Sizing Information - GE GeoSpring GT50C10BAM Owner's Manual And Installation Instructions

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
FOR INSTALLATIONS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
Applicable local codes shall always govern installation. For residential water heaters of a capacity greater than 52
Water Heater Sizing Information
Mixing Valves - Water Heater Capacity and Increasing Temperature Setpoint:
Mixing valves for reducing point-of-use water
temperature by mixing hot and cold water in branch
water lines are commercially available. Contact a
licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for
further information.
The water heater temperature setting strongly impacts
the amount of usable hot water available for showers
and baths.
• Energy consumption/savings and efficiency testing
of water heaters, including the GeoSpring™ Solar, is
performed according to Solar Rating & Certification
of manufacture.
• Safety regulations require a factory setting no greater
• The user can adjust the temperature setting to meet
their needs. Always read and understand the safety
instructions contained in the owner's manual before
adjusting the temperature setpoint.
WARNING
BURN HAZARD
If installing the water heater on the ground or other areas that are accessible, the water heater must be guarded to
protect against unintentional contact.
performing maintenance.
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
49-6000121 Rev. 0
There is a Hot Water SCALD
DANGER
Potential if the control water
temperature is set too high. Households with small
children, disabled or elderly persons may require a
120°F (49°C) or lower thermostat setting to prevent
contact with "HOT" water.
Ground Mount or Readily Accessible Areas
When a collector module is intended for installation in
areas which are readily accessible to other than service
personnel. The water heater must be guarded to protect
against unintentional contact. Contact with the solar
caution when servicing or performing maintenance.
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