A.O. Smith GPVR-50, GPVX-50, GPVH-50, 315465-000, GPVR-40 Series 102, 185237-004 General Safety

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GENERAL SAFETY

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Contents Residential GAS Water Heaters Power Vented GAS Models with HOT Surface IgnitionImportant Definitions Safe INSTALLATION, USE and ServiceGeneral Safety Introduction Table of ContentsKeep Clear of ALL Obstructions Propane HOT Surface Igniter & Main Burner Typical InstallationDrain Pan Natural HOT Surface Igniter & Main BurnerMixing Valve Usage Facts to Consider about the Location Locating the NEW Water HeaterInsulation Blankets ALL AIR from Outdoors See Figures 7, 8 ALL AIR from Inside Buildings SeeThermal Expansion Installing the NEW Water HeaterWater Piping Closed Water SystemsValve and Pipe Insulation if supplied TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE Relief ValveGAS Piping GAS Piping with Flexible ConnectorFilling the Water Heater Blower Assembly InstallationSequence of Installation Sediment TrapsVenting and Installation Vent Connections to Blower AssemblyMaximum and Minimum Vent Lengths CondensateVenting Vent Terminal InstallationVertical Vent Through Roof Vertical Vent Termination RestrictionsRecommended BRUSH* Size for Primer Cement Applications Vent Pipe PreparationStep G Step BStep E Step FPage GAS Control Valve Front View Temperature RegulationStart UP Conditions For Your InformationBurner Operation and Inspection Periodic MaintenanceBurner Cleaning Venting System InspectionDraining TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE Relief Valve OperationDrain Valve Washer Replacement Anode ROD InspectionLeakage Checkpoints ServiceNot Shown Optional Repair Parts ListTrouble Shooting Troubleshooting GuidelinesPage Troubleshooting Guidelines Limitation on Implied Warranties Service and Labor ResponsibilityClaim Procedure Conditions and Exceptions