Rheem RTG84XLN1 Water Heater

USE AND CARE MANUAL - Page 8

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8
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
General Installation and Maintenance Safety
!
WARNINGS:
This water heater must be installed in
accordance with these instructions, local
codes, utility company requirements and/or
in the absence of local codes, use the latest
edition of the American National Standard/
National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC), ANSI Z223.1
and National Fire Protection Association,
NFPA 54, or in Canada, CAN/CSA B149.1,
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code,
and the latest edition of the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada, Canadian
Electrical Code, CAN/CSA C22.1, Part 1.
If local codes require the application of
external insulation blanket kits, carefully follow
the manufacturer’s installation instructions
included with the kit. Only use blanket kits that
are approved for use with your water heater.
For your safety, DO NOT attempt to
disassemble this water heater for any reason.
Improper adjustments, alterations, service, or
maintenance can cause death, personal injury,
or property damage.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
Read this manual entirely before installing and/
or operating the water heater.
Use this water heater only for its intended
purpose as described in this Use and Care
Manual.
Have the installer show you the location of
the gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off if
necessary. Turn off the manual shut-off valve
if the water heater has been subjected to
overheating, fire, flood, physical damage, or if
the gas supply fails to shut off.
Be sure your water heater is properly installed in
accordance with local codes and the provided
installation instructions.
DO NOT attempt to repair or replace any part
of your water heater unless it is specifically
recommended in this manual. All other servicing
should be referred to a qualified service
technician.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Read This Manual
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and
maintain your water heater properly. A little preventive
care on your part can save you time and money over the
life of your water heater.
You’ll find many answers to common problems in the
Troubleshooting Chart on pages 23 and 24� Always refer to this
chart before calling for service� Referring to this chart before
calling may answer your question(s) and eliminate the need for
service�
Preoperating Checklist
Is the main gas valve to the water heater turned on?
Is the fuse in place or is the breaker turned on?
Does the water heater’s electronic ignition light?
Is the water temperature set to a safe temperature?
Is the water heater connected to a floor drain?
Is the water heater properly vented to the outside?
Is the water heater installed in a safe location away
from flammable materials and/or freezing conditions?
SafetyProduct Information
For Your Records
Write down and save the following product
information along with the original sales slip and/
or cancelled check.The model and serial numbers
can be found on the top label on the right side of the
water heater.
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
DATE OF INSTALLATION:
INSTALLING COMPANY/PHONE NUMBER:
PLUMBING CONTRACTOR/PHONE NUMBER:
See page 26 for additional service information.
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