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Important Safety Information... 2-4
Operating Instructions
Control Panel ..........................................5
Powering Unit .........................................6
Temperature Setting ............................7
Operational Modes ...............................8
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)..9
Appli(]nce Connectivity
Module (ACM).......................................10
Care and Cleaning ....................11-13
Installation Instructions ......... 15-20
Troubleshoo ring Tips ............... 21- 22
Consumer Support ...........................80
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
AWARNING!
Foryour safety,the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion,electric shock,or to prevent
property damage, personal injury, or lossof life.
Besureto read and understand the entire Owner's Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater. It may save you
time and cost. Payparticular attention to the Safety Instructions. Failureto follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury
or death. Should you have problems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions, STOPand get help from a
qualified servicetechnician or the local electric utility.
WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting via the water heater's
user interface. Water temperatures above 125°F can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sureto read and follow the
warnings outlined on the label pictured below. This label isalso located on the water heater near the top of the tank.
HOT
Water temperature over 125°F can
cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds.
The electronic temperature control
setting usually approximates tap
water temperature. However,
factors could cause water
temperature to reach 160°F
regardless of the control setting.
Always feel water before bathing
and showering.
Children, disabled and elderly are
at highest risk of being scalded,
See instruction manual before
setting temperature at water
heater.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available; see manual.
Mixingvalvesfor reducing point-of-use water temperature by
mixing hot and coldwater in branch water linesare available.
Contact a licensedplumber or the localplumbing authority for
further information.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
(Temperature '
120°F (49°C)
125°F (52°C)
lSO°F(5a°C)
155°F (57°C)
140°F (60°C)
145°F (63°C)
150°F (66°C)
lSS°F(68°C)
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Timet0 producea seriOUsBum 1
Morethan5minutes
1-1/2to2minutes
About 30 seconds
About 10 seconds
Less than 5 seconds
Less than 3 seconds
About i-i/2 seconds
About i second
The chart shown above may be used as a guide in determining
the proper water temperature for your home.
Thermostat has been set at the factory to 120°F(49°C)to reduce
the risk of scald injury.
NOTE:Households with small children, disabled or elderly
persons may require u ]20°F (49°C1or lower thermostat setting
to prevent contact with "HOT"water.
_tkDANGER:Thereis aHot Water SCALDPotential if
the control water temperature isset too high.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING. GEAp_pliances.com
ACAUTION!
Risk ofFire-Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this water heater that has not been usedfor a long
period of time (generallytwo weeks or more).HYDROGENGASISEXTREMELYFLAMMABLE!!Todissipatesuch gas and to reduce risk
of injury, it isrecommended that the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before using any electrical
appliance connected to the hot water system. If hydrogen ispresent,there will be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the
pipe asthe water begins to flow. Donot smoke or usean open flame near the faucet at the time it isopen.
AWARNING!
Risk of Fire - DO NOTstore or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Keep rags and other combustibles away.
_FOR INSTALLATIONS
IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
California Law requires that residential water heaters must be braced, anchored or strapped to resist falling or horizontal
displacement due to earthquake motions. For residential water heaters up to 52 gallon (236.4 L)capacity, a brochure with
generic earthquake bracing instructions can be obtained from: Office of the State Architect, 400 PStreet, Sacramento, CA
95814 or you may call 916.324.5315 or ask a water heater dealer.
Applicable local codes shall always govern installation. For residential water heaters of a capacity greater than 52 gallons
(236.4 L)consult the local building jurisdiction for acceptable bracing procedures.
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
AWARNING:
If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical
damage, turn off power and water to the water heater.
Do not operate the water heater again until it has been thoroughly
checked by qualified service personnel.
Safety Precautions
A.Do turn off power to water heater if
it hasbeen subjected to overheating, fire,flood or physical
damage.
B.Do Not turn on water heater unless
it isfilled with water.
C.Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply shut-off valve
isclosed.
NOTE:Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from
surrounding areas to the water heater.
D. Ifthere isany difficulty in understanding or following the
Operating Instructions or the Care and Cleaningsection, it is
recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform
the work.
Safety Controls
The water heater isequipped with a temperature-limiting control
(TCO)that is located above the heating element incontact with
the tank surface. Iffor any reason the water temperature becomes
excessively high, the temperature-limiting control (TCO)breaks
the power circuit to the heating element. Once the control opens,
it must be reset manually. Resetting of the temperature limiting
controls should be done by a qualified service technician.
