GE GE20P08BAR User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
WATER HEATERS
Electric Residential
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SAFETY INFORMATION .........
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS....
CARE AND CLEANING ...........
INSTALLATION
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TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS......
REPLACEMENT PARTS .........
WIRING DIAGRAM...............
LIMITED WARRANTY ...........
CONSUMER SUPPORT ..........
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