Reliance Water Heaters 184735-000 instruction manual Introduction, Table of Contents

INTRODUCTION

Thank You for purchasing this water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service.

Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual:

•ANSI - American National Standards Institute

•ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers

•GAMA - Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association

•NEC - National Electrical Code

•NFPA - National Fire Protection Association

•UL - Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

PREPARING FOR THE INSTALLATION

1.Read the “General Safety” section of this manual first and then the entire manual carefully. If you don’t follow the safety rules, the water heater will not operate properly. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUSBODILYINJURYAND/ORPROPERTYDAMAGE.

This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of the electric water heater. It also contains warnings throughout the manual that you must read and be aware of. All warnings and all instructions are essential to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety. Since we cannot put everything on the first few pages, READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE

ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.

This application has been listed as complying with UL Standard for safety UL174.

2.The installation must conform with these instructions and the local code authority having jurisdiction and the requirements of the power company. In the absence of code requirements follow the current edition of the NEC, National Electrical Code NFPA-70 which may be ordered from: National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

3.If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not understand any portion of the instructions, call the local utility or the manufacturer whose name appears on the rating plate.

4.Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water heater.

INSTALLATION OR SERVICE OF THIS WATER HEATER REQUIRES ABILITY EQUIVALENT TO THAT OF A LICENSED TRADESMAN IN THE FIELD INVOLVED. PLUMBING AND ELECTRICAL WORK ARE REQUIRED.

Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with the “Facts to Consider About the Location” section in this manual.

5.For California installation this water heater must be braced, anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an earthquake. See instructions for correct installation procedures. Instructions may be obtained from California Office of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

6.Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be installed in accordance with Massachusetts 248-CMR 2.00: State Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE	..................... 2
GENERAL SAFETY	3
INTRODUCTION	4
Preparing for the Installation	4
TABLE OF CONTENTS	4
TYPICAL INSTALLATION	5
MIXING VALVE USAGE	5
LOCATING THE NEW WATER HEATER	6
Facts to Consider About Location	6
Insulation Blankets	6
INSTALLING THE NEW WATER HEATER	6-9
Optional Wall Mounting	6,7
Water Piping	7,8
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve	8,9
Filling the Water Heater	10
WIRING DIAGRAMS	10
WIRING	11
TEMPERATURE REGULATION	12
Temperature Adjustment	12

FOR YOUR INFORMATION	13
Thermal Expansion	13
Strange Sounds	13
Operational Conditions	13
Smelly Water	13
“Air” in Hot Water Faucets	13
High Water Temperature Shut Off System	13
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE	14-16
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation ..... 14
Draining	14
Thermostat Removal/Replacement	14,15
Element Cleaning/Replacement	15,16
Drain Valve Washer Replacement	16
Service	16
LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS	17
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES	18
REPAIR PARTS LIST	19
WARRANTY	INSERT

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