Rheem RHE40SP, RHE50P User Manual
To review or adjust tempture
Step 1. Press the two temperature adjust buttons at the same time for 1 second.
Step 2. To adjust, press COOLER or HOTTER button for desired temperature.
EMMERSON
SCALD RISK INCREASES
WITH HOTTER WATER
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Warning: This water heater is not suitable
for use in manufactured (mobile) homes!
Use & Care Manual
With Installation Instructions for the Installer
Residential Gas - FVIR Certified
High Efciency Condensing Power Direct Vent
Water Heaters
Residential 38 and 48 Gallon
The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, to provide the installer with the basic directions
and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; and two,
for the owner–operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and
troubleshooting of the water heater. This manual also includes a parts list.
It is very important that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water
heater read the instructions carefully so they may understand how to perform these operations.
If you do not understand these instructions or any terms within it, seek professional assistance.
Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater
should be directed to the seller from whom it was purchased. If additional information is
required, refer to the section on “If you need service.”
Do not destroy this manual. Please read carefully and keep in a safe place for future
reference.
Recognize this symbol as an indication of Important Safety Information!
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California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the
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State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly,
a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
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FOR YOUR SAFETY!
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids or other
combustible materials in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance. To do so may result in an
explosion or fire.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
● Do not try to light any appliance.
● Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
● If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
● Do not return to your home until authorized
by the gas supplier or fire department.
— Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property
damage, personal injury, or death. Refer to
this manual. Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
● Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
Printed in USA
AP15411-1 (10/12)
Safety Information
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Safety Precautions ...... 3–6
LP Gas Models ........... 5
Installation Instructions
Location ................. 7
Water Supply
Connections ............. 9
Condensate
Management ............ 10
Gas Supply ..............11
Vent and Combustion
Air Inlet .............12-20
Wiring Diagram ..........21
Pipe Insulation ........22,23
Heat Traps ..............23
Installation Checklist .....25
Potable/Space Heating ... 26
Operating Instructions
FOR YOUR RECORDS
Write the model and serial numbers here:
#
#
You can find them on a label on the appliance.
Staple sales slip or cancelled check here.
Proof of the original purchase date is needed to obtain service under
the warranty.
READ THIS MANUAL
Inside you will find many helpful hints on how to use and maintain
your water heater properly. A little preventive care on your part can
save you time and money over the life of your water heater.
You’ll find many answers to common problems in the
Troubleshooting Guide. If you review the chart of Troubleshooting
Tips first, you may not need to call for service.
Lighting Instructions .... 27
Water Temperature ... 28, 29
Care and Cleaning
Draining ............... 31
Maintenance ............ 31
Burner Inspection ....... 32
Vent System Inspection .. 32
Extended Shut-Down .....32
Troubleshooting Tips
Before You Call
For Service .......... 33, 34
Gas Control LED Error
Codes ...................35
Customer Service
Parts List ............... 36
Alternate Vent Termination
Instructions .......... 37, 38
If You Need Service .......40
READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety and the safety of others are very important.
There are many important safety messages in this manual
and on your appliance. Always read and obey all safety
messages.
This is the safety alert symbol. Recognize
this symbol as an indication of Important
Safety Information!
This symbol alerts you to potential
hazards that can kill or hurt you and
others.
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and
either the word “DANGER”, “WARNING”, “CAUTION”
or “NOTICE”.
These words mean:
DANGER: An imminently hazardous situation
that will result in death or serious
injury.
WARNING: A potentially hazardous situation that
could result in death or serious injury
and/or damage to property.
CAUTION: A potentially hazardous situation that
may result in minor or moderate
injury.
NOTICE: Attention is called to observe a
specified procedure or maintain a
specific condition.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and Care Manual before attempting to install or operate this water
heater. It may save you time and money. Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions. Failure to follow these
warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death. Should you have problems understanding the instructions
in this manual, or have any questions, STOP, and get help from a qualified service technician, or the local gas
utility.
NOTICE: This water heater is equipped with a flammable vapor sensor that will automatically shut
down the water heater in the presence of gasoline vapors and some other flammable vapors. If the
flammable vapor sensor shuts down the water heater, contact a qualified service technician. Clear any
hazardous materials and ventilate the area around the water heater. Do not turn off the appliance
or adjust the ON/OFF switch in any way. Do not tamper with the flammable vapor sensor. Do not
submerse the flammable vapor sensor in water. Do not allow the flammable vapor sensor to come
into contact with any substances such as bleach or cleaners. See the “Gas Control LED Error Codes”
Section of this manual for a list of error codes.
