State SSED 5 thru SSED 120 - Manual (Page 32)

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TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST
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eliminate the need of a service call and quickly restore hot water service.
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heater is in the ON position. The pilot toggle switch on the
cabinet should be ON.
In some areas water heater electrical service may be limited
by the power company. If the heater operates on a controlled
circuit, heater recovery may be affected.
The optional manual override switches on the cabinet front may
be turned off, de-energizing the elements.
2. Check the fuses.
The electrical disconnect switch usually contains fuses.
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3. If the water was excessively hot, and is now cold, the ECO high
limit switch may have activated.
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more information on how to reset the ECO high limit controls.
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the Recovery Data tables in this manual.
Large demands require a recovery period to restore water temperature.
5. Cold incoming water temperature will lengthen the time required
to heat water to the desired temperature.
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was warm, colder water creates the effect of less hot water.
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sizzling and hissing noises when the heater is operating.
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the heater starts and stops.
LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS
1. Check to see if the drain valve is tightly closed.
2. The apparent leakage may be condensation which forms on
cool surfaces of the heater and piping.
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Excessive water pressure.
Excessive water temperature.
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Excessive water pressure is the most common cause of relief valve
leakage. Water supply systems may, because of code requirements
or such conditions as high line pressure, among others, have installed
devices such as pressure reducing valves, check valves, and back
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water grows there will be a corresponding increase in water pressure
due to thermal expansion. Thermal expansion can cause intermittent
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the valve due to excessive pressure build up. This condition is not
covered under the limited warranty. The temperature-pressure relief
valve is not intended for the constant relief of thermal expansion.
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closed systems to control the harmful effects of thermal expansion.
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tank installed.
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position.
2. Close the cold water inlet valve to the heater.
3. Call the toll free number on the back cover of this manual for
further assistance.