A.O. Smith GPVX-50 Typical Installation, Drain Pan, Natural HOT Surface Igniter & Main Burner

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TYPICAL INSTALLATION

GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS

A

Vent Pipe–Exhaust

N

Flue

Z

Air Intake Screen - Base Pan

B

Vent Terminal

O

Flue Baffle Assembly**

AA

Inner Door

C

Vent Adapter-Rubber Boot

P

Insulation

B B

Outer Door

D

Blower Assembly

Q

Control Harness

CC

HSI Burner Assembly

E

Cold Water Inlet

R

Rating Plate

D D

Air Intake Screen -

F

Inlet Water Shut-off Valve

S

Gas Supply

 

Blower Assembly

G

Union

T

Manual Gas Shut-off Valve

E E

FV Sensor/Bracket Assembly

H

Inlet Dip Tube

U

Ground Joint Union

 

(40K & 50K Models Only)

J

Anode**

V

Drip Leg (Sediment Trap)

F F

FV Sensor/Bracket Assembly

K

Hot Water Outlet

W

Drain Valve

 

(55K & 62.5K Models Only)

L

Outlet Receptacle (115 VAC)

X

Gas Control Valve

 

 

M

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

Y

Drain Pan

 

 

*ALL PIPING MATERIALS TO BE SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMERS.

**LOCATED UNDER THE BLOWER ASSEMBLY.

NATURAL HOT SURFACE IGNITER & MAIN BURNER

HOT

SURFACE

IGNITOR

SENSOR

*CAUTION: 115 VAC IN CONTROL HARNESS AND INSIDE OUTER DOOR

GAS MODELS

 

WITH HOT SURFACE IGNITION

 

& 2", 3" OR 4" PVC VENT CAPABILITY

FIGURE 1.

PROPANE HOT SURFACE IGNITER & MAIN BURNER

HOT

SURFACE

IGNITOR

SENSOR

GAS CONTROL VALVE-THERMOSTAT

TEMPERATURE INDICATORS

TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS

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Contents Power Vented GAS Models with HOT Surface Ignition Residential GAS Water HeatersSafe INSTALLATION, USE and Service Important DefinitionsGeneral Safety Table of Contents IntroductionKeep Clear of ALL Obstructions Natural HOT Surface Igniter & Main Burner Typical InstallationDrain Pan Propane HOT Surface Igniter & Main BurnerMixing Valve Usage Locating the NEW Water Heater Facts to Consider about the LocationInsulation Blankets ALL AIR from Inside Buildings See ALL AIR from Outdoors See Figures 7, 8Closed Water Systems Installing the NEW Water HeaterWater Piping Thermal ExpansionTEMPERATURE-PRESSURE Relief Valve Valve and Pipe Insulation if suppliedGAS Piping with Flexible Connector GAS PipingSediment Traps Blower Assembly InstallationSequence of Installation Filling the Water HeaterVent Connections to Blower Assembly Venting and InstallationCondensate Maximum and Minimum Vent LengthsVent Terminal Installation VentingVertical Vent Termination Restrictions Vertical Vent Through RoofVent Pipe Preparation Recommended BRUSH* Size for Primer Cement ApplicationsStep F Step BStep E Step GPage Temperature Regulation GAS Control Valve Front ViewFor Your Information Start UP ConditionsVenting System Inspection Periodic MaintenanceBurner Cleaning Burner Operation and InspectionAnode ROD Inspection TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE Relief Valve OperationDrain Valve Washer Replacement DrainingService Leakage CheckpointsRepair Parts List Not Shown OptionalTroubleshooting Guidelines Trouble ShootingPage Troubleshooting Guidelines Conditions and Exceptions Service and Labor ResponsibilityClaim Procedure Limitation on Implied Warranties

GPVH-50, GPVX-50, GPVR-40 Series 102, GPVR-50, 315465-000 specifications

A.O. Smith is a reputable manufacturer of water heating solutions, and their series of water heaters, particularly models 185237-004, 315465-000, GPVR-50, GPVR-40 Series 102, and GPVX-50, exemplify the company’s commitment to innovation, efficiency, and reliability. These models cater to diverse residential and commercial applications, providing users with versatile options tailored to specific needs.

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