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 GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER

(A) VENT PIPE-EXHAUST
(B) ANODE
(C) HOT WATER OUTLET
(D) OUTLET (115 VAC)
(E)

FLUE BAFFLE

(F)

GAS SUPPLY

(G) MAIN MANUAL GAS

SHUT OFF VALVE

(H) GROUND JOINT UNION
(J)

DIRT LEG

(K) OUTER DOOR
(L)

UNION

(M) INLET WATER SHUT

OFF VALVE

REPLACEMENT PARTS AND DELIMING PRODUCTS

Replacement parts and recommended delimer may be ordered
through authorized servicers or distributors. Refer to the Yellow
Pages for your A.O. Smith plumber or contact the A.O. Smith
Water Products Company, 5621 W. 115th Street, Alsip IL 60803,
1-800-433-2545. When ordering parts, provide complete model
and serial numbers (see rating plate), quantity and name of part
desired (as listed in Figure 1). Standard hardware items may be
purchased locally.

FIGURE 1

(N) COLD WATER INLET
(O) INLET DIP TUBE
(P)

TEMPERATURE AND
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE

(Q) EMBLEM AND RATING PLATE
(R) INSULATION
(S) VENT TERMINAL
(T)

DRAIN VALVE

(U) HSI BURNER ASSEMBLY
(V) FLUE
(W) DRAIN PAN
(X) GAS VALVE

(Y) CONTROL HARNESS

(Z) INNER DOOR

GAS MODEL
WITH HOT SURFACE IGNITION AND
2”/3”/4” PVC VENT CAPABILITY

TEMPERATURE INDICATORS

NATURAL HOT SURFACE

IGNITER & MAIN BURNER

HOT SURFACE IGNITOR

SENSOR

PROPANE HOT SURFACE

IGNITER & MAIN BURNER

SENSOR

HOT SURFACE IGNITOR

TEMPERATURE

ADJUSTMENT

BUTTONS

*CAUTION

115VAC IN

CONTROL

HARNESS

AND INSIDE

OUTER DOOR

Summary of Contents for GPSX-50L

Page 1: ...installation and or operation of this water heater Please pay particular attention to the important safety and operating instructions as well as the WARNINGS and CAUTIONS CAUTION TEXT PRINTED OR OUTL...

Page 2: ...45 When ordering parts provide complete model and serial numbers see rating plate quantity and name of part desired as listed in Figure 1 Standard hardware items may be purchased locally FIGURE1 N COL...

Page 3: ...ep it on the side of the water heater or nearby for future reference Do obtain new warning and instruction labels for placement on the blanket directly over the existing labels Do inspect the insulati...

Page 4: ...g jurisdiction In the absence of local codes the installation must comply with the current editions of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 and the National Electrical Code NFPA 70 The forme...

Page 5: ...be suitable for use with potable water 2 Toxic chemicals such as those used for boiler treatment shall NEVER be introduced into this system 3 This unit may NEVER be connected to any existing heating...

Page 6: ...3 1 NFPA54 7 3 4e and 7 8a b as follows 1 The exit terminals of a mechanical vent system shall be not less than 7 feet above grade when located adjacent to public walkways Figure 3 2 A venting system...

Page 7: ...erminal to mount on the pipe Before the vent terminal is installed caulk not supplied around the pipe on the exterior wall and install the wall plate can be held to the outside wall by placing some of...

Page 8: ...SERVICING THIS UNITIS MANUFACTURED WITHAN EXTERNALCONTROL HARNESS FOR EASIER REPLACEMENT IF THE HARNESS OR CONNECTORS GET DAMAGED Do not plug in power cord until vent system is completely installed Th...

Page 9: ...ngs 4 The vent piping should be connected to the blower with a rubber adapter and secured with hose clamps The adapter and clamps are provided with the heater 5 Even though the flue gas temperature le...

Page 10: ...ar the majority of failures in PVC and CPVC systems are the result of shortcuts and or improper joining techniques 2 SELECTIONOFMATERIALS Cutting Device Saw or Pipe Cutter Deburring Tool Knife File or...

Page 11: ...fitting sockets and remove all dirt grease or moisture with a clean dry rag If wiping fails to clean the surfaces a chemical cleaner must be used Check for possible damage such as splits or cracks and...

Page 12: ...ot water line Make sure that the insulation is against the top cover of the heater Fit T P valve insulation over valve Make sure that the insulation does not interfere with the lever of the T P valve...

Page 13: ...LER and HOTTER buttons together and holding for 1 second Then press the COOLER button until the WARM indicator light appears 2 Set the ON OFF switch on the blower control box to the OFF position 3 Tur...

Page 14: ...you experience this type of use you should consider using lower temperature settings to reduce scald hazards Valves for reducing the point of use temperature by mixing cold and hot water are available...

Page 15: ...Y INFORMATION SECTION FIRST USERS OF THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE AWARE THAT GAS COMPONENTS WEAR OUT OVER A PERIOD OF TIME THE GAS CARRYING COMPONENTS OFTHISAPPLIANCE SHOULD BE INSPECTED FOR PROPER OPERAT...

Page 16: ...will damage the heater Turn off the gas and cold water inlet valve to the heater Open a nearby hot water faucet and the heater drain valve BE CAREFUL TO GRASP THE DRAIN VALVE HANDLE SO THAT THE HAND...

Page 17: ...correct and secure 2 Replace hot surface ignitor System in lockout 1 Gas supply is off or too low to operate 2 Hot surface ignitor not positioned correctly 3 Low voltage to the water heater 4 Electric...

Page 18: ...g and YELLOWFLAME air openings in bottom base pan for obstructions or blockage C Not enough dilution air for proper Check dilution air intake for obstructions combustion or blockage A Water on the flo...

Page 19: ...empt to repair tank leaks or parts will void this warranty SERVICEANDLABORRESPONSIBILITY UNDERTHISLIMITEDWARRANTY THEWARRANTORWILLPROVIDE ONLYAREPLACEMENTWATERHEATERORPARTTHEREOF THEOWNER ISRESPONSIBL...

Page 20: ...20 5621 W 115TH STREET ALSIP IL 60803 PHONE 1 800 433 2545 FAX 1 800 433 2515 www hotwater com E mail parts hotwater com REPLACEMENT PARTS...

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