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PLUMBING CONNECTION
AUTUMN 2015 67
RECOMMENDED SERVICING OF WATER HEATERS
All Rheem installation instructions state the
recommended service intervals and procedures to ensure
the water heater will provide many years of reliable and
efficient operation.
Additional service work on a domestic gas model
for example can be achieved by following the listed
recommendations.
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 adjust the inlet gas pressure.
∫ Check the piezo igniter, gas control and thermocouple.
∫ Check the operation of and clean the pilot light and main
burner.
∫ Visually check the unit for any potential problems.
∫ Inspect all connections.
LOCATION OF THE SMALL ELECTRIC MODELS
Rheem has introduced the new range of 45 litre electric
mains pressure water heaters with dimensions of 668mm in
height and 393mm in diameter.
This design will allow most electric storage units of this
size to fit under a bench or sink without cupboard alterations
for compliance with AS3500.4.
With dual handed connections, this unit is perfectly
designed for restricted space installations and is available
with a 2.4 and 3.6kW element also with the 2.4kw element
available with a power cord.
Jon Palfrey is Rheem Australia’s Training Manager. He
conducts training to plumbers and specifiers across the
southern states, covering the latest water heater technology
and key water heating issues facing plumbers.
NEED FURTHER TRAINING?
Rheem is conducting plumber training courses throughout the
southern states of Australia to provide installers with the necessary
knowledge and information to successfully size, install, commission
and fault find the full range of Rheem water heating solutions.
If you install all types of water heaters including gas storage
and continuous flow, solar, electric and commercial units, there
are courses available that are free of charge and are conducted
generally after business hours.