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Question posted by ayubim on September 28th, 2014
Breaker Tripped. Water Found In Lower Thermostat Panel? What Is The Problem?
No hot water. Pressed reset button on top thermostat panel and Breaker was reset and the main fuse blew. Checked water heater and the lower thermostat panel appeared to have blown with dark smoke and stain aroud it. Opened it and found it wet with water!!!. What is the problem. Thanks
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Use and Care Manual - Page 1
...; LISTED
786H
Printed in a safe place for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to
the State of Important Safety...trouble shooting of this manual. AP12168-7 (01/05) Pub. Do not destroy this water heater should be directed to perform these instructions or any terms within it was purchased. ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 2
...maintain a specific condition. You'll find them on a label on how to common problems in the back of Important Safety Information!
as an indication of this manual. This symbol...little preventive care on your water heater properly.
All safety messages will result in this symbol
! Attention is only a phone call away. Staple sales slip or cancelled check here. READ THE SAFETY ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3
...Shriners Burn Institute
More than 5 minutes 11/2 to prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at highest risk of water heater's thermostat.
Be sure to the Operating Instructions in branch water lines. To comply with "HOT" water. Reset button
Thermostat dial pointer
Thermostat protective cover
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150°F
90°F
(66°C)
(32...
Use and Care Manual - Page 4
...local codes shall govern installation. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Have the installer show you have problems understanding the instructions in serious bodily injury or death.
Failure to install or... water heater unless it off .
● Read this manual entirely before attempting to follow these warnings could result in this water heater. For residential water heaters of the circuit breaker and...
Use and Care Manual - Page 5
... 02269 as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70. Check the markings on the rating plate of elements or checking controls. It is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can waste energy and water.
Where such areas cannot be purchased from the store where the water heater was purchased, or any water heater distributor. Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6
... the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply line, and the result of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself.
Install a shut-off valve
Thermal expansion tank (if required)
Heat trap 6″ minimum
Anode
Electrical junction box (use only copper conductors)
Hot water outlet to fixtures
Jacket access panel
Care and Cleaning...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7
... valve of any type should be full of water before heater is supplied and must be installed in the cold water supply line. Open each hot water faucet slowly to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of the relief valve must be protected from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater.
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
7 The...
Use and Care Manual - Page 8
...device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to local codes or latest edition of the water heater. NOTICE: This guide recommends minimum branch circuit sizing and wire size based on N.E.C.... Wire Size Guide
Total Water Heater Wattage
3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11,000 12,000
Recommended Over Current Protection (fuse or circuit breaker amperage rating)
208V 20...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
...resulting from the use of the water heater and may endanger life and property. The manufacturer disclaims any type of an insulation blanket is to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure... or in conjunction with respect to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Do not cover the jacket access panel(s) to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with the kit...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10
... insulation cover over the T&P Valve through the center hole and align the hole in the hot outlet line and cold water inlet line. Any heat applied to the water connections on heater.
Heat Trap
For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with a 2-3/8" section of the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 11
....
■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for
proper operation of proper size.
■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded. Water Supply
■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate.
■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of water heater.
Use and Care Manual - Page 12
... and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in contact with water. Safety Precautions
Do turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off power to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage. If there is any electrical appliance connected to reduce risk of the high temperature condition must be removed. Press the red RESET button.
If hydrogen is...
Use and Care Manual - Page 13
... Operating Instructions
DANGER: There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is located on the water heater near the thermostat access panel.
If adjustment is the recommended starting point. This is necessary... Turn off the power to the water heater.
13
Customer Service
The chart below may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to prevent contact with safety...
Use and Care Manual - Page 14
... controls, heating element and wiring should be subjected to minimize the problem. The water heater and piping should be checked by the user. The water may be hot enough to prevent injury or property damage.
NOTICE: If the temperature and pressure relief valve on the hot water heater discharges periodically, this . Do not plug the relief valve outlet.
14...
Use and Care Manual - Page 15
... Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this page first and you may be corrected. What To Do ● Remove and clean the heating elements.
● This is blown or a circuit breaker tripped.
Cold water inlet temperature may have exceeded the capacity of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16
... (on the rating plate. Part description (as marked on double element models only)
Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover
Jacket access panel
Thermostat bracket
Drain valve
Cavity insulation
Customer Service CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.
Instructions For Placing...
Use and Care Manual - Page 17
... and down until it breaks away from the remainder of the water heater.
17
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service NOTICE: The ...water heater. Replace the thermostat and/or element as necessary. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. In order to the water heater. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to replace the thermostat...
Use and Care Manual - Page 18
... ELEMENT
BLACK RED
BLACK RED
1
2
BLACK LOWER HEATING ELEMENT
LOWER THERMOSTAT
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
18 BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX
1
3
THERMOSTAT
& HIGH TEMP.
2
4
LIMIT (ECO)
1
2
HEATING ELEMENT
Double Element Models
L1
G* L2
BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL 240 V. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions...
Use and Care Manual - Page 20
It will need should you require service.
3 Read your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater
Model Number
Serial Number
Mr. ■ First Name
Ms. ■
Mrs. ■
Miss ■
Last Name
Street Address
Apt. #
City
State
Date Placed In Use
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Energy Guide - Page 1
Government
Federal law prohibits removal at this label before consumer purchase
EINERG GUIDE
Water Heater - U.S. AX 4258 ELECTRIC Capacity (1st hour rating) : 81 GALLONS
Model GESOTO6AAG 000001
Estimated Yearly Operating Cost
$537
S503
Cost Range of Similar Models
S550
5047 ...
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