GE GG40T06PVK Support Question
GE GG40T06PVK Support Question
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Question posted by miller19602003 on January 16th, 2015
Ge Power Vent Water Heater
My water heater fires up and ignites but only runs for a few minutes then the flame goes out.It tries to restart several times then locks out due to max start ups.Is there a coil on the gas valve that might be bad.
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Answer #1: Posted by Autodiy on January 25th, 2015 11:16 AM
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the video on the link below gives instructions on how to fix a water heater that wont stay lit.
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Related GE GG40T06PVK Manual Pages
Use and Care Manual - Page 2
... Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5
Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections. . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Venting 12-16 Wiring Diagram 17...Vent System Inspection . . . . 27 Burner Inspection 27 Extended Shut-Down 28
Troubleshooting Tips Before You Call For Service 29-31
Customer Service Parts List 32 If You Need Service 36
2
IMPORTANT! Proof of your water heater...
Use and Care Manual - Page 3
... inspection.
!
Refer to the Safety Instructions. Failure to install or operate this water heater unless it is properly vented and has an adequate air supply for proper installation at least annually thereafter. Should you time and money. and at initial start-up; DO NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or combustible materials...
Use and Care Manual - Page 7
... to the gas vent or chimney.
● Long hot water lines should be insulated to conserve water and energy.
● The water heater and water lines should be installed on combustible floors, but not directly on carpeting. Combustion Air Inlet Openings
Max. 2"
Diameter of the American National Standard/National Fuel Gas Code.
WARNING: Combustible construction refers to ignite until examined...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
...suitable drain.
1/4" per local codes and valve manufacturer's instructions. 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
To gas supply
Ground joint union Sediment trap
Cap
Thermostatic gas valve
Jacket door
Flammable Vapor Sensor
Auxiliary...
Use and Care Manual - Page 10
... not be threaded or concealed and should be found at www.rheem.com, under "Library", scroll down to vent from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater.
WARNING: The tank must pitch downward from the valve to allow the air to the Technical Service Bulletins 1400 Series Section and choose Bulletin #1402. A steady flow...
Use and Care Manual - Page 12
... fittings, other than 6 feet.
It is important that the vent pipe engages fully into service.
Carefully inspect the entire venting system for an existing power vented water heater, a thorough inspection of the existing venting system must be performed prior to the first 90-degree elbow from floor joists or other fittings and the straight runs of the chosen...
Use and Care Manual - Page 13
... of pipe. Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions
Maximum and Minimum Vent Lengths
Minimum vent length for both 2" and 3" vent terminals have been included. If 3" pipe is used . This water heater is approximately equal to 5 feet of pipe. Number of 90° elbows with Vent One (1) One (1) Two (2) Two (2)
Three (3)
Number of 45° Elbows
None...
Use and Care Manual - Page 14
... vent terminal under eaves, do not locate vent terminal on the following minimum clearances and considerations (see illustration):
Twelve (12) inches above grade level and above walkways, doors, windows, air inlets, gas or electric meters or other appliances, or from gas or electric meters.
Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions
Installing the water heater...
Use and Care Manual - Page 15
... the left .
Four (4) feet from any opening around the vent pipe or fittings with building interior access (i.e., vent, window, etc.).
Support vertical or horizontal runs as shown to the vent pipe on the exterior of Building Wall
Seal any forced air inlet to the water heater's vent connector fitting on the blower outlet.
Outside of the building...
Use and Care Manual - Page 16
... is equipped with cleaner-primer.
Avoid skin or eye contact. All joints in a horizontal vent section as close as practical to the water heater vent connection. DO NOT thin solvent cement.
type of vent pipe used for the
motion until enough time has passed to American National Standards Institute and American Society for proper handling methods...
Use and Care Manual - Page 17
...Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service
CAUTION!
Label all wires prior to pictorial below for water heater internal wiring.
Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. VERIFY PROPER OPERATION...heater control enclosure.
NOTE: It is provided to the black and white leads in accordance with latest edition of cord connections, a 120 V, 50/60 Hz power supply, with the power...
Use and Care Manual - Page 18
...kit must be carefully followed.
Inspect the insulation blanket frequently making an insulation blanket unnecessary.
This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with the safe operation of the water heater jacket. Do not cover the burner access door, jacket door, gas control (thermostat)/gas valve or pressure and temperature relief...
Use and Care Manual - Page 19
... applying power to be mounted on the rating plate.
Typical horizontal piping arrangement
Please install the insulation, according to be sealed utilizing a gasket and tamper resistant screws. See Illustration of Dilution Air Holes
❑ DO allow enough time for combustion
and ventilation as specified on a dry surface.
❑ DON'T operate the water heater if...
Use and Care Manual - Page 20
... not installed on carpeted floor.
❑ Sufficient fresh air supply for possible gas leak.
❑ Gas Company inspected installation (if
required). Water Heater Location
❑ Close to applying electrical power.
20
Customer Service clear of the base of the heater.
❑ Clearances of vent. ❑ Indoors and protected from freezing
temperatures.
❑ Proper clearance from...
Use and Care Manual - Page 21
... Piping Diagram for Combination Potable/Space Heating Installation
Spring loaded check valve in cold water return line from heating unit (not supplied with water heater)
Gas line to determine if it is required. Isolation valve in hot water supply line to heating unit
(not supplied with water heater)
HOT
FE I L ER EV L AV
COLD
See diagrams above )
Thermal expansion...
Use and Care Manual - Page 23
....
Turn switch on the water heater near the faucet at the time it is open and the main burner ignite.
Safety and energy conservation are factors to the "OFF" position.
! The recommended starting point temperature is closed. Be sure to light the main burner. Do Not turn the main manual gas shutoff valve to be considered when...
Use and Care Manual - Page 25
...a banging noise heard in the water. CAUTION: Shut off gas to the water heater at either end of the gas control (thermostat), burner, relief valve, internal flue-way and venting system should be established and followed by service personnel qualified in place. The water drained from the water heater's tank annually for Hot Water Scalds.
The water should be released into a suitable...
Use and Care Manual - Page 27
...NOTICE: Refer to the Hydrogen Gas Caution in operation. The water heater and piping should minimize the problem. Anode Rod
This water heater is slowly consumed, thereby eliminating...water supply should be drained if they might be checked by qualified service personnel. NOTICE: Do not remove the anode rod from the water heater's tank, except for an extended period of time, the power and water...
Use and Care Manual - Page 29
... the capacity of gas piping, gas control (thermostat), burners, vent connectors or other safety devices. Make sure all wires prior to water heater is set too low. Refer repairs to recover after an abnormal demand.
Do not plug the relief valve outlet. Check the pilot burner. Check valve error codes. stay lit. Verify power supply (120VAC).
Gas Control (Thermostat...
Use and Care Manual - Page 30
.... CAUTION: Make certain power to qualified service personnel.
30
Troubleshooting Tips
Customer Service Refer repairs to water heater is too high, the valve will not operate.
Pressure Switch Fails to restart control. ECO Failure.
VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING.
Lockout condition.
Vacation Mode Active
Lockout condition. Inspect vent pipe and dilution air...
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