Care and cleaning of the water heater, Burner inspection, Vacation and extended shut-down – Rheem AP13592 User Manual
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Burner Inspection
Visually inspect the main burners
annually.
Through the sight glass, inspect the burner
flame with the main burner off and inspect
the main burner while firing.
If any unusual burner operation is noted,
the water heater should be shut off until
qualified service assistance can be
obtained.
CAUTION: For your safety, cleaning of
the main burner should be performed only
by qualified service personnel.
For cleaning, a vacuum cleaner can be
used on the burner.
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Proper burner pattern.
Care and cleaning of the water heater.
Vacation and Extended Shut-Down
If the water heater is to remain idle for an
extended period of time, the power and
water to the appliance should be turned
off.
The water heater and piping should be
drained if they might be subjected to
freezing temperatures.
After a long shut-down period, the water
heater’s operation and controls should be
checked by qualified service personnel.
NOTICE: Refer to the Freeze
Protection Section on page 24.
Housekeeping continued
CLEANING THE REMOTE
CONTROL(S):
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Make sure the unit is OFF and the
electrical power supply has been
disconnected.
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DO NOT scrub the appliance with a
brush.
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Use only mild soapy water, other
cleaners may damage the surface of the
water heater.
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DO NOT remove any label including
the rating plate while cleaning or
servicing.
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DO NOT splash water on the remote
controls when cleaning.
Blue Flame