Condensing Models
On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook
MODELS: 160X3P 180X3P 199X3P (Indoor/Outdoor) (Indoor/Outdoor) (Indoor/Outdoor) Series 100 Series 100 Series 100
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DIR 2000585401 Rev. B March 2020 TABLE OF CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS ...... 4 INTRODUCTION ...... 5 General Installation Guidelines ...... 5 NORMAL OPERATION ...... 6 Activation ...... 6 Operation ...... 6 Shutdown ...... 6 Preliminary Checklist ...... 6 Gas/Water/Electric: ...... 6 TROUBLESHOOTING ...... 7 Remote Controller: ...... 7 High Altitude: ...... 7 Vent Length : ...... 7 X3TM Technology: ...... 7 New Installations: ...... 7 Test to determine if the problem is related to plumbing or the water heater: ...... 7 Next Step: ...... 8 General Issues ...... 8 Water is too hot or not hot enough...... 8 Temperature fluctuates when a fixture is opened...... 8 Unit does not operate when water goes through it...... 8 Abnormal sounds come from the unit...... 9 ERROR CODES ...... 11 Code 031: Incorrect DIP Switch Settings ...... 16 Code 051 or 101: Combustion Air and/or Exhaust Gas Blockage ...... 16 Code 111 or 121: Ignition Failure / Flame Loss ...... 16 Code 201: Combustion Air and Gas Line Failure ...... 17 Code 211: Air Pressure Sensor Failure ...... 17 Code 311, 321, 331, 341 or 351: Thermistor Failure ...... 18 Code 391: Flame Rod Failure ...... 19 Code 441: Flow Sensor Failure ...... 19 Code 511: Abnormal Main Gas Valve (MV) ...... 19 Code 521: Air Damper Failure ...... 19 Code 551: Abnormal Solenoid Gas Valve (SV1, SV2, and/or SV3) ...... 19 Code 611: Abnormal Fan Motor ...... 20 Code 631: Pump Fault ...... 20 Code 651: Flow Adjustment Valve Fault ...... 20 Code 661: Bypass valve fault ...... 21 Code 701: Computer Board Fault ...... 21 Code 711: High Limit Switch / Overheat Cutoff Fuse Circuit is Compromised ...... 21 Code 721: False Flame Detection ...... 22 Code 741: Remote Control Problem ...... 22 Code 751: Temperature Controller Problem ...... 22 Code 761: Communication Error in Easy-Link System ...... 22 Code 991: Combustion Air and/or Exhaust Gas Blockage (also Code 051 and 101) ...... 22
2 • On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ...... 25 WIRING DIAGRAM ...... 28 SERVICE PROCEDURES ...... 29 Filter/Drain Plugs Cleaning ...... 29 Checking for a Crossed Connection ...... 30 Checking for a Reversed Connection ...... 30 Checking the Inlet Gas Pressure and Pressure Drop ...... 30 Adjusting the Manifold Gas Pressure and Firing Rate ...... 31 Checking the Manifold Gas Pressure ...... 31 Adjusting Manifold Pressure ...... 31 Checking the Overheat Cutoff Fuse (OHCF) ...... 32 Checking the Flow Sensor ...... 32 Cleaning the Flame Sensor and Igniter Rod ...... 33 Easy-Link Connections with Previous Models ...... 34 DIP Switch Setting Easy-Link on the Computer Board ...... 34 Easy-Link Unit Number Display and Renumbering Procedure (for 199X3P Models Only) ...... 35 Diagnostic Mode ...... 36 Individual Unit ...... 36 Multiple Units in a Linked System ...... 37 MAINTENANCE ...... 40 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE EXHAUST PORT CAP ...... 42 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE FAN ASSEMBLY ...... 42 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE COPPER GAS PIPE ...... 45 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE VENTURI ASSEMBLY ...... 46 REMOVING, REPLACING, AND VERIFYING THE GAS ORIFICE ASSEMBLY ...... 47 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE MAIN GAS VALVE MV ASSEMBLY ...... 49 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE PRIMARY HEAT EXCHANGER ...... 50 REMOVING AND REPLACING SECONDARY HEAT EXCHANGER ...... 55 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE IGNITER FLAME ROD ASSEMBLY ...... 59 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE THERMISTORS ...... 60 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE WATER PIPING SYSTEM COMPONENTS ...... 61 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE RECIRCULATION PUMP...... 64 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE DRAIN PORT AND DRAIN TUBE ...... 65 REMOVING AND REPLACING THE THERMISTOR INLET PLUG ...... 67 COMPONENT DIAGRAMS ...... 68 COMPONENT DIAGRAMS/ITEM NUMBERS ...... 73
On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • 3 BASICS SPECIFICATIONS •On-Demand Water Heater Handbook for Service X3PModels 4 a.wtrfo aeGM(/i)65(5 . 