAY INCUR A SERVICE CHARGE AND / OR COST OF PARTS. Service Agent or the Rheem Service Department. Where it is found there is nothiwater heater; where the compl ircuit...

RHEEM SOLAR WATER HEATER WARRANTY – AUSTRALIA ONLY 80 WARRANTY heem* will: b) wh s. er R a) Repair or, if necessary replace any Rheem water heater; or Replace any component (or, if necessary, arrange the installation of a new water heater), ich falls within the Warranty Periods specified below, subj...

SOLAR CONTROLLER AND SOLAR MONITOR 2007 October 2 SK6203 Rev B COMMISSIONING When the electrical supply is switched on to the solar control unit at start up: • If there is no solar gain, the circulator will not activate and the green LED will emit a slow pulse. The slow pulse indicates the circulato...

SOLAR CONTROLLER AND SOLAR MONITOR 2007 October 3 SK6203 Rev B DIAGNOSTIC FEATURES OF THE SOLAR CONTROLLER The operational modes are: Flashes Operational Modes solid green (remains on) Standby mode green slow pulse Standby mode (power on for less than 48 hours) green rapid pulse Circulating water th...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER MODEL TYPE Congratulations for choosing a Rheem ® water heater. Your Rheem solar Loline™ water heater is designed for the solar collectors to be roof mounted and the solar storage tank to be installed at ground level. The solar storage tank is suitable for outdoor installatio...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 5 HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY This water heater can deliver water at temperatures which can cause scalding. Check the water temperature before use, such as when entering a shower or filling a bath or basin, to ensure it is suitable for the application and ...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 6 SAFETY This water heater is supplied with a thermostat, an over-temperature cut-out, and a combination temperature pressure relief valve. These devices must not be tampered with or removed. The water heater must not be operated unless each of these devices is fitted and is ...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 7 TO TURN OFF THE WATER HEATER If it is necessary to turn off the water heater: • Shut down the gas control (refer to “Close Down Procedure” on page 51). • Close the gas isolation valve at the inlet to the gas control. • Switch off the electrical supply at the isolating switc...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 8 PIPE WORK AND INSULATION The solar hot and solar cold pipe work between the solar storage tank and the solar collectors MUST BE of copper and fully insulated with closed cell polymer insulation or similar (minimum thickness 13 mm). The insulation must be weatherproof and UV...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 9 BLEEDING THE SOLAR COLLECTORS It is necessary to purge air from the collector circuit: • When the water heater is to be turned on and the solar collectors and solar hot and solar cold pipe work have been drained. • After maintenance has been conducted on the pipe work and a...

ABOUT YOUR WATER HEATER 10 FREEZE PROTECTION The system when installed in areas subject to freeze conditions must be installed with the solar hot and solar cold pipes fully insulated with closed cell polymer insulation (minimum thickness 13 mm) to offer protection against freeze damage. Freeze condi...

HOW YOUR WATER HEATER WORKS The Rheem solar Loline system has its vitreous enamel lined solar storage tank installed at ground level, remotely from the solar collectors. As the sun heats the water in the solar collectors the increase in temperature activates the circulator. The circulator then moves...

HOW YOUR WATER HEATER WORKS 12 PIEZO IGNITION The “Piezo” push button igniter makes lighting the pilot flame of your water heater very easy. Simply follow the instructions on the label attached to the back of the access door. There is no need for matches to light the water heater. PILOT IGNITER A pe...

REGULAR CARE TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE This valve is near the top of the water heater and is essential for its safe operation. It is possible for the valve to release a little water through the drain line during each heating period. This occurs as the water is heated and expands by approxima...

REGULAR CARE 14 EXPANSION CONTROL VALVE In many areas, including South Australia, Western Australia and scaling water areas, an expansion control valve is fitted to the cold water line to the water heater. The expansion control valve may discharge a small quantity of water from its drain line during...

REGULAR CARE 15 FLUSHING THE SOLAR COLLECTORS It may be necessary to flush the solar collectors if there is sediment in the water supply. This should be conducted in the morning, within three hours of sunrise, when the water temperature inside the solar collector(s) is lower. • Open a hot water tap ...

TIMER OPERATION FUNCTIONS OF THE TIMER The timer is an accurate, electronic device which allows up to six (6) ON-OFF periods to be set per day. It is recommended only one (1) period per day be programmed into the timer. This will be sufficient for most installations. The timer is not weatherproof an...

TIMER OPERATION 17 The function of the timer is to enable the gas burner to automatically boost the stored water temperature, if required, due to low solar energy gain during the day. This will ensure the solar storage tank is full of hot water for the evening hot water requirements. Warning: The ti...

TIMER OPERATION 18 TO SET THE TIME TIME PROG DAY HR MIN z z z z z RANDOM y R z MAN SU OFF 13:30 Example: Setting the current time as Sunday at half past one in the afternoon i.e. 1:30 PM. • Press and hold the “TIME” button. • Press the “DAY” button to select the current day. • Press the “HR” button ...

