The contactor block is the terminal block to which the element leads are connected and where actual contact is made between the leads and the line voltage. Built into the contactor block is a coil (electronic switch) that closes when a ground for the 24VAC from the transformer is supplied by the controller calling for heat. When it closes, contact is made between the incoming line voltage and the element leads.

The element is a resistive heating device. That is, when voltage is applied to the element, the element gets very hot due to its resistance to current flow through it. The heat generated is transferred directly to the water in which the element is immersed.

The controller is the interface between the operator and the other components of the equipment. In the water heating system, its function is to control the application of line voltage to the heating element via the contactor coil.

Troubleshooting the water heating system consists of checking the above components for proper operation, as detailed in the troubleshooting diagrams on the next page.

6.4.3 Technician Troubleshooting Guides

Solenoid valve does not open when water is below upper water level sensor.

TROUBLESHOOTING

THE AUTOFILL

SYSTEM

What is the

problem?

Solenoid valve does not close when water reaches upper water level sensor.

Is 24VAC present at pin 6 of the 15-pin plug?

Yes

Check for shorting

of sensor to ground. If sensor is not shorted, computer has failed.

Replace.

Computer has

No

failed. Replace.

 

Yes

Is AutoFill functioning properly?

 

 

Valve has failed.

No

 

 

Replace.

 

 

Problem resolved. Yes

Probable cause is loose/broken wiring or damaged sensor.

 

Substitute a

 

 

 

 

controller known to

 

 

 

 

 

 

No

 

be working for

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

suspect controller.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yes

Is AutoFill functioning properly?

No

Add 1/8 cup

baking soda to water and stir.

Is AutoFill functioning properly?

Is 24VAC present at pin 6 of the 15-pin plug?

No

Clean sensor with

a scouring pad.

Yes Problem resolved.

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