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Rheem EcoSense ECOH200DV Series - User Manual

Rheem EcoSense ECOH200DV Series
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94% CONDENSING
TANKLESS
WATER HEATER
AP15896 (9/10)
Printed in USA
Direct Vent
Models
Rheem/EcoSense
RTGH-95DV*
ECOH200DV
*
Paloma/Wai Wela
PHH-32RDV*
Ruud
RUTGH-95DV*
Richmond
RMTGH95DV*
Outdoor
Models
Rheem/EcoSense
RTGH-95X*
ECOH200X*
Paloma/Wai Wela
PHH-32ROF*
Ruud
RUTGH-95X*
Richmond
RMTGH95X*
*All models available for natural gas (N) or
propane gas (P) usage.
Do not destroy manual. Please
read carefully and keep in a
safe place for future reference.
WARNING:
If the information in these
instructions is not followed
exactly, a re or explosion
may result, causing death,
personal injury, or property
damage.
For Your Safety!
Do not store or use gasoline
or other ammable vapors
and liquids in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
To do so may result in an
explosion or re.
Installation and service
must be performed by a
qualified installer, service
agency, or the gas supplier.
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.
Do not return to your home
until authorized by the gas
supplier or fire department.
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USE AND CARE MANUAL
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Water Heaters for Other Than
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Rheem EcoSense ECOH200DV Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeTankless
Fuel TypeNatural Gas
Energy Factor0.82
Voltage120V
Ignition TypeElectronic Ignition
Gas Connection3/4 inch NPT
Water Connection3/4 inch NPT
Thermal Efficiency82%

Summary

Important Safety Information

Safety Precautions, Warnings, and Gas Leak Procedures

Covers general safety, warnings, gas leak procedures, and definitions of safety terms.

Product Information and Pre-Operation Checklist

Details product specifications, model information, and a checklist before operating the unit.

Using Your Water Heater - Temperature Settings

Guidance on setting water temperature, scald potential, and energy conservation.

Water Heater Venting Safety

Venting Dangers and Material Requirements

Highlights dangers of improper venting and specifies approved vent materials and clearances.

Water Supply Safety

Water Temperature, Scald Risks, and Supply Conditions

Covers water temperature risks, scald hazards, supply conditions, and time/temperature scald chart.

Natural Gas and LP Safety

Gas Handling, Leak Detection, and Safety

Details gas handling, leak detection, safety precautions, and detectors for natural gas and LP.

Pre-Operation Safety and Instructions

Safe Operation Before Lighting

Emphasizes reading safety information and outlines key operating instructions before lighting.

Electrical Safety and California Requirements

Electrical Hazards and Precautions

Highlights electrical shock hazards, wiring compliance, and safe servicing practices.

California Earthquake Bracing Requirements

Details specific requirements for bracing water heaters in California due to earthquake risks.

Installation and Maintenance Safety

General Installation Compliance and Precautions

Stresses following installation instructions, local codes, and general safety precautions.

Product Information Records and Pre-Operation Checklist

Section to record product details and a checklist for pre-operation verification.

Product Specifications - Dimensions

Direct-Vent Model Dimensions

Provides diagrams and measurements for direct-vent water heater models.

Outdoor Model Dimensions

Provides diagrams and measurements for outdoor water heater models.

Product Specifications Comparison

Model Specification Details

Presents detailed specifications for direct-vent and outdoor models side-by-side.

General Descriptions - Direct-Vent

Typical Direct-Vent Heater Diagram

Illustrates the key components and connections of a typical direct-vent water heater.

General Descriptions - Outdoor

Typical Outdoor Heater Diagram

Illustrates the key components and connections of a typical outdoor water heater.

Using Your Water Heater - Safety and Operation

Flammable Vapors and Operational Safety Checks

Covers safety regarding flammable vapors and essential operational checks.

Water Temperature Settings and Scald Risks

Details water temperature risks, scald hazards, and setting guidelines.

Using Your Water Heater - Temperature Adjustment

Determining and Adjusting Water Temperature via Remote Control

Explains how to determine and adjust water temperature using the remote control.

Water Heater Operational Warnings

Highlights warnings related to high temperatures, supervision, and operation after damage.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Inspections

Venting System and Condensate Collector Inspection

Provides guidance on inspecting the venting system and maintaining the condensate collector.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Burner Inspection

Annual Burner Inspection Procedure

Details the procedure for visually inspecting the main burner annually.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Cleaning

General Cleaning Safety and Water Filter Cleaning

Covers safety precautions for cleaning and the procedure for cleaning the water filter.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Filter Maintenance

Water Filter Cleaning Steps

Provides detailed steps for removing, cleaning, and replacing the water filter.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Maintenance Programs

User and Professional Preventive Maintenance

Outlines suggested user maintenance tasks and recommends professional inspections.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Draining

Water Heater Draining Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for safely draining the water heater.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Restarting

Water Heater Restart Procedure

Details the steps to safely put the water heater back into service after draining.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Freeze Protection

Standard Drain Method and Freeze Protection

Explains the standard drain method and freeze protection techniques, including running water.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Shutdown & Troubleshooting

Extended Shutdown Procedures

Provides guidelines for turning off water and power for extended shutdowns.