TIMER OPERATION 19 To set “OFF” time • Press and release the “PROG” button. MO TU WE TH FR SA SU TIMER OFF TIME PROG DAY HR MIN z z z z z RANDOM y R z MAN 18:30 If the timer has been reset, then “TIMER – OFF”, “– – : – –” and “MO TU WE TH FR SA SU” will be displayed on the screen. If the timer has n...

TIMER OPERATION 20 MANUAL BOOSTING – “OVERRIDE” FUNCTION The timer also has an “OVERRIDE” function to allow for boosting the temperature of the water in the solar storage tank, outside of the set hours. SU ON TIME PROG DAY HR MIN z z z z z RANDOM y R z MAN 09:15 • To activate manual boosting, press ...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL Check the items below before making a service call. You will be charged for attending to any condition or fault that is not related to manufacture or failure of a part. NOT ENOUGH HOT WATER (OR NO HOT WATER) This can occur with new installations and is normally related to some mi...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL 22 • Air in collectors (No solar gain) It is possible under certain conditions, such as when the pipe work has been opened, that air may become trapped in the solar collectors. This will prevent the circulator from moving water around the collector circuit. The air will need to b...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL 23 TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RUNNING • Normal Operation It is normal and desirable this valve allows a small quantity of water to escape during the heating cycle. However, if it discharges more than a bucket full of water in 24 hours, there may be another problem. • Conti...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL 24 TIMER APPEARS TO BE FUNCTIONING INCORRECTLY Check the following: • Has the programming been set correctly? Check the programmed “ON” and “OFF” times (refer to “Timer Operation” on page 16). • Has the “R” (reset) button been inadvertently pressed? Reprogram the timer. • Has the...

SAVE A SERVICE CALL 25 HIGH GAS BILLS With the installation of your new solar hot water system, maximum gas energy savings can be achieved with careful planning of hot water usage. Should you at any time, feel your gas account is too high, we suggest you check the following points: • Is the relief v...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK THIS WATER HEATER IS FOR OUTDOOR INSTALLATION ONLY. THIS WATER HEATER IS NOT SUITABLE FOR POOL HEATING. Check the water heater is suitable for the gas type available. (refer to the rating label on the water heater) The system is suitable for installation with Rheem ...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 27 The installation must comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4, AS/NZS 3000, AS 5601 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements. In New Zealand, the installation must conform with NZS 5261 Code of Practice for Installation of Gas Burning Appli...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 28 MAINS WATER SUPPLY Where the mains water supply pressure exceeds that shown in the table below, an approved pressure limiting valve is required and should be fitted as shown in the installation diagram (refer to diagram on page 40 ) . Model 260 Relief valve setti...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 29 HOT WATER DELIVERY This water heater can deliver water at temperatures which can cause scalding. It is necessary and we recommend that a temperature limiting device be fitted between the water heater and the hot water outlets in any ablution area such as a bathro...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 30 If a combination isolation valve and non return valve (duo or trio valve) is installed on the cold water line to the solar water heater and the cold water line to the temperature limiting device branches off after this valve, then a second non return valve must b...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 31 • water will be supplied to the cold water inlet of the temperature limiting device at a temperature exceeding the maximum recommended water supply temperature, or • when the hot taps are closed no water will be supplied to the cold water inlet of the temperature...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 32 ANODE TYPES The correct anode type for the water supply being used must be fitted in the water heater (refer to “Water Supplies” on page 56). The black anode is fitted as standard. Total Dissolved Solids in water supply to the water heater Anode colour code 0 – 4...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 33 DIMENSIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA RHEEM 531260 RHEEM 531260 Model 531260 Mass (tank): Empty 110 kg Full 370 kg Capacity & Boost: 260 litres Recovery (Boost) (natural gas @ 50 ° C rise) 100 litres Gas Details Hourly Gas Consumption (MJ) Min. Gas Pressure (kPa) Tes...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 34 TYPICAL INSTALLATION – OUTDOOR LOCATION

INSTALLATION – SOLAR STORAGE TANK 35 ASSEMBLY OF SOLAR HOT AND SOLAR COLD PIPE CONNECTIONS • Use thread sealing tape or approved thread sealant. • All olive compression fittings must use brass or copper olives. • Ensure air bleed valve is open when filling collectors. • Insulate the air bleed valve ...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR COLLECTORS SOLAR COLLECTOR LOCATION Consideration must be given to the position of the solar collectors in relation to the solar storage tank. There are limitations on the maximum length of the solar hot and solar cold pipes between the solar storage tank and the solar collector...

INSTALLATION – SOLAR COLLECTORS 37 • The installation must comply with the requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4 and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements. • Refer to the installation instructions supplied with the collector kit for details on the installation of the solar collectors. LATITU...

CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING CONNECTION SIZES • Hot water connection: RP¾/20 • Cold water connection: DN20 compression fitting. (cold water inlet of tank: RP¾/20). • Solar hot (from collector) connection: DN15 compression fitting. (solar hot water inlet of tank: RP¾/20). • Solar cold (to collector) connec...

CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING 40 OR A disconnection union must always be provided at the cold water inlet, solar cold water outlet, solar hot water inlet and hot water outlet on the water heater to allow for disconnection of the water heater. This water heater has either a plastic dip tube or fitting liner...

CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING 41 RELIEF VALVE The temperature pressure relief valve is shipped behind the front cover of the solar storage tank. This valve must be fitted before the water heater is operated. Before fitting the relief valve, make sure the probe has not been bent. Seal the thread with Teflon...

CONNECTIONS – PLUMBING 42 BLEED VALVE DRAIN A copper drain line must be fitted to the bleed valve to carry the discharge clear of the water heater and solar controls. Connect the drain line to the bleed valve using a disconnection union. The pipe work from the bleed valve to the drain should be as s...

CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL The power supply to the water heater must not be switched on until the water heater is filled with water and a satisfactory megger reading is obtained. All electrical work and permanent wiring must be carried out by a qualified person and in accordance with the Standards Aus...

CONNECTIONS – ELECTRICAL 44 The power consumption of the water heater is: Component Power consumption Comments Solar controls 14 Watts Constant load 4 Watts differential controller 6 Watts solenoid valve 4 Watts timer Solar circulator 36 Watts Maximum load at solar heating cycle start up 30 Watts Av...

COMMISSIONING TO FILL AND TURN ON THE WATER HEATER The power supply to the water heater must not be switched on and the gas pilot or burner must not be lit until the water heater is filled with water and a satisfactory megger reading is obtained. • Open all of the hot water taps in the house (don’t ...

COMMISSIONING 46 GAS INLET PRESSURE IMPORTANT – CHECK the gas supply pressure at the inlet to the water heater with the water heater and all other gas burning appliances in the premises operating (burners alight). The minimum gas supply pressure is: Natural Gas 1.13 kPa Propane 2.75 kPa Butane 2.75 ...

COMMISSIONING 47 TO TURN OFF THE WATER HEATER If it is necessary to turn off the water heater on completion of the installation, such as on a building site or where the premises is vacant, then: • Shut down the gas control (refer to “Close Down Procedure” on page 51). • Close the gas isolation valve...

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 ...

LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER 49 LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Using the gas control light the water heater as follows: 1. Stop , read the safety information on page 48. 2. Turn the gas control knob fully clockwise to the “ z ” (off) position. 3. Wait five (5) minutes so any build up of unburnt gas can escape. ...

LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER 50 The main burner will now automatically ignite during the set timer period when heating is required and extinguish when the water has been heated to the set temperature. If the main burner does not light at the selected setting, the water may already be at the selected te...

LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER 51 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 " z " (off) position. This setting shuts the gas...

DRAINING THE SOLAR COLLECTORS To drain the solar collectors and the solar hot and solar cold pipes: • Open a hot water tap and allow the water to run for five minutes immediately prior to draining the solar collector(s). This will assist in the transfer of any high temperature water in the solar col...

DRAINING THE WATER HEATER To drain the water heater: • Open a hot water tap and allow the water to run for five minutes immediately prior to draining the solar storage tank. This will assist in the transfer of any high temperature water in the solar collector(s) to the solar storage tank. • Close th...

WATER SUPPLIES Your water heater is manufactured to suit the water conditions of most Australian metropolitan supplies. However, there are some known water supplies which can have detrimental effects on the water heater and its operation and/or life expectancy. If you are unsure of your water qualit...

WATER SUPPLIES 57 SATURATION INDEX The saturation index is used as a measure of the water’s corrosive or scaling properties. In a corrosive water supply, the water can attack copper parts and cause them to fail. Where the saturation index is less than –1.0, the water is corrosive and warranty does n...

RHEEM SOLAR WATER HEATER WARRANTY - AUSTRALIA ONLY Rheem reserves the right to transfer fully functional components from the defective water heater to the replacement water heater if required. The term “water heater” used in the Warranty, Warranty Conditions and Warranty Exclusions means the Rheem s...

RHEEM SOLAR WATER HEATER WARRANTY - AUSTRALIA ONLY 59 WARRANTY EXCLUSIONS 1. REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT WORK WILL BE CARRIED OUT AS SET OUT IN THE RHEEM WATER HEATER WARRANTY, HOWEVER THE FOLLOWING EXCLUSIONS MAY CAUSE THE WATER HEATER WARRANTY TO BECOME VOID AND MAY INCUR A SERVICE CHARGE AND / OR COST...

RHEEM SOLAR WATER HEATER WARRANTY - AUSTRALIA ONLY 60 WARRANTY Rheem will: a) Repair or, if necessary replace any Rheem water heater; or b) Replace any component (or, if necessary, arrange the installation of a new water heater), which falls within the Warranty Periods specified below, subject to th...