DANGER!
PROPERLY VENT THE WATER HEATER
Failure to properly vent the water heater as outlined in the Vent and Combustion Air-
Inlet Section of the Installation Instructions in this manual can result in unsafe operation
of the water heater. To avoid the risk of fire, explosion, or asphyxiation from carbon
monoxide, never operate this water heater unless both the vent and combustion air-inlet
systems are properly installed. Be sure to inspect both the vent and the combustion airinlet for proper installation at initial start-up; and at least periodically thereafter. Refer
to the Care and Cleaning section of this manual for more information regarding vent and
combustion air-inlet system inspection.
WARNING!
Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and liquids (which include but are not
limited to adhesives, solvents, paint thinners etc.), and the vapors they produce are
extremely dangerous. DO NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or
combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of a water heater or any other
appliance. Be sure to read and follow warning label pictured below and other labels on
the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so can
result in property damage, bodily injury or death.
W ARNING
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FLAMMABLES
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Storage of or use of gasoline
or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance can result in serious injury or death.
Flammable Vapors
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD
Can result in serious injury or death.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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VAC
A B C
HOTTERCOOLER
SCALDING RISK INCREASES
WITH HOTTER WATER
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
DANGER!
WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water
temperature setting of a water heater’s gas control (thermostat). Water temperatures
above 125°F can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and follow
the warnings outlined on the label pictured below. This label is also located on the water
heater.
NOTICE: Mixing valves are available for reducing
point of use water temperature by mixing hot and
cold water in branch water lines. Contact a licensed
plumber or the local plumbing authority for further
information.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn
120°F More than 5 minutes
125°F 11/2 to 2 minutes
130°F About 30 seconds
135°F About 10 seconds
140°F Less than 5 seconds
145°F Less than 3 seconds
150°F About 11/2 seconds
155°F About 1 second
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
The chart shown above may be used as a guide in
determining the proper water temperature for your
home.
DANGER: Households with small children,
disabled, or elderly persons may require a 120°F
or lower gas control (thermostat) setting to prevent
contact with “HOT” water.
Maximum water temperatures occur just after the
burner has shut off. To find water temperature being
delivered, turn on a hot water faucet and place
a thermometer in the water stream and read the
thermometer. (See page 28 and 29 for more details.)
The temperature of the water in the heater can be
regulated by pressing
the "COOLER" or "HOTTER"
arrow buttons on the front of the gas control
(thermostat). To comply with safety regulations
the gas control (thermostat) was set at its lowest
setting before the water heater was shipped from the
factory.
The illustration below shows the approximate water
temperature for each LED Indicator on the Gas
Control (Thermostat) Temperature Display.
DANGER: Hotter
water increases the
potential for Hot Water
SCALDS.
Temperature Setting
VAC = approx. 70°F
• = approx. 110°F
• and ▲ = approx. 115°F
Both
▲= approx. 120°F
Both ▲and A= approx. 125°F
A = approx. 130°F
Both A and B = approx. 135°F
B = approx. 140°F
Both B and C = approx. 145°F
C = approx. 150°F
C-Flashing = approx. 160°F
Display
VA C ▲ A B C
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○ ● ○ ○ ○ ○
○ ● ● ○ ○ ○
○ ○ ● ○ ○ ○
○ ○ ● ● ○ ○
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Burns on Adult Skin
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More than 5 minutes
More than 5 minutes
More than 5 minutes
1-1/2 to 2 minutes
About 30 seconds
About 10 seconds
Less than 5 seconds
Less than 3 seconds
About 1-1/2 seconds
About 1/2 seconds
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DANGER!
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LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM (LP PROPANE OR BUTANE)
AND NATURAL GAS MODELS
LP and Natural gas have an odorant added to aid in detecting a gas leak. Some people
may not physically be able to smell or recognize this odorant. If you are unsure or
unfamiliar with the smell of LP or natural gas, ask the gas supplier. Other conditions,
such as “odorant fade”, which causes the odorant to diminish in intensity, can also hide or
camouflage a gas leak.
● Water heaters utilizing LP gas are
different from natural gas models. A
natural gas water heater will not function
safely on LP gas and vice versa.
