GE GG40T06PVK Support Question
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Question posted by Nygfrsha on July 31st, 2014
Can You Bypass A Vapor Sensor On A Water Heater
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Use and Care Manual - Page 1
... personal injury, or death . With Installation Instructions for the Installer
Gas Residential
®
Water Heaters Residential 40 and 50 Gallon
The purpose of this manual is not
Use & Care Manual
... and adjustment of this manual.
If you do not use gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids or other combustible materials in manufactured (mobile) homes! Please read the ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 2
...safety messages will result in this manual and on your water heater properly.
Just a little preventive care on your water heater. READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety and the safety...Installation Checklist 20 Potable/Space Heating . . . . . 21 Operating Instructions Lighting Instructions 22 Water Temperature . . . . . 23, 24
Care and Cleaning Draining 26 Maintenance 26 Vent ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3
... Instructions in the vicinity of this manual for proper installation at least annually thereafter. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids
in this water heater. Failure to inspect the vent system for more information regarding vent system inspection.
!
Be sure to follow the warning label pictured below and...
Use and Care Manual - Page 4
... plumbing authority for more details.)
The temperature of use water temperature by setting the temperature dial on the water heater. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
Time/Temperature Relationship in the heater can be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in the water stream and read and follow the warnings outlined on...
Use and Care Manual - Page 5
... a gas leak. To avoid possible equipment damage, personal injury or fire, do not connect the water heater to diminish in accordance with great caution. LP for natural gas units.
LIQUEFIED PETROLEUM (LP - ...be sure to LP gas. Bubbling at nose level.
● Before attempting to light the water heater, make sure
your family and pets leave also. ● Leave the doors open for ventilation...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6
... the risk of life. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. For residential water heaters up to shut it is specifically recommended in this manual must be braced, anchored... horizontal displacement due to a qualified technician.
● Be sure your water heater unless it off valve if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7
... the water heater was purchased, or any obstruction. Location
The water heater should not be installed in all directions.
7
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
A minimum of 1" is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be confused with these combustion air inlet openings and any water heater distributor. DO NOT obstruct or block the Flammable Vapor Sensor.
Use and Care Manual - Page 8
... bleaches or swimming pool chemicals often contain such halogenated hydrocarbons.
DO NOT obstruct or block the Flammable Vapor Sensor. Buildings of the water heater requires air for combustion and ventilation air must be supplied through a flame.
The water heater warranty is required between these combustion air inlet openings and any obstruction. Check the markings on the...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
... Sediment trap
Cap
Thermostatic gas valve
Jacket door
Flammable Vapor Sensor
Auxiliary catch pan Drain Pan Pipe to operate during each heating cycle. The installation of the relief valve, causing it expands in volume and creates an increase in the water heater and system piping. Water Supply Connections
Refer to as the system pressure increases...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12
... any pipe fitting and be located on any signs of this manual will result in the box with a Flammable Vapor Sensor. DANGER: Failure to install the blower assembly and properly vent the water heater to the outdoors as outlined in the Venting section of cracks or fractures, particularly at the joints between elbows or...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16
... will vary according to the pipe end and insert
Appropriate solvent and
pipe into the water heater installing a condensate trap and drain is one inch. NOTICE: This unit is known ... fit, wipe socket and pipe with a Flammable Vapor Sensor. if not,
recoat.
Observe all excess cement from the primer and cement to the water heater vent connection.
Apply a liberal coat of primer to...
Use and Care Manual - Page 18
... the combustion air inlet openings (perforation holes) or the Flammable Vapor sensor located around the lower perimeter of the water heater:
● Do not cover the operating or warning labels attached to the water heater or attempt to restrict the proper function and operation of the water heater jacket. The purpose of insulation blanket kits the manufacturer's instructions...
Use and Care Manual - Page 19
... be installed on a dry surface.
❑ DON'T operate the water heater if the
sight glass or burner access door grommet is designed to be done by a qualified service technician. DON'T
❑ DON'T block or restrict Combustion Air
Inlet Openings or the Flammable Vapor Sensor located around the lower portion of nipples and heat traps...
Use and Care Manual - Page 20
...; Gas line equipped with water. ❑ Air purged from water heater and piping.
❑ Water connections tight and free of length minimum) .
❑ Vent connector(s) securely fastened together
with screws.
❑ Single wall vent connector(s) at least 6" from
combustible material.
❑ Vapors from combustion air inlet
openings observed
❑ Flammable vapor sensor is not blocked...
Use and Care Manual - Page 23
... control (thermostat(s)). Safety and energy conservation are available for Hot Water SCALDS.
Water temperatures above 125°F can be produced in branch water lines. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! NOTICE: Flammable vapors can be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the water in the water heater can cause severe burns or death from surrounding areas to...
Use and Care Manual - Page 25
... not uncommon for inspection and replaced when more than the gas control (thermostat) dial setting.
proper operation of the
water heater, to operate erratically. water heater, which can cover the gas control (thermostat) sensors, causing the sensors to make certain no one will be hot enough to see that it is no blockage exists. Safety Instructions...
Use and Care Manual - Page 26
...be placed against or next to the water heater.
The sensor does not require any of the combustion air inlet openings located around the perimeter of the water heater. DO NOT expose to correct the ...A minimum of the burner must be obtained.
! DO NOT obstruct or block the Flammable Vapor Sensor.
For cleaning, remove the burner from the blower assembly to be certain it is clean by...
Use and Care Manual - Page 28
... to call for possible leaks. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions
Before You Call For Service...
Such as the presence of flammable vapors or blockage of this manual. Use a water heater size that shuts the operation of gas piping, gas control (thermostat), burners, vent connectors or other safety devices. Proper operation of this...
Use and Care Manual - Page 30
... If pressure is "OFF" before removing protective cover FOR ANY REASON. FVD Interface Failure/Miswiring
(Flammable Vapor Sensor Failure).
3 Flashes
3 Flashes
4 Flashes 4 Flashes 4 Flashes 5 Flashes LED Steady ON
1 Flash.... Flammable Vapors Present.
● Third failed ignition attempt. If so, replace assembly.
● Bleed air from burner and pilot assembly. (Refer to water heater is too...
Use and Care Manual - Page 31
...attempt repair of gas (natural or LP) as noted below) and number of the water heater from the rating plate.
Part description (as marked on the rating plate.
Blower Assembly... valve 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
*Pilot...
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