GE SG50T12TVT Use and Care Manual
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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
care on your part can save you time and money over the life of your water heater. You'll find many answers to common problems in the Before You Call For Service section. If you review our chart of Troubleshooting Tips first, you may not need to call for service at all. IF YOU NEED SERVICE If you do - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 3
appliance. Be sure to read and follow the warning label pictured below and other labels on the water heater, as well as the warnings printed in this manual. Failure to do so can result in property damage, bodily injury or death. ! WARNING Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 4
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 thermostat. Water used as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for your home. ! DANGER: - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 5
to light the water heater, make appliance. ● Do not touch any electrical switch. ● Do not use any phone in your building. ● Leave the house immediately and make sure your family and pets leave also. ● Leave the doors open for ventilation and contact the gas supplier, a qualified service - 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
the water heater is strong enough to sufficiently support the weight of the water heater once it is filled with water. A gas fired water heater or any other appliance should not be installed in a space where liquids which give off to conserve water and energy. ● The water heater and water lines - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 8
and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service NOTICE: The water heater should not appliance. Propellants from common spray cans or gas leaks from A/C and refrigeration equipment are highly corrosive after passing through a flame. The water heater warranty is voided when failure of the heater - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 9
's instructions. Water Supply Connections Refer to the illustration below for suggested typical installation. The installation of unions or flexible copper connectors is recommended on the hot and cold water connections so that the water heater may be easily disconnected for servicing if - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 10
valve must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of the water heater as marked on the rating plate. The Btuh rating of the relief valve must equal or exceed the Btuh input of the water heater as marked on its rating plate. Position the outlet of the relief valve above a suitable open - 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
system. If any of these conditions are found, they must be corrected in accordance with the venting instructions in this manual before completing the installation and putting the water heater into service. NOTICE: The vent piping must be connected to the blower assembly using the rubber coupling and - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 13
Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Maximum and Minimum Vent Lengths for Residential Care and Cleaning Models 2" Vents* Number of 90° elbows with Vent Number of 45° at the rubber coupling. This water heater is supplied with a two- Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 14
Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. building or other appliances, or from gas or electric meters. Do not locate vent above walkways, doors, windows, air inlets, gas or electric meters or other Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 14 - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 15
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 Terminal Elbow Short - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 16
Instructions Operating Instructions Installing the water heater. Draining the Condensate In certain conditions, installations in unconditioned space or having long horizontal or vertical runs may accumulate condensate. In order to prevent condensate from draining back into the water heater - 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 N Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service CAUTION! Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 18
, available to the general public, for external use on gas water heaters are not necessary. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters. This water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 19
on the rating plate. ❑ 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 - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 20
and flammable vapors. B. Water Supply ❑ Water heater completely filled with water. ❑ Air purged from water heater and piping. ❑ Water connections tight and free of leaks. ❑ Provisions made to protect area from water damage. ❑ Sufficient room to service heater. ❑ Combustible materials, such - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 21
by local code 140° 120° to 130° Hot water to space heater Hot water coil All bronze pump. Check valve internal 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 - 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
doors Do Not turn on water heater unless it is completely filled with water. and windows for ventilation, and all gas burning appliances in the vicinity should be shut off including their pilot burners, to avoid vapors lighting. Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off valve is - 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
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 Tips Customer Service 25 - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 26
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 certain no one - 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
: 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 to the appliance should be turned off to conserve energy and prevent a buildup of dangerous hydrogen gas. The - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 29
Before You Call For Service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off device that shuts the operation of the water heater down if undesirable combustion - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 30
Before You Call For Service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service. This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off device that shuts the operation of the water heater down if undesirable combustion - 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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requested: a. Model and serial number of the water heater as shown on the rating plate attached to the jacket of the heater. b. Address where the water heater is located and physical location. c. Name and address of installer and any service agency who performed service on the water heater. d. Date - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 35
✁ Cut here ✁ Cut here Please place in envelope and mail to: Rheem Manufacturing Company Warranty Registration Department P.O. Box 34070 Louisville, KY 40232-4070 35 - GE SG50T12TVT | Use and Care Manual - Page 36
your Use and Care Manual carefully. It will help you operate your new appliance properly. Model Number Serial Number If you require service, call 800-431-1549. ✁ Cut here Consumer Product Ownership Registration ImpoTMortadaialnyt! Water Heater Model Number Serial Number Mr. ■ First Name
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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!
!
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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Water Heaters
Gas Residential -
FVIR Certified
Manufactured under trademark license by:
Rheem Manufacturing Company
2600 Gunter Park Drive East, Montgomery, AL 36109
El manual en Español está
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