| PROBLEM |
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) |
CORRECTIVE ACTION |
| NO HOT WATER |
- Upper thermostat
- Elements
- No power to heater
- High Temperature Limit Switch open
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INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER
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- Thermostats
- Elements
- Thermostats set too low
- Sediment or lime in tank
- Heater too small for job
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SLOW HOT WATER RECOVERY
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Elements
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Replace elements
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DRIP FROM RELIEF VALVE
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Excessive water pressure
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Use Pressure Reducing Valve and Pressure Relief Valve
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THERMOSTAT FAILS TO SHUT OFF
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Thermostats
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Replace thermostats
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WATER ODOR
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Sulfides in the water
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Replace aluminum anode with KA90 anode
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