3)10.0(38) 3/4”NPT 1/2”NPT 15-150(0.11) 8.0(30) 6.5(25) lnlet Pressure psi(MPa) GPM(L/min) Propane lnlet Pressure Natural gas Max. water flowrate Water Pressure* Water Connections Gas Connection (Operating Range) Propane Input The manufacturer reserves theright to discon • Checkthera • NOTE: **** Refer to page 36intheInstallation Manualfor additionalinformation onpipelengths. *** TheManifold Pressure isthefactory setting andshouldnotneedadjustment. NOTE: Manifold Pressure readings are taken ** 40psi(0.27MPa) orabove isrecommended for maximum flow. * Dedicated Return line) (Hot Water supplylineand (Operating Range) Natural GasInput Table 1: Maximum PipeLength**** egtls k)68.8(31.0) (kg) lbs. Ignition Dimension Weight Electric Manifold Water Heater Vent Category cause excessive condensate production inthevent. Category IV with thefront cover removed. incurring obliga Consumption Pressure** Water Heater Vent Category*** tnb / 1.2/0.04 129.5/1.10 W/A W/A Freeze-Protection Standby inchW.C. (Pa) NG PinchW.C. (Pa) LP Operation upyVCH 120/60 VAC/Hz Supply -awater heater that operates withapositive vent static pressure andwithavent gas temperature that may ng plate to ensure thisproduct matches your speci on. / upWA13814 0./.013814 0./.013814 107.0/1.30 113.8/1.41 107.0/1.30 113.8/1.41 107.0/1.30 113.8/1.41 W/A W/O Pump Model /upWA126.7/1.55 W/A W/Pump BTU/h BTU/h inch W.C. (kPa) inch W.C. (kPa) nhsH27.4xW17.7D11.2 inches mH696xW450D285 mm -Doesnotapplyto Outdoor orDirect Vent Installations. Diameter Pipe MAX: MAX: MAX: MAX: MIN: MIN: MIN: MIN: /”200ft(61m) 500ft(152.4m) 1/2” 3/4” nue, orchange at any Category 160X3P Indoor IV -0.5 (-124.5) -0.06 (-14.9) -0.4 (-99.6) 0.05 (12.5) 160,000 160,000 9,000 9,000 Outdoor 160X3P fi ca N/A ons. me, speci Category 180X3P Indoor fi Max. 13.0(3.24) Max. 10.5(2.62) ca Electric Ignition IV Min. 8.0(1.99) Min. 3.5(0.87) -1.26 (-313.8) -1.26 (-313.8) -0.06 (-14.9) -1.12 (-279) 0.05 (12.5) ons or designswithoutno 180,000 180,000 9,000 9,000 Outdoor 180X3P N/A Category 199X3P Indoor IV -1.26 (-313.8) -0.06 (-14.9) -1.12 (-279) 0.05 (12.5) 199,000 199,000 ce and without ce and without 9,000 9,000 Outdoor 199X3P N/A BASICS on onsult the ving, Replacing, This water heater’s gas heater’s This water If this unit does not match your If this unit does not match Guidelines NOTE: NOTE: type is field convertible, confirm the confirm type is field convertible, type the gas matches orifice installed supplied. See Remo the Gas Orifice and Verifying 47. Assembly on page NOTE: do not install. requirements, absence of local codes, follow the follow codes, absence of local Fuel of the National edition current 54 in Gas Code: ANSI Z223.1/NFPA Gas andB149.1 (Natural or the USA Code) in Canada. Installation Propane codes with all local accordance codes, in the absence of local or, Codes: Electrical with the National or CSA 70 in the USA ANSI/NFPA Canada Electrical C22.1, standard 1 in Canada. Code, Part heater. water your install for heater side of the water the right WATER GAS PRESSURE, the correct and GAS RATING ELECTRIC PRESSURE, TYPE. General Installa General If any problem occurs, turn off all hot turn off occurs, problem If any Then the gas. and turn off taps water or the gas technician a trained call company. If you have any problems or questions or questions problems any have If you c this equipment, regarding 1. or in the codes, all local Follow 2. in the unit ground Properly 3. to intend you plan where Carefully 4. on located plate Check the rating technical service department or the local service department technical service agent. . If ankless page 11 page
CAUTION you have not received an error an error not received have you Issues” on “General to refer code, 8. page If the water heater is in fault and is in fault heater If the water refer code, an error is displaying Codes” on “Error to Before troubleshooting a new troubleshooting Before use the installation installation, manual. go first troubleshooting, Before Checklist” “Preliminary the through the most 6. It will identify on page and problems and frequent common knowledge with general you provide down the information help narrow to need. you First, refer to the Installation the Installation to refer First, Manual as the primary source it along to Refer of information. the side this manual throughout process. troubleshooting are if you troubleshooting, Before unit with how a tankless unfamiliar “Normal Operation” read operates, 6. on page On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • X3P Models • Service Handbook for Heater On-Demand Water 5
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CAUTION NOTICE WARNING WARNING DANGER WARNING Failure to comply with these warnings comply to Failure fire, explosion, in death, result could poisoning. monoxide or carbon The installer/service agent (licensed agent The installer/service for is responsible professional) or servicing your installing correctly with compliance and for heater water and local state/provincial, all national, codes. Installation and service must be and service must Installation by a qualified installer performed (such as a licensed plumber or gas fitter).
situation that, if not avoided, could if not avoided, that, situation injury. in minor or moderate result injury. physical to related situation that, if not avoided, could if not avoided, that, situation injury. or serious in death result situation that, if not avoided, will if not avoided, that, situation injury. or serious in death result ● ● ● injury hazards. Obey all safety all safety Obey injury hazards. to this symbol follow that messages damage, possible property avoid Do not remove serious injury or death. labels, or instructions, permanent any the outside either from plate the rating of the or the inside heater of the water access panels.
