Rheem GE Series User Manual

Water HeatersElectric ResidentialModel: HE Series, GE Series, PE Series, SE SeriesThe purpose of this manual is twofold: one, for the contractor, to

10Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety InstructionsInstalling the water hea

11Installation checklist.Water Heater Location Close to area of heated waterdemand. Indoors and protected fromfreezing temperatures. Area free of f

12Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety InstructionsSafety PrecautionsDo tur

13If adjustment is necessary…Turn off the power to the waterheater.Remove the jacket access panel(s)and insulation exposing thethermostat(s).The therm

14Routine Preventative MaintenanceProperly maintained, your water heaterwill provide years of dependable trouble-free service. It is suggested that a

15Before You Call For Service…Troubleshooting TipsSave time and money! Review the chart on this pagefirst and you may not need to call for service.Pro

16Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety InstructionsReplacement Parts.For 20

17Cavity Insert InstructionsThe following instructions are intended forqualified service personnel ONLY, and shouldonly be done when necessary.In orde

18Wiring diagrams.Wiring Diagrams for Type–59T Therm-o-disc Thermostats212THERMOSTAT& HIGH TEMP.LIMIT (ECO)HEATINGELEMENTREDBLACKBLACKL1G*BRANCH C

19Rheem Manufacturing CompanyWarranty Registration DepartmentP.O. Box 34070Louisville, KY 40232-4070Please place in envelope and mail to:✁Cut here✁Cut

Safety InformationSafety Precautions . . . . . . 3, 4Installation InstructionsLocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Water Connections . . .

20✁Cut hereConsumer Product Ownership RegistrationFollow these three steps to protect your new appliance investment:If you require service, call 800-4

Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer ServiceTime/Temperature Relations

4IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.WARNING!For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize

Installing the water heater.The location chosen for the water heater must take into consideration the following:Local Installation RegulationsThis wat

Installing the water heater.6Thermal ExpansionTypical InstallationDetermine if a check valve exists in the inlet water line. It may have been installe

WARNING: The pressurerating of the relief valvemust not exceed 150 PSI,the maximum workingpressure of the waterheater as marked on the rating plate. A

8Installing the water heater.NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on National Electric Code.Refer to wiring

For increased energy efficiency, somewater heaters have been supplied withtwo 24” sections of pipe insulation.Please install the insulation, according