Venting System Inspection; Burner Inspection; Extended Shut-Down; Anode Rod - GE GG75T06ASK Use And Care Manual

Care and cleaning of the water heater.
Figure A: Main burner and
pilot flame pattern. (Cast iron
burner)
Figure B: Main burner and
pilot flame pattern. (Sheet
metal burner)
NOTICE: Refer to the
Hydrogen Gas Caution in
the Operating Instructions.
NOTICE: Do not remove
the anode rod from the
water heater's tank, except
for inspection and/or
replacement, as operation
with the anode rod
removed will greatly
shorten the life of the glass
lined tank and will exclude
warranty coverage.
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Venting System Inspection

The water heater's internal flue must be
inspected annually to be certain it is clean
by removing the draft hood and flue baffle.
When reinstalling the flue baffle make
certain it is hung securely by its hanger
at the top of the flue way.
Remove any scale that may have fallen on
the burner or floor shield and reinstall the
draft hood.
Inspect the gas venting system and the
chimney.
Make certain the vent connector from the
draft hood to the chimney is properly

Burner Inspection

Visually inspect the burners annually.
Inspect the main burner while firing
and pilot burner flame with the main
burner off. Refer to Figure A or B for
normal flame pattern.
If any unusual burner operation is noted,
the water heater should be shut off until
qualified service assistance can be
obtained.
Vacation and Extended Shut-Down
If the water heater is to remain idle for an
extended period of time, the power and
water to the appliance should be turned
off to conserve energy and prevent a build-
up of dangerous hydrogen gas.
The water heater and piping should be
drained if they might be subjected to
freezing temperatures.

Anode Rod

This water heater is equipped with an
anode rod designed to prolong the life of
the glass lined tank. The anode rod is
slowly consumed cathodically, thereby
eliminating or minimizing corrosion of the
glass lined tank.
positioned and securely attached.
If after inspection of the vent system
you found sooting or deterioration
call the local gas utility to correct the
problem and clean or replace the flue and
venting before resuming operation
of the water heater.
Test for spillage at the draft hood relief
opening after 5 minutes of burner
operation. Use a flame of a match or
candle or smoke.
For cleaning, remove the burner from the
water heater. A vacuum cleaner can be
used on the burner and floor shield inside
the water heater. The burner can also be
cleaned by scrubbing with mild detergent.
CAUTION: For your safety, cleaning
of the main burner should be performed
only by qualified service personnel.
After a long shut-down period, the water
heater's operation and controls should be
checked by qualified service personnel.
Make certain the water heater is
completely filled again before placing it
in operation.
Water sometimes contains a high sulfate
and/or mineral content and together with
cathodic protection process can produce
a hydrogen sulfide, or rotten egg odor in
the heated water. Chlorination of the
water supply should minimize the problem.