Rheem HG- User Manual

Rheem HG

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Table of Contents:

  • Page 2 – You can find them on a label on the appliance.; IF YOU NEED SERVICE; Customer Service
  • Page 3 – IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.; D A N G E R
  • Page 4 – LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM MODELS; If LP gas is present or suspected:; Do not
  • Page 5 – Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds; Temperature; HOT; Water temperature over 125; B U R N; WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
  • Page 6 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS; FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA; SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
  • Page 7 – Installing the water heater.; Location; Stand kits to raise the water heater 18; WARNING: Combustible construction; Safety Instructions; WARNING: If a location
  • Page 8 – Combustion and Ventilation Air; above the; mesh to prevent; Corrosive Atmospheres
  • Page 9 – Thermal Expansion; Water Supply Connections
  • Page 10 – Relief Valve
  • Page 11 – Leak Testing; black steel; WARNING: Never use an
  • Page 12 – Venting; per foot of length. Single wall vent; CAUTION: Application of any; space; WARNING: If local codes
  • Page 13 – Combination Potable and Space Heating Application; WARNING: When this system
  • Page 14 – Lighting the water heater.; FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE OPERATING; result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.; . S TO P ! R E A D T H E S A F E T Y I N F O R M AT I O N A B O V E
  • Page 15 – . STOP! READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION ABOVE
  • Page 16 – DANGER: There is a hot; Water Temperature Setting; Do; Operating the water heater.
  • Page 17 – If adjustment is necessary...; WARNING: Should overheating occur
  • Page 18 – Care and cleaning of the water heater.; Draining the Water Heater; CAUTION: Shut off gas to the water; Routine Preventative Maintenance; of core wire is exposed at either end; Housekeeping
  • Page 19 – Venting System Inspection; Visually inspect the burners annually.; Vacation and Extended Shut-Down
  • Page 20 – Problem; safety devices. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.; Before You Call For Service...
  • Page 22 – For 30, 40 and 50 gallon models using natural or LP gas.; Instructions For Placing a Parts Order; All parts orders should include:; CAUTION: For your safety DO; For models equipped with
  • Page 23 – Rheem Manufacturing Company; Please place in envelope and mail to:
  • Page 24 – Model Number; Model Number
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Part No. AP12171-4 (3/01)

Pub. No. 49-50008-4 03-01 JR

Manufactured under trademark license by:

Rheem Manufacturing Company

P.O. Box 244020, Montgomery, AL 36124-4020

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.

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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.

●

Do not return to your home until authorized
by the gas supplier or fire department.

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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 the gas supplier.

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

Model: HG Series, GG Series, GP Series, PG Series, SG Series,

SG Series with SmartWater™ Ignition System

The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, for the installing contractor, to provide requirements and
recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; and two,
for the owner–operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and
trouble shooting of the water heater. This manual includes a parts list.

It is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water heater read
the instructions carefully so that they may understand how to do so.

Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater should
be directed to the entity from whom it was purchased. If additional information is required, refer to
the section on How to Obtain Service Assistance.

Do not destroy this manual. Please read carefully and keep in a safe place for future reference.

Recognize this symbol as an indication of Important Safety Information!

Proposition 65:

This appliance contains fiberglass insulation. Respirable particles of

fiberglass are known to the State of California to cause cancer. Exhaust gas from this
appliance contains chemicals, including carbon monoxide, known to the State of California to
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallon

Use & Care Manual

With Installation Instructions for the Contractor

Printed in USA

Water Heaters

Gas Residential

DESIGN

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Page 3 - IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.; D A N G E R

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Page 4 - LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM MODELS; If LP gas is present or suspected:; Do not

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