20 Most Recent Rheem Water Heater Drain Valve - Page 5 Questions & Answers

it shouldnt

no it is not, the new ones even though more expensive are high efficiency resulting in lower operating cost.

you can but do not do it. call for service and have them clean intake and burner.

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it is 208 volts 3 phase

Possibly this free manual, but I cannot find either model number in searching the internet. https://www.waterheaterhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rheem-electric-mobile-home-manual.pdf https://www.waterheaterhub.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/rheem-electric-mobile-home-manual.pdf

Cannot find this fault code try and contact rheem customer service see if the know what it is .

flush tank see manual or online check fo sediment buildup ib piping

The valves are the same specs. Is it possible that a new valve leaks, yew. However if both valve leak then there are other problems. Does the valve only leak when hot water is called for? Then check temperature setting on heater. Does it lek all the time? The water pressure is to high ,

• Maximum Temperature Setting (Deg. F): 210
• Maximum Pressure Setting (psi): 150

Why the relief valve at the water heater is leaking and what to do about it Does tankless water heater require pressure relief valve

replace it about $20.00 for part amazon eBay http://smartmoneymd.com/replacing-the-flammable-vapor-sensor-in-your-hot-water-heater

This is not something you should try to repair. Unfortunately you should all a service/repair company preferably the one one that install it .

if not the inlet or outlet connections-the heating elements or relief valve then most likely have a damaged tank and most likely need a replacement

I cannot find information on SRM water heater in my files or on the internet

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hot water pressure is equal to cold water inlet pressure check for tap restriction, hot water section free of air , ( release the pressure valve ;lever to fill and bleed out air) if you have a hot/cold mixer at the hot water system, they can fail and block of the hot water flow (That unit has to be fitted by law on heater installation) have it tested first as they cost in excess of $15.00 aud to replace

That's the next step. Make sure the flame sensor on the pilot assembly is in the blue part of the pilot flame. If it isn't the gas valve will not open the main burner.