Before You Call For Service…

Troubleshooting Tips

Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for service.

Problem	Possible Cause	What To Do

Not enough or no hot water.	Water Shutoff valve is not fully opened.	● Check shutoff valve and open fully.

	Hot water faucet is not fully opened.	● Open hot water faucet completely.
		(The main burner goes off when
		incoming water volume is
		inadequate.)

	Water piping is frozen.	● Allow piping to thaw.

	No electricity or water supply is cut off.	● Check that proper power is being
		supplied and/or water supply is
		adequate.

	Unit is not “ON”.	● Turn the unit “ON” by the button on
		the remote control.

	The temperature may be set too low.	● Increase the temperature setting.

	Mixing Valve Malfunctions	● Check and replace if necessary.
	(if applicable)

	Error code displayed on remote control.	● See instructions for Error Code and if
		required, contact a dealer for service.

	Not enough water demand.	● Increase water flow.

	Water inlet filter clogged.	● Clean water inlet filter.

	Fixture aerator is clogged.	● Clean aerator.

	Scale buildup in heat exchanger.	● Check for error code. If required,
		contact a dealer for service.

	Hot and cold water lines reversed.	● Reverse water connections.

Water not hot enough.	The temperature may be set too low.	● Increase the temperature setting.

	The gas valve is not fully opened.	● Check and open the gas valve fully.

	Gas supply pressure is low.	● Call your gas company to verify the
		gas meter and gas piping size.

	Bleed over in one of the hot water	● Call dealer for service.
	fixtures.

Water too hot.	Temperature is set too high.	● Decrease the temperature setting.

	Water shutoff valve is not fully opened.	● Check shutoff valve and open fully.

	Small amount of water has been heated.	● Allow more water to flow.

Fan continues to rotate after hot water	This function is to supply hot water	● Normal operation. There is no need
faucet is closed.	when the hot water faucet is reopened.	to call for service.

CAUTION: Make certain power to water heater is “OFF” before removing protective cover FOR ANY REASON.

CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper and dangerous operation. VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING.

CAUTION: For your safety, DO NOT attempt repair of electrical wiring, gas piping, remote control, burners, vent connectors or other safety devices. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.

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