Troubleshooting: Not Enough or No Hot Water

Lists common causes and solutions for lack of hot water.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting: Water Temperature Issues

Identifies causes and solutions for insufficient or excessive hot water.

Troubleshooting: Fan Operation After Use

Explains normal fan operation after the hot water faucet is closed.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Error Codes

Error Code Handling and Restart Procedures

Details procedures for when an error code is displayed, including unit restart.

Persistent Error Code Resolution

Steps to take if an error code remains after initial troubleshooting.

Caring for Your Water Heater - Service Information

Error Code Troubleshooting Table

A table listing error codes, possible causes, and solutions.

Call for Assistance and Required Information

Instructions on who to contact for service and what information to provide.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Installation Instructions for Contractors

Introduction to the installation instructions section intended for contractors.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Compliance and Location

Standards Compliance and Regulatory Requirements

Details compliance requirements with national and local codes for installation.

Choosing a Safe Installation Location

Provides guidance on selecting a safe installation location, considering clearances and hazards.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Location Details

Venting and Sealing Requirements

Covers requirements for sealing penetrations and proper venting for safe operation.

Location Restrictions and Prohibitions

Lists specific areas where the water heater must not be installed.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Product Checks

Product Inspection Before Installation

Instructions for visually inspecting the unit for damage and verifying all parts.

Corrosive Atmosphere Installation Warning

Warns against installing near halogenated hydrocarbons that can damage the unit.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Direct-Vent Venting

Typical Direct-Vent Installation Diagram

Illustrates the piping and venting setup for a typical direct-vent model.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Outdoor Installation

Typical Outdoor Installation Diagram

Illustrates the piping setup for a typical outdoor model.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Mounting the Heater

Water Heater Mounting Precautions and Steps

Covers mounting precautions, wall reinforcement, and bracket installation steps.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Venting Requirements

Venting Safety, Materials, and Clearances

Highlights venting safety dangers, approved materials, and required clearances.

Recommended Vent Lengths

Provides charts and guidelines for maximum and minimum vent pipe lengths.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Horizontal Venting

Horizontal Vent Installation Considerations

Addresses condensate, placement warnings, and preexisting vent system inspection.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Massachusetts Venting

Massachusetts Venting and CO Detector Requirements

Details specific Massachusetts regulations for venting and CO detectors.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Vent Terminal Location

Horizontal Vent Terminal Location Diagrams

Illustrates diagrams for horizontal vent terminal locations and prohibited areas.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Vent Clearances

Dimensional Clearances for Vent Terminals

A chart detailing required dimensional clearances for vent terminals.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Venting Considerations

Horizontal Vent Placement and Condensate Warnings

Warnings about condensate freezing, vent placement, and proximity to shrubbery.

Indoor & Outdoor Unit Vent Spacing Requirements

Specifies minimum distance requirements between vent terminations for multi-unit installations.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Vent Pipe Joining

Horizontal Vent Pipe Installation and Solvent Cement

Details horizontal vent pipe installation, including solvent cement and jointing procedures.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Vent Connections

Vent Fastening, Hole Cutting, and Condensate Trap

Covers vent fastening, hole cutting, terminal spacing, and condensate trap installation.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Alternative Venting

Alternative Horizontal Vent Installation Kits

Mentions the availability of alternative horizontal vent termination kits.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Vertical Venting

Vertical Vent Installation Warnings and Steps

Highlights warnings for vertical vent installation and provides step-by-step instructions.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Vertical Vent Clearances

Vertical Vent Terminal Location Clearances

A chart detailing required dimensional clearances for vertical vent terminals.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Standard Vertical Vent

Standard Vertical Vent Termination Diagram

Illustrates the standard vertical vent termination setup with support details.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Alternative Vertical Vent

Alternative Vertical Vent Termination Kits

Mentions the availability of alternative vertical vent termination kits.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Water Supply

Water Quality and Thermal Expansion Requirements

Specifies required water quality levels and thermal expansion considerations.

Water Supply Connection Precautions

Covers precautions for water supply connections, including heat application and insulation.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Water Pressure

Water Pressure and Flow Rate Requirements

Details minimum water pressure and flow rate requirements for proper operation.

Water Supply Installation Steps

Provides steps for installing cold water shut-off valves and purging water lines.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Water Connections

Checking Water Flow and Filter Maintenance

Steps for checking water flow and maintaining the water filter.

