State Industries GS675HRVIT Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation, Anode ROD Inspection

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INSTALLED IN SUITABLE AREA: To insure sufficient ventilation

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation

and combustion air supply, proper clearances from the water heater

 

must be maintained. See “Locating the New Water Heater” section.

 

Combustible materials such as clothing, cleaning materials, or

 

flammable liquids, etc. must not be placed against or adjacent to

 

the water heater which can cause a fire.

 

ANODE ROD INSPECTION

The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year.

Each water heater contains at least one anode rod, which will slowly deplete (due to electrolysis) prolonging the life of the water heater by protecting the glass-lined tank from corrosion. Adverse water quality, hotter water temperatures, high hot water usage, and water softening methods can increase the rate of anode rod depletion. Once the anode rod is depleted, the tank will start to corrode, eventually developing a leak.

Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between the anode rod and the water. The most common complaint associated with the anode rod is a “rotten egg smell” produced from the presence of hydrogen sulfide gas dissolved in the water. IMPORTANT: Do not remove this rod permanently as it will void any warranties. The parts list includes a special anode rod that can be ordered if water odor or discoloration occurs. NOTE: This rod may reduce but not eliminate water odor problems. The water supply system may require special filtration equipment from a water conditioning company to successfully eliminate all water odor problems.

Artificially softened water is exceedingly corrosive because the process substitutes sodium ions for magnesium and calcium ions. The use of a water softener may decrease the life of the water heater tank.

The anode rod should be inspected after a maximum of three years and annually thereafter until the condition of the anode rod dictates its replacement. NOTE: artificially softened water requires the anode rod to be inspected annually.

The following are typical (but not all) signs of a depleted anode rod:

*The majority of the rods diameter is less than 3/8”.

*Significant sections of the support wire (approx. 1/3 or more of the anode rod’s length) are visible.

If the anode rod show signs of either or both it should be replaced. NOTE: Whether re-installing or replacing the anode rod, check for any leaks and immediately correct if found.

In replacing the anode:

1.Turn off gas supply to the water heater.

2.Shut off the water supply and open a nearby hot water faucet to depressurize the water tank.

3.Drain approximately 5 gallons of water from tank (Refer to “Draining and Flushing” for proper procedures). Close drain valve.

4.Remove old anode rod.

5.Use Teflon® tape or approved pipe sealant on threads and install new anode rod.

6.Turn on water supply and open nearby hot water faucet to purge air from water system. Check for any leaks and immediately correct any if found.

Restart the water heater as directed under “Operating Your Water Heater.” See the Repair Parts Illustration for anode rod location.

ANODE ROD DEPLETION DETAIL.

FIGURE 23.

When checking the temperature-pressure relief valve operation, make sure that (1) no one is in front of or around the outlet of the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) that the water discharge will not cause any property damage, as the water may be extremely hot, see Figure 23.

If after manually operating the valve, it fails to completely reset and continues to release water, immediately close the cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief valve with a new one.

If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance weeps or discharges periodically, this may be due to thermal expansion. You may have a check valve installed in the water line or a water meter with a check valve. Consult your local water supplier or service agency for further information. Do not plug the temperature-pressure relief valve.

Draining

The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and cleaning of sediment from the tank may be necessary.

1.Set the blower switch to the “OFF” position.

2.CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater.

3.OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for draining.

4.Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an adequate drain.

5.OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank draining.

NOTE: If the water heater is going to be shut down and drained for an extended period, the drain valve should be left open with hose connected allowing water to terminate to an adequate drain.

6.CLOSE the drain valve.

7.Follow instructions in the “Filling The Water Heater” section.

8.Follow the lighting instructions on the label or see “Lighting Instructions” in this manual to restart the water heater.

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Contents Whenever maintenance adjustment or service is required Printed197218-003 Important Definitions Safe INSTALLATION, USE and ServiceGeneral Safety General Safety Introduction Table of ContentsBELOW. Keep Clear of ALL Obstructions Replacement Parts and Deliming Products Typical InstallationMixing Valve Usage Facts to Consider About the Location Locating the NEW Water HeaterInsulation Blankets ALL AIR from Outdoors See Figures 7, 8, 8B ALL AIR from Inside Buildings SeeClosed Water Systems Installing the NEW Water HeaterChemical Vapor Corrosion Water PipingTemperature-Pressure Relief Valve Valve and Pipe Insulation if suppliedValve Discharge Pipe Requirements Gas Piping GAS Piping with Flexible ConnectorSediment Traps Drip Legs Filling the Water HeaterVenting Vent Pipe Termination Horizontal Vent Clearances Planning the Vent SystemVent Hoods MAY be Extremely HOT During Operation Condensate Blower Assembly InstallationVent Terminal INSTALLATION, Sidewall Installation of Vent SystemPower Vent Wiring Schematic Installation of Vertical Vent System Installation of Vent SYSTEM, SidewallRecommended BRUSH* Size for Primer Cement Applications Vent Pipe PreparationStep G Step BStep E Step FDo not TRY to Light the Burner by Hand Power Before ServicingDo not try to light the burner by hand What to do if YOU Smell GASWater Temperature Temperature RegulationFor Your Information Start UP ConditionsOperational Conditions Burner Operation and Inspection Periodic MaintenanceBurner Cleaning Venting System InspectionAnode ROD Depletion Detail Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve OperationAnode ROD Inspection DrainingLeakage Checkpoints ServicePropane Burner Assembly Natural GAS Burner Repair Parts ListTroubleshooting Guidelines Trouble ShootingLED Status Problem Solution LED Status Problem Solution Troubleshooting Guidelines Page Page Important Information Conditions and ExceptionsTennessee Waltz Parkway Ashland City, TN

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