Rheem RMTG2-53(PVN)(PVP)(XN)(XP) warranty Install and Properly Vent the Water HEATER…

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.

Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater. It may save you time and money. Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death. Should you have problems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions, STOP, and get help from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility.

DANGER!

INSTALL AND PROPERLY VENT THE WATER HEATER…

Failure to install and properly vent the water heater to the outdoors as outlined in the Venting Section of the Installation Instructions in this manual can result in unsafe operation of the water heater. To avoid the risk of fire, explosion or asphyxiation from carbon monoxide, never operate this water heater unless it is properly vented and has an adequate air supply for proper operation.

Be sure to inspect the vent outlet on the OUTDOOR water heater, or the vent terminal and the vent system on the INDOOR water heater for proper installation at initial start-up; and at least annually thereafter. Refer to the Care and Cleaning section of this manual for more information regarding vent system inspection.

WARNING!

Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and liquids (adhesives, solvents, paint thinners etc.), and the vapors they produce are extremely dangerous. DO NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of a water heater or any other appliance. Be sure to read and follow the labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so can result in property damage, bodily injury or death.

D A N G E R

FLAMMABLES

Flammable Vapors

 

Vapors from flammable

Water heater has a main

liquids will explode and

burner flame.

catch fire causing death or

The main burner flame:

severe burns.

1. which can come on

at any time and

Do not use or store flammable

2. will ignite flammable

products such as gasoline,

vapors.

solvents or adhesives in the

Vapors:

same room or area near the

1. cannot be seen,

water heater.

2. are heavier than air,

Keep flammable products:

3. go a long way on the

floor and

1. far away from heater,

4. can be carried from

2. in approved containers,

other rooms to the

3.

tightly closed and

main burner flame by

4.

out of children's reach.

air currents.

Installation:

 

Do not install water heater

18" above the floor. This will

where flammable products will

reduce, but not eliminate, the

be stored or used unless the

risk of vapors being ignited

main burner flame is at least

by the main burner flame.

Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions. If owners manual is missing, contact the retailer or manufacturer.

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Contents Tankless Water Heater You can find them on a label on the appliance That will result in death or seriousInjury Install and Properly Vent the Water HEATER… N G E R Natural GAS and Liquefied Petroleum Models Read and Follow this Safety Information Carefully Location of the Outdoor water heater Installing the Outdoor water heaterLocation of Indoor Water Heater Installing the Indoor water heaterCombustion and Ventilation Air Indoor Water Heater Only Corrosive AtmospheresInspect Shipment Minimum Vent Length The venting VentingVenting Lengths Maximum Vent LengthVenting Through Closed Spaces Appliance Vent AdapterDraining the Condensate Horizontal Vent Terminal Location Installing the water heaterOutdoor Water Heater Indoor Water HeaterAdditional Considerations Vent Horizontal Wall Thimble Installation Vertical Vent Termination Location Vertical Vent InstallationMounting the Water Heater Thermal ExpansionWater Supply Connections Water Filter Clean Water Inlet Check Valve Nipple Relief Valve High Altitude Leak TestingPressure Testing the Gas Supply System Gas SupplyDescription Range Number Remote Control InstallationControl ModelRemote Control ExtensionWall CablePenetration Suitable Electrical Connection Indoor water heaters onlyIndoor or Outdoor water heaters Outdoor Models Indoor ModelsDo’s Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation InstallationDuring Installation of this water heater… Insulation BlanketsInstallation Check List To Turn OFF GAS to Appliance Lighting the water heaterOperating the water heater Safety PrecautionsWater Temperature Setting Time/Temperature Relationship in ScaldsWater Temperature Setting… Routine Preventative Maintenance HousekeepingDrain heater. See Draining Water Heater section on Condensate Trap Inspection Venting System InspectionBurner Inspection Vacation and Extended Shut-DownFreeze Protection Draining the Water HeaterBefore You Call For Service… Outdoor Water Heater Only Indoor Water Heater OnlyInstructions For Placing a Parts Order Replacement PartsTemperature Setting DIP Switch Adjustment If YOU Need Service

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