Read and follow all safety messages messages all safety and follow Read handbook and in this and instructions labeling. on the product INTRODUCTION BASICS NRA OPERATION NORMAL •On-Demand Water Heater Handbook for Service X3PModels 6 Ifthewater flowexceeds thewater 7. Thefan willmodulate andthe 6. Onceaflameisdetected, the 5. Thegas valve willopen.You will 4. TheIgniter generates asparkto 3. Thefan activates to purge thesystem. 2. Ahotwater fixture isopened.The 1. it shouldoperate asfollows: gas, water, andelectrical connections, is properly installed withappropriate help to troubleshoot it.Assumingit water heater normallyoperates may Becoming familiar withhowatankless valve willrestrict theflowto ensure desired temperature, theflowcontrol heater’s capabilities to heat to the demand. energy inputrequired to meet the adjust basedontheamount of gas solenoidvalve assemblywill controller.) temperature controller orremote (This green LEDislocated onthe green “InUse”LEDwillactivate. hear adeep“clunk clunk”noise. ignite thegas. heater willremain instandby. for NGandLP. the Otherwise, requirement whichis9,000Btu/h enough to meet theminimuminput temperature risemust begreat heater willbeginoperation. The than the0.4GPMbefore the through theheater that isgreater flow sensormust detect aflowrate Ac Opera va on on . Theheater willclosethemain 9. Theheater willstop heating when 8. together. multiple water heaters are linked bypass valve isalsousedwhen due to corrosion anderosion. The reduce damage to theheat exchangers the desired outlet temperature and like amixingvalve. Ithelpsto maintain NOTICE: Thebypasscomponent acts Figure 1: not beaccurate to theunit’s physical description. extinguishing theflame. gas valve andsolenoidgas valves, the deactivation point of0.26GPM. the water flowrate drops below the water heater. whenever flowisrestricted through loss ofpressure at hotwater fixtures temperature. Thiswillresult ina delivery ofwater at thedesired Water control valve
ZĞĐŝƌĐƵůĂƟŽŶWƵŵƉ The purposeofthisdiagram isto illustrate tankless water heater designconcepts, andmay Shutdown Gas solenoidvalve /Flow sensor Bypass valve Thermistor Thermistor Thermistor Thermistor Return line Gas valve Flame rod Hot water Heater Hi-limit Fan motor Fan KƌŝĮĐĞ naeExhaust Intake Venturi Cold water Issues,” ifnecessary. topics. You may alsorefer to “General To get started, review thefollowing 12. 11. 10. • Gas/Water/Electric: mode. The heater willenter standby to 1-½minutes. The length ofpost-purge can last up purge any remaining exhaust gases. The fan willincrease inspeedto LED willturnoff. detects aflame,thegreen “InUse” When theflamesensornolonger and thegas typeshownonthe gas, thegas typeDIPswitch, is beingused.Checkthesupply Verify that thecorrect gas type Condensate drainport Gas Preliminary Air adjustment valve Exhaust duct Secondary heat exchanger Metal knitburner Thermo switch ;ŽŵďƵƐƟŽŶĐŚĂŵďĞƌĂƐƐĞŵďůLJͿ Stepping motor Primary heat exchanger Igniter KǀĞƌŚĞĂƚƵƚŽī&ƵƐĞ;K Igniter rod X3 Checklist Pressure sensor PCB TM Exhaust thermistor Filter .H. ͘&Ϳ NORMAL OPERATION / TROUBLESHOOTING
rating plate. All four must be page 25. Also, see the installation missing check valve, or a the same in terms of gas type, manual for venting requirements. cartridge in a single-handle and your water heater model Incorrect vent length settings may faucet that needs to be must be converted for use with result in the reduced output from the replaced. that type of gas (natural gas or water heater. ◦ A dirty inlet filter. A dirty LP). NOTE: This water heater’s gas inlet filter can either prevent type is field convertible, confirm the X3TM Technology: water from flowing through orifice installed matches the gas type the water heater entirely, or supplied. See Removing, Replacing, This water heater is equipped with X3™ Scale Reduction Technology to create turbulence that can TROUBLESHOOTING and Verifying the Gas Orifice prevent the flow sensor from Assembly on page 47. inhibit scale formation within the heat exchanger tubing of this unit. Part measuring the water flow. • The gas supply valve should be of the X3™ Technology’s anti-scale ◦ Misconfiguration of the Easy- fully open and the gas line purged protection comes from the special X3™ Link system (if applicable). of air and debris. cartridge. The X3™ cartridge must be ◦ Gas line that has not been installed into the manifold located on purged of air correctly. • The water supply valve should be the underside of the heater cabinet fully open and purged of air and prior to operation of the unit). The debris. Test to determine if the X3™ system is designed to be hassle- problem is related to plumbing free; eliminating the need to drain • The unit must be connected to a the heater for installation, removal, or the water heater: 120 VAC 60 Hz power supply. or replacement of the cartridge. X3™ 1. Test whether the problem is • There is a power switch inside Scale Reduction Technology reduces within the unit or external to the the heater, located to the left of the formation of scale in the heat unit (i.e., in the plumbing system) the control board, that