● No attempt should ever be made to
convert the water heater from natural
gas to LP gas. To avoid possible
equipment damage, personal injury or
fire, do not connect the water heater to a
fuel type not in accordance with the unit
data plate. LP for LP units. Natural gas
for natural gas units. These units are not
certified for any other fuel type.
● LP appliances should not be installed
below grade (for example, in a basement)
if such installation is prohibited by
federal, state and/or local laws, rules,
regulations or customs.
● LP gas must be used with great caution.
It is heavier than air and will collect first
in lower areas making it hard to detect at
nose level.
● Before attempting to light the water
heater, make sure to look and smell for
gas leaks. Use a soapy solution to check
all gas fittings and connections. Bubbling
at a connection indicates a leak that must
be corrected. When smelling to detect a
gas leak, be sure to sniff near the floor
also.
● Gas detectors are recommended in LP
& natural gas applications and their
installation should be in accordance
with the detector manufacturer’s
recommendations and/or local laws,
rules, regulations or customs.
● It is recommended that more than one
method, such as soapy solution, gas
detectors, etc., be used to detect leaks in
gas applications.
DANGER: If a gas leak is present or
suspected:
● Do not attempt to find the cause
yourself.
● Do not try to light any appliance.
● Do not touch any electrical switch.
● Do not use any phone in your building.
● Leave the house immediately and make
sure your family and pets leave also.
● Leave the doors open for ventilation
and contact the gas supplier, a qualified
service agency or the fire department.
● Stay away from the house (or building)
until the service call has been made, the
leak is corrected and a qualified agency
has determined the area to be safe.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of
fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of
life.
FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
California Law requires that residential water heaters must be braced, anchored or
strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to earthquake motions. For
residential water heaters up to 52-gallon capacity, a brochure with generic earthquake
bracing instructions can be obtained from: Office of the State Architect, 1102 Q Street,
Suite 5100, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may call 916-445-8100 or ask a water heater
dealer.
However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. For residential water heaters
of a capacity greater than 52 gallons, consult the local building jurisdiction for acceptable
bracing procedures.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Have the installer show you the location of the gas shut-off valve and how to shut it off
if necessary. Turn off the manual shut-off valve if the water heater has been subjected to
overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off.
● Read this manual entirely before installing
or operating the water heater.
● Use this appliance only for its intended
purpose as described in this Use and Care
Manual.
● Be sure your appliance is properly installed
in accordance with local codes and the
provided installation instructions.
● DO NOT attempt to repair or replace
any part of your water heater unless it is
specifically recommended in this manual.
All other servicing should be referred to a
qualified technician.
READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION
CAREFULLY.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT
Carefully inspect the water heater for damage before proceeding with the installation.
If you find damage to the condensate trap, PVC pipes, gas control (thermostat) or the
blower assembly, DO NOT install or attempt any repair to the water heater. Contact the
manufacturer as detailed under "IF YOU NEED SERVICE" section of this manual.
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Installing the water heater
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This water heater must be installed in accordance with these instructions, local codes, utility company
requirements, and/or in the absence of local codes, use the latest edition of the American National Standard/
National Fuel Gas Code. A copy can be purchased from either the American Gas Association, 400 N. Capitol
Street NW, Washington, DC 20001 as ANSI standard Z223.1 or National Fire Protection Association, 1
Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269 as booklet NFPA 54.
Location
a location where it may be subjected
to ambient temperatures exceeding
125°F.
● The water heater should be installed so
as to minimize the length of vent and
combustion air-inlet pipe(s) and the
number of vent and combination airinlet connection fittings required.
● Hot water lines should be insulated to
conserve water and energy.
● The water heater should be installed
close to a condensate drain.
● The water heater, condensate lines, and
water lines should be protected from
exposure to freezing temperatures.
● DO NOT install this water heater
outdoors.
● Minimum clearance from combustible
construction:
Front* Side Rear Top**
0" 0" 0” 12”
* "Front" clearance dimension is measured
from front of control to the closet door.
** "Top" clearance dimension is measured
from the top pan of the water heater to the
ceiling.
If the clearances stated on the Instruction/
Warning Label, located on the front of
the heater differ, install the water heater
according to the clearances stated on the
label.
● If the water heater is installed in an
alcove or closet, the entire floor must be
covered by a wood or metal panel.
