Rheem PVR50-80 (NAT) warranty Water Heaters

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!Warning: This water heater is not suitable for use in manufactured (mobile) homes!

Use & Care Manual

With Installation Instructions for the Installer

Residential Gas

Water Heaters

Residential 30, 38, 40 and 50 Gallon

The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, to provide the installer with the basic directions 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 troubleshooting of the water heater. This manual also 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 they may understand how to perform these operations. If you do not understand these instructions or any terms within it, seek professional advice.

Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater should be directed to the seller from whom it was purchased. If additional information is required, refer to the section on “If you need service.”

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!

! California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

 

 

 

 

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WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly,

 

 

a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

 

 

 

! FOR YOUR SAFETY!

 

Do not store or use gasoline or other

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call

flammable vapors or liquids or other

the fire department.

combustible materials in the vicinity of this or

Do not return to your home until authorized

any other appliance. To do so may result in an

by the gas supplier or fire department.

explosion or fire.

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,

 

 

WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

service or maintenance can cause property

Do not try to light any appliance.

damage, personal injury, or death . Refer to

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not

this manual. Installation and service must be

performed by a qualified installer, service

 

use any phone in your building.

 

agency or the gas supplier.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a

 

 

neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s

 

 

instructions.

 

 

 

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AP12668-5 (01/05)

Printed in USA

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Contents Water Heaters For Your Records Read the Safety InformationRead this Manual R N I N G Install the Draft Hood and Properly Vent the Water HEATER…N G E R Water Temperature SettingPage Safety Precautions For Installations in the State of CaliforniaRead and Follow this Safety Information Carefully Location Installing the water heaterCombustion and Ventilation Air Inspect ShipmentCorrosive Atmospheres Thermal Expansion Typical InstallationWater Supply Connections To Fill the Water Heater Relief ValveCondensation Pressure Testing the Gas Supply System Leak TestingGas Supply High AltitudeInsulation Blankets VentingDuring Installation of this water heater Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation InstallationHeat Trap Water Heater Location Installation ChecklistWater Supply Combination Potable and Space Heating Application Lighting the water heater Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Water Temperature SettingOperating the water heater Water Temperature Setting… Draining the Water Heater Routine Preventative MaintenanceHousekeeping Burner Inspection Venting System InspectionVacation and Extended Shut-Down Anode RodProblem Possible Causes What To Do Before You Call For Service…Rumbling noise Instructions For Placing a Parts Order Replacement PartsIf YOU Need Service