GE GE40L08BSM Specifications

GE40L08BSM

GE® 36 Gallon Side 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 SIDE CONNECT INSTALLATION

Thermal
expansion

Unions

tank (Install per
manufacturers
instructions),
if required

(Model appearance may vary)

To cold
water
supply

Shut-off
valve

Hot water
outlet to
fixtures

Conduit to Electrical
Junction Box (use only
copper conductors)

Temperature &
Pressure Relief Valve

Drain 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

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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

GE40L08BSM

GE® 36 Gallon Side Port Lowboy Electric Water Heater

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

Side 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 63 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 GE40L08BSM – Diamond Gray

Specification Created 5/20