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Rheem RTG2-42 User Manual

Rheem RTG2-42
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Tankless Gas Water Heaters
Second Generation
Indoor, Outdoor and Direct Vent
Up to 199,000 BTU
Includes RTG2-42, RTG53, RTG66 and RTG74 models
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Table of Contents

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Rheem RTG2-42 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRheem
ModelRTG2-42
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Specifications and History

Specifications common to all product lines

Details common technical specifications for all models.

Product (Model) History

Tracks product modifications and upgrades over time.

Operational Overview

Sequence of Operations

Explains the step-by-step process of unit operation.

Sensors and Safety Features

Covers safety devices and sensor operations for reliable performance.

Maintenance and Diagnostics

Maintenance Panel Display

Guide to accessing and interpreting the unit's diagnostic display.

Heat Exchanger Thermistor

Role of the heat exchanger thermistor and related error codes.

Clearing the Fault History

Procedure to clear error codes and reset the unit's fault log.

Adjusting the Burner Control Assembly (Printed Circuit Board)

Steps for adjusting the burner control assembly for optimal performance.

How to Check Manifold Gas Pressure

Procedure for measuring and verifying manifold gas pressure.

Program Chip Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting the program chip for altitude settings.

Changing Maximum Temperature Settings

Steps to adjust maximum temperature settings to 120°F, 130°F, or 140°F.

Troubleshooting and Error Codes

Troubleshooting Format and Example

Explains the diagnostic tree format used for troubleshooting.

Unit Will Not Power On

Troubleshooting steps for when the unit fails to power on.

Error Code 00: One Hour Continuous Combustion

Explains the one-hour continuous combustion timer fault.

Error Code 11: No Ignition

Troubleshooting guide for ignition failure scenarios.

Error Code 12: Flame Failure

Steps to diagnose and resolve flame failure or loss of flame verification.

Error Code 13: Oxygen Depletion Sensor

Troubleshooting the ODS sensor activation due to imperfect combustion.

Error Code 15: Boiling Safety Device

Explains issues when the heat exchanger becomes too hot.

Error Code 31: Water Inlet Thermistor Malfunction

Troubleshooting water inlet thermistor errors.

Error Code 51: Gas Inlet Solenoid Valve Fault

Diagnosing faults related to the gas inlet solenoid valve.

Error Code 61: Combustion Fan Failure

Steps to resolve combustion fan failure and motor issues.

Error Code 65: Water Volume Control Fault

Troubleshooting water volume control and flow issues.

Error Code 90: Blocked Flue Fault

Troubleshooting blocked flue conditions and venting system failures.

Warning Code P1: Low Water Flow Rate

Troubleshooting low water flow rate that prevents burner ignition.

Disassembly and Repair

Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Replacement

Step-by-step guide for removing and replacing the PCB.

Water Inlet Solenoid and Thermistor Replacement

Procedure for replacing water inlet solenoid and thermistor.

Proportional Gas Flow Regulator (Gas Valve) Replacement

Steps for replacing the proportional gas flow regulator valve.

Burner Assembly Removal

Guide for removing the main burner assembly from the unit.

Igniter and Igniter Probes Replacement

Steps to remove and replace igniters and their probes.

Parts Identification and Views

Common Replacement Parts Overview

Lists and describes common replacement parts for the unit.

RTG2-42PV and RTG 53PV Parts Exploded View

Visual diagram showing part locations for RTG2-42PV and RTG 53PV.

RTG 66DV Parts Exploded View

Visual diagram showing part locations for RTG 66DV models.

RTG 74X and GT 199X Parts Exploded View

Visual diagram showing part locations for RTG 74X and GT 199X.

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