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Question posted by lawizardpa on November 27th, 2012
Test If A Ge38s06aag Hot Water Heating Element Is Good, By The Continuity ?
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Use and Care Manual - Page 1
... to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and trouble shooting of the water heater. Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this manual is ...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
... a specific condition.
A potentially hazardous situation that can find many helpful hints on your water heater. Attention is in the Before You Call For Service section.
IF YOU NEED SERVICE
If...: # #
You can kill or hurt you do need to use and maintain your water heater properly.
READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety and the safety of Important Safety Information! Always...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3
... see manual.
Dual element heaters have two thermostats. To comply with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set at highest risk of being scalded. DANGER: Hotter water increase the potential for further information.
WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Safety and energy conservation are at 120°F before the water heater was shipped from scalds. DANGER
HOT
BURN
Water temperature over 125...
Use and Care Manual - Page 4
... USING. All other servicing should be followed to minimize the risk of your water heater unless it is properly installed in accordance with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be... Cleaning
FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
California Law requires that residential water heaters must be referred to earthquake motions.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Have the installer show you...
Use and Care Manual - Page 5
... is recommended that the thermostat and element access panels can waste energy and water. Location
Locate the water heater in such a manner that a suitable catch pan, adequately drained, be removed to the area of the National
Electrical Code.
Long uninsulated hot water lines can be installed under the water heater. The water heater and water lines should be located in an...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6
... box (use only copper conductors)
Hot water outlet to fixtures
Jacket access panel
Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
Relief valve discharge line to the water supply fittings will not correct the problem! Any heat applied to suitable open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the main supply...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7
... relief valve and the tank.
If, however, the condensation continues, examine the piping and fittings for the purpose on the tank when it is first filled with a heavy water draw and very cold inlet water temperature.
Scroll down to eliminate potential water damage.
Open each hot water faucet slowly to allow complete drainage (by gravity) of...
Use and Care Manual - Page 8
... conform to the junction box inside jacket at the top front of the water heater and the electrical distribution box.
The branch circuit wiring should be electrically isolated. Refer ...
8 Non-metallic piping, dielectric unions, flexible connectors etc. Branch Circuit Sizing and 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...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
... arrangement
Please install the insulation, according to the thermostat(s) and heating element(s), or pressure and temperature relief valve.
The manufacturer disclaims any type of insulation blanket. Do not apply insulation to insulation and standby loss requirements making an insulation blanket unnecessary. this water heater, pay careful attention to the following so as not to...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10
...
Typical top connection arrangement
For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with the opening is not obstructed by the insulation. Any heat applied to the hot or cold water connections.
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 T&P Valve...
Use and Care Manual - Page 11
... line run to open drain.
■ Discharge line protected from freezing.
■ Provisions made to protect area from water damage.
■ Sufficient room to area of heated water demand.
■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping.
■ Water connections tight and free of leaks. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions
Installation checklist...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12
... as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to the heating element.
Once the control opens, it is recommended that is filled with the tank surface.
Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before placing the water heater in a hot water system served by this water heater that the hot water faucet be reset manually. Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting...
Use and Care Manual - Page 13
... Instructions
DANGER: There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is necessary... If adjustment is set the thermostat(s) dial pointer(s) to be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in energy and operating costs.
Water Temperature Setting
The temperature of Shriners Burn Institute
Time To Produce a Serious Burn
More than 5 minutes 11/2 to the water heater.
Use and Care Manual - Page 14
... act as operation with the hot water released by qualified service personnel.
The water may be hot enough to present a scald hazard and should be exposed to the danger of the operating controls, heating element and wiring should be drained if they might be checked by the valve.
Rapid closing of the water heater, to make certain no...
Use and Care Manual - Page 15
... winter months. What To Do ● Remove and clean the heating elements.
● This is normal. Water usage may be colder during periods of water usage Not enough or no hot water
Water is normal for heat trap fittings when in operation. The thermostat may not need for the water heater to recover after an abnormal demand.
● Replace fuse...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16
... Placing a Parts Order
To place orders using a Visa/MasterCard call 800-431-1549. All parts orders should include:
The model and serial number of the water heater from the rating plate.
For 20-120 gallon models with single and double elements.
Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.
Use and Care Manual - Page 17
... following the instructions below:
Turn off the power to the water heater. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the left) Discard the crossbar. In order to replace the thermostat or heating element, remove the cavity insert crossbar by following instructions are intended...
Use and Care Manual - Page 18
...Service
18 BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX
1
3
2
4
1
4
2
YELLOW
BLUE
UPPER THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 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
Wiring diagrams.
Wiring Diagrams for Type...
Use and Care Manual - Page 20
... diminish your new appliance properly. It will need should you require service, call 800-431-1549.
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Consumer Product Ownership Registration
ImpoTMortadaianl yt! Water Heater
Model Number
Serial Number
Mr. ■ First Name
Ms. ■
Mrs. ■
Miss ■
Last Name
Street Address
Apt. #
City
State
Date Placed In Use...
Energy Guide - Page 1
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Federal law webibils removal ol this label before carmine purchase,
EMERG UIDE
Water Heater - 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
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