Care And Cleaning - GE PR06DSATB Series Owner's Manual

Care and Cleaning

Routine Preventive Maintenance
DANGER
operating the relief valve, make certain no one will
be exposed to the danger of coming in contact with
the hot water released by the valve. The water may
be hot enough to create a scald hazard. The water
should be released into a suitable drain location to
prevent injury or property damage.
CAUTION
Label all wires prior to disconnection when
servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause
improper and dangerous operation. Verify proper
operation after servicing.
Properly maintained, your water heater will provide
years of dependable trouble-free service. Keep
appliance area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and
liquids. It is suggested that the following annual
preventive maintenance program be established.
1. Inspect Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve.
2. Inspect heating elements, thermostats, and wiring
to each.
3. Inspect gas heating system and flue.
4. Drain and Flush the water heater tank.
5. Anode rod must be removed and inspected.
Temperature and Pressure-Relief Valve:
Once a year, it is recommended to lift and release the
lever handle on the temperature and pressure-relief
valve, located on the front-right side of the water heater,
to make certain the valve operates freely. if the
temperature and pressure relief valve on the appliance
discharges periodically, this may be due to thermal
expansion in a closed water supply system. Contact the
water supplier or local plumbing inspector on how to
correct this situation. Do not plug the temperature and
pressure relief valve.
Heating Elements and Thermostats:
Once a year, it is recommended to inspect the heating
elements, thermostats, and wiring to each. Inspection
should be completed by service personnel qualified in
electrical appliance repair.
Most electrical appliances, even when new, make some
sound when in operation. If the hissing or singing sound
level increases excessively, the electric heating
element may require cleaning. Contact a qualified
installer or plumber for inspection.
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Risk of Scald
- Before manually
Warning
Fire or explosion hazard. When performing any
maintenance, shut off the gas supply at the LP
container.
CAUTION
Risk of Shock -
the water heater before servicing.
Gas Heating System and Flue
Keep the vent and combustion air intake clear of any dirt,
debris, or obstructions. Insects can build nests in the
burner tube, this will cause poor combustion. Listen for
changes in the burner sound or check for visual changes
in the flame appearance. These are indications of an
obstruction in the burner tube or flue. Inspect and clean
the flue on a regular basis. To clean run a wire flexible
brush down the burner tube to remove any obstructions.
Inspect the main burner orifice and sparking module to
ensure no blockage or collection of debris that could
disrupt the ignition system.
Periodically perform a visual inspection of the main
burner while in operation. If a different flame pattern or
color is noted or soot has built up in the burner, turn off
the water heater and contact a qualified service
technician.
Main burner orifice
Sparking module
Correct Flame:
Blue or Blue/Orange
Stable shape
Incorrect Flame:
Yellow or Yellow/Orange
Unstable Shape
Shut off power to