TM012 Rheem Electric Water Heaters Service Instructions REV: B
Date of Issue: 03/06
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Safety Warning
The purpose of this Service Manual is to provide sufficient information to allow a person
with the skills as required by the controlling Regulatory Authorities to carry out effective
repairs to a Rheem Electric Water Heater in the minimum of time.
Safety precautions or areas where extra care should be observed when conducting tests
outlined in this manual are indicated by print in
bold italics
and/or a warning symbol.
Take
care to observe the recommended procedure.
Certain diagnostic procedures outlined in these service instructions
require “live” testing to be conducted. Personal Protective Equipment
(PPE) should be worn when conducting these tests to prevent the risk of
electric shock. (Refer to Rheem Safety Procedure on electrical testing)
Plug in models: If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or its service agent or a similarly qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.
Introduction
The information provided in these instructions is based on the water heater being installed
in accordance with the Installation Instructions provided with each water heater.
Should you require further technical advice on a Rheem Electric Water Heater, contact
your nearest Rheem Water Heater Australia Service Department where all genuine
replacement parts are also available.
Heater Model Identification
All identification numbers are designed to convey detailed information about the water
heater to which it is attached. The model number consists of 8 digits.
1
1
1
250
0
8
1 - Rheemglas
4 - Optima
1 -
MEPS Compliant
6 -
MEPS compliant non simultaneous operation
7 -
MEPS compliant right hand water connection
9 – MEPS compliant dual handed connections
1 – Single Heating Unit
2 – Two Heating Units
Rated Capacity in Litres
Top Element Rating
Bottom Element Rating
0 – Not fitted
R – Reduced dia
S – Squat (TAS)
F – Double Plus
2 – 1200w
4 – 1800w
5 – 2400w
6 – 3000w
7 – 3600w
8 – 4800w
9 – 6000w
Note:
Model number, serial number and date of manufacture should be quoted in all correspondence.
