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Rheem RTGH-84V User Manual

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Important Safety Information
Safety Precautions .................................................. 2–8
Product Information
Product Information .................................................... 8
Specifications ........................................................ 9, 10
General Descriptions ............................................11, 12
Using Your Water Heater
Setting the Water Temperature ............................ 13, 14
Caring for Your Water Heater
Water Heater Inspections .................................... 15, 16
Care and Cleaning ................................................17, 18
Preventive Maintenance ............................................ 19
Draining the Water Heater .....................................2022
Freeze Protection ...................................................... 22
Vacation and Extended Shutdown ........................... 23
Troubleshooting Chart ......................................... 23, 24
Service Error Code Chart .................................... 25, 26
Safety
If You Need Service
Call for Assistance .................................................... 26
Installation Instructions
Standards Compliance ...............................................28
Choosing a Location ............................................ 28, 29
Product Inspection .................................................... 30
Water Heater Installation ...................................... 30–33
Venting .................................................................. 34–46
Water Supply ........................................................ 47–51
Condensate ................................................................51
Gas Supply ........................................................... 52–56
Electrical Wiring ....................................................56–60
Remote Control Installation .................................. 59, 60
Insulation Blankets .....................................................61
Installation Checklist ..................................................62
Lighting the Water Heater ....................................63, 64
Setting the Water Temperature .............................65–68
High-Altitude Adjustments ...................................67, 68
Parts Replacement ...........................................69, 70
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CONTENTS
READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety and the safety of others are very
important. There are many important safety
messages in this manual and on your appliance.
Always read and obey all safety messages.
This is the safety alert symbol.
Recognize this symbol as an indication
of Important Safety Information! This
symbol alerts you to potential hazards
that can kill or hurt you and others.
All safety messages will follow the safety
alert symbol and either the word “DANGER,”
“WARNING,” “CAUTION,” or “NOTICE.”
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These words mean:
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
This water heater is not suitable for use in
manufactured (mobile) homes!
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service, or maintenance can cause death,
personal injury, or property damage. Refer to
this manual.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING.
Be sure to read and understand the entire Use and
Care Manual before attempting to install or operate
this water heater. It may save you time and money.
Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions.
Failure to follow these warnings could result in
death or serious bodily injury. Should you have
problems understanding the instructions in this
manual, or have any questions, STOP and get help
from a qualified service technician or the local gas
utility.
WARNING:
California Proposition 65
This product contains chemicals known to the state
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
WARNINGS:
DANGER: An imminently hazardous
situation that will result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE: Attention is called to observe a
specified procedure or maintain a specific condition.
CAUTION: A potentially hazardous
situation that may result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING: A potentially hazardous
situation that can result in death or serious injury
and/or damage to property.

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Rheem RTGH-84V Specifications

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BrandRheem
ModelRTGH-84V
CategoryWater Heater
LanguageEnglish

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