Rheem Classic Series User Manual

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Installation Checklist
A. Water Heater Location
B. Water Supply
C. Gas Supply
D. Relief Valve
E. Venting
❑ Close to outside wall.
❑ Indoors and protected from freezing
temperatures.
❑ Proper clearance from combustible surfaces
observed and water heater not installed on
carpeted floor.
❑ Sufficient fresh air supply for proper
operation of water heater.
❑ Air supply free of corrosive elements and
flammable vapors.
❑ Provisions made to protect area from water
damage.
❑ Sufficient room to service heater.
❑ Combustible materials, such as clothing,
cleaning materials, rags, etc. clear of the base
of the heater.
❑ Water heater completely filled with water.
❑ Air purged from water heater and piping.
❑ Water connections tight and free of leaks.
❑ Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union
and sediment trap.
❑ Approved pipe joint compound used.
❑ Soap and water solution used to check all
connections and fittings for possible gas
leak.
❑ Gas Company inspected installation
(if required).
❑ Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve
properly installed and discharge line run to
open drain.
❑ Discharge line protected from freezing.
❑ Flue baffle properly hung in top of heater’s
flue.
❑ Air tube and vent tube properly installed.
❑ Vent terminal, air tube sealed with silicone
bands and sealants.
❑ Air tube securely fastened with screws.

Rheem Classic Series Specifications

General

Brand	Rheem
Series	Classic Series
Dimensions	Varies by model
Weight	Varies by model
Category	Residential
Fuel Type	Electric, Natural Gas, Propane
First Hour Rating	Varies by model
Energy Factor	Varies by model
Recovery Rate	Varies by model
Capacity	40-80 gallons
Tank Capacity	40-80 gallons