must be exchanger, extending the operating by attempting to run hot water turned on before the heater can life of the unit in typical potable water locally through the isolation valve operate. installations. Specific water conditions (if installed). Ensure that the hot may impact the efficacy of X3™, water shutoff is closed on the hot Remote Controller: such as excessive iron or manganese and return lines while running levels. Refer to the guidelines below water through the pressure relief If you are using a remote controller, and consult a water quality expert valve or hot isolation valve drain the remote’s ON/OFF button must be to determine if your water is within port. See Figure 2 on page 8. turned on. Press the ON/OFF button acceptable X3™ and EPA guidelines. on the remote until the amber Stand- 2. Does the heater ignite and continue By LED is lit. to run properly? If it runs properly, New Installa ons: the plumbing system is at fault. If High Al tude: If a newly installed water heater won’t the heater shuts down with an operate at all or operates erratically, error code or no operation occurs, If the heater is installed at an altitude of check for the following: the problem is with the water over 2,000 feet, it may cause a lack of air heater. NOTICE: If no error code is and incomplete combustion. See “DIP ◦ Reversed hot and cold displayed, you can use Diagnostic Switch Settings” on page 25. plumbing connections. The water heater must sense Mode to review stored error codes. Vent Length water flow to initialize See “ERROR CODES” on page 11 operations. Water flowing The length of your vent run may through the heater backwards require changes to your DIP switch will not activate the flow settings. See “DIP Switch Settings” on sensor. ◦ Cross-connections may be related to a recirculation pump, a defective mixing valve, a bad check valve, a
On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • 7 TROUBLESHOOTING •On-Demand Water Heater Handbook for Service X3PModels 8 • enough. Water istoo hotornot Proceed to the • • Table 2starting onpage 11. page 11.Seealsotheerror code chartin LED onthecomputer board. SeeFigure 3, controller) andbyflashcodes onthegreen the temperature controller (orremote code. Theerror code willbedisplayed on Finally, checkto seeiftheunit hasanerror Next Step: Figure 2: help: error codes, seeif thefollowing items common problems that donotinvolve if anerror code isidentified. For other temperature setting may beset of thewater heater? The What istheset temperature to “General Issues.” If there isnoerror code, proceed to “ERROR CODES” onpage 11. If itisdisplaying anerror code, proceed “C” Closed “A” Open Gnrl Issues General Outlet Hose
Water flowtest. (Hot) Bucket “Error Codes” CD A On-Demand HC Heater Water return line. valve on NOTE: Close B “D” Open “B” Closed section • • • fi Temperature • • • • • xture isopened. each point-of-use. (temperature limitingvalves) at install Thermostatic MixingValves To reduce theriskofscalding, inlet water temperatures. NOTE: Solar installation can have higher temperature orremote controller. can beadjusted usingthe too highorlow. Thetemperature in fluctuating outlet temperature. altitude andvent length can result setting. Incorrect settings for Check DIPswitches for correct unit system. Easy-Link misconfiguration inmulti regulator sizing. Incorrect gas supplyline and/or water linesandhotwater lines. Cross plumbingbetween cold Clean thethermistor andrecheck. could cause itto read incorrectly. present onthethermistor. This malfunctioning ordebrismay be The outputthermistor could be instructions. the mixingvalve manufacturer’s be adjusted orcleaned.Refer to The mixingvalve may needto temperature setting at thevalve. proper installation andcheck If amixingvalve isinstalled, verify Refer to theinstallation manual. Link system isset upcorrectly. unit system, verify that theEasy- If theunitisinstalled inamulti- unit (i.e.,plumbingsystem). within theunitorexternal to the Test whether theproblem is fl uctuates whena • water goesthroughit. Unit doesnotoperate when • • • blown. fuse inthebox assemblyis is set to theonposition,orif right ofthetemperature controller to seeiftheON/OFFbutton to the it willturnon.Ifnot,thencheck button onthecontroller to seeif If isnotlit,press theON/OFF temperature/remote controller. theamberLEDon observing in standby. Thiscan beverified by Check to seeifthewater heater is pump. or consider aconstant pressure the pressure difference and/ to seeifanadjustment can reduce tank. Checkthepressure settings well pumpischarging thebladder operation willfluctuate whenthe On well systems, theheater’s outlet temperature fluctuations. supply water system willresult in Fluctuations inpressure ofthe onpage 29. Cleaning” should beclean.See”Filter/Drain Plugs The filter onthecold water inlet 29. onpage Drain PlugsCleaning” lights upbeside“flow.” See”Filter/ front oftheunituntil thearrow pressing theinfo button onthe You can verify theflowrate by opening upmore hotfixtures). drawn through theunit(e.g., increase demandofwater being See iftheunitinitiates whenyou Is theflowrate over 0.4GPM?
