Rheem HE119-199N - User Manual

This installation and operation manual covers the Rheem-Ruud AdvantagePlus high-efficiency commercial gas water heater, emphasizing safety, technical specifications, and professional installation requirements. The document highlights critical topics such as proper venting, combustion air handling, clearance standards from combustibles, and compliance with local regulations–including gas line sizing, electrical grounding, and temperature/pressure relief valve setup. It also addresses operational procedures like adjusting settings, troubleshooting common issues (e.g., error codes, sensor failures), and safety protocols for gas detection and appliance maintenance.

Page 1 – Product Identification and Safety Warnings
Page 2 – Technical Specifications and Clearance Requirements
Page 3 – Document Structure
Page 4 – General Safety Precautions for Installation
Page 5 – Preventing Scalding and Temperature Safety
Page 6 – Water Heater Installation Requirements
Page 7 – Booster Heater Installation and Plumbing
Page 8 – Gas Appliance Operation Safety
Page 9 – Electrical and Gas Connection Guidelines
Page 10 – Gas Piping System Testing and Sizing
Page 11 – Venting and Combustion Requirements
Page 12 – Vent Placement and Clearance
Page 13 – Vent System Spacing and Layouts
Page 14 – Vent Sizing Calculations
Page 15 – Combustion Settings and Fan Ratings
Page 16 – Concentric Venting Installation Diagrams
Page 17 – Water Heater Operation and Control
Page 18 – Operational Safety Procedures
Page 19 – Condensate System Installation
Page 20 – Appliance Component Listing
Page 21 – Electrical Wiring Diagram
Page 22 – Service Assistance Information
Page 23 – System Troubleshooting and Corrections
Page 24 – Control Board Error Code Diagnostics
Page 25 – Boiler Control System Reference Tables

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High Efﬁciency Commercial Gas Water Heater

USE & CARE MANUAL

WITH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE CONTRACTOR

This Use & Care Manual covers the following model numbers:

HE55-100N

HE119-130N

HE55-199LP

HE55-130N

HE119-160N

HE80-130LP

HE55-160N

HE119-199N

HE80-160LP

HE55-199N

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HE80-199LP

HE80-130N

HE55-100LP

HE119-130LP

HE80-160N

HE55-130LP

HE119-160LP

HE80-199N

HE55-160LP

HE119-199LP

FOR YOUR SAFETY!

— Do not store or use gasoline or other ﬂammable

vapors or liquids or other combustible materials in

the vicinity of this or any other appliance. To do so

may result in an explosion or ﬁre

— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

•

Do not try to light any appliance.

•

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any

phone in your building.

•

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s

phone. Follow the gas supplier’s instructions.

•

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the ﬁre

department.

•

Do not return to your building until authorized by

the gas supplier or ﬁre department.

— Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service

or maintenance can cause injury, property damage
or death. Refer to this manual. Installation and
service must be performed by a qualiﬁed installer,
service agency or gas supplier.

Printed in the USA

P15135

/09

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NOTICE

This water heater is designed for use in a commercial application. The installation and maintenance of it
should be performed by qualiﬁed, licensed service personnel.

WARNING

Read and review this entire manual with special emphasis on the Venting and Operation Sections prior to
any installation work.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and other
reproductive harm.

WARNING

If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a ﬁre or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.

Recognize this symbol as an indication of
important Safety Information!

Do Not Destroy this Manual. Please read carefully
and keep in a safe place for Future Reference.

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About this manual

Brand: Rheem
Model: HE119-199N
Document type: User Manual
Language(s): English
Pages: 28
File size: 2.5 MB
Format: PDF

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Summary

Page 1 - Product Identification and Safety Warnings

Lists covered model numbers, safety warnings, and requirements for qualified installation and maintenance.

Page 2 - Technical Specifications and Clearance Requirements

Details technical specifications including recovery capacities, maximum delivery rates, dimensional information, and required clearance from combustibles.

Page 3 - Document Structure

Outlines the manual structure covering sections such as General Safety Precautions, Installation, Venting, Operation, Components, and Troubleshooting.