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Reliance 909 series - User Manual

Reliance 909 series
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This water heater complies with ANSI Z21.10.1-current
edition regarding the accidental or unintended ignition of
fl ammable vapors, such as those emitted by gasoline.
For Your Safety
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED
BY THIS WATER HEATER.
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
FVIR
GAS WATER HEATER
(FLAMMABLE VAPOR IGNITION RESISTANT)
FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.
NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.
PRINTED IN THE U.S.A 0910 PART NO. 319554-000
ALL TECHNICAL AND WARRANTY QUESTIONS: SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE LOCAL DEALER FROM WHOM THE WATER HEATER WAS PURCHASED.
IF YOU ARE UNSUCCESSFUL, CONTACT RESIDENTIAL TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AT 1-800-365-4054 OR WWW.RELIANCEWATERHEATERS.COM.
— Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
— 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.
• Immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the
gas supplier’s instructions.
• If you cannot reach your gas
supplier, call the fire department.
— Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING: If the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
RESIDENTIAL GAS WATER HEATERS
Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide
INSTALLER:
• AFFIX THESE INSTRUCTIONS TO OR ADJACENT
TO THE WATER HEATER.
OWNER:
• RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. RETAIN THE
ORIGINAL RECEIPT AS PROOF OF PURCHASE.
WARNING: Gas leaks can not always be detected by
smell.
Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas detector
approved by UL or CSA.
For more information, contact the your gas supplier.
If a gas leak is detected, follow the “WHAT TO DO IF YOU
SMELL GAS” instructions.
• Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Parts List
LOW LEAD
COMPLIANT

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

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    Timothy MillerAug 20, 2025
    Why won't the pilot light stay lit on my Reliance 909?
    • E
      Evan VincentAug 21, 2025
      If your Reliance water heater pilot light won't light or stay lit, first, check the Status Light Code Troubleshooting Table section and the Pilot Light Troubleshooting Flowchart section. Ensure the connector is firmly seated in the socket. Bleed the air from the gas line. Contact your gas utility company to check for gas supply issues. You may also need to notify your utility company to install a dirt trap in the gas line. Locate and correct any obstructions. If the problem persists, consider replacing the thermostat. Clean the area and fix any issues. Inspect and clean the flame trap as described in the maintenance section. Have a qualified person reset the sensor. Finally, try cycling the power to the water heater; if the issue continues, replace the flue damper.
  • T
    Travis PattersonAug 22, 2025
    How to reduce high operation costs of Reliance 909?
    • A
      amychristensenAug 22, 2025
      To address high operation costs with your Reliance water heater, try setting the temperature dial to a lower setting. Drain and flush the heater, providing water treatment if needed. Ensure you have an adequately sized heater. Verify the piping is correct, ensuring the dip tube is in the cold inlet. Repair any leaky faucets. Check with your utility company and repair any leaks immediately. Insulate the piping. Also, replace the flue damper.
  • N
    Nathan WilliamsonAug 25, 2025
    What to do if Reliance 909 Water Heater has insufficient hot water?
    • B
      Bridget TaylorAug 25, 2025
      If you're experiencing insufficient hot water with your Reliance water heater, first, turn the temperature dial to your desired setting. Drain and flush the heater, providing water treatment if needed. Ensure you have an adequate heater installed. Verify the piping is correct, making sure the dip tube is in the cold inlet. Repair any leaking faucets. Insulate the piping. Contact your gas utility company to check for any issues.
  • K
    Katherine PenaAug 27, 2025
    Why is the hot water recovery slow on my Reliance Water Heater?
    • E
      ediazAug 27, 2025
      If your Reliance water heater has slow hot water recovery, ensure proper ventilation to the water heater, and check the flue way, flue baffle, and burner. Clean the flue, locate the source, and correct it. Contact your gas utility company to check for any issues. Consider replacing the thermostat. Ensure you have an adequately sized heater.
  • S
    Stephanie JonesAug 28, 2025
    How to fix a Reliance 909 burner that will not ignite?
    • B
      Bridget CarrAug 28, 2025
      If the burner on your Reliance water heater won't ignite, try the following: First, refer to the section on 'PILOT WILL NOT LIGHT OR REMAIN LIT'. Then, ensure the temperature dial is set to your desired temperature. Contact your gas utility company to check for gas supply issues. You may also need to notify your utility company to install a trap in the gas line. Check for and remove any obstructions, clean the area, and fix any issues. If the problem persists, consider replacing the gas control valve or thermostat. Ensure there's adequate fresh air ventilation. Finally, try cycling the power to the water heater; if the issue continues, replace the flue damper.
  • T
    Tiffany BradleyAug 30, 2025
    Why is the burner flame yellow on my Reliance 909 Water Heater?
    • T
      Thomas PettyAug 30, 2025
      If the burner flame on your Reliance water heater is yellow and lazy, try providing more ventilation to the water heater. Contact your gas utility company to check for gas supply issues. Clean the area, locate the source of the problem, and correct it. Cycle the gas control valve/thermostat OFF and then ON. If the problem continues, replace the damper. Ensure proper fresh air ventilation. Clean or replace the orifice.
  • S
    Samantha RosalesAug 31, 2025
    Why is my Reliance 909 Water Heater relief valve dripping?
    • N
      Natalie OrtizAug 31, 2025
      If you notice a drip from the relief valve on your Reliance water heater, install a pressure reducing valve and relief valve. You can also try lowering the thermostat setting. See the section on 'Closed System/Thermal Expansion'.
  • W
    wallacesusanSep 2, 2025
    What to do if Reliance Water Heater thermostat fails to shut-off?
    • A
      Alexandria WrightSep 2, 2025
      If the thermostat on your Reliance water heater fails to shut off, replace it.
  • A
    Amanda CooperSep 4, 2025
    Why does my Reliance 909 Water Heater have combustion odors?
    • C
      Christopher LynnSep 4, 2025
      If you notice combustion odors coming from your Reliance water heater, ensure there is adequate ventilation to the water heater. Check the flue way, flue baffle, and burner. Clean the area, locate the source of the odor, and correct it. Also, provide fresh air ventilation.
  • M
    Morgan MurraySep 6, 2025
    Why is my Reliance 909 smoking and forming carbon?
    • V
      Valerie GonzalezSep 6, 2025
      If your Reliance water heater is producing smoke and carbon formation (sooting), ensure there is adequate ventilation to the water heater and check the flue way, flue baffle, and burner. Contact your gas utility company to check for any issues. Clean the area, locate the source, and correct it. Consider replacing the thermostat. Provide fresh air ventilation. Also, refer to the 'Burner Flame Yellow-Lazy' section.

Reliance 909 series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandReliance
Model909 series
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

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