TROUBLESHOOTING ving, This water NOTE: NOTE: If you cannot identify the source the source identify cannot If you the technical of this issue, contact service department. Check the rating plate to ensure ensure to plate Check the rating type is applied gas the correct that the unit. to type is field convertible, gas heater’s matches the orifice installed confirm supplied. See Remo type the gas the Gas and Verifying Replacing, 47. Orifice Assembly on page for settings Check the DIP switch type. and gas altitude length, vent Check the fan for debris. for fan Check the in the exhaust blockages Check for air line. and intake vent proper for Check terminations flue gases ensure to clearances the into not being drawn are air intake. combustion supply gas proper Check for pressure and allowable pressure drop. On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • X3P Models • Service Handbook for Heater On-Demand Water 9 • • • • • • • Abnormal sounds come from sounds come Abnormal the unit. If the fan does not initiate at all and at does not initiate If the fan to is power there that it is verified not the unit, the flow sensor may Check the properly. be working impeller proper flow sensor for functionality See “Checking the 32. page Flow Sensor,” New installations only: Are the hot only: Are New installations the to connections water and cold (hooked reversed heater water flowing in Water up backwards)? will not be the heater through reverse by the flow sensor and thedetected See will not operate. heater water Connection” a Reversed “Checking for on checking details 30 for on page connection. a reversed for Is the inlet water temperature temperature water Is the inlet point the set close to is too by opening Verify temperature. and check to multiple faucets operates. heater see if the water operates heater If the water a seasonal/ indicate this may causing condition geographic is too that water inlet warmer set heater’s the water close to The minimum input is point. 9,000 btu/h which means the if the will not activate heater input is below this. For energy and review systems, recirculation differential the temperature adjust as necessary. setting Check that the filters on the cold on the cold the filters Check that clean. lines are and return Make sure that a check valve a check valve that sure Make line. on the return is installed or missing A malfunctioning a cross will cause check valve to water allowing cold connection, the system. into back-feed • • • • • TROUBLESHOOTING 10 • On-Demand Water Heater Handbookfor Service X3PModels THIS PAGE ISINTENTIONALLY BLANK TROUBLESHOOTING
ontroller ontroller See Error Code 991 See Error Code 991 Computer board Computer Check the DIP switch settings on the PCB (Part #701). on the PCB (Part settings Check the DIP switch heater. heater. them together. unplugged and connect which you wires will connect they One end is male and the other is female; together. as necessary. troubleshoot 3. of the the bottom from both linking wires Disconnect 4. of both linking the ends end unit, take If the unit is not an 5. back on, then heaters the water to power Turn setting ERROR ERROR CODES On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • X3P Models • Service Handbook for Heater On-Demand Water 11 SYMPTOM OR ISSUE OR SYMPTOM PROCEDURE TROUBLESHOOTING Exhaust Gas Blockage Exhaust Exhaust Gas Blockage Exhaust Combustion Air and/or Air and/or Combustion Combustion Air and/or Air and/or Combustion Error code indicator on code indicator Error controller the remote Flashes Flashes If there is a problem with the unit, a numerical error code will display on the temperature c on the temperature will display code error with the unit, a numerical is a problem If there GREEN LED ON LED GREEN COMPUTER BOARD COMPUTER The ON/OFF button on the water heater and heater on the water The ON/OFF button 031 One Flash DIP switch Incorrect 051 Three 101 Five Error code indicator on code indicator Error controller the built-in Error Code Indicators. Error
Link system. Link system. heater. the water to power disconnect does NOT remote heater. the water to power disconnect physically must You ERROR CODE ERROR Figure 3: Figure All units have self-diagnostics. self-diagnostics. All units have of indoor models or on the TM-RE43 Remote Controller (if installed). Installation related problems can also produce an error an error produce also can problems related Installation (if installed). Controller on the TM-RE43 Remote of indoor models or pattern. will flash a code board LED on the computer not working, the green are controllers If the remote/temperature code(s). (The green LED is located beside the DIP switches as shown in Figure 3). as shown in Figure beside the DIP switches LED is located (The green If you are working with a water heater that is part of an Easy- that heater with a water working are If you the unit as troubleshoot you that recommend we Link system, these Follow system. an individual unit and not as part of the a child unit: troubleshooting prior to steps Table 2: 2: Table and Flash Codes