GE SG60T12YVK Use and Care Manual - Page 18

Operating 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!! To dissipate such gas and to reduce risk of injury, it is recommended that the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system. If hydrogen is present, there will be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as the water begins to flow. Do not smoke or use an open flame near the faucet at the time it is open. Safety Precautions Do turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater has been subjected to over heating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the gas supply fails to shut off. Do Not turn on water heater unless it is filled with water. Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off valve is closed. Do Not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids, such as adhesives or paint thinner, in vicinity of this or any other appliance. If such flammables must be used, open doors and windows for ventilation, and all gas burning appliances in the vicinity should be shut off including their pilot lights, to avoid vapors lighting. Do Not allow combustible materials such as newspaper, rags or mops to accumulate near water heater. NOTICE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from surrounding areas to the water heater. If there is any difficulty in understanding or following the Operating Instructions or the Care and Cleaning section, it is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Components of Your Water Heater So that you may better understand the operation of your new water heater, the following diagram illustrates the basic components of a typical water heater. Draft hood Relief valve Water connections (on top of water heater) Water Heater Jacket Dip tube (cold water inlet) Anode Flue baffle Glass lined tank Insulation Internal flueway Drain valve Jacket door Floor shield Red button Gas cock knob Thermostat temperature dial Thermostatic gas valve Thermocouple Main burner Main burner orifice Inner door Pilot burner 18 Water heater Thermostat and burner Customer Service