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Old 11-03-2009, 04:58 PM   #1
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Water heater expansion tank
Is it necessary for a new GE 50 gal 12 yr tank?

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Old 11-03-2009, 05:05 PM   #2
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What does your local code specify?
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Old 11-03-2009, 08:41 PM   #3
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Is it necessary for a new GE 50 gal 12 yr tank?
What are you asking? Please rephrase it so it is understandable.
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Never mind my question see KTS's response.
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What are you asking? Please rephrase it so it is understandable.
What part didn't you understand?
He is asking if an expansion tank is required for an brand new 50 gallon Ge water heater with a 12 year warranty.

The answer depends on the local code.
If on a water system there is no backflow preventer it is not required unless by code or to satisify the warranty.
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What part didn't you understand?
He is asking if an expansion tank is required for an brand new 50 gallon Ge water heater with a 12 year warranty.

The answer depends on the local code.
If on a water system there is no backflow preventer it is not required unless by code or to satisify the warranty.
Thanks I figured it out.
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Is it necessary for a new GE 50 gal 12 yr tank?

What is the residual and static pressure at?
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Old 11-05-2009, 12:12 AM   #8
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I'll have to check the local code.

According to the plumber, there is a backflow preventer.
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