Rheem XG29T06MH32U0- 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 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CA...

7 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; instructions supplied with the roof jack assembly, local codes, and utility company require...

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. — A...

9 ROOF JACK — This water heater is certified for use with one of the following: AP12119B, AP12118B, AP12118C, AP12118D. Additional information on other Rheem approved and certified roof jacks may be found at www.rheem.com under Product Categories, select Water Heating, scroll down left side of page ...

10 Installing the water heater Thermal Expansion Determine if a check valve exists in the inlet water line. Check with your local water utility company. It may have been installed in the cold water line as a separate back flow preventer, or it may be part of a pressure reducing valve, water meter or...

11 A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and must remain in the opening provided and marked for the purpose on the water heater. No valve of any ...

12 The water heater and its manual gas shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psi (14” w.c.). The water heater must be isolated from the gas piping system by closing the manual gas shut-off v...

13 Heat Trap For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed 3/4” NPT heat traps in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. These heat traps may require a minimum of one (1) 90° 3/4” NPT elbow and may require an additional 90° 3/4” NPT elbow or a ...

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...

15 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 resul...

16 Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn 120°F More than 5 minutes 125°F 1 1 / 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 1 1 / 2 seconds 155°F About 1 second Table co...

17 Water Temperature Setting Maximum water temperatures occur just after the burner has shut off. To determine the water temperature, turn on a hot water faucet and place a thermometer in the water stream.The reference mark p on the rim of the temperature dial, represents an approximate water temper...

18 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 temperature and pressure relief valve, make certain no one will...

19 Venting System Inspection The water heater’s internal flue must be inspected annually to be certain it is clean by removing the draft hood and flue baffle.When reinstalling the flue baffle make certain it is hung securely by its hanger at the top of the flue way.Reinstall the draft hood.Inspect t...

20 Before You Call For Service Troubleshooting TipsSave time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off device that shuts the operation of the water heater down if undesirable combustion con...

22 Replacement Parts Instructions For Placing a Parts Order 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 rating plate. Part description (as noted below) and number of parts desired. CAUTIO...

23 Conversion instructions—Natural Gas to LP Gas If your gas supply is LP gas, your water heater can be converted to burn LP gas as follows: WARNING: This conversion kit must be installed by a qualified installer or service technician in accordance with these instructions. Installation must conform ...

24 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 pilot burner orifice. Remove natural gas pilot burner ...

25 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 ga...

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 ...