A minimum of 24” clearance from the
front and top should be available for
adequate inspection and servicing.
● The water heater may be installed on
combustible floors, but not directly on
carpeting. If the water heater must be
installed on carpeting, place a metal or
wood panel beneath the water heater,
extending beyond its full width and
depth at least 3” in all directions.
Max.
2.75”
Flammable
Vapor Sensor
The auxiliary catch pan
installation MUST conform
to local codes.
NOTICE: DO NOT allow
the catch pan to obstruct
the flammable vapor sensor.
NOTICE: DO NOT allow
the flammable vapor sensor
to become submerged in
water. Make sure the catch
pan is properly drained.
WARNING: Combustible
construction refers to
adjacent walls and ceilings
and should not be confused
with combustible or
flammable products and
materials. Combustible
and/or flammable products
and materials should never
be stored in the vicinity of
this or any gas appliance.
Diameter of
water heater
plus 2” min.
The water heater should not be located
in an area where leakage from the tank
or connections will result in damage to
the area adjacent to the heater or to lower
floors of the structure.
When such areas cannot be avoided it is
recommended that a suitable catch pan,
adequately drained, must be installed
under the water heater.
The water heater must be centered in the
catch pan.
Catch pan kits are available from the store
where the water heater was purchased, or
any water heater distributor.
Make certain the floor underneath the
water heater is strong enough to
sufficiently support the weight of the water
heater once it is filled with water.
A gas fired water heater or any other
appliance should not be installed
in a space where liquids which give off
flammable vapors are to be used or stored.
Such liquids include gasoline, LP gas
(butane or propane), paint or adhesives
and their thinners, solvents or removers.
DO NOT obstruct or block the
Flammable Vapor Sensor.
Because of natural air movement in a
room or other enclosed space, flammable
vapors can be carried some distance from
where liquids which give off flammable
vapors are to be used or stored. The open
flame of the water heater’s main burner
can ignite these vapors and create a shut
down condition of the water heater
which will not allow the water heater
to ignite until examined by a Qualified
Service Technician.
FVIR certified gas water heaters can be
installed on a residential garage floor
without the use of an 18-inch stand in
accordance with the National Fuel Gas
Code, NFPA 54, ANSI Z223.1, unless
otherwise directed by State and Local
code requirements. The water heater must
be located so it is not subject to physical
damage, for example, by moving vehicles,
area flooding, etc.
● DO NOT install the water heater in
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Installing the water heater
Corrosive Atmospheres
NOTICE: The water heater
should not be installed near
an air supply containing
halogenated hydrocarbons.
The air in beauty shops, dry cleaning
establishments, photo processing
labs, and storage areas for liquid and
powdered bleaches or swimming pool
chemicals often contain such halogenated
hydrocarbons.
An air supply containing halogenated
hydrocarbons may be safe to breathe,
but when it passes through a gas flame
corrosive elements are released that
Thermal Expansion
Determine if a check valve exists in the
inlet water line. Check with your local
water utility company. It may have
been installed in the cold water line as a
separate back flow preventer, or it may
be part of a pressure reducing valve,
water meter or water softener. A check
valve located in the cold water inlet
line can cause what is referred to as a
“closed water system”. A cold water
inlet line with no check valve or back
flow prevention device is referred to as an
“open” water system.
As water is heated, it expands in volume
and creates an increase in the pressure
within the water system. This action is
referred to as “thermal expansion”. In
an “open” water system, expanding water
which exceeds the capacity of the water
heater flows back into the city main where
the pressure is easily dissipated.
A “closed water system”, however,
prevents the expanding water from
flowing back into the main supply line,
and the result of “thermal expansion”
can create a rapid and dangerous pressure
increase in the water heater and system
will shorten the life of any gas burning
appliance.
Propellants from common spray cans
or gas leaks from A/C and refrigeration
equipment are highly corrosive after
passing through a flame.
The water heater warranty is voided
when failure of the water heater is due to
operation in a corrosive atmosphere.
piping. This rapid pressure increase can
quickly reach the safety setting of the
relief valve, causing it to operate during
each heating cycle. Thermal expansion,
and the resulting rapid, and repeated
expansion and contraction of components
in the water heater and piping system can
cause premature failure of the relief valve,
and possibly the heater itself. Replacing
the relief valve will not correct the
problem!
