Rheem AP13731 warranty Installation Check List

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Installing the water heater:

Installation Check List

A.Outdoor Water Heater Location

Outdoor water heaters must be installed outdoors.

Protected from freezing temperatures.

B.Indoor Water Heater Location

Close to area of vent termination.

Indoors and protected from freezing temperatures .

C.Outdoor and Indoor Water Heater Location

Proper clearance from combustible surfaces observed.

Sufficient fresh air supply for proper operation of water heater.

Air supply free of corrosive elements and flammable vapors.

Provisions made to protect area from water damage.

Sufficient room to service heater.

Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning materials, rags, etc. clear of the heater and vent piping.

Water heater is properly attached to the wall.

D.Water Supply

Water supply has sufficient pressure.

Air purged from water heater and piping.

Water connections tight and free of leaks

Water filter is clean and in place.

Materials used are as instructed in this manual.

Water pipes are insulated and protected from freezing.

E.Gas Supply

Gas type matches rating plate.

Gas supply pressure is sufficient for the water heater.

Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union and sediment trap.

Approved pipe joint compound used.

Soap and water solution used to check all connections and fittings for possible gas leak.

Gas Company inspected installation (if required).

F.Relief Valve

Pressure Relief Valve properly installed and discharge line run to open drain

Discharge line protected from freezing.

G.Venting (Indoor Water Heaters Only)

Materials used are as instructed in the manual.

Vent connector(s) pitched downward to termination (¼" per foot of length minimum) See page 13.

Vent connector(s) securely fastened together with high temperature silicone (500°F) (260°C) and air- tight.

All vent runs are properly supported.

Vent terminal is properly installed.

Sufficient combustion air is available.

Maximum and minimum vent lengths are observed.

H.Electrical Wiring

Voltage matches rating plate.

Water heater is properly grounded.

Supply cord and/or wiring meets all local codes.

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Contents Tankless Water Heater That will result in death or serious You can find them on a label on the applianceInjury Installand Properly Vent the Water HEATER… N G E R Natural GAS and Liquefied Petroleum Models Read and Follow this Safety Information Carefully Location of Indoor Water Heater Installing the Indoor water heaterLocation of the Outdoor water heater Installing the Outdoor water heaterCombustion and Ventilation Air Indoor Water Heater Only Installing the water heaterCorrosive Atmospheres Inspect ShipmentWater Supply Connections Mounting the Water HeaterLines.Relief Relief ValvePressure Testing the Gas Supply System Leak TestingGas Supply High AltitudeVenting Lengths VentingMaximum Vent Length Minimum Vent LengthVent Adapter Venting Through Closed SpacesDraining the Condensate Horizontal Vent Terminal Location US InstallationsAdditional Considerations Indoor Water HeaterVent Horizontal Wall Thimble Installation Vertical Vent Termination Location Vertical Vent InstallationRemote Control Remote Control InstallationAvailability Model Number DescriptionConnecting the remote control to the water heater Installing the Main Remote ControlElectrical Connection Power Cord Indoor water heaters onlyNot Supplied Typical Installation of Indoor Water HeaterTypical Installation of Outdoor Water Heater Installing the water heaterDuring Installation of this water heater Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation InstallationInsulation Blankets Do’sInstallation Check List To Turn OFF GAS to Appliance Lighting the water heaterWater Temperature Setting Safety PrecautionsTime/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Operating the water heaterWater Temperature Setting… Housekeeping Routine Preventative MaintenanceDrain heater. See Draining The Water Heater section on Burner Inspection Venting System InspectionVacation and Extended Shut-Down Freeze 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