Rheem PVR50-80 (NAT) Install the Draft Hood and Properly Vent the Water HEATER…, R N I N G

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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 THE DRAFT HOOD AND PROPERLY VENT THE WATER HEATER…

Failure to install the draft hood 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 system 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 warning label pictured below and other 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.

!W A R N I N G

FLAMMABLES

Flammable Vapors

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD

Can result in serious injury or death.

!Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Storage of or use of gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance can result in serious injury or death.

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Contents Water Heaters Read the Safety Information For Your RecordsRead this Manual R N I N G Install the Draft Hood and Properly Vent the Water HEATER…N G E R Water Temperature SettingPage For Installations in the State of California Safety PrecautionsRead and Follow this Safety Information Carefully Location Installing the water heaterInspect Shipment Combustion and Ventilation AirCorrosive Atmospheres Typical Installation Thermal ExpansionWater Supply Connections Relief Valve To Fill the Water HeaterCondensation High Altitude Leak TestingPressure Testing the Gas Supply System Gas SupplyInsulation Blankets VentingHot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation During Installation of this water heaterHeat Trap Installation Checklist Water Heater LocationWater Supply Combination Potable and Space Heating Application Lighting the water heater Water Temperature Setting Time/Temperature Relationship in ScaldsOperating the water heater Water Temperature Setting… Routine Preventative Maintenance Draining the Water HeaterHousekeeping Anode Rod Venting System InspectionBurner Inspection Vacation and Extended Shut-DownProblem Possible Causes What To Do Before You Call For Service…Rumbling noise Instructions For Placing a Parts Order Replacement PartsIf YOU Need Service