The suggested method of controlling
thermal expansion is to install an
expansion tank in the cold water line
between the water heater and the check
valve (see illustration on right). The
expansion tank is designed with an
air cushion built in that compresses as
the system pressure increases, thereby
relieving the over pressure condition and
eliminating the repeated operation of the
relief valve. Other methods of controlling
thermal expansion are also available.
Contact your installing contractor, water
supplier or plumbing inspector for
additional information regarding this
subject.
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IMPORTANT: Do not apply
heat to the HOT or COLD
water connections. If sweat
connections are used, sweat
tubing to adapter before
fitting adapter to the cold
water connections on heater.
Any heat applied to the cold
water supply fittings will
permanently damage the
dip tube and heat traps.
Water Supply Connections
Refer to the illustration below for
suggested typical installation. The
installation of unions or flexible copper
connectors is recommended on the hot
and cold water connections so that the
water heater may be easily disconnected
for servicing if necessary. The HOT and
COLD water connections are clearly
marked and are 3/4” NPT on all models.
Install a shut-off valve in the cold water
line near the water heater.
IMPORTANT: It is recommended that
the hot and cold water piping have a
minimum vertical height of 10" from
the top of the water heater before the
transition into any elbow. This vertical
height is needed in order to provide
adequate clearance for top cap installation
and removal.
To gain access to the hot and cold water
connections on water heater remove the
two (2) screws that secure the top cap
to the water heater then pull the top cap
upward and off the water heater. See
illustration of top cap and screws on
pages 23 & 36.
NOTICE: The National
Fuel Gas Code (NFGC)
mandates a manual
gas shut-off valve: See
(NFGC) for complete
instructions. Local codes
or plumbing authority
requirements may vary
from the instructions or
diagrams provided and
take precedent over these
instructions.
Typical Installation
Air inlet connector
Heat trap
6” minimum
recommended
Hot water outlet to
Manual gas shut-off
fixtures
Temperature and pressure
(T&P) relief valve
Water Heater Jacket
To gas supply
Ground joint union
(Recommended)
Union
Air inlet
Vent
Blower assembly
* Typical for
both sides
1/8” per foot minimum
slope upward for horizontal
venting.
Union
(Recommended)
Vacuum Relief Valve
*10" min.
Shut-off
valve
Thermal expansion
tank (if required)
Relief valve discharge
line to suitable open
drain.
Heat trap
6” minimum
recommended
Shut-off
valve
To cold
water
supply
Condensate line
to suitable drain
Sediment
trap
Cap
Condensate Trap
Gas Control (Thermostat)
Flammable Vapor Sensor
Auxiliary catch pan
On/Off
switch
Drain Pan Pipe
to suitable drain.
Drain
valve
6” Air gap
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Installing the water heater
A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves
and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and must
remain in the opening provided and marked for the purpose on the water heater. No valve of any type should
be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Local codes shall govern the installation of relief valves.
Relief Valve
The pressure rating of the relief valve
must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum
working pressure of the water heater as
marked on the rating plate.
The Btuh rating of the relief valve must
equal or exceed the Btuh input of the
water heater as marked on its rating plate.
Position the outlet of the relief valve
above a suitable open drain to eliminate
potential water damage. Piping used
should be of a type approved for hot water
distribution.
The discharge line must be no smaller
than the outlet of the valve and must
pitch downward from the valve to allow
complete drainage (by gravity) of the
relief valve and discharge line.
The end of the discharge line should not
be threaded or concealed and should be
protected from freezing. No valve of
any type, restriction, or reducer coupling
should be installed in the discharge line.
WARNING: The tank
must be full of water before
heater is turned on. The
water heater warranty does
not cover damage or failure
resulting from operation
with an empty or partially
empty tank.
Condensate Trap
Condensate Riser
(1/2" PVC pipe
supplied)
1/2" PVC tee (supplied)
Downward Slope
Drain Line
Condensate Drain
NOTICE: If water
appears on the floor DO
NOT assume the tank in
leaking, check venting
and condensate line
connections.
NOTICE: Water Heater
should be leveled for
proper condensate
drainage.
6" air gap
To Fill the Water Heater
Make certain that the drain valve is
closed, then open the shut-off valve in the
cold water supply line.
Open each hot water faucet slowly to
allow the air to vent from the water
heater and piping.
