You posted under Rheem gas water heater.
GP can be gallons-per-minute
I believe you have tank-type gas water heater from description of gas valve:
Information is on label on side of tank showing Brand, type, BTUs, model number, and serial number.
Gas valve information is located on side of gas valve:
http://waterheatertimer.org/images/04128.jpgSince water heaters vary widely, the best place to start troubleshooting is manual for your specific model.
Open following link to identify product. Click on water heater that looks like yours, and next page has pdf files where you can download install-operation manual.
http://www.rheem.com/Products/tank_water_heaters/gas_water_heatersSearch pdf for the word 'ON' or 'gas control'
In any case the manual should be digested fully to gain understanding of your specific water heater.
Once you identify product, re-post question on fixya or
the tank, with link to manual, to see if more information can be gleaned from experts and professionals
Also post a photo of your gas valve for possible identification by expert:
http://www.fixya.com/support/r6568559-post_photograph_fixya_questions_answersFind age of water heater using serial number
http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/WaterHeaterSerialNumberDecoder.pdfIf you have Rheem tankless: open following link:
http://waterheatertimer.org/Troubleshoot-Rheem-Tankless-water-heater.htmlAdd a comment for more free help.
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