Brand guide
All GE / GeoSpring water heater guides
Choose the symptom or code that matches your unit. Confirm the exact model and control generation against the rating plate before following model-specific instructions.
Pilot and ignition problems
GE Water Heater Pilot Light Won't Light
A GE pilot that never lights usually has a closed gas cock, empty LP, a dead piezo, a clogged orifice, or electronic ignition with no pilot.
Pilot and ignition problemsGE Water Heater Pilot Will Not Stay Lit
A GE standing pilot that goes out when you release the knob usually has a thermocouple that isn't proving flame. Other causes and safe checks.
Error codes and flashing lightsGeoSpring FF Code: EXV Out of Range
GE GeoSpring F-F (FF) means the electronic expansion valve is out of range, often a sealed-system problem. What you can check before calling a pro.