GE40L08BAM
GE® 36 Gallon Top Port Lowboy Electric Water Heater
DIMENSIONS AND INSTALLATION INFORMATION (IN INCHES)
LOC A L IN STALLATION REGUL ATIONS:
This water heater must be installed in accordance with
these instructions, local codes, utility codes, utility company
requirements or, in the absence of local codes, the latest
edition of the National Electrical Code. It is available from
some local libraries or can be purchased from the National
Fire Preventions Association, Batterymarch park, Quincy,
MA 02169 as booklet ANSI/NFPA 70.
INSTALLATION I N FORMATI O N : For complete
information, see installation instruction packed with your
water heater.
POWER REQUIREMENTS: Check the markings on the
rating plate of the water heater to be certain the power
supply corresponds to the water heater requirements.
LOC ATION : Locate the water heater in a clean dry area
as near as practical to the area of the greatest heated water
demand. Long uninsulated hot water lines can waste energy
and water.
REQUIRED CLEARANCES: There must be sufficient
clearance between any object and the top, rear and sides
of the water heater in the event service is needed. The
controls and drain at front of unit must have clear access
for operation and service. Installations that require
minimal clearance on the sides or rear of the water heater
for earthquake straps are also acceptable. In these cases,
additional clearance should be provided on the opposite
side of the unit to allow for service access
TYPICAL TOP CONNECT INSTALLATION
Conduit to Electrical
Junction Box (use only
copper conductors)
Hot water
outlet to
fixtures
Unions
Drain
valve
(Model appearance may vary)
Thermal
expansion
tank (Install per
manufacturers
instructions),
if required
Shut-off
To cold
valve
water
supply
Temperature &
Pressure Relief Valve
Relief Valve
discharge within
6" of floor and no
closer than 2 times
the pipe diameter
per local code
Above illustration intended
for dimensional reference only.
Refer to photograph for actual
product appearance
For answers to your GE Profile™ Series or GE Appliances product questions, visit our
website at geappliances.com or call GE Answer Center® Service, 800.626.2000.
Certified to
NSF/ANSI 372
See http://info.nsf.org/Certified/Lead_Content/
for spec ific model l isting
Specification Created 5/20
Listed by
Underwriters
Laboratories
GE40L08BAM
GE® 36 Gallon Top Port Lowboy Electric Water Heater
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Top Port Lowboy – Make the most of tight spaces with a water heater that fits
where height is a concern
Household Size – Provide hot water for the whole family of 2 to 4
persons
Quick Recovery – Two 5500W heating elements quickly increase water
temperature for hot water when you need it
High First Hour Delivery – Live comfortably with this best in class unit that
delivers 61 gallons of hot water in the first hour (Measured through DOE First
Hour Rating)
Inlet Tube – Replenishes water from the bottom of the tank to maximize hot
water delivery
Easy Set Up – Replace your old water heater quickly and easily using standard
water and electrical connections
Anode Rod – Durable design offers long-lasting protection against
corrosion
Drain Valve – Rust-proof construction can be counted on to provide
long-lasting service
Adjustable Thermostat – Change temperature to your desired setting
Warranty – 8-year limited Parts Warranty
Model GE40L08BAM – Diamond Gray
Specification Created 5/20