Condensate Management
This water heater generates condensate
and requires a drain to be located in close
proximity to allow condensate to drain
safely. The drain line and fittings should
be installed per installation instructions.
Be sure the condensate runs freely to
the drain and does not accumulate in the
condensate trap or the condensate line. In
cold climates, precautions may need to be
taken to ensure that the condensate drain
lines do not freeze. A water proof heat
tape may be used to prevent freezing of
condensate lines.
It is recommended that the condensate trap
be primed by filling the trap with 1/4 cup
of tap water before connecting the drain
lines.
• Condensate is mildly acidic and should
be collected and disposed per local codes.
Certain local codes require condensate
to be neutralized before it is disposed.
Neutralizer kits are available. Contact
your installer or plumbing contractor.
• Use only PVC, CPVC pipe or
flexible tubing suitable for use with flue
condensate as drain line. If flexible tubing
is used ensure that there are no bends or
twists and has gradual slope to condensate
drain.
A steady flow of water from the hot water
faucet(s) indicates a full water heater.
Do not allow the flammable vapor sensor
to become submerged in water.
• The drain line (along its entire length)
must be at least the same diameter as the
drain of the condensate trap (1/2”).
• The drain line must be short as possible
and have a downward slope towards the
condensate drain. If suitable slope is not
provided, the drain line can get blocked
and will cause improper operation of the
water heater. If a downward slope cannot
be provided, a condensate pump should
be used to pump condensate to a suitable
drain.
• The end of the drain line should be open
to the atmosphere. The end should not be
under water.
• Do not connect the drain line directly to
the sewer drain.
• Do not connect the drain line with
drains from other appliances.
• Do not drain condensate into the water
heater drain pan.
• Do not drain condensate over public
way, walkway or other areas where it will
create slippery condition, which could
lead to personal injury.
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WARNING: Do not attempt to convert this water heater for use with a different type of gas other than the type
shown on the rating plate. Such conversion could result in hazardous operating conditions.
Gas Supply
The branch gas supply line to the water
heater should be a clean 1/2” black
steel pipe or other approved gas piping
material.
A ground joint union or ANSI design
certified semi-rigid or flexible gas
appliance connector should be installed
in the gas line close to the water heater.
The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC)
mandates a manual gas shut-off valve: See
(NFGC) for complete instructions.
If flexible connectors are used, the
maximum length shall not exceed 36”
and must meet the requirements in ANSI
Z21.24-Connectors for Gas Appliances.
If lever type gas shut-offs are used,
they shall be T-Handle type.
Compound used on the threaded joints of
the gas piping must be of the type resistant
to the action of LP gas. Use compound
sparingly on male threads only.
Where a sediment trap is not incorporated
as part of the appliance, a sediment
trap shall be installed downstream of
the equipment shutoff valve as close to
the inlet of the appliance as practical at
the time the appliance installation. The
sediment trap shall be either a tee fitting
with a capped nipple in the bottom outlet
or other device recognized as an effective
sediment trap.
Do not use excessive force (over 31.5 ft
lbs.) in tightening the pipe joint at the gas
control (thermostat) inlet, particularly if
teflon pipe compound is used, as the valve
body may be damaged.
The minimum inlet gas pressure (with
main burner on) to the water heater must
be a minimum of 5” w.c. for natural
gas, and a minimum of 11” w.c. for LP
gas. The maximum inlet pressure to the
water heater must not exceed 14" w.c. for
natural gas and LP gas. For purposes of
input adjustment, the minimum inlet gas
pressure (with main burner on) is shown
on the water heater rating plate. If high or
low gas pressures are present, contact your
gas supplier for correction.
WARNING: Never use
an open flame to test for
gas leaks, as property
damage, personal injury, or
death could result.
Leak Testing
The water heater and its gas connections
must be leak tested at normal operating
pressures before it is placed in operation.
Turn on the manual gas shut-off
valve near the water heater.
Use a soapy water solution to test for
leaks at all connections and fittings.
Bubbles indicate a gas leak that must
be corrected.
The factory connections to the gas
control (thermostat) should also be leak
tested after the water heater is placed in
operation.
Pressure Testing the Gas Supply System
The water heater and its manual gas
shut-off valve must be disconnected from
the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at
pressures in excess of 1/2 psi (14” w.c.).
