Rheem Performance XG29T06MH32U1 Use and Care Manual download pdf (Page 13)

Heat Trap

For increased energy efficiency, some

water heaters have been supplied with

factory installed 3/4 in. NPT heat traps

in the hot outlet line and cold water

inlet line.

These heat traps may require a

minimum of one (1) 90° 3/4 in. NPT

elbow and may require an additional

90° 3/4 in. NPT elbow or a 3/4 in.

coupling depending on your installation

needs. See illustration of nipples and

heat traps on page 22.

For increased energy efficiency, this water heater has been supplied with a 2 3/8 in. section of T&P

insulation. Please install the insulation as shown below.

T&P Insulation Installation

Typical Side Connect T & P Arrangement.

Slip the insulation cover over the T&P

Valve through the center hole and align the

hole in the side with the opening of the T&P

Valve.

Ensure the T&P Valve opening is not

obstructed by the insulation.

Typical Top Connect T & P Arrangement.

❑ DO check inlet gas pressure to ensure that

it is within the range specified on the rating

plate.

❑ DO provide adequate air for combustion

and ventilation as discussed in the Use and

Care Manual and the National Fuel Gas

Code.

❑ DO maintain proper clearances to

combustibles as specified on the Instruction/

Warning Label.

❑ DO ensure that the venting system

complies with the guidelines found in the

Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas

Code.

❑ DO contact a qualified service technician

if the pilot or main burner will not stay lit.

The burner chamber is designed to be sealed

utilizing a gasket and tamper resistant screws.

DON’T

❑ DON’T block or restrict Combustion

Air Inlet Openings located around the lower

portion of the water heater jacket.

❑ DON’T remove the Burner Access Door

unless absolutely necessary. This should only

be done by a qualified service technician.

A new burner access door gasket must be

installed on any burner access door that has

been removed.

❑ DON’T install this water heater where

standing water may occur. The base of the

water heater is meant to be mounted on a dry

surface.

❑ DON’T operate the water heater if the

sight glass or pilot assembly grommet is

damaged or broken.

Pilot Assembly

Grommet

Sight Glass

During Installation of this water heater

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