Richmond 6RHE50 - 40,000 BTU Natural Gas Water Heater

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34
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Rumbling noise Scale and sediment Drain the water heater to remove scale and sediment from
the tank. Refer to the top of page 31.
Relief valve Pressure build up This is an unacceptable condition and must be
producing popping caused by thermal corrected. Contact the water supplier or plumbing
noise or draining expansion to a contractor on how to correct this. Do not plug the
closed system. relief valve outlet.
Not enough or Water usage may have Wait for the water heater to recover after an
no hot water exceeded the capacity abnormal demand.
of the water heater.
Low gas pressure. Check gas supply pressure and manifold pressure.
The gas control (thermostat) See the “Water Temperature Setting” of The Water
may be set too low. Heater section of this manual.
Leaking or open hot Make sure all faucets are closed.
water faucets.
Check valve error codes. Refer to gas valve error code table on page 35.
“ON/OFF” switch turned off. Turn switch to “ON” position.
Blower unplugged. Plug in. Verify power supply (120VAC).
Combustion Shut-off Devices Contact a qualified service technician.
tripped.
Water is too hot The gas control (thermostat) See the “Water Temperature Setting” of The Water
is set too high. Heater section of this manual.
Gas Control (Thermostat) Contact a qualified service technician to replace the
Defective. gas control (thermostat).
Before You Call For Service
Troubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following pages first and you may not need to call for
service.
This water heater incorporates a combustion shut off devices that shuts the operation of the
water heater down if undesirable combustion conditions occur, such as the presence of flammable
vapors or blockage of the vent and/or combustion air-inlet systems. Contact a Qualified Service
Technician if this occurs.
CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of gas piping, gas control (thermostat), burners, vent
and/or combustion air-inlet systems or other safety devices. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel.
CAUTION: Make certain power to water heater is "OFF" by unplugging blower power cord from power
outlet before removing protective cover FOR ANY REASON.
CAUTION: Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing controls. Wiring errors can cause improper
and dangerous operation. VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING.
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