Rheem 900 BTU Max input - Manual (Page 13)

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Remote Control Installation
One (1) remote control is provided with
the water heater. Additional remote
controls may be purchased separately. Up
to three (3) remote controls can be used
with this water heater.
The following are considerations for
determining the location of the remote
control(s):
● ● DO NOT install any remote control
outdoors.
● ● Place remote control(s) out of children’s
reach.
● ● The remote control(s) can be installed in
convenient locations such as the kitchen,
laundry room, utility room, or directly beside
the water heater.
● ● The included remote control can be placed in
a convenient location in a bathroom,
however, AVOID areas where water may
come into contact with the control(s).
● ● Avoid areas where the remote control(s)
may be exposed to heat, e.g. stove
ranges or heaters.
● ● Avoid areas where the remote control(s)
may be subjected to oil and/or steam
from cooking.
● ● Avoid areas where chemical agents
(such as thinner, benzine and alkaline)
are used.
● ● Avoid areas of direct sunlight.
● ● The MAXIMUM distance between the
water heater and the remote control(s)
installation location is limited to 195
feet.
NOTICE: Only one of each type of
remote controls can connect to the
water heater. Therefore, a maximum of
three controls can connect to the water
heater.
No other manufacturer’s controls are
suitable for use with this water heater.
DO NOT attempt to disassemble the
remote control.
WARNING: Field wiring connections and electrical grounding must comply with local
codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the latest edition of the National Electrical Code,
ANSI/NFPA 70, or in Canada, Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 Part 1.
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PRIORITY
POWER
ON/OFF
Remote
Control
Base Plate
Foam Packing
(with Adhesive Paper)
Control screw
Mounting Screw x 2
Remote Control
Model Number
Remote Control
Description
Temperature
Set Point Range
Availability
USC1-117 BATH1 100°F - 120°F Provided
USC2-117 BATH2 100°F - 120°F
Optional
(Sold separately)
UMC-117 MAIN 100°F - 140°F
Optional
(Sold separately)
NOTICE: The provided
remote control will allow a
maximum temperature
setting of 120°F. If higher
temperatures (up to 140°F)
is desired, a MAIN
(UMC-117) remote control is
available (sold separately).
Contact your dealer for
details.