ACAUTION: Thecauseofthehightemperature
condition must be investigated by aqualified service technician
and corrective action must be taken before placing the water
heater in service again.
To reset the temperature-limiting control:
1. Turn off the power to the water heater.
2. Remove the jacket access panel(s)and insulation.
The thermostat protective cover should not be removed.
3. Pressthe red RESETbutton.
4. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s)before
turning on
the power to the water heater.
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Control Features
1. Display
2. Operating Modes
(Seepage 8 for description)
3. Vacation
(Seepage 8 for description)
4. Mode Selector
Use this button to alternate between available modes.
5. Arrow Pads
Use these buttons to adjust the temperature setting.
6. Enter Key
7. Filter Reset
The filter is dirty and requires cleaning when the Red light is
illuminated. Filter is located on top of the water heater. Press
button and hold for 5 seconds to reset filter alarm.
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8. Power Saver Override
For usewith ACM module. Pressand hold to bring unit out of
Power Saver mode. Once pressed and Power Savermode is
cancelled, unit will remain out of Power Saverfor the next 18
hours.
9.Appliance Communication Module Port
For usewith optional ACMmodule (seepage 10for details).
10.Anode Reset (on some models)
When the red light is illuminated, the system has indicated that
the anode rod is approaching end of life and it isrecommended
to replace it. Pressbutton once to silence alarm. Pressand
hold for 10 seconds to reset the anode alarm after replacing.
CallGEservice to replace the anode rod. Failureto replace the
anode rod will void warranty coverage and may result in a tank
leak. (Seepage 14 for instructions to change the anode rod.)
GEService:888.4GE.HEWH(888.443.4394).
11. Communication Indicator
The LEDis illuminated when the GeoSpring is enabled for
communication through the ACM module. See page 10 for
description.
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Turnin on the water heater.
There is no power button for this unit. Once the water heater is
wired and power is supplied, it will be on.The display will show
the current water temperature setting. Current operating mode
for the water heater isilluminated.
Tocomply with safety regulations, the controls are factory
preset to 120°F(49°C)and Hybrid Mode. It is recommended that
the unit be set to Heat Pump mode to maximize energy savings.
Operating in Hybrid mode provides o balance of energy savings
and hot water use convenience. Reported energy consumption
is based on operating the unit in Hybrid mode at o temperature
setting of 135°F(57°C),and operation at lower temperature
settings or in Heat Pump mode will provide even greater energy
savings.
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Temperature setpoint:
Safety, energy conservation and hot water capacity are factors
to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting
of the water heater. To comply with safety regulations, the water
temperature setpoint isfactory set at 120°F (49°C).This is the
recommended starting temperature setting.
NOTE:Accordingto USDept of Energy,the average residential
water heater in the USisset at 155°F(57°C).GEGeoSpringm
Hybrid Water Heater'senergy savingsclaimsare basedon a
135°F(57°C)temperature setting.Thewater temperature setpoint
can be raisedfrom the factory setting of 120°Fto 155°F(49°Cto
57°C)without sacrificingthe claimed energysavings. Ifa lower
temperature settingthan 155°F(57°C)isused,greater savingsin
energyand operating costs may be achieved.
See"ToAdjust theTemperature" sectionto change the water
heater'stemperature.
Hot water capacity:
If more hot water capacity isdesired,increasingthe temperature
from 120°Fto 155°F(49°Cto 57°C)will enable the same tank of hot
water to last about 25% longer because more coldwater ismixed
in at the shower or faucet.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
( Temperature I Time to Produce a Serious Burn.)
120°F (49°C1 More than 5 minutes
125°F (52°C1 1-1/2 to 2 minutes
130°F 144°C) About 30 seconds
155°F (57°C) About 10 seconds
140°F (60°C) Less than 5 seconds
145°F (65°C) Less th@n 3 seconds
150°F (66°C) About 1-1/2 seconds
155°F (68°C) About i second
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Risk of Scalding Reminden
Water temperatures above 125°F (52°C)can cause severe burns
or death from scolding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings
outlined in this manual and on the label on the water heater. This
label is located on the water heater near the upper element access
panel.
