WARNING: Field wiring connections and electrical grounding must comply with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada, Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 Part 1.

NOTICE: The provided remote control will allow a maximum temperature setting of 120°F (49°C).

Temperatures of up to 180°F (82°C) can be achieved with dip switch adjustment. Only qualified service personnel should perform this adjustment.

Remote Control Installation

One (1) remote control is provided with the water heater.

The following are considerations for determining the location of the remote control(s):

DO NOT install any remote control outdoors or areas were it can come in contact with water.

Place remote control out of children’s reach.

The remote control can be installed in convenient locations such as the kitchen, laundry room, utility room, or directly beside the indoor water heater.

Avoid areas where the remote control may be exposed to heat, e.g. stove ranges or heaters.

Avoid areas where the remote control may be subjected to oil and/or steam from cooking.

Avoid areas where chemical agents (such as thinner, benzine and alkaline) are used.

Avoid areas of direct sunlight.

The MAXIMUM distance between the water heater and the remote control installation location is limited to 195 feet (59 m) of wire.

NOTICE: Only main remote control (UMC-117) and manifolding control can be connected to the water heater.

No other manufacturer’s controls are suitable for use with this water heater.

DO NOT attempt to disassemble the remote control.

Base Plate

MAIN

Control

 

PRIORITY

 

 

 

°F

 

 

 

POWER

 

 

 

ON/OFF

 

 

 

 

Mounting Screw x 2

 

Control screw

 

 

Remote Control

Remote Control

Temperature

Availability

Model Number

Description

Set Point Range

 

 

 

100°F - 120°F

Factory Default

 

 

(38°C)-(49°C)

UMC-117

MAIN

 

125°F - 180°F

With Dip Switch

 

 

 

 

(52°C)-(82°C)

Adjustment

NOTICE:

Manifolding Applications: Certain Commercial installations may require more than one water heater piped together in a manifold to supply enough capacity for high temperature and/or water flow applications. Special manifolding control kits are available for operating multiple heaters together. Contact your dealer for details.

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Rheem AP13731 warranty Remote Control Installation, Availability, Model Number Description