Rheem Power Direct Vent Series Use and Care Manual - Page 2

Safety Information Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installing the Water Heater Location 7 Water Supply Connections. . . 8 Gas Supply 10 Vent and Combustion Air-Inlet 11-22 Wiring Diagram 23 Pipe Insulation 24 Heat Traps 25 Installation Checklist 26 Potable/Space Heating . . . . 27 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 28 Water Temperature . . . . . 29, 30 Care and Cleaning Draining 32 Maintenance 32 Vent System Inspection. . . . 33 Burner Inspection 33 Extended Shut-Down. . . . . . 33 Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 34, 35 Customer Service Parts List 37 If You Need Service 38 2 FOR YOUR RECORDS Write the model and serial numbers here: # # You can find them on a label on the appliance. Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under the warranty. 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 Guide. If you review the chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION Your safety and the safety of others are very important. There are many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety messages. This is the safety alert symbol. Recognize this symbol ! as an indication of Important Safety Information! This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others. All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word "DANGER", "WARNING", "CAUTION" or "NOTICE". These words mean: ! DANGER An imminently hazardous situation that will result in death or serious injury. ! WARNING A potentially hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury and/or damage to property. ! CAUTION A potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor moderate injury. Notice: Attention is called to observe a specified procedure or maintain a specific condition.