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Before You Call For Service... Troubleshooting Tips Save time and money! Review the chart on this page first and you may not need to call for service. Problem Possible Causes What To Do Not enough or no hot water A fuse is blown or a circuit breaker tripped. ● Replace fuse or reset circuit breaker. Electric supply may be off. ● Make sure electric supply to water heater and disconnect switch, if used, are in the ON position. The thermostat may ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater be set set too low. section of this manual. Leaking or open hot water faucets. ● Make sure all faucets are closed. Electric service to your home may be interrupted. ● Contact the local electric utility. Improper wiring. ● See the Installing the water heater section of this manual. Manual reset limit (ECO). ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. Cold water inlet ● This is normal. The colder inlet water takes longer temperature may be to heat. colder during the winter months. Water is too hot The thermostat ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater is set too high. section of this manual. ! CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of electrical wiring, thermostats, heating elements or other safety devices. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. 14