Rheem AP13731 Insulation Blankets, Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation, Do’s, Don’ts

WARNING: If local codes require external application of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer’s instructions included with the kit must be carefully followed.

Insulation Blankets

Insulation blankets, available to the general public, for external use on gas water heaters are not necessary. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters. This water heater does not store water making an insulation blanket unnecessary.

The manufacturer’s warranty does not cover any damage or defect caused by installation, attachment or use of

any type of energy saving or other unapproved devices (other than those authorized by the manufacturer) into, onto or in conjunction with the water heater. The use of unauthorized energy saving devices may

shorten the life of the water heater and may endanger life and property.

The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility for such loss or injury resulting from the use of such unauthorized devices.

CAUTION: If local codes require the application of an external insulation blanket to this water heater, pay careful attention to the following so as not to restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater:

●Do not cover the air inlet, flue outlet, or operating and warning labels attached to the water heater or attempt to relocate them on the exterior of insulation blanket.

Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation

NOTICE: The hot and cold pipes should be insulated as shown to provide additional freeze protection.

Insulate all the way to the top

				Gas Inlet
		Check Valve
Hot
			Inlet Pipe
Water
Cold	Water
For increased energy efficiency, use pipe			making sure to insulate all the way to the
insulation. Please install the insulation,			top. Do not cover any drain or pressure
according to the illustrations above,			relief valve(s).

During Installation of this water heater...........

Do’s

❑ Do follow all installation instructions convered in this manual.

❑ Do check inlet gas pressure to ensure that it is within the range specified on the rating plate.

❑ Do provide adequate air for combustion and ventilation as discussed in the Use & Care Manual and the National Fuel Gas Code (CAN/CGA B149 in Canada).

❑ Do maintain proper clearances to combustibles and non-combustibles as specified on the nameplate.

	❑ Do ensure that the venting system
	complies with the guidelines found in the
	Use & Care Manual and National Fuel Gas
	Code (CAN/CGA B149 in Canada).
	❑ Do contact local gas company to ensure
	gas meter and gas piping are adequately
	sized.
24	❑ Do use teflon tape on water line
	connections and fittings.

Don’ts

❑Don’t block or restrict Air Intake Opening located bottom left corner of the water heater.

❑Don’t remove the front cover unless absolutely necessary. This should only be done after being examined by a qualified service technician.

❑Don’t install this product where standing water may occur.

❑Don’t use pipe dope on water line connections and fittings.