LIGHTING THE WATER HEATER
TEST THE WATER HEATER AFTER INSTALLATION
•The operation of the water heater must be thoroughly checked by the installer.
•The burner flame must light smoothly and quickly from the pilot flame, and must go out quietly and completely.
•The main burner flame must be stable, although slight lifting at the front edge of the burner is acceptable when the burner is cold.
•The main burner flame should be blue, with a clearly defined inner cone - luminous yellow or "floating" flames are not acceptable, and must be corrected by opening the air shutter (refer to “Air Shutter” on page 26).
•Check the test point pressure and compare with the rating label. The pressure regulator is not adjustable and if the test point pressure is not within 5% of the specified value, refer to Rheem or their Accredited Service Agent.
•If unable to get the water heater working properly, contact the nearest Rheem Service Department or their Accredited Service Agent.
•When satisfied everything is working properly instruct the user in the correct method of operation.
AIR SHUTTER
The air shutter is a hinged flap in the burner aeration tube. It may require adjustment on installation.
•For a Propane and Butane model, the air shutter should be fully open.
•For a Town and TLP model, the air shutter should be within 10 mm of the top of the burner aeration tube.
•The shutter is held in place by a screw on the side of the burner aeration tube.
Note: A Natural gas model does not have an air shutter.
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