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. . . . . . . . .2, 3 Operating Instructions . . . . .4–11 Care and Cleaning . . . . . . . . .12, 13 Installation Instructions . . .14–18 Troubleshooting Tips . . . . . .19, 20 Consumer Support . . . . . . . . .22, 68 Write the model and serial numbers here: Model # ________________ Serial # ________________ You can find them on the rating label on the front side of your water heater. Owner’s Manual & Installation Instructions GEH50DNSRSA GEH50DXSRGA Chauffe-eau residentiel hybride electrique Manuel d’utilisation et d’installation La section francaise commence a la page 23 Calentadores de agua residenciales electricos hibridos Manual del propietario e instalacion La seccion en espanol empieza en la pagina 45 49-50254 10-09 JR ConsumerSupport TroubleshootingTips InstallationInstructions Care and Cleaning OperatingInstructions SafetyInstructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. WARNING! For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Be sure to read and understand the entire Owner’s Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater. It may save you time and cost. Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death. Should you have problems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions, STOP and get help from a qualified service technician or the local electric utility. WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting via the water heater’s user interface. Water temperatures above 125°F can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined on the label pictured below. This label is also located on the water heater near the top of the tank. ! Mixing valves for reducing point-of-use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in branch water lines are available. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for further information. Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Temperature 120°F Time to Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 125°F 1-1/2 to 2 minutes 130°F About 30 seconds 135°F About 10 seconds 140°F Less than 5 seconds 145°F Less than 3 seconds 150°F About 1-1/2 seconds 155°F About 1 second Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute The chart shown above may be used as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for your home. NOTE: Households with small children, disabled or elderly persons may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to prevent contact with “HOT” water. DANGER: There is a Hot Water SCALD Potential if the control water temperature is set too high. 2 SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GEAppliances.com FOR INSTALLATIONS Gasoline, as well as other flammable materials and liquids (adhesives, solvents, etc.), and the vapors they produce are extremely dangerous. DO NOT handle, use or store gasoline or other flammable or combustible materials anywhere near or in the vicinity of a water heater. The arc drawn in the water heater controls can ignite these vapors. Failure to do so can result in property damage, bodily injury or death. IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA California Law requires that residential water heaters must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal displacement due to earthquake motions. For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon capacity, a brochure with generic earthquake bracing instructions can be obtained from: Office of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814 or you may call 916.324.5315 or ask a water heater dealer. However, applicable local codes shall govern installation. For residential water heaters of a capacity greater than 52 gallons, consult the local building jurisdiction for acceptable bracing procedures. California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. READ AND FOLLOW THIS SAFETY INFORMATION CAREFULLY. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 3 ConsumerSupport Troubleshooting Tips Care and Cleaning SafetyInstructions OperatingInstructions InstallationInstructions ConsumerSupport TroubleshootingTips Care and Cleaning SafetyInstructionsOperatingInstructionsInstallationInstructions Operating the water heater. WARNING: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this water heater that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). HYDROGEN GAS IS EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE!! To dissipate such gas and to reduce risk of injury, it is recommended that the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before using any electrical appliance connected to the hot water system. If hydrogen is present, there will be an unusual sound such as air escaping thro...