Leaking Water Heater - Chart 4 - Rheem 55027500 Service Instructions Manual

Leaking Water Heater - Chart 4

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Is
the water leak
intermittent?
NO
Is
the T&PR
valve continuously
discharging
water?
NO
551275 ONLY
Is the
leak from the
electrical access
cover?
NO
Are
the anode/s
leaking?
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YES
Is the
YES correct T&PR valve
fitted?
YES
Is the
water supply
pressure above
800kPa?
Is the
leak from
YES
the element barrel
fitting?
NO
Check for loose element bolts
Remove element and replace gasket
YES
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Leak is probably condensate
draining from the evaporator
Replace T&PR valve with one of
the correct pressure rating
NO
Do NOT use reconditioned
Existing pressure limiting valve
YES Fit pressure limiting valve if not
Replace T&PR valve if required
Check for crossed water
NO
Check for hot spots on the jacket
NO
Remove anode and repair leak
using Teflon thread tape
condensate tray
Normal Operation
T&PR valves
faulty
already fitted
connection
Replace T&PR valve
YES
Inner Cylinder leaking
Replace water heater