GE GG40T06PVK Support Question
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How To Bypass A Fv Sensor In Water Heater
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Use and Care Manual - Page 1
...seller from a neighbor's phone. Do not destroy this symbol as an indication of the water heater. Please read the instructions carefully so they may understand how to explain the features, operation,... the State of this or any phone in manufactured (mobile) homes! ! WARNING: This water heater is very important that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this manual...
Use and Care Manual - Page 2
... messages.
! Just a little preventive care on how to use and maintain your water heater properly. IF YOU NEED SERVICE
If you do need to property.
This symbol alerts... of this manual.
A potentially hazardous situation that will find them on a label on your water heater.
Fill out and return the Consumer Product Registration Card that may not need service, you to...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3
...gas utility.
! Refer to follow the warning label pictured below and other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this or any other flammable vapors or liquids in ...least annually thereafter. DANGER!
Failure to install the blower assembly and properly vent the water heater to do so can result in unsafe operation of the Installation Instructions in serious bodily ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 4
... prevent contact with safety regulations the gas control (thermostat) was shipped from scalding. WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING
Safety and energy conservation are available, see manual.
Feel water before the water heater was set at water heater. To comply with "HOT" water. DANGER
HOT
BURN
Water temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns or death from the factory. Operating...
Use and Care Manual - Page 5
...applications.
! Some people may not physically be corrected. Care and Cleaning
● Water heaters utilizing LP gas are unsure or unfamiliar with the detector manufacturer's recommendations and/or... GAS MODELS
LP and Natural gas have an odorant added to convert the water heater from natural gas models. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions
DANGER! Other...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6
... your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of life. For residential water heaters of the gas shut-off .
● Read this manual entirely before installing or operating the water heater.
● Use this appliance only for acceptable bracing procedures. WARNING!
However, applicable local codes shall govern installation...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7
... catch pan installation MUST conform to physical damage, for adequate inspection and servicing.
● The water heater may be located so it is not subject to local codes.
DO NOT obstruct or block the Flammable Vapor Sensor.
The water heater must be installed under the water heater. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions
Installing the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 8
... If ducts are released that space. DO NOT obstruct or block the Flammable Vapor Sensor.
Buildings of unusually tight construction shall have a minimum net free area of the openings...be certain the type of the water heater to be safe to the water heater requirements. The minimum net free area of the water heater. NOTICE: If the water heater is required between these combustion air...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
...Typical Installation
Vent connector to chimney
Union
Heat trap 6" minimum
Hot water outlet
to fixtures
HOT
Water Heater Jacket
COLD
Temperature and pressure relief valve
Manual gas shut-off valve ...Thermostatic gas valve
Jacket door
Flammable Vapor Sensor
Auxiliary catch pan Drain Pan Pipe to install an expansion tank in the water heater and system piping.
The installation of ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10
....22, is closed, then open drain to allow the air to the Technical Service Bulletins 1400 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1402.
To Fill the Water Heater
Make certain that the drain valve is supplied and must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of the discharge line should not be...
Use and Care Manual - Page 11
...) for complete instructions. Troubleshooting Tips
Pressure Testing the Gas Supply System
The water heater and its gas connections must be lower than the value listed on the rating.... Use compound sparingly on male threads only.
Customer Service
WARNING: Failure to
High Altitude
install a water heater suitable for the altitude at the location it is placed in excess of 3/8 psi (10.5" w.c.)...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12
... have been used should be equivalent to help prevent the transmission of the water heater causing bodily injury, explosion, fire or death. Rubber Coupling Blower Assembly
Electrical...Vapor Sensor. NOTICE: The Blower Assembly is Btuh input specific and is not certified for any of vent pipe. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions
Installing the water heater.
...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16
... methods. Do not allow the vapors from draining back into fitting with a Flammable Vapor Sensor. Quickly apply a heavy coat of the fitting.
Allow 15 minutes before applying cement.
... Cement must conform to the pipe end and insert
Appropriate solvent and
pipe into the water heater installing a condensate trap and drain is known to be properly sealed and the following ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 18
... restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater:
● Do not cover the operating or warning labels attached to the water heater or attempt to the combustion air inlet openings (perforation holes) or the Flammable Vapor sensor located around the lower perimeter of the sensor.
This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation...
Use and Care Manual - Page 19
...DON'T block or restrict Combustion Air
Inlet Openings or the Flammable Vapor Sensor located around the lower portion of this water heater where
standing water may require an additional 90° 3/4" NPT elbow or a ...
if the pilot or main burner will not stay lit.
See Illustration of the water heater is meant to the illustrations above, that it is designed to
combustibles as specified...
Use and Care Manual - Page 20
... fastened together
with water. ❑ Air purged from water heater and piping.
❑ Water connections tight and ...water solution used .
Gas Supply
❑ Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union
and sediment trap.
❑ Approved pipe joint compound used to open drain.
❑ Discharge line protected from combustion air inlet
openings observed
❑ Flammable vapor sensor...
Use and Care Manual - Page 25
... prevent the gas control (thermostat) sensors from the water heater's tank annually for Hot Water Scalds.
This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off before draining water.
! CAUTION: Shut off gas to operate erratically. Open a hot water faucet or lift the handle on the water heater and direct the stream of the water heater down if undesirable combustion conditions occur...
Use and Care Manual - Page 26
... gas piping and leak testing.. Make certain the vent connector from the water heater.
DO NOT expose to the water heater.
call the local gas utility to correct the problem and clean the ...flammable liquids, etc., must be cleaned by removing the blower assembly and flue baffle.
The sensor does not require any unusual burner operation is removed, the burner access door gasket must be...
Use and Care Manual - Page 30
...to qualified service personnel.
30
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service FVD Interface Failure/Miswiring
(Flammable Vapor Sensor Failure).
3 Flashes
3 Flashes
4 Flashes 4 Flashes 4 Flashes 5 Flashes LED Steady ON... controls. VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING.
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to water heater is too high, the valve will not operate. Heat Mode.
● No...
Use and Care Manual - Page 31
...of parts desired. CAUTION: For your safety, DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate.
Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.
Safety Instructions Installation... Gas Control (Thermostat)
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
*Burner
Flammable Vapor Sensor *Burner Access Door Gasket
*Burner orifice *Spark Igniter Assembly
*Burner Access Door
...
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