TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE
This section includes the most common symptoms that may be found in a model GSWH-1 that
is not operating normally. Please refer to the following drawing to locate the components in the
unit:
Limit Switch
Exhaust Collector
Heat Exchanger
Relay
Wire
Connections
Hot Water
Flow
Switch
Cold Water
Gas Burner
Auto-Lo Thermostat
EXPLODED VIEW OF MODEL GSWH-1 AND MAJOR COMPONENTS IDENTIFICATION
Figure 7
Before starting the troubleshooting steps suggested below verify that:
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There is power connected to the water heater
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The power switch is in the ON position
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The wiring is not damaged in any way
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All connectors are plugged in (no dangling connectors)
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Water flowing through the unit when you open a hot water faucet
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The Sail Switch is moving freely (forward and backward)
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The gas is connected and the gas tank is not empty
Blower Motor Assembly Support
Sail Switch
Gas Control Valve
Anti-Freeze Thermostat
Burner Manifold
Circuit Board (Fenwal)
Diagnostic LED
Power Switch
Control Panel Housing
NOTICE:
Housing
Exhaust Tube
Door Flange
Door
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