Rheem Residential Indoor Gas Tankless Water Heater installation instructions

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Use & Care Manual

With Installation Instructions for the Installer

Residential Indoor Gas

136,000 BTU Max Input

Tankless Water Heater

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

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, to the owneroperator, 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 don't understand these instructions or any terms within it, seek professional advice.

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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 SafetyInformation!

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

WARNING: If the in formation 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 flammable vapors or liquids or other combustible materials in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. To do so may result in an explosion or fire.

-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

Do not try to light any appliance.

Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

Do not return to your home until authorized by the gas supplier or fire department.

-Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause property damage, personal injury, or death. Refer to this manual. Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

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Contents Tankless Water Heater Installation Instructions Safety InformationCare and Cleaning Troubleshooting TipsInstall and Properly Vent the Water Heater Water Temperature Setting Natural GAS and Liquefied Petroleum Models Read and Follow this Safety Information Carefully Location Installing the water heaterCorrosive Atmospheres Combustion and Ventilation AirWater Supply Connections Mounting the Water HeaterWater pressure is not recommended Relief Valve Govern the installation of relief valvesPressure Testing the Gas Supply System Leak TestingGas Supply High AltitudeVenting Lengths VentingMaximum Vent Length Minimum Vent LengthVent Adapter Venting Through Closed SpacesDraining the Condensate Additional Considerations Horizontal Vent Terminal Location