GE SE40M12AAH Support Question
GE SE40M12AAH Support Question
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Question posted by KATASHUKLT on May 30th, 2017
Are There Zinc/aluminum Anodes Available For This Water Heater?
Using this heater at a vacation house with well water. Hot water has terrible 'rotten egg' smell, especially after not using it for weeks. Saw that zinc/aluminum anodes would resolve this issue. Are they available for this heater?
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Answer #1: Posted by Odin on May 30th, 2017 3:59 PM
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Such anode rods are sold at http://www.waterheaterrescue.com/Troubleshooting/stinky-water-in-hot-water-heaters.html. But that page will suggest other solutions. Good luck!
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Use and Care Manual - Page 1
... directed to provide the installer with basic directions and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of Important Safety Information!
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Single and Double Element Models, Residential 20-120 Gallon
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Use and Care Manual - Page 2
...use and maintain your part can relax knowing help is only a phone call away.
READ THIS MANUAL
Inside you will find many answers to call 800-431-1549. IF YOU NEED SERVICE
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Just a little preventive care on your water heater.
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Use and Care Manual - Page 3
... scalds. To comply with "HOT" water.
Be sure to be used for Hot Water SCALDS. See instruction manual before bathing or showering. NOTICE: Mixing valves are factors to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel.
! Children, disabled and elderly are available, see manual. DANGER
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Use and Care Manual - Page 4
... IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
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Use and Care Manual - Page 5
... Instructions Operating Instructions
Installing the water heater.
To open drain, line should be at least 3/4″ ID and pitched for possible damage. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be avoided, it or to permit inspection and servicing such as removal of the National
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Catch Pan Kits are available from the National Fire Protection...
Use and Care Manual - Page 6
... be easily disconnected for additional information regarding this subject.
A cold water inlet line with an air cushion built in the water heater and system piping. Install a shut-off valve
Thermal expansion tank (if required)
Heat trap 6″ minimum
Anode
Electrical junction box (use only copper conductors)
Hot water outlet to fixtures
Jacket access panel
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Use and Care Manual - Page 7
No valve of any type, restriction or reducer coupling should be protected from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. Relief Valve
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Use and Care Manual - Page 8
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It should include either:
Metallic conduit or metallic sheathed cable approved for use as a grounding conductor and installed with copper conductors, overcurrent protective device and suitable disconnecting means must conform to wiring diagrams in the piping and water heater does not provide sufficient conduction for field wiring connections. The branch circuit wiring...
Use and Care Manual - Page 9
Insulation Blankets
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Use and Care Manual - Page 10
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Use and Care Manual - Page 11
... Sufficient room to protect area from freezing temperatures.
■ Area free of flammable vapors. ■ Sufficient fresh air supply for
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Use and Care Manual - Page 12
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Use and Care Manual - Page 13
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Use and Care Manual - Page 14
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Use and Care Manual - Page 15
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Use and Care Manual - Page 16
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Use and Care Manual - Page 17
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