Download Rheem Single Element Specifications

Contents
Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 3
Safety Warning .................................................................................................................... 3
Heater Model Identification .................................................................................................. 4
Specifications....................................................................................................................... 5
Preventative Maintenance ................................................................................................... 5
Operation ............................................................................................................................. 6
Single Element Models..................................................................................................... 6
Twin Element Non-Simultaneous Models......................................................................... 6
Components and their Function ........................................................................................... 7
Wiring Diagrams .................................................................................................................. 8
Product Changes ................................................................................................................. 9
Common Faults ................................................................................................................. 11
Fault Finding Chart Index................................................................................................... 12
General Fault Finding Chart ............................................................................................... 13
No Hot Water – Power Supply ........................................................................................... 14
Single Element................................................................................................................... 15
Twin Element – Upper Element ......................................................................................... 16
Twin Element – Lower Element ......................................................................................... 17
Insufficient Hot Water......................................................................................................... 18
Leaking Water Heater ........................................................................................................ 20
Water Too Hot ................................................................................................................... 21
Noisy Water Heater ........................................................................................................... 22
Electrical Insulation Testing ............................................................................................... 23
Component Tests .............................................................................................................. 24
Component Replacement .................................................................................................. 27
Exploded View Single Element Models.............................................................................. 31
Exploded View Twin Element Models ................................................................................ 32
Replacement Parts List - 50L & 80L ............................................................................... 33
Replacement Parts List - 125L & 160L ........................................................................... 34
Replacement Parts List - 250L, 315L & 400L ................................................................. 35
Vulcan Water Heater Warranty .......................................................................................... 36
Document Revision History................................................................................................ 37
TM013 Vulcan Electric Service Instructions REV: D
D.O.I.: 05/09
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