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RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC WATER HEATER

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions thoroughly before starting

For Brands: GSW, John Wood, SpaceSaver, GSW Moffat

INSTALLATION RECORD

This water heater is protected by a multi-year warranty against

leaks plus a one (1) year warranty on parts.

Record key data here for future reference and prompt service:

Installed By / Purchased From:

Location of Electrical Switch

or Circuit Protector:

Installation Date:

Serial NumberModel Number

Watts

Watts-Total

Volts

P.S.I.

U.S. Gal.

IF YOU HAVE ANY INSTALLATION, PERFORMANCE OR

OPERATIONAL QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL THE FOL-

LOWING NUMBER, PRIOR TO REMOVING THE WATER

HEATER

(if this is a rental water heater please contact the rental company)

1-888-GSW-TECH (1-888-479-8324)

WARNING:

If the information in these instructions is

not followed exactly, a fire or explosion

may result causing property damage, per-

sonal injury or death.

WARNING:

Improper installation, adjustment, alter-

ation, service, or maintenance can cause

injury or property damage. Refer to this

manual. For assistance or additional infor-

mation, consult a qualified installer, serv-

ice agency, or the electric utility.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable vapors and liquids in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• Installation and service must be per-

formed by a qualified installer, service

agency or the electric utility.

PART NO. 61515 REV. M (09-11)

GSW Water Heating is a division of

A. O. Smith Enterprises Ltd.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1) INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

II) SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

III) INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

IV) OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

V) MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

LIMITED WARRANTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

PLEASE RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A

SAFE LOCATION FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

Summary of content (12 pages)

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions thoroughly before starting RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC WATER HEATER For Brands: GSW, John Wood, SpaceSaver, GSW Moffat TABLE OF CONTENTS 1) II) III) IV) V) INTRODUCTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1) INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it will provide years of trouble free service. The warranty on this water heater is in effect only when the water heater is installed and operated in accordance with these instructions. The manufacturer of this water heater will not be liable for any injury or property damage resulting from failure to comply with these instructions.
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Electrical 1. Check to see that the element marking and nameplate data correspond with the electric service available. The junction box where electrical connections are made is located near the top of the heater, near the upper access door. 2. Install a circuit directly from the main fuse box. This circuit must be the right size for the length of run and the load (see Table 1). MAX.
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Normal Operation: When hot water is being used, cold water enters the bottom of the heater (either bottom feed or by diptube), and the bottom element will begin to heat the cold water. If lots of hot water has been used, the upper thermostat will take priority and the top portion of the heater will be heated. Once heated, the thermostat will flip down to the lower thermostat to heat the lower portion.
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cian. In systems where the relief valve discharges periodically, this may be due to thermal expansion causing pressure build up. See “Pressure Build-Up (Thermal Expansion)” section. CAUTION The out-flowing water is hot. Avoid splashing the water on yourself or on the surroundings where it may cause damage. TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE MANUAL RELIEF VALVE DISCHARGE LINE TO DRAIN Figure 3 T&P Relief Valve Test WARNING Electrical Shock Hazard Disconnect power before servicing.
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e. Inspect the clean-out gasket. If it shows signs of wear, a new gasket is required. f. Install the clean-out plate. Be sure to draw plate up tight by tightening screws securely. g. Position the insulation so the mark is aligned, and replace the door. Trouble-Shooting Follow the preceding instructions carefully and your heater should provide long and trouble free service. If problems do arise however, the following will be of assistance: Not Enough Or No Hot Water 1.
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pressure build-up. Causes of discharge can be thermal expansion, excess system pressure, too high a temperature setting on the thermostat or something in the water heater causing excess temperatures in the heater. Thermal Expansion When water is heated it expands. For example, in a 40-gallon water heater, water being heated to its thermostat setting will end up expanding by approximately 1/2 gallon.
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Cold in OPTION 2 Hot out OPTION 1 Floor drain Drain pan* Floor drain Hot out Cold in Drain pan* Refer to pressure relief/expansion tank schematic above. Floor Drain Tee fitting Drain valve* 1. Cold water inlet 2. Hot water outlet 3. Anode(s) 4. Temperature and pressure (T&P) relief valve* 4a. Alternate location of T&P relief valve* 5. Thermostat with High-limit switch 6. Element 7. Access door - not illustrated 8. Thermostat 9. Drain valve 10. Water supply to meter 11.
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LIMITED WARRANTY See Rating Label Serial Number prefix for Warranty Code. Warranty Code: P R S T U V W Y Warranty Years: 3 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 RESIDENTIAL STORAGE TANK TYPE WATER HEATER FOR INSTALLATION IN A SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING A. WHO IS COVERED.
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d. The water heater or any of its component parts are damaged or fails from operation with an empty or partially empty tank (such as, but not limited to elements burned out in a dry tank); or e. The water heater or any part has been under water; or f. The water heater is exposed to highly corrosive atmospheric conditions. No warranty extends, for example, and without limitation of the foregoing, to Units exposed to: salts, chemicals, exhausts, pollutants or contaminants; or g.