The water heater must be isolated from
the gas piping system by closing the
manual gas shut-off valve during any
pressure testing of the gas supply piping
at pressures equal to or less than
1/2 psi (14” w.c.).
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Installing the water heater
WARNING: Failure to
install a water heater
suitable for the altitude at
the location it is intended to
serve, can result in improper
operation of the appliance
resulting in property
damage and/or producing
carbon monoxide gas, which
could result in personal
injury, or death.
DANGER: To avoid the
risk of fire, explosion, or
asphyxiation from carbon
monoxide, NEVER operate
the water heater unless it
is properly vented and the
Vent and Combustion Air
Inlet systems are properly
installed as detailed in the
"Vent and Combustion
Air Inlet" section of this
manual.
The vent pipe must overlap
a minimum of ½” on each
connection. It is important
that the vent pipe engages
fully into any pipe fitting
and be kept in that position
until the adhesive has fully
cured. DO NOT drill or
punch holes in the vent or
combustion air inlet pipe or
fittings.
NOTICE: This unit is
equipped with a Flammable
Vapor Sensor. Do not
apply power until enough
time has passed to allow the
vapors from the primer and
cement to dissipate.
Additional installation
information for The Commonwealth of Massachusetts
is located on the back page of
this manual.
High Altitude
Input rating of this water heater is
based on sea level operation. At higher
elevations the actual input rate may be
lower than the value listed on the rating
label due to the derating of natural gas and
LP gas. This water heater can be installed
at elevations up to 5,999 feet without any
change or modification.
Vent and Combustion Air Inlet
This water heater is a direct vent appliance
and must be installed so that all air for
combustion is derived directly from the
outside atmosphere and all flue gases are
discharged to the outside atmosphere.
For proper installation of the vent and
combustion air-inlet systems, follow the
instructions as detailed in this manual.
DO NOT connect this water heater to
an existing vent or chimney - it must
be vented separately from all other
appliances.
NOTICE: This water heater is
approved to use the following materials
for vent and combustion air-inlet
systems:
PVC (Schedule 40, Cellular Core,
ASTM-F891)
PVC (DWV, ASTM-D2665)
PVC (Schedule 40, ASTM-D1785)
PVC (SDR Series, ASTM-D2241)
CPVC (CPVC 4120, ASTM-D2846)
CPVC (Schedule 40, ASTM-F441)
CPVC (SDR Series, ASTM-F442)
ABS (Schedule 40, DWV, ASTM-D2661)
ABS (Schedule 40, DWV, Cellular Core,
ASTM-F628)
DO NOT mix ABS pipe and fittings
with PVC or CPVC pipe fittings.
NOTICE: It is acceptable to
interchange PVC and CPVC pipe and
fittings.
The unit may be vented horizontally
through a wall or vertically through the
roof.
Vent and combustion air inlet pipe runs
must be adequately supported along both
vertical and horizontal lengths.
Maximum unsupported length is
recommended to be no more than 4 feet.
For installation between 6,000 and 8,999
feet, refer to the Venting Information
tables on page 13 for maximum vent
lengths.
Installations above 8,999 feet are not
authorized.
Contact the local gas supplier for more
information.
It is imperative that the first hanger
be located on the horizontal length
immediately adjacent to the first
90-degree elbow from the vertical rise of
vent pipe connected to the water heater.
The support method used should isolate
the vent and combustion air inlet pipes
from floor joists or other structural
members to help prevent the transmission
of noise and vibration.
Do not support, pin or otherwise secure
the vent and combustion air inlet systems
in a way that restricts the normal thermal
expansion and contraction of the chosen
vent material and air inlet pipe.
If the water heater is being installed as a
replacement for an existing power vented
water heater, a thorough inspection of
the existing vent and combustion air inlet
system must be performed prior to any
installation work.
Verify that the correct materials as
detailed above have been used, and
that the minimum or maximum vent
and combustion air inlet length and
terminal locations as detailed in this
manual have been met.
Carefully inspect the entire vent and
combustion air inlet systems pipes for
any signs of cracks or fractures,
particularly at the joints between
elbows or other fittings and the
straight length of vent pipe.
Check the vent and combustion air
inlet systems for signs of sagging or
other stresses in the joints as a result
of misalignment of any components
in the systems.
If any of these conditions are found,
they must be corrected in accordance
with the instructions in this manual
before completing the installation and
putting the water heater into service.
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