GE GE40M06AAG Support Question
GE GE40M06AAG Support Question
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Question posted by tmlpjj on March 30th, 2012
Take Out Anode Rod
my hot water smells bad. can I take out the anode rod?
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Use and Care Manual - Page 1
... the installer with basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater; No. 49-50009-5 11-03 JR If you do not understand these operations.... Company
P.O. Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water heater should be directed to explain the features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and trouble...
Use and Care Manual - Page 2
...potentially hazardous situation that may not need service, you will find many helpful hints on your water heater properly. Attention is in death or serious injury.
READ THE SAFETY INFORMATION
Your safety and...sales slip or cancelled check here. You'll find them on a label on your water heater. as an indication of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may result in death or serious ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3
... above may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel.
! This label is regulated by mixing hot and cold water in the heater is also located on the label pictured below.
NOTICE: Households with safety regulations the thermostat(s) were set...
Use and Care Manual - Page 4
...understand the entire Use and Care Manual before installing or operating the water heater.
● Use this water heater. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Have...Cleaning
FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
California Law requires that residential water heaters must be obtained from a qualified service technician, or the local electric ...
Use and Care Manual - Page 5
... hot water lines can be certain the power supply corresponds to the water heater requirements.
5 CAUTION: The water heater should not be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for proper drainage.
Location
Locate the water heater in an area where leakage of greatest heated water demand.
To open drain, line should be installed under the water heater. Place the water heater...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6
...
Anode
Electrical junction 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 connections on the hot and cold water
connections. before fitting adapter to suitable open " water system, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7
... discharge line must be installed in the discharge line. Condensation might also occur with water. This condition is completely closed. Additional information on .
The water heater warranty does not cover damage or failure resulting from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater.
The end of the discharge line should not be threaded or concealed and should...
Use and Care Manual - Page 8
... circuit sizing and wire size based on N.E.C.
An opening for 1/2″ or 3/4″ electrical fitting is completely wired to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for field wiring connections. The branch circuit wiring should be electrically isolated. It should include either:
Metallic conduit or metallic...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
... devices may shorten the life of the electrical junction box. Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation Installation
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Typical vertical piping arrangement
For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with storage tank heaters.
Do not apply insulation to reduce the standby heat loss...
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.
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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...
Use and Care Manual - Page 11
... and discharge line run to open drain.
■ Discharge line protected from freezing.
■ Provisions made to service heater. Care and Cleaning
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
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Water Supply
■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate.
■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of proper size.
■ Electrical connections tight...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12
...(s) before using any electrical appliance connected to reduce risk of time (generally two weeks or more).
To dissipate such gas and to the hot water system.
Safety Controls
The water heater is equipped with a combination thermostat and temperature limiting control (ECO) that is located above the heating element in understanding or following the Operating...
Use and Care Manual - Page 13
...
Type 59T thermostat and protective cover. This is necessary...
The thermostat protective cover(s) should not be regulated by mixing hot and cold water in branch water lines are available. Turn on the power to the water heater.
Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation exposing the thermostat(s). Using a small screwdriver, set too high. The lower...
Use and Care Manual - Page 14
... remove the anode rod from the water heater's tank every month to make certain no one will be used to correct this may be hot enough to present a scald hazard and should be drained from the water heater's tank, except for solids suspended in the Operating Instructions. Open a hot water faucet or lift the handle on the water heater and direct...
Use and Care Manual - Page 15
... or plumbing contractor on this manual.
● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. A fuse is too hot
Possible Causes
Water conditions in your home may not need for service. Electric service to qualified service personnel. Refer repairs to your home caused...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16
... Instructions Safety Instructions
Replacement Parts. Relief valve **Heat Trap
**Nipple
**Heat Trap **Nipple
Dip tube Dip tube gasket
Anode rod
Junction box cover
Plate cover
Upper thermostat (on double element models only) Upper thermostat protective cover (on double element ...431-1549. All parts orders should include:
The model and serial number of the water heater from the rating plate.
Use and Care Manual - Page 17
...Rotate the 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 Remove the jacket access panel(s) and ...insulation. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before turning on the power to the water heater.
The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert....
Use and Care Manual - Page 20
... investment:
1Complete and mail this Consumer Product Ownership Registration today.
2 After mailing the registration below, store this card does not diminish your Owner's Manual carefully. Water Heater
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Street Address
Apt. #
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Date Placed In Use...
Energy Guide - Page 1
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