Hot Water Outlet Connection Guidelines

Guidelines for connecting the hot water outlet, including insulation and local codes.

Water Piping Arrangement with Service Valve Kit

Describes the arrangement of water piping using a service valve kit.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Relief Valve

Relief Valve Installation and Safety Operation

Specifies relief valve installation requirements and safe operation guidelines.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Pipe Insulation & Condensate

Pipe Insulation and Condensate Drainage Requirements

Covers pipe insulation guidelines and condensate drainage requirements.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Gas Supply

Gas Supply Connection Warnings and Piping Requirements

Warns against gas type conversion and outlines gas piping requirements.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Gas Piping Sizing

Gas Pipe-Sizing Procedure and Tables

Provides a procedure and tables for sizing gas piping based on cubic feet per hour.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Gas Supply Installation

Gas Supply Installation Steps and Pressure Requirements

Details gas supply installation steps and specifies pressure requirements.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Gas Testing

Gas Leak Testing Procedure

Instructions for testing gas connections for leaks using a soapy water solution.

Gas Supply System Pressure Testing Precautions

Outlines precautions for pressure testing the gas supply system.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Electrical and Altitude

High-Altitude Installation Considerations

Information on high-altitude certification and potential input rate adjustments.

Electrical Safety and Wiring Requirements

Covers electrical shock hazards, wiring compliance, and power supply requirements.

Hard-Wiring Electrical Connections

Instructions for hard-wiring electrical connections, including grounding and switches.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Wiring Diagram

Electrical Component Wiring Diagram

Diagram illustrating the electrical connections for various unit components.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Remote Control

Remote Control Selection and Location Considerations

Guidance on selecting and locating the remote control, including placement restrictions.

Available Remote Control Models

Lists compatible remote control models and their features.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Remote Control Installation

Connecting the Main Remote Control to Wall

Step-by-step instructions for mounting the remote control base plate and connecting the cable.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Connecting Remote Control

Connecting Remote Control to Water Heater Unit

Steps for connecting the remote control extension cable to the water heater unit.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Insulation & Precautions

Insulation Blanket Usage and Installation Precautions

Explains insulation blanket necessity and general installation precautions.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Installation Checklist

Water Heater Location Checklist

Checklist items for verifying proper water heater location and clearances.

Indoor Vent Installation Checklist

Checklist items for verifying proper indoor vent pipe installation.

Water Supply;Relief Valve Checklist

Checklist items for verifying water supply, pressure, and relief valve installation.

Gas Supply Checklist

Checklist items for verifying gas supply type, pressure, and connections.

Electrical Wiring Checklist

Checklist items for verifying electrical wiring compliance and grounding.

Condensate Checklist

Checklist item for verifying proper condensate drain installation.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Lighting the Water Heater

Pre-Operation Safety and Instructions

Emphasizes reading safety information and outlines key operating instructions before lighting.

Water Heater Operating Instructions

Step-by-step guide for starting and operating the water heater safely.

Gas Shut-Off Procedure

Instructions for turning off the gas supply to the appliance.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Operation and Shutdown

Water Heater Operating Instructions

Step-by-step guide to turn on the water heater, including checking gas and electric power.

Shutting Off the Water Heater

Instructions for safely turning off the water heater by disconnecting power and gas.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Setting Water Temperature

Temperature Adjustment Warnings and Max Setting

Warnings about temperature adjustment risks and maximum setting capabilities.

Procedure to Set Temperature up to 140°F (60°C)

Detailed steps to change temperature settings up to 140°F (60°C).

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Adjusting Water Temperature

Fine-Tuning Temperature Settings

Steps for fine-tuning temperature settings using the remote control adjustment buttons.

Limiting Maximum Temperature to 120°F (49°C)

Procedure to set a maximum temperature limit of 120°F (49°C) for the unit.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - Temperature and Altitude Adjustments

Adjusting Minimum Temperature to 85°F (29°C)

Steps to adjust the minimum temperature setting down to 85°F (29°C).

High-Altitude DIP Switch Adjustment Prerequisites

States that DIP switch adjustments are needed for altitudes above 3,280 ft (1,000 m).

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS - High-Altitude DIP Switch Settings

Locating and Adjusting DIP Switch 2

Guides on finding and adjusting DIP Switch 2 on the PCB for altitude settings.

DIP Switch Settings for Specific Altitudes

Details on setting DIP switches for different altitude ranges.

PARTS REPLACEMENT - Ordering

Parts Ordering Information

Instructions on how to order replacement parts, including required information.

Direct-Vent Gas Components Diagram

Diagram showing the location of various components for direct-vent models.

PARTS REPLACEMENT - Outdoor Components

Outdoor Gas Components Diagram

Diagram showing the location of various components for outdoor models.

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