Error 2. heater. the water to valves Close isolation 1. in the Easy- heaters all the water to power Disconnect TROUBLESHOOTING 12 • On-Demand Water Heater Handbookfor Service X3PModels ERROR CODE 1 r11TreFahsIgnitionfailure /Lossof Three Flashes 111 or121 5 Two Flashes 351 3 w lse Outlet thermistor failure Two Flashes Inlet thermistor failure Two Flashes Two Flashes 341 331 321 1 ToFahsHeat Exchanger Two Flashes 311 1 he lse Airpressure Three Flashes 211 0 n ls Combustion air OneFlash 201 COMPUTER BOARD GREEN LED ON YPO RISETROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE SYMPTOM OR ISSUE Exhaust thermistor and gas linefailure Thermistor Failure Return thermistor sensor failure failure failure flame troubleshooting. Verify thermistor resistances, • seepage18for thermistor thermistor (Part #407,408,411,715,718,731). Check for connection/breakage ofwiresand/or debrison • 715), burnmarks onthecomputer board(Part #701). Check for connection/breakage ofwires(Part #123, on thecomputer board(Part #701). • Checkfor connection/breakage ofwires,burnmarks properly. • Checkifthefan motor (Part #103)isfunctioning properly. • Checkifthepressuresensor(Part #123)isfunctioning continues to tripcontact technician. aqualifiedservice and feel itclickwhenresetting. Ifthehighlimitswitch the button willreset theswitch. Iftripped, youwillhear properly. Theswitch hasabutton initscenter, pressing • CheckiftheHi-limitswitch (Part #412)isfunctioning #413) andconnections to thegasvalvePart #102). hi-limit switch (Part #412),overheat-cut-off fuse(Part into combustion. Ifnothingisheard,thencheckthe valve assembly(Part #130)whenwater heater goes • Listen for the“clunk” soundcoming fromgassolenoid maybe theissue. combustion, ifnotheardthentheigniter (Part #710) burner (Part #101)when thewater heater preparesfor • A“buzzing”ignitionsoundshouldbecoming fromthe flame rod(Part #108). on thecomputer board(Part #701),and/or sootonthe • Checkfor connection/breakage ofwires,burn marks TROUBLESHOOTING and/or soot on the Flame rod (Part #108). (Part Flame rod soot on the and/or • Check for connection/breakage of wires (Part #402, wires (Part of connection/breakage • Check for 715). flow sensor impeller (Part debris on the • Check for #402). lines, verify the water in is installed • If a check valve(s) operating properly. are that they may have more pressure drop• The circulation lines push through. A Qualified to than the pump is designed a pressure drop perform will need to Service Technician calculation. check if the DIP switch • If a cross over valve is installed, p. 25.) to (Refer is correct. setting of blue and brown connection/breakage Check for burn marks gas valve assembly and/or wires going to #701). board (Part on the computer is #122) • Check if the air damper assembly (Part functioning properly. #122, of wires (Part connection/breakage • Check for #701). board (Part on the computer 715), burn marks Check for connection/breakage of the blue and green, connection/breakage Check for gas valve assembly blue, and red wires going to light #701). board (Part on the computer burn marks and/or buildup of wires, dust connection/breakage • Check for the on burn marks #103) and/or (Part motor in the fan #701). (Part board computer wire connectors of the corrosion/damage • Check for #103). (Part blockages, any for air intake • Inspect your exhaust are found. clear if any of wires in the pump connection/breakage • Check for 738). #726, (Part flow through the pump. water the reverse • Check for the water line to a check valve on the return Install proper operation. Verify heater. e #709) (Part of wires connection/breakage for Check or SV3) valve (MV) valve Flame Rod Failur Flame Rod Flow Sensor Failure Abnormal main gas Abnormal main gas On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • X3P Models • Service Handbook for Heater On-Demand Water 13 valve (SV1, SV2, and/ SV2, (SV1, valve SYMPTOM OR ISSUE OR SYMPTOM PROCEDURE TROUBLESHOOTING Abnormal gas solenoid Abnormal gas Six Flashes Six Flashes Six Flashes Air damper failure Two Flashes Two Two Flashes Two GREEN LED ON LED GREEN COMPUTER BOARD COMPUTER 441 391 511 521 551 611 Flashes Four 631 fault motor Fan Flashes Four Pump fault ERROR CODE ERROR TROUBLESHOOTING 14 • On-Demand Water Heater Handbookfor Service X3PModels ERROR CODE 5 N/A 751 4 N/A False flamedetection 741 SixFlashes 721 1 OneFlash 711 6 Four Flashes 701 661 5 Four Flashes 651 6 N/A 761 COMPUTER BOARD GREEN LED ON n ls Computer board fault One Flash Gas solenoidvalve drive Communication error in between water heater between water heater and remote controller and built-in controller YPO RISETROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURE SYMPTOM OR ISSUE Communication error Communication error Bypass valve fault Flow adjustment circuit failure valve fault Easy-Link reset. System. Turn theParent water heater OFFthenON to heater without first powerto turningoff theEasy Link if youdisconnect anEasy LinkwirefromaChildwater • Thecode will onlyappearontheParent water heater Child unitswithoutpower. • ChecktheChildunitsfor