EverHot 647270, Owner'S Manual And Installation Instructions

Page 1: ...water heater must be installed and serviced by a qualified person Please leave this guide with the householder Owner s Guide and Installation Instructions Gas Domestic Outdoor Water Heater 647270 mod...

Page 2: ...re the accuracy in preparation of this publication No liability can be accepted for any consequences which may arise as a result of its application Warning Upon completion of the installation and comm...

Page 3: ...pages are intended for the installer but may be of interest About Your Water Heater 4 Regular Care 10 Water Supplies 14 Save A Service Call 18 Installation 22 Connections Plumbing 32 Commissioning 36...

Page 4: ...burner is transferred to the water through the base top and wall of the cylinder and through the wall of a flue pipe which passes through the centre of the cylinder The gas supply to the burner is con...

Page 5: ...r or filling a bath or basin to ensure it is suitable for the application and will not cause scald injury We recommend and it may also be required by regulations that an approved temperature limiting...

Page 6: ...erhot warranty may not cover faults if relief valves or other safety devices are tampered with or if the installation is not in accordance with these instructions Do not store flammable or combustible...

Page 7: ...nspection and Replacement on page 15 If this water heater is to be used where an uninterrupted hot water supply is necessary for your application or business you should ensure that you have back up re...

Page 8: ...cal regulations and all local codes and regulatory authority requirements In New Zealand the installation must also conform with NZS 5261 as applicable under local regulations and the New Zealand Buil...

Page 9: ...urer s warranty refer to page 46 There are a number of factors that will affect the length of service the water heater will provide These include but are not limited to the water chemistry the water p...

Page 10: ...ater heater The annual service includes the following actions Inspect and flush the temperature pressure relief valve Inspect and flush the expansion control valve if fitted Check and if necessary adj...

Page 11: ...relief valve Inspect and flush the expansion control valve if fitted If required replace the valve Inspect and if required replace the anode If the anode is not replaced it should be replaced within t...

Page 12: ...lower the lever gently Refer to Expansion Control Valve on page 12 Check the drain line from the safe tray if one is installed is not blocked EXPANSION CONTROL VALVE In many areas including South Aus...

Page 13: ...e once every six months It is very important you raise and lower the lever gently Warning Failure to do this may result in the water heater cylinder failing Warning Exercise care to avoid any splashin...

Page 14: ...er heater any resultant faults will not be covered by the Everhot warranty In addition the use of an incorrect colour coded anode may shorten the life of the water heater cylinder The correct colour c...

Page 15: ...blic supply or another supply it is recommended the anodes be replaced within 5 years of installation CAUTION If the water supply has a TDS greater than 150 mg L and a green anode has not been changed...

Page 16: ...t and for the Everhot warranty to apply to the temperature pressure relief valve and water heater cylinder Water which is scaling may be treated with a water softening device to reduce the saturation...

Page 17: ...re the water supply meets the requirements given in these guidelines for the Everhot warranty to apply SUMMARY OF WATER CHEMISTRY ADVICE AFFECTING WARRANTY The water heater and its components are not...

Page 18: ...ame is burning by removing the access cover Relight the pilot flame according to the lighting instructions refer to Lighting the Water Heater on page 40 Temperature pressure relief valve running Is th...

Page 19: ...etimes rises above the designed pressure of the water heater Ask your installing plumber to fit a pressure limiting valve Warning Never replace the relief valve with one of a higher pressure rating He...

Page 20: ...r heater During periods of heavy condensation the condensate may also form around the base of the water heater This is quite normal especially in winter months and will dry off as the water is heated...

Page 21: ...Is there a leaking hot water pipe dripping hot water tap etc Even a small leak will waste a surprising quantity of hot water and gas Replace faulty tap washers and have your plumber rectify any leaki...

Page 22: ...underside of the water heater WATER HEATER APPLICATION This water heater is designed for use in a single family domestic dwelling for the purpose of heating potable water Its use in an application ot...

Page 23: ...r for servicing The water heater is to be installed at ground level on a concrete or brick plinth or other fireproof base as approved by the local authority The water heater must also stand vertically...

Page 24: ...tween the flue terminal and a return wall or external corner measured horizontally At least 500 mm from of any combustibles Note If these horizontal distances cannot be achieved AS NZS 5601 1 states a...

