Rheem RS47-21BP Use & Care Manual page 35

Passive solar water heating systems
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Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the chart on this page
first and you may not need to call for service.
Problem
No Hot Water
Low Hot Water
Pressure
Water too Hot
Gas coming from Hot
Water tap
!
CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating
elements or other safety devices. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel
Possible Causes
Hot water tempering valve
fouled
Pressure imbalance (over 5 psi) Locate and repair cause of imbalance.
between hot and cold water lines
Fouled pressure regulator valve Repair/replace as necessary
Cold water line blocked
Fouled pressure limiting Valve
Strainer
Tempering valve malfunction
System oversized for customer
requirements
Result of system operating
but water not being used
Corroded Anode
What To Do
Repair/replace as necessary
Repair as necessary.
Repair/replace as necessary
Repair/replace as necessary.
Cover a solar collector/contact installer.
Run tap to allow gas to escape.
Replace
.
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