See"Time/TemperatureRelationshipin Scalds"below asa guide in
determining the proper water temperature foryour home.
Nixing-valves:
Mixingvalvesfor reducing point-of-use water temperature by
mixing hot and cold water in branch water linesare available.
Contact a licensedplumber or the local plumbing authority for
further information.
DANGER: Thereisahotwaterscaldpotential ifthe
water temperature is set too high. Householdswith small children,
disabled,or elderlypersons may require a 120°F(49°C1or lower
thermostat setting toprevent contact with HOTwater.
To Adjust the Temperature
Follow these steps:
1. Pressthe UPor DOWNarrow on the control panel key pad
to desired temperature.
2. Press ENTERto accept the new setting.
Note: To change between °F and °C,press and hold MODE.
_kDANGER:ThereisaHotWaterscaldPotential
if the water temperature isset too high. 1200F{490C1is the
recommended starting point for water temperature setting,
but it can be adjusted to any temperature between IOOOFand
1400F(380Cand 60°CI,
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This water heater defaults to the Hybrid operating mode.
Available modes are listed below and can be selected using
the IvIODEbutton.
Heat Pump Mode--RECOMMENDED FORMAXIMUMSAVINGS
Heat Pump is the most energy-efficient mode for this water
heater. It takes heat from the surrounding air to heat the
water. The time it takes to heat the water is longer in this
mode, so it may not be sufficient if you have a high-demand
situation such us a large household or company.
Hybrid Mode
Hybrid mode combines the energy efficiency of Heat Pump
with the recovery speed and power of the Electric/Standard
mode in most water usage situations. Hybrid mode will allow
the unit to perform like a standard electric water heater while
providing significant energy savings.
NOTE: Reported unit performance, energy consumption
and savings are bused on Hybrid Mode operation at a
temperature setting of !55°F (57°C).
High Demand/Boost
This mode may be necessary if your household has a
higher-than-average water usage or the unit is undersized for
the household water demands. Inthis mode, the unit will use
the electric heating elements only when the water demand
rate is high. When using the heating elements, the water
temperature will recover at a faster rate but it will use more
energy to heat it. Unlike Electric/Standard mode, it will use the
heating elements only when needed, and usethe heat pump
when water demand rates are lower.
Vacation
Thisfeature is used when you will be away from the home for
an extended period of time and hot water is not needed. Inthis
mode, the unit will drop the water temperature down to 50°F
(10°C)and will use the most efficient heating mode to conserve
energy while the heater issitting idle.The unit will automatically
resume heating one day before your return, so that hot water
will be available.
For example if you will be gone 14 days, follow these steps:
1. Select VACATIONby using the Mode button
2. Input total days you will be gone (in this example, 14) by
pressing the UParrow button (the default is 7 days)
3. Press ENTER.
The unit will drop the water temperature down to 50°F (10°C)
for one day less than you will be gone (inthis example, for
13 days).At the end of the day before you return (in this
example, the 13th day), it will automatically return to the
previous operating mode and heat the water to the original
temperature setting so hot water is available upon your
return.
To access any of these modes:
1. Pressthe MODEbutton on the control to the desired
operating mode.
2. The green light will be illuminated on the chosen mode.
NOTE: The difference between Hybrid mode and High
Demand/Boost mode isthat in High Demand/Boost mode the
heating resistive elements are activated sooner than in the
Hybrid mode.
Electric/Standard Mode
This mode uses only the upper and lower heating resistance
elements to heat the water, stopping the cool air discharge
during heat pump operation. The time it takes to heat the
water isless in this mode, but it isthe LEASTenergy-efficient
mode.
NOTE: In this mode the green LEDlight will flash after 48
hours as an indication that the unit is not operating in the
most energy efficient mode. The unit will continue to operate
in this mode and does not indicate an operating issue.
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Fre uenti Asked uestions. GEAlioncescom
Filter: Anode Rod:
Q:Whyistherea filter7
A:tnHybridand HeatPumptheunitmovesairthroughthesystem.The
filterprotectstheunitfromdirt.A cleanairfilterimprovesefficiency.
Q:Howto cleanthefilter7
A:Leavepoweron andremovefilterfromtopof unit.Filtercanbe
vacuumedcleanor rinsedwith warmwater.A dirtyfilterwillreduce
waterheaterefficienc!!
