How long is the warranty on a GE water heater?
This residential water heater is provided with twelve (12) years of warranty coverage: one (1) year of Full Warranty coverage followed by eleven (11) years of Limited Warranty coverage as set forth below.
How do you light a water heater with a broken igniter?
You can only light a gas water heater manually if it does not have an electronic ignition system. To do this, turn the water temperature dial to Low and the On/Off/Pilot knob to Pilot. Push the On/Off/Pilot knob down with one hand and use your other to hold a barbecue lighter.
How long does a water heater last?
It would be nice to know when the time is right to replace your water before it springs a leak and causes an inconvenience or worse yet, damage to your home. Typically a residential hot water heater lasts between 6 and 13 years. Beyond 12 years, you are on borrowed time!
Why is my igniter not working on my hot water heater?
If the igniter fails, the burner will not light. To determine if the igniter is defective, first make sure the igniter is getting voltage. If the igniter is getting voltage, but it doesn’t glow, this indicates that the igniter is defective and should be replaced.
Can I manually light my water heater?
If your hot water heater is a manual, grab a long lighter. After removing the metal plate covering the pilot button, scan the interior and find the pipe or pipes that lead up to the burner. Turn the pilot dial to the off position and wait 5-10 minutes for any gas to dissipate.
Where can I find parts for a GE water heater?
When your water heater quits heating, find the GE water heater parts you need to fix the problem at Sears PartsDirect. Anode rod. The anode rod extends into the tank from the top panel of the water heater.
How do you turn off a GE water heater?
Reinstall the heating element cover and screw. Close the drain valve and remove the garden hose. Flip the relief valve to the closed position. Turn the cold water supply on to the water heater and allow the tank to fill with water. Once you see water coming out of the hot water faucet, turn the hot water faucet off.
What is the expansion tank on a GE water heater?
Expansion tank. The expansion tank is a small water tank installed in the water supply line to the water heater. The expansion tank contains an air bladder that partially fills the tank. The air bladder cushions water hammer and absorbs excessive water pressure caused by thermal expansion.
Where are the heating elements in a water heater?
Heating element. The heating element, which is the heat source inside an electric water heater, extends directly into the tank, where it heats the water around it. Most electric water heaters have two heating elements, one at the bottom of the tank and one at the top.