Reliance Water Heaters 184333-001, 606, 11-03 Draining, Drain Valve Washer Replacement, Service

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Periodic Maintenance (cont’d)

Draining

The water heater should be drained if being shut down dur- ing freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and clean- ing of sediment from the tank may be necessary.

1.Turn “OFF” gas supply to water heater.

2.CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater.

3.OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for draining.

4.Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an adequate drain.

5.OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank draining.

NOTE: If the water heater is going to be shut down and drained for an extended period, the drain valve should be left open with hose connected allowing water to ter- minate to an adequate drain.

6.Close the drain valve.

7.Follow instructions in the “Filling The Water Heater” section.

8.Follow the lighting instructions in the “Lighting” section to restart the water heater.

Drain Valve Washer

Replacement

NOTE: For replacement, use a 17⁄32″ x 13⁄64″ x 1⁄8″ thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering replacement washers, refer to the “Repair Parts” section.

1.Turn “OFF” gas supply to water heater.

2.Follow “Draining” instructions.

3.Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the screw handle.

4. Remove the washer and put the new one in place.

5.Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

6.Follow instructions in the “Filling The Water Heater” section.

7. Check for leaks.

8.Follow the lighting instructions in the “Lighting” section to restart the water heater.

HANDLE AND

CAP ASSEMBLY

WASHER

Service

If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the oper- ation of the water heater, let a qualified person check it out. Call the local utility and/or plumbing contractor.

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Contents What to do if YOU Smell GAS Used by this Water HeaterMust not be plugged or blocked General SafetyDischarge Pipe DEATH, Serious Bodily INJURY, or Property Damage General Safety cont’dJURY, or Property Damage Rious Bodily INJURY, or Property DamageTable of Contents Introduction Preparing for the New InstallationSome models are equipped with Circulating loop fittings Typical InstallationFacts to Consider About the Location Locating the New Water HeaterCombustion Air and Exhaust Locating the New Water Heater cont’dFacts to Consider About the Location cont’d 18″ Wire FenceAir for Ventilation for Appliances Located Confined Spaces Water Piping Installing the New Water HeaterTemperature-Pressure Relief Valve Installing the New Water Heater cont’dFilling the Water Heater WiringVenting Wiring DiagramALL 40 and 50 Gallon 40,000 BTU/HR Models Venting cont’dVenting Through AN Outside Wall ALL 75 Gallon Models and 50 Gallon 65,000 BTU/HR ModelsVenting System Example Installations for ALL Models Installing the New Water Heater contdVent piping can be installed as follows Minimum vent length for all models is 18 inchesVent Pipe Separation PrecautionsCementing PVC, ABS or Cpvc Pipe and Fittings Typical installation Connecting Vent to BlowerVenting contd Venting Through a RoofVenting Through a Roof CONT’D Gas PipingSediment Trap GAS Piping with Flexible ConnectorGAS Piping with ALL Black Iron Pipe to GAS Control Before Operating the Water Heater Installation ChecklistIts hookup? Model Rating PlateBefore the Water Heater will Operate OperatingOperation ALL ModelsOperating cont’d Make sure gas and electric power are connected properlyCheck for Leaks Water Heating Ignition SequenceFor Your Safety Read Before Operating Temperature Indicators Temperature Adjustment Buttons Temperature RegulationOperational Conditions For Your InformationStart Up Conditions Operational Conditions cont’d For Your Information cont’dBurner Cleaning Periodic MaintenanceVenting System Inspection Burner InspectionTemperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation Periodic Maintenance cont’dHousekeeping Anode Rod InspectionDraining Drain Valve Washer ReplacementService Leakage Checkpoints Thermostat and GAS Supply Check TroubleshootingSystems Check Troubleshooting cont’dHOT Water Not EnoughCondensation ProtectionRepair Parts This is a Repair Parts LIST, not a Packing List Repair Parts cont’dPart Part Number Description 40 Gal.†Repair Parts 50 Gal.† Page