GE AP12170-4 Use And Care Manual

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WARNING: The pressurerating of the relief valvemust not exceed 150 PSI,the maximum workingpressure of the waterheater as marked onthe rating plate.A new combination temperature and pressure relief valve, complying with the Standard for Relief Valvesand Automatic Gas Shut-Off Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22, is supplied and mustremain installed in the opening provided and marked for the purpose on the water heater. No valve of anytype should be installed between the relief valve and the tank. Local codes shall govern the installation ofrelief valves.Relief ValveThe Btuh rating of the relief valve mustnot be less than the input rating of thewater heater as indicated on the ratinglabel located on the front of the heater(1 watt=3.412 Btuh).Connect the outlet of the relief valveto a suitable open drain so that thedischarge water cannot contact liveelectrical parts or persons and toeliminate potential water damage.Piping used should be of a type approvedfor hot water distribution. The dischargeline must be no smaller than the outletof the valve and must pitch downwardfrom the valve to allow completedrainage (by gravity) of the relief valveand discharge line. The end of thedischarge line should not be threaded orconcealed and should be protected fromfreezing. No valve of any type, restrictionor reducer coupling should be installed inthe discharge line.To Fill the Water HeaterWARNING: The tank must be full ofwater before heater is turned on. Thewater heater warranty does not coverdamage or failure resulting fromoperation with an empty or partiallyempty tank. (Refer to the Certificate ofLimited Warranty for complete termsand conditions.)Make certain the drain valve is completelyclosed.Open the shut-off valve in the cold watersupply line.Open each hot water faucet slowly toallow the air to vent from the waterheater and piping.A steady flow of water from the hot waterfaucet(s) indicates a full water heater.Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer ServiceTypical Top Connect InstallationHOTCOLDE LIE FA L V EAnodeTo electricaldistribution panelTemperature & pressure reliefvalveElectrical junction box(use only copper conductors)Relief valvedischarge line.Directed to underside of home.UnionHot water outlet to fixturesHeat trap6″ Min.Heat trap6″ Min.Jacket accesspanelUnionJacket accesspanelShut-off valveTo cold watersupplyAuxiliarycatch panDrain valve7