GE GEH50DEEDSC (01) PDF Document

Service replacement controls for your GE GEH50DEEDSC must have a new overlay included with the control. Overlays have a one-time adhesive, and damage will occur if attempts are made to remove and re-use an old one.

Below is a table of model numbers and their corresponding control numbers:

* Denotes Engineering Digit

Note: Control Trim has changed design on some models (GEH50DEEDSR*, GEH50DEEDSC* and BEH50DCEHSB*/RE2H50R10-1NCWW). A new control, overlay, and trim must be used.

Some models, including the GEH50DEEDSC*, have a visible screw at the bottom of the control which allows for the removal of the control housing. Other models have a bezel which must be removed to access the screw securing the control housing to the water heater.

To remove the bezel (if applicable):

• To remove the bezel pull the right side to the right and outwards to release the mounting tabs.

• The bottom mounting screw can now be removed to access the rear cover and wiring connections.

To install the overlay, follow these steps:

• Place the control console on a firm, flat surface.

• Peel the protective paper backing from the back of the overlay. Use care not to touch the LED window to prevent fingerprints and sticking to the adhesive.

• Place the overlay against the right side lip of the control housing.

• Use the RJ45 and top/bottom lips to finish proper orientation of the overlay.

• Firmly press the overlay working from center out to the edges.

Install the new control bezel. The control trim is held in place with 10 tabs (3 each side, 2 on top and bottom). The trim does have a top and bottom. When reinstalling the trim, if reversed, the tabs will not align. It is helpful to squeeze the sides of the trim slightly to guide the side tabs in place.

Follow these steps to install the new control:

1. Install the control board assembly.

2. Connect all wiring.

3. Re-mount the control assembly to the water heater.

4. Re-install the mounting screw at the bottom of the control.

5. Remove the protective film from the outside of the overlay.

6. Turn the power ON.

To set the Personality ID, follow these steps:

1. After turning the power on, the new control will blink “ooo” at the top of the display and beep 3 times.

2. Use the arrow keys on the user interface to scroll to the selected personality ID. (Refer to the Personality ID table for the correct ID).

3. Press and HOLD the ENTER button until a tone is heard.

Note: If a valid personality ID is not received, the water heater will not function and the display will show a circle in the upper half of each of the three digits.

Use the table below to select the proper personality ID. The personality must be set correctly for the new service control to operate properly.

Note: If the Model has a ducting kit installed use the smaller number in the chart below for initial setting. The ducted personality number will not display and cannot be programmed in this step. The Ducting Accessory adjustment is completed in Step 7.

* Denotes Engineering Digit

If an incorrect personality is set, follow these steps:

1. Enter Service Mode.

2. Press the MODE button 3 times (until the previously selected personality displays on the screen).

3. Repeat steps 3 through 6 of the installation instructions (Set Personality ID, Finish Setting, and Set Anode Clock if applicable).

4. Exit Service Mode.

Note: Service mode entry instructions may be found in the mini-manual, inside the front shroud to the right of the control module.

This procedure is for models GEH50DEEJSC* and GEH80DEEJSC* with Anode detection. These models must have the clock set with the install date, anode replacement date, or last inspection date (whichever is most recent). The current date must also be entered for proper operation of the anode depletion circuit.

Set the Install Date (or anode replacement/inspection date):

• With 00 displayed, use ∧ or v pad to select the correct install month (1–12), then Press Enter.

• With 00 displayed, use ∧ or v pad to select the correct install day of the month (1–31), then Press Enter.

• With 00 displayed, use ∧ or v pad to select the correct install year (14–20), then Press Enter.

Set the current date:

• With 00 displayed, use ∧ or v pad to select the current month (1–12), then Press Enter.

• With 00 displayed, use ∧ or v pad to select the current day of the month (1–31), then Press Enter.

• With 00 displayed, use ∧ or v pad to select the current year (14–20), then Press Enter.

The control will “reboot or reset” and restart. 120 initial set point will be displayed.

Only activate the CCE setting if it was active before the control was serviced. The CCE setting does not need to be active on units with a ducting kit unless it qualifies for Northern Climate Tier 3 rebates or if the consumer wishes the setting to be active.

• Press the “DOWN Arrow (v)” and “FILTER” button for 5 seconds.

• The screen will display “dUC or CCE”.

• Personality will be adjusted to the larger ducted number as shown in the Personality ID table.

• To exit out of duct setting press “DOWN Arrow (v)” and “FILTER” button for 5 seconds, the screen will display “Std”.

Verify that the user interface is displaying an initial set-point of 120°F and turns on.

If the serviced water heater has a ConnectPlus Wi-fi module, the customer will need to follow the directions to connect the GeoSpring to the smartphone app.

For models GEH50DFEJSRA, GEH50DEEJSCA, GEH80DFEJSRA and GEH80DEEJSCA, follow the activation instructions on the consumer’s smartphone GeoSpring app.

For models listed in the left column in the below table, enter the model number in the right column into the smartphone GeoSpring app.

The wire color key for the control board connections is as follows:

1 Purple (anode) (not all models)

2 Brown (fan) (not all models)

3 Red (L2 Route through CT201)

4 Pink (L2)

5 Purple (L1)

6 Orange (upper element)

7 Yellow Jumper

8 Brown (lower element)

9 Pink (compressor capacitor) (not all models)

10 Blue (compressor)

11 Green (ground) (not all models)

12 Grey (fan)

13 Yellow (T5 sensor)

14 White (T2 sensor), Red (T3a sensor), White (T3b sensor)

15 Blue (T4 sensor)

16 White, Orange, Yellow, Blue and Red (EEV)

17 Orange (Condensate Sensor)

Notice: Some models have a blue jumper wire, it is no longer used.

The new control has enhanced fault codes. Refer to the table below for fault code conditions and checks.

* on some models