| PROBLEM |
POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) |
CORRECTIVE ACTION |
| NO HOT WATER |
- Upper thermostat
- Elements
- No power to heater
- High Temperature Limit Switch open
|
- Replace
thermostat
- Replace
element
- Turn on electrical switch. Check for blown fuses or tripped
breaker.
- Reset. Check for source of trouble and correct
|
|
INSUFFICIENT HOT WATER
|
- Thermostats
- Elements
- Thermostats set too low
- Sediment or lime in tank
- Heater too small for job
|
- Replace thermostats
- Replace elements
- Set thermostats to desired temperature
- Drain-Determine if water treatment is needed
- See Sizing Guides
|
|
SLOW HOT WATER RECOVERY
|
Elements
|
Replace elements
|
|
DRIP FROM RELIEF VALVE
|
Excessive water pressure
|
Use Pressure Reducing Valve and Pressure Relief Valve
|
|
THERMOSTAT FAILS TO SHUT OFF
|
Thermostats
|
Replace thermostats
|
|
WATER ODOR
|
Sulfides in the water
|
Replace aluminum anode with KA90 anode
|