Modes:
O:WhatisHeatPump?
A:HeatPumpisthemost-efficientmode.tt takesheatfrom
theairtoheatwater,therebycoolingthesurroundingair.Slower
recoverybutmost-efficientmode.
O:WhatisHybrid?
A:TheHybridmodecombinesbenefitsofHeatPumpwiththespeedand
powerofStandardElectric.Thisprovidesgreatperformancewithless
energy.
O:WhatisHighDemand/Boost?
A:HighDemand/Boostcanbeusedwhenhotwater usageishigher
thannormal.Theunitwillbelessefficientbutwillheatwaterfasterin
responseto longwaterdraws.Forall normaldraws,theunitwillstill
usetheefficientHeatPumpthe majorityofthetime.
O:WhatisVacationmode?
A:tfyou aregoneforanextendedperiod,this modelowersthewater
temperatureto reduceenergyused.Unitwillswitchtotheprevious
modeonedaybeforeyougetback.
O:WhatisElectric/Standard?
A:Electric/Standardmodeusesonlytheresistanceheatersto heatthe
water.ThisgivesfasterhotwaterrecoverythanHybridmode,butuses
moreenergy.Thismodeoperateswithoutthefan,stoppingthecoolair
normallydischargedduringheatpumpoperation.
O:WhydoestheElectric/StandardgreenLEDflash?
A:tnthismodethegreenLEDlightwillflashafter/48hoursasan
indicationthatthe unitisnotoperatinginthe mostenergyefficient
mode.
Operation:
Q:Whycantheartheunitrun?
A:tnthemostenergy-efficientmodes,HeatPump,Hybrid,andHigh
Demand/Boost,themethodusedto heatthewaterusesafanthat
canbe heardwhilerunning.
O:Theheatpumpisnotrunningitsnormallengthoftime. Whatcauses
this?
A:Undersomeconditions,theGeoSpringTM HybridWaterHeaterwill
operateusingtheelectricelementsinsteadofthe heatpumpto
protectyourunitandensurehotwaterisavailabletoyou. These
conditionsincludeextremecoldambienttemperature(<IS°F),extreme
hotambienttemperatures(>!20°F),or verylowvoltageconditions.
Theunitwillreturnto normaloperationwhenconditionspermit.
O:Whatdoesananoderoddo?
A:Theanoderodprovidesprotectionagainstcorrosionofthewater
heatertank.Theanoderod mustbereplacedbeforeitisconsumed
andnolongerofferingprotectionagainstcorrosion.
O:Howtochangetheanoderod?
A:Referto page1/4.Modelsequippedwith an anodedepletionsensing
featurerequirea uniqueanodethatcanbeorderedthroughGE
Service.
O:Whatcantdoabouta sulphursmellcomingonlyfrom myhotwater?
A:Someareashovewaterconditionsthat maycauseanodorto develop
inthewater heater.Aluminum-Zincalloyreplacementrodsare
availabletoaddressthecondition.Seepage:]_]fordetails.
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A liance Connectivit Module (whereinstalled).
The GeoSpring water heater is BrillionTM compatible using
the GEAppliance Connectivity Module (ACM)which can
be purchased separately. Using GE's system of Brillion
connected appliances provides remote connectivity and
control via your smortphone. The GEGeoSpring app,
available for your smartphone on iTunes and Google Play,
allows you the convenience of remotely controlling your water
heater settings and temperature, setting vacation mode, and
receiving alerts and notifications.
To activate the ACM,follow the instructions on your
smartphone's GEGeoSpring app.
installation
The ACM module is equipped with magnets in the base of
the module that will enable it to be attached to the painted
metal exterior of the heat pump water heater. Details on
how to connect the cables to the module are included in the
instructions that come with the module.
Once the cable from the ACM is plugged into the water
heater's connection, follow the activation instructions on
your smartphone's GEGeoSpring Brillion app to connect the
module to your home's wireless internet router and access
your water heater through the app.
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Themost energy-efficient mode.
Notice: Appliance ACM connection carries voltage not
compatible to computers or accessories. Do NOTplug
laptops, modems, routers, etc into the Appliance RJ45
ACM connector. Use only with designated GEAppliance
Accessories. Connection to computers and accessories may
result in product damage.
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