power. Troubleshoot any the childunitsarecorrect. Refer to pp.34and37. • Checkiftheconnections between theparent unitand to reset. to thewater heater. Turn thewater heater OFFthenON from thewater heater without first power turningoff • Thecode willappearifyoudisconnect theremote and built-in controller. • Inspecttheconnections between thewater heater to reset. to thewater heater. Turn thewater heater OFFthenON from thewater heater without first power turningoff • Thecode willappearifyoudisconnect theremote and remote controller. • Inspecttheconnections between thewater heater • Verify thecorrect model/typeofremote isinstalled. buildup. Check theflamerod(Part #108)for corrosion/soot Refer to the111and121errorcodes. (Part #701,714). Check for connection/breakage ofwiresorburn marks blocking • Inspectthecontrol valvefor debristhatmaybe breakage ofwires. • Inspectthebypass valve(Part #403),for connection/ blocking it. • Inspectthecontrol valvefor debristhatmaybe connection/breakage ofwires • Inspecttheflowadjustment valve(Part #402),for TROUBLESHOOTING matches gas type orifice plate installed. DO NOT DO NOT installed. plate gas type orifice matches do not match; if they heater water the operate immediately. correct and verify switches the DIP is installed, heater water the proper elevation. to are set venting installed length of the vent equivalent 5 on page 27. See Table to Refer system. are found. clear if any the between is proper clearance there check whether to Refer terminal. and the exhaust air terminal intake and Use & Instructions 28 of the Installation pp. 26 to Care Guide. is not #007) and verify air intake tray (Part protection blocked. #701) board (Part on the computer marks • Verify the gas type supplied to the water heater the water to the gas type supplied • Verify heater. the water around • Inspect the environment of the area where the • Check the altitude/elevation the match length DIP switches the vent • Verify blockages, any for air intake • Inspect your exhaust system, as a direct-vent installed is heater • If the water of the rain and dirt on the air screen dust • Check for burn of wires and/or connection/breakage • Check for On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • X3P Models • Service Handbook for Heater On-Demand Water 15 Exhaust Gas Blockage Gas Exhaust SYMPTOM OR ISSUE OR SYMPTOM PROCEDURE TROUBLESHOOTING GREEN LED ON LED GREEN COMPUTER BOARD COMPUTER 991 Flashes Five Air and/or Combustion ERROR CODE ERROR TROUBLESHOOTING Blockage Air and/or Exhaust Gas 16 • On-Demand Water Heater Handbookfor Service X3PModels Verify that thegas supplypressure is 1. external cause, suchasnogas supply. component intheheater ordueto an These codes can appeardueto a failed ignition attempts (code 121). able to establish aflameafter three during aheating cycle andwas not (code 111)oritlost theflame signal after three failed ignitionattempts Either thewater heater willnotfire Failure /FlameLoss Code 111or121:Igni Refer to “Error Code:991,“ page 22. Code 051or101:Combus After setting theDIPswitches, turn 3. Remove front cover andlocate 2. Turn off thepower supply. 1. the heater power was on. or DIPswitches were changed when incorrect DIPswitch setting isdetected The system displays thiscode whenan Se Code 031:Incorrect DIPSwitch within specifications when the heater is within specifications whentheheater is power to thewater heater backon. computer board. the DIPswitches at thesideof Guide. in theInstallation Manual/Owner’s Additional information isprovided the tables that start onpage 25. altitude installations, refer to related to vent length orhigh- For specificDIPswitch settings section. positions are illustrated inthat page 25.Thecorrect DIPswitch Refer to “DIPSwitch Settings” on ngs on on 2. Check the High Limit Switch and ChecktheHighLimitSwitch and 2. debris. verify that thegas lineiscleared of gas appliancesare inoperation. specified supplypressure whenall does notdrop belowtheminimum in standby, andverify thegas pressure Overheat Cutoff Fuse 2.1 Turn o • • 2.3 2.2 30. and Pressure Drop” onpage “Checking theInlet GasPressure regulator’s manufacturer. See changes indirection. Refer to the installed ontheoutlet before any amount ofstraight pipeis may recommend that aspecific Note: Somemanufacturer’s line (ifinstalled) issized properly. vent limiter isinstalled); thevent (pay closeattention ifanindoor the manufacturer’s instruction application; that itisinstalled per that itissized properly for the installed, verify thefollowing: If asecond stage regulator is pressure regulator at thegas meter. It ispossiblethat there isafaulty step. occurs proceed to thenext show error code 711,ifthis step 3.Thewater heater may DO hearthem,go directly to gas solenoidvalves. Ifyou the “clunking” noisesofthe computer board.) Listen for (Use theswitch above the heater, thenturnitbackon. cord orexternal switch. by disconnec (item 412,p.74). Locate thehighlimitswitch Turn o 8 (p.41). Figure 21(p.40)andTable ff ff power to thewater power to theheater (OHCF) as f ng thepower
