Rheem 72V20-1, 72V30-2, AP10414-9, 72V40-2, 72V52-2 installation instructions Water Heaters

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Use & Care Manual

With Installation Instructions for the Installer

Electric

Water Heaters

For Manufactured Housing (Mobile Home)

®

LISTED

786H

Single and Double

Element Models

Side or Top

Water Connections

Residential 20–52 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.

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Recognize this symbol as an

indication of Important Safety

 

Information!

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California Proposition 65 Warning:

This product contains chemicals known

 

to the State of California to cause

 

cancer, birth defects or other

 

reproductive harm.

Printed in USA

AP10414-9 (11/03)

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Contents Water Heaters For Your Records N G E R Read and Follow this Safety Information Carefully Local Installation Regulations Installing the water heaterLocation Inspect ShipmentWater Supply Connections Thermal ExpansionTo Fill the Water Heater Relief ValveCondensation Typical Top Connect Installation Typical Side Connect InstallationElectrical Connections Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size GuideInsulation Blankets Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation InstallationHeat Trap Relief Valve Insulation InstallationSafety Controls Safety PrecautionsOperating the water heater Emergency InstructionsTime/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Water Temperature SettingIf adjustment is necessary… Routine Preventative Maintenance Care and cleaning of the water heaterDraining the Water Heater Anode Rod Vacation and Extended Shut-DownProblem Possible Causes What To Do Before You Call For Service…Instructions For Placing a Parts Order Replacement PartsCavity Insert Instructions If YOU Need Service Wiring Diagrams Therm-O-Disc Thermostats Type 59T