GSW Residential Electric Water Heater User Manual

Residential Electric
Water Heater
Installation
Instructions and
Use & Care Guide
To obtain technical, warranty or service assistance during or
after the installation of this water heater, call toll free
1-888-GSW-TECH (1-888-479-8324)
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information ready:
1. Model number
2. Catalogue number
3. Serial number
4. Date of installation
5. Place of Purchase
Water Heater Safety ............................................................................... 2
Installing Your Water Heater .................................................................3-8
Unpacking Instructions ............................................................... 3
Location Requirements ............................................................... 4
Electrical Requirements .............................................................. 5
Water System Piping ................................................................... 6
Installation Checklist ................................................................... 8
Operating Your Water Heater .............................................................9-10
Water Temperature Regulation ................................................... 9
Operational Conditions ............................................................. 10
Maintenance of Your Water Heater .................................................. 11-13
Troubleshooting Chart ........................................................................... 14
Repair Parts Illustration ......................................................................... 15
Warranty ................................................................................................ 17
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REV. B (08-06)

GSW Residential Electric Water Heater Specifications

General

Brand	GSW
Model	Residential Electric Water Heater
Category	Water Heater
Language	English

Summary

Residential Electric Water Heater Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide

Water Heater Safety

Important Safety Instructions

Critical advice on potential hazards, including hydrogen gas risks and safe practices.

Installing Your Water Heater

Electrical Requirements

Water System Piping Installation

Piping Connection Procedures

Instructions for connecting cold and hot water supply, including union, tempering valve, and expansion tank recommendations.

Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve

Filling the Water Heater Tank

Operating Your Water Heater

Safety Shut-off Mechanism

Explains the high-limit control that shuts off power at high temperatures and its reset procedure.

Water Temperature Adjustment

Guides on setting the desired water temperature via the thermostat, warning about scald risks.

Water Heater Maintenance

Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve Maintenance

Instructions for annual manual testing of the T&P relief valve and ensuring discharge line integrity.

Accessing Internal Components

Removing the Front Panel

Heating Element Service

Detailed instructions for cleaning or replacing the heating element, including gasket and flange procedures.

Component Replacement Procedures

Anode Rod Replacement

Thermostat and Sensor Replacement

Guide for safely replacing the thermostat and temperature sensor components.

High Limit Switch Replacement

Procedure for safely removing and installing a new high limit switch.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Limited Warranty Information

Manufacturer's Responsibilities

Warranty Exclusions

Making a Warranty Claim

Instructions on how to submit a warranty claim, including necessary documentation and contact information.