Page 25: ...Remove the bracket Drill the hole to receive the M6 5 masonry anchor or other suitable fastener Replace the wall bracket with the angled profile facing the wall Secure the wall bracket to the wall MA...

Page 26: ...the installation of this water heater meets the delivery water temperature requirements of AS NZS 3500 4 so that scalding water temperatures are not delivered to a bathroom ensuite or other ablution o...

Page 27: ...ated tempered water were to be returned back to the water heater depending on the location of the return line connection on the water supply line to the water heater then either water will be supplied...

Page 28: ...Everhot warranty to apply to the water heater cylinder refer to Water Supplies on page 14 and the Anode Selection chart on page 15 The black anode is typically fitted as standard Total Dissolved Soli...

Page 29: ...heater jacket we recommend the use of self drilling screws with a maximum length of 12 mm An effective seal must be achieved where the screw penetrates the jacket The Flashing Kit must not be installe...

Page 30: ...INSTALLATION 30 TYPICAL INSTALLATION OUTDOOR LOCATION...

Page 31: ...70 Mass Empty kg 65 Full kg 200 Gas Details Hourly Gas Consumption MJ Min Gas Supply Pressure kPa Test Point Gas Pressure kPa Max Gas Supply Pressure kPa Natural 30 1 13 1 00 3 50 Propane 30 2 75 2 70...

Page 32: ...rk must be cleared of foreign matter before connection and purged before attempting to operate the water heater All olive compression fittings must use brass or copper olives Use thread sealing tape o...

Page 33: ...he spanner flats provided A copper drain line must be fitted to the temperature pressure relief valve refer to Relief Valve Drain on page 34 The valve is supplied with an insulation collar This must n...

Page 34: ...to local regulatory authority approval the drain lines from the temperature pressure relief valve and expansion control valve from an individual water heater may be interconnected The outlet of a dra...

Page 35: ...o ensure it is installed in the correct orientation Note Refer to the Gas Installations Standard AS 5601 or AS NZS 5601 1 for the correct method of sizing the gas supply pipe to the water heater The p...

Page 36: ...page 37 Test the burner gas pressure and adjust if required Refer to Burner Gas Pressure Testing and Adjustment on page 38 Light the water heater Refer to Lighting the Water Heater on page 40 Test th...

Page 37: ...the inlet pressure test point on the left hand side of the gas control valve and attach the manometer hose to the test point refer to the gas control valve diagram on page 38 for location 5 Open the...

Page 38: ...ver surrounding the burner pressure test point on gas control 4 Remove the screw from the burner pressure test point on the right side of the gas valve and attach the manometer hose to the test point...

Page 39: ...to within 5 of the specified value for either a natural gas or propane gas model complete this procedure and phone Rheem Service or their nearest Accredited Service Agent to arrange for an inspection...

Page 40: ...ing when it is used as an in series booster water heater for a solar water heater SAFETY INFORMATION A This water heater is equipped with a Piezo push button igniter which lights the pilot When lighti...

Page 41: ...ousing and after 20 seconds whilst keeping the GAS KNOB depressed repeatedly press the igniter button for up to 40 seconds until the pilot flame ignites The igniter is a red button located below and t...

Page 42: ...ress the igniter button while the top knob is in other than the red star pilot position faces the front TEST THE WATER HEATER AFTER INSTALLATION The operation of the water heater must be thoroughly ch...

Page 43: ...ds Release the GAS KNOB the GAS KNOB will automatically turn to the red flame on position and the burner will ignite when heating is required and extinguish when the water in the storage cylinder has...

Page 44: ...aps Operate the relief valve release lever do not let the lever snap back or you will damage the valve seat Operating the lever will release the pressure in the water heater Undo the union at the cold...

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Page 46: ...verhot warranty you are responsible for our standard call out charge If you wish to have the relevant component repaired or replaced by Rheem that service will be at your cost 2 3 Where a failed compo...

Page 47: ...ctly due to leakage from the water heater or due to leakage from fittings and or pipe work of metal plastic or other materials caused by water temperature workmanship or other modes of failure 2 9 If...

Page 48: ...if that s unavailable the date of manufacture and serial number from the rating label on the water heater b Rheem will arrange for the water heater to be tested and assessed on site c If Rheem determ...