Part No. AP12171-4 (3/01) Pub. No. 49-50008-4 03-01 JR
Manufactured under trademark license by:
Rheem Manufacturing Company
P.O. Box 244020, Montgomery, AL 36124-4020
FOR YOUR SAFETY!
—Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors or liquids or other combustible materials
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. To
do so may result in an explosion or re.
— WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
●Do not try to light any appliance.
● Do not touch any electrical switch; do not
use any phone in your building.
● Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
● If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the re department.
● Do not return to your home until authorized
by the gas supplier or re department.
— Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury,
property damage or death. Refer to this
manual. Installation and service must be
performed by a qualied installer, service
agency or the gas supplier.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly,
a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
Model: HG Series, GG Series, GP Series, PG Series, SG Series,
SG Series with SmartWater™ Ignition System
The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, for the installing contractor, to provide requirements and
recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; and two,
for the owner–operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and
trouble shooting of the water heater. This manual includes a parts list.
It is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water heater read
the instructions carefully so that they may understand how to do so.
Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater should
be directed to the entity from whom it was purchased. If additional information is required, refer to
the section on How to Obtain Service Assistance.
Do not destroy this manual. Please read carefully and keep in a safe place for future reference.
Recognize this symbol as an indication of Important Safety Information!
Proposition 65: This appliance contains fiberglass insulation. Respirable particles of
berglass are known to the State of California to cause cancer. Exhaust gas from this
appliance contains chemicals, including carbon monoxide, known to the State of California to
cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Residential 30, 40 and 50 Gallon
Use & Care Manual
With Installation Instructions for the Contractor
Printed in USA
Water Heaters
Gas Residential
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