GE SG50T12TVT Use and Care Manual
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- GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 1
features, operation, safety precautions, maintenance and troubleshooting of the water heater. This manual also includes a parts list. It is very important that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water heater read the instructions carefully so they may understand how to - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 2
Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Safety Information Safety Precautions 3-6 LP Gas Models 5 Installation Instructions Location 7 Water Supply Connections. . . 9 Gas Supply 11 Venting 12-15 Wiring - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 3
. Should you have problems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions, STOP, and get help from a qualified service technician, or the local gas utility. ! DANGER! Install the blower assembly and properly vent the water heater... Failure to install the blower assembly and - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 4
Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. ! DANGER! water temperature setting Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of a water heater's - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 5
causes the odorant to diminish in intensity, can also hide or camouflage a gas leak. Care and Cleaning ● Water heaters utilizing LP gas are different from natural gas models. A natural gas water heater will not function safely on LP gas and vice versa. ● No attempt should ever be made to convert - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 6
or replace any part of your water heater unless it is specifically recommended in this manual. All other servicing should be referred to a qualified technician. ● Be sure your appliance is properly installed in accordance with local codes and the provided installation instructions. Read and - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 7
Flammable Vapor Sensor Diameter of water heater plus 2" min. pan, adequately drained, must be installed under the water heater. The water heater must be centered in the catch pan. ● The water heater should be installed as close as practical to the gas vent or chimney. ● Long hot water lines - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 8
water heater is installed in a confined space, provisions for combustion and ventilation air must be made. DO NOT obstruct or block the Flammable Vapor Sensor debris. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service NOTICE: The water heater should not be installed near an air supply - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 9
for servicing if necessary. The HOT and COLD water connections are clearly marked and are 3/4" NPT on all models. Install a shut-off valve in the cold water line near the water heater. Heat trap 6" minimum Hot water outlet to fixtures Water Heater Jacket Temperature and pressure relief valve Vent - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 10
Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Installing the water heater. A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 11
or ANSI design certified semi-rigid or flexible gas appliance connector should be installed in the gas line close to the water heater. The National Fuel Gas Code (NFGC) mandates a manual gas shut-off valve: See (NFGC) for complete instructions. If flexible connectors are used, the maximum length - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 12
with a Flammable Vapor Sensor. Do not apply power until enough time has passed to allow the vapors from the primer and cement to dissipate. Venting The water heater must be vented to the outdoors as described in these instructions. DO NOT connect this water heater to an existing vent or chimney - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 13
45° elbow is approximately equal to 2.5 feet of pipe. Minimum Vent Restrictor Vent Pipe Mesh Vent Restrictor Vent Terminal Install the vent restrictor at the minimum vent lengths listed above. DO NOT use the vent restrictor for any other vent lengths. 13 Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 14
Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. NOTICE: All pipe, fittings, solvent cement, primers and procedures must conform to American National Standards Institute and American Society for Testing and Materials (ANSI/ASTM) standards. Horizontal Vent - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 15
Coupling Complete the rest of the vent pipe installation to the water heater's vent connector fitting on the blower outlet. Outside of Building Wall If necessary support horizontal run as previously mentioned. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Insert 1/2" Mesh Protective Screen Inside - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 16
dauber supplied with the can. The proper brush size is one inch. NOTICE: This unit is equipped with a Flammable Vapor Sensor. Do not apply power until enough time has passed to allow the vapors from the primer and cement to dissipate. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 16 - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 17
Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Wiring If local codes permit, the water heater may be connected to electric service with the power Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service CAUTION! Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 18
the burner access door, jacket door, gas control (thermostat)/ gas valve or pressure and temperature relief valve. Do not apply insulation to the bottom of the water heater or the area where the combustion air inlet openings and Flammable Vapor Sensor are located. This area must be unobstructed - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 19
❑ DO allow enough time for joint cement vapors to dissipate BEFORE applying power to the water heater. ❑ DO ensure that the venting system complies with the guidelines found in the Use and Care Manual and National Fuel Gas Code. ❑ DO contact a qualified service technician if the pilot or main burner - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 20
etc. clear of the base of the heater. ❑ Clearances of 1" from combustion air inlet openings observed ❑ Flammable vapor sensor is not blocked. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips C. Gas Supply ❑ Gas line equipped with shut-off valve, union and sediment trap. ❑ Approved pipe - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 21
in pump. Air bleed valve. Water Sample Tap. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Gas line to water heater Temperature and pressure relief valve discharge line Gas Control (Thermostat) Gas Fired Water Heater Water Heater drain pan installed in accordance with the Local - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 22
Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Lighting the water heater. Before operating this water heater, be sure to read and follow the instructions on the label pictured below and all other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 23
Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions Operating the water heater. CAUTION: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this water heater that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 24
damage, turn off the manual gas control (shut-off) valve and do not operate the water heater again until it has been checked by a qualified service technician. NOTICE: Replace any part of the gas control system which has been under water. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips 140°F 130°F 150 - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 25
vapors. If the flammable vapor sensor shuts down the water heater, then the electronic control will display the appropriate error code and you should then promptly contact a qualified service technician. Refer to the "WARNING" on page 3 for additional information. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 26
to the tank. Attach a garden hose to the drain valve on the water heater and direct the stream of water to a drain. Open the valve. Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions DANGER: Before manually operating the relief valve, make - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 27
Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Housekeeping ! DANGER: Combustible materials, such as clothing, cleaning materials, or flammable liquids, etc., must not be placed against or next to the water heater. Visually inspect hot surface ignitor. To ensure sufficient ventilation - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 28
Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Care and cleaning of the water heater. NOTICE: Refer to the Hydrogen Gas Caution in the Operating Instructions. Vacation and Extended Shut-Down If the water heater is to remain idle for an extended period of time, the power and water - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 29
of flammable vapors or blockage of the combustion air inlet openings. Please contact a Qualified Service Technician if this occurs. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Condensation This usually happens when This is normal. After the water in the tank warms a new water heater is up - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 30
the operation of the water heater down if undesirable combustion conditions occur. Such as the presence of flammable vapors or blockage of the combustion air inlet openings. Please contact a Qualified Service Technician if this occurs. Problem Rumbling noise Relief valve producing popping noise or - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 31
Customer Service Gas Valve LED Codes Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions LCD CODE For Optional GAS VALVE LED STATUS/PROBLEM Display PROBABLE CAUSE SOLUTION None Short flash once IDLE (no call for heat, Temperature - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 32
Customer Service Troubleshooting Tips Replacement Parts. For 40 and 50 gallon models using natural or LP gas. Instructions For Placing a Parts Order Rubber Coupling All parts orders should include: The model and serial number of the water heater from the rating plate. Specify type of gas ( - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 33
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agency who performed service on the water heater. d. Date of original installation and dates any service work was performed. e. Details of the problems as you can best describe them. f. List of people, with dates, who have been contacted regarding your problem. Important Instructions for the - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 35
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AP15765 (05/10)
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FOR YOUR SAFETY!
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Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors or liquids or other combustible materials in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance. To do
so may result in an explosion or fire.
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WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
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Do not try to light any appliance.
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Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use
any phone in your building.
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Immediately call your gas supplier from a
neighbor’s phone. Follow the gas supplier’s
instructions.
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If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call
the fire department.
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Do not return to your home until authorized
by the gas supplier or fire department.
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Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause property
damage, personal injury, or death . Refer to
this manual. Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer, service agency
or the gas supplier.
WARNING: If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly,
a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.
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The purpose of this manual is twofold: one, to provide the installer with the basic directions
and recommendations for the proper installation and adjustment of the water heater;
and two, for the owner–operator, to explain the features, operation, safety precautions,
maintenance and troubleshooting of the water heater. This manual also includes a parts
list.
It is very important that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this
water heater read the instructions carefully so they may understand how to perform
these operations. If you do not understand these instructions or any terms within it, seek
professional assistance.
Any questions regarding the operation, maintenance, service or warranty of this water
heater should be directed to the seller from whom it was purchased. If additional
information is required, refer to the section on “If you need service.”
Do not destroy this manual. Please read carefully and keep in a safe place for future
reference.
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Recognize this symbol as an indication of Important Safety Information!
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California Proposition 65 Warning:
This product contains chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Residential 40 and 50 Gallon
Use & Care Manual
With Installation Instructions for the Installer
Printed in USA
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Gas Residential -
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Manufactured under trademark license by:
Rheem Manufacturing Company
2600 Gunter Park Drive East, Montgomery, AL 36109
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