GE GE30T06MAG Thermal Expansion, Water Supply Connections, Typical Side Connect Installation

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Instructions

Installing the water heater.

Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety

Thermal Expansion

Determine if a check valve exists in the inlet water line. It may have been installed in the cold water line as a separate back flow preventer, or it may be part of a pressure reducing valve, water meter or water softerner. A check valve located in the cold water inlet line can cause what is referred to as a “closed water system”. A cold water inlet line with no check valve or back flow prevention device is referred to as an “open water system”.

As water is heated, it expands in volume and creates an increase in the pressure within the water system. This action is referred to as “thermal expansion”. In an “open water system”, expanding water which exceeds the capacity of the water heater flows back into the city main where the pressure is easily dissipated.

A “closed water system”, however, prevents the expanding water from flowing back into the main supply line, and the result of “thermal expansion” can create a rapid and dangerous pressure increase in the water heater and system piping. This

rapid pressure increase can quickly reach the safety setting of the relief valve, causing it to operate during each heating cycle. Thermal expansion, and the resulting rapid and repeated expansion and contraction of components in the water heater and piping system can cause premature failure of the relief valve, and possibly the heater itself. Replacing the relief valve will not correct the problem. The suggested method of controlling thermal expansion is to install an expansion tank in the cold water line between the water heater and the check valve. The expansion tank is designed with an air cushion built in that compresses as the system pressure increases, thereby relieving the over pressure condition and eliminating the repeated operation of the relief valve. Other methods of controlling thermal expansion are also available. Contact your installing contractor, water supplier or plumbing inspector for addition information regarding this subject.

Tips Care and Cleaning

NOTICE: Do not apply heat to the HOT or COLD water connections. If sweat connections are used, sweat tubing to adapter before fitting adapter to the water connections on heater. Any heat applied to the water supply fittings will permanently damage the dip tube.

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 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.

Typical Side Connect Installation

 

 

Anode

 

 

 

To electrical

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Electrical junction box

 

 

 

 

 

distribution panel

 

 

 

 

 

(use only copper conductors)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Customer Service Troubleshooting

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Temperature & pressure relief valve

Union

Hot water outlet to fixtures

Union

To cold water supply

Relief valve discharge line.

Directed to under side of home.

Jacket access

panel

Shut-off valve

Jacket access

panel

Drain valve Auxiliary catch pan

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Contents Model GE Series Part No. AP12170-4 11/03 Pub. No -50012-4 11-03 JRCare and Cleaning Safety InformationInstallation Instructions Troubleshooting TipsTime/Temperature Relationship in Scalds ServiceTroubleshooting Tips Customer ServiceInstructions Installation Installing the water heaterLocal Installation Regulations LocationTypical Side Connect Installation Thermal ExpansionWater Supply Connections Typical Top Connect Installation Relief ValveTo Fill the Water Heater Electrical Connections Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size GuideTips Care and Cleaning Operating CondensationInsulation Blankets Hot and Cold Pipe Insulation InstallationDo not cover the temperature and pressure relief valve Illustrations above, that best meetsRelief Valve Insulation Installation Instructions Safety InstructionsHeat Trap Water Heater Location Installation checklistWiring Water SupplyPress the red Reset button Safety PrecautionsSafety Controls Operating the water heaterWater Temperature Setting Time/Temperature Relationship in ScaldsIf adjustment is necessary… Draining the Water Heater Care and cleaning of the water heaterRoutine Preventative Maintenance Vacation and Extended Shut-DownBefore You Call For Service… Problem Possible Causes What To DoCold water inlet Top Connect Models Replacement PartsInstructions For Placing a Parts Order For 20-52 gallon models with single or double elementsCavity Insert Instructions Wiring diagrams Wiring Diagrams for Type-59T Therm-o-disc ThermostatsPlease place in envelope and mail to Model Number Serial Number Water Heater Model Number Serial NumberAfter mailing

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