GE GE38S06AAG Support Question
GE GE38S06AAG Support Question
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Question posted by dmiller5445 on August 20th, 2012
We Bought This 45 Gal Water Heater 2008 It Is Leaking From The Top Looks Like Fr
within the tank itself - it is not leaking from the washer-our last water heater lasted 20 yrs-is there any type of warranty or recall on this?
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Use and Care Manual - Page 1
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Rheem Manufacturing Company
P.O. Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater should be directed to the seller from whom it , seek professional advice. ... & Care Manual
With Installation Instructions for the Installer
Electric Residential
Water Heaters
Single and Double Element Models, Residential 20-120 Gallon
Model: HE Series, GE Series, PE Series, ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 2
...Your safety and the safety of Important Safety Information! Recognize this manual and on your water heater properly. WARNING
! READ THIS MANUAL
Inside you do need to common problems in this ...you may result in death or serious injury and/or damage to obtain service under the warranty. There are very important.
Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that may ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3
... seconds
Less than 5 seconds Less than 5 minutes 11/2 to prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at highest risk of water heater's thermostat.
The temperature of use water temperature by the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Reset button
Thermostat dial pointer
Thermostat protective cover
TR
ESE...
Use and Care Manual - Page 4
... earthquake bracing instructions can be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to shut it off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of a capacity greater...
Use and Care Manual - Page 5
... for proper drainage.
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B-Maximum 2″
NOTICE: Auxiliary catch pan MUST conform to the water heater requirements.
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B
A-Diameter of the National
Electrical Code. The water heater and water lines should not be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will result in outdoor, unprotected areas.
Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6
... is to the illustration below ). Union
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supply
Shut-off valve in the water heater and system piping. Water Supply Connections
NOTICE: Do not apply heat Refer to install an expansion tank in the inlet water line. In an "open drain
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6″ air gap
Jacket access panel
Auxiliary catch pan 2″ maximum...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7
... valve, complying with an empty or partially empty tank. (Refer to the Certificate of Limited Warranty for complete terms and conditions.)
Make certain the drain valve is completely closed. Relief Valve
WARNING: The pressure rating of the relief valve must be full of water from the water heater and piping.
Open the shut-off valve...
Use and Care Manual - Page 8
... 30 30 35 40 50 - - - -
240V 20 25 25 30 30 35 45 50 - - -
277V 15 20 25 25 25 30 40 45 50 50 -
480V 15 15 15 15 15 20 25 25 30 30 35
Copper Wire Size AWG Based on the front of the water heater. It should include either:
Metallic conduit or metallic...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
...water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with storage tank heaters.
The purpose of an insulation blanket is to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve. The manufacturer disclaims any type... relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary.
The manufacturer's warranty does not cover any ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10
... and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
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Typical top connection arrangement
For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. If sweat connections are used, ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 11
... and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
11 Water Heater Location
■ Close to service heater. Wiring
■ Power supply voltage agrees with water.
■ Air purged from freezing temperatures.
■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for
proper operation of leaks.
Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12
...: Hydrogen gas can be produced in service again. Safety Controls
The water heater is closed. To reset the temperature limiting control:
Turn off valve is equipped with the tank surface. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in a hot water system served by qualified service personnel.
CAUTION: The cause of the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 13
...set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to the water heater.
The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of Shriners Burn Institute
Time ...176;C)
TURN OFF POWER BEFORE
SERVICING
Type 59T thermostat and protective cover. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s). Dual element heaters have two thermostats. If adjustment is...
Use and Care Manual - Page 14
...make certain no one will provide years of the rod. NOTICE: Refer to the tank. The water should be drained from the water heater's tank every month to clean the tank of dangerous hydrogen gas.
Allow several gallons to flush through the discharge line to....
DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make certain no one will exclude warranty coverage.
Use and Care Manual - Page 15
...9679; Remove and clean the heating elements.
● This is normal. Leaking or open hot water faucets. The thermostat is set too low.
Refer repairs to correct this...9679; See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of water usage Not enough or no hot water
Water is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. Electric service to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16
... on all models
Thermostat bracket (on the rating plate.
CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements. Specify voltage and wattage as noted below) and number of parts desired...
Use and Care Manual - Page 17
...crossbar up and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the water heater.
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Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service The removal of the ...the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions
Cavity Insert Instructions
The following the instructions below:
Turn off the ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 18
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BLACK LOWER HEATING ELEMENT
LOWER THERMOSTAT
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
18 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions
Wiring diagrams.
Wiring Diagrams for Type-59T Therm-o-disc Thermostats
Single Element Models
L1
G* L2
BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL 240 V.
Use and Care Manual - Page 20
... today.
2 After mailing the registration below, store this document in a safe place. Water Heater
Model Number
Serial Number
Mr. ■ First Name
Ms. ■
Mrs. ■
Miss ■
Last Name
Street Address
Apt. #
City
State
Date Placed In Use
Month Phone Number
Zip Code
Day _
Year _
NOTICE: Failure to protect your limited warranty rights.
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Energy Guide - Page 1
arc-12tit Pad vie. ELECTRIC Capady (fisl Nur racing} 45 GALLONS
Model GEBSIIM 000001
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
$5j0r 87 I
$492
Cost Range of Similar Models
$531
4773kwh
Estimalleil Yearly Eledrlcity Use
... kWh.
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