Rheem Solar Loline Conversion Kit Electric Wter Heater User Manual

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SAVE A SERVICE CALL 
 
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TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE RUNNING 
Normal Operation 
 
 
It is normal and desirable this valve 
allows a small quantity of water to 
escape during the heating cycle. 
However, if it discharges more than a 
bucket full of water in 24 hours, there 
may be another problem. 
 
Continuous dribble 
Try gently raising the easing lever on 
the relief valve for a few seconds. (refer 
to “Temperature and Pressure Relief 
Valve” on page 9). This may dislodge a 
small particle of foreign matter and clear 
the fault. Release the lever gently. 
 
Steady flows for long period (often at 
night) 
This may indicate the mains water 
pressure sometimes rises above the 
designed pressure of the water heater. 
Ask your installing plumber to fit a 
pressure limiting valve. 
 
NEVER replace the relief valve with one 
of a higher pressure rating. 
 
Heavy flows of hot water until the water heater is cold - then stops until 
water reheats 
The water heater must be switched off at the isolating switch or switchboard. 
Phone your nearest Rheem Service Department or Accredited Service Agent 
to arrange for an inspection. 
 
EXPANSION CONTROL VALVE RUNNING 
If an expansion control valve is fitted in the cold water line to the water heater (refer 
to page 21) it may discharge a small quantity of water instead of the Temperature 
and Pressure Relief valve on the water heater. The benefit is that energy is 
conserved as the discharged water is cooler.