GE GEH50DEED Manuel utilisateur

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Water Heaters
Important Safety Information ...2-4
Operating Instructions
Control Panel ..........................................5
Powering Unit .........................................6
Temperature Setting ............................7
Operational Modes ...............................8
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) ..9
Appliance Communication
Module (ACM) ....................................... 10
Care and Cleaning ....................11, 12
Installation Instructions .........14–19
Troubleshooting Tips ............... 20-21
Consumer Support ........................... 72
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NOTE: Households with small children, disabled or elderly
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Safety Controls
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About the control panel.
Control Features
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Care and cleaning.
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