See also Also, ollows: ollows: . Checkfor asparkinsidethe burner 4. Checkfor blockages inventing, such 3. around. place, whileaweak sparkwilljump blue sparkwillremain steady andin igniter andflamesensor. Astrong the sight glasslocated next to the The sparkmay beviewed through chamber between theigniter rods. to maintain combustion. leading reduced capacity andinability blockage willcause improper operation as bird nests, animals,ortrash. A 2.3.2 2.3.1 2.3.3 . Ifnosparkora weak sparkis 4.1 high. temperature may betoo system, theincoming water water, suchasfrom asolar supplied withpre-heated water supply. Iftheunitis temperature oftheincoming Also, besure to checkthe the troubleshoo determined. Con the highlimittripmust be burner lights, thecause of and test theheater. Ifthe Turn thepower backon the bu reset ifyou heard andfelt middle ofit.Theswitch was Push thebu fuse (OHCF)for con check theoverheat cuto noises ofthegas valves, then don’t hearthe“clunking” opera If thehighlimitswitch is there isnocon igniter wire connec observed, checkthepurple 32. the OHCFfor con instruc Cuto to “CheckingtheOverheat ff Fuse(OHCF)”onpage ng properly andyou on click. ons onhowto test on inthe nuity, orfor ng process. nue with nuity, refer ons at nuity. If ff
TROUBLESHOOTING . If the Ω on Air and . Normal resistance for SV2 SV2 for . Normal resistance Ω resistance is out of range, replace replace is out of range, resistance valve. the gas 1.65 k is 2.07-2.53 k and SV3 Code 201: Combus Gas Line Failure is sensor • Check if the pressure functioning properly. is functioning motor • Check if the fan properly. of /breakage connection • Check for on the PCB. burn marks wires, Code 211: Air Pressure Sensor Failure the between • Check the voltage 6 Normal: 4 to wires. black and red (during black & red VDC between operation) sensor if the pressure • Replace is outside of the range. the voltage is within voltage the PCB if the Replace range. the normal voltage
. If the Ω resistance is out of range, replace replace range, is out of resistance valve. the gas turn do so, To solenoid valves. then check the off, the power A normal of the valves. resistance is 1.35- SV1 for reading resistance “Cleaning the Flame Sensor and “Cleaning the Flame 33. on page Rod)” Igniter the wiring Unplug both ends of assembly the igniter harness from then reconnect board, and control connection. good ensure them to that wire green the that verify Also, is attached is part of the circuit connections one of the screw to the manifold. around do so, (MV). To valve main gas then check the off, turn the power A normal of the MV. resistance k is 1.15-1.65 resistance LED stayed off, then inspect the then inspect off, LED stayed it if necessary. Clean flame sensor. (chips or damage it if any Replace or is seen ceramic) in the cracks freely move can rod if the metal See insulator. in the ceramic On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • X3P Models • Service Handbook for Heater On-Demand Water 17 7. 7. of the gas operation proper Verify 6. 6. of the operation proper Verify ll ons. ached and that If the previous steps s steps If the previous When the igniter is sparking,When the igniter the across check the voltage the to coming purple wires is Normal voltage igniter. is If voltage 108-132 VAC. then outside of this range, board. the computer replace 77 for 701 on page (See item part number.) the correct Check the igniter rod to to rod Check the igniter is the black wire sure make a properly If move. doesn’t the rod the replace moves, the rod will also need You rod. igniter holder gasket. a rod in a spark being don’t result the igniter. replace generated, both the igniter and at the and at both the igniter Unplug and board. computer clean the to them reconnect connec electrical 4.4 4.3 4.2 seconds before going out, verify out, verify going before seconds on IN USE LED the green that or remote controller the built-in If the did not turn on. controller 5. 5. 1-2 only on for If flame comes TROUBLESHOOTING Figure 4: Cleanthethermistor asfollows: 5. Checkthethermistor’s resistance 4. After you have located thecorrect 3. Identify therow inTable 3that 2. 1. detects athermistor failure. The system displays thiscode whenit Thermistor Failure Code 311,321,331,341or351: 18 • On-Demand Water Heater Handbookfor Service X3PModels
ZĞƐŝƐƚĂŶĐĞ;ŬɏͿ same temperature range. thermistors inapproximately the several minutes to get allthe water through theheater for normal resistance values. Run value. SeeFigure 4for alist of burns orcuts. connections are secure andfree of thermistor, verify that thewire instructions. applies to you, thenfollow its Turn offpower to thewater heater. 10.00 15.00 20.00 25.00 30.00 35.00 0.00 5.00
Temperature vsResistance Graph 23.76 ° ° 0C1° 0C2° 0C3° 0C4° 0C5° 0C6° 0C7° 0C8° 0C9° 100°C 95°C 90°C 85°C 80°C 75°C 70°C 65°C 60°C 55°C 50°C 45°C 40°C 35°C 30°C 25°C 20°C 15°C 10°C 5°C 0°C 2F4° 0F5° 8F7° 6F9° 0° 1° 2° 3° 4° 4° 5° 6° 7° 8° 9° 0° 212°F 203°F 194°F 185°F 176°F 167°F 158°F 149°F 140°F 131°F 122°F 113°F 104°F 95°F 86°F 77°F 68°F 59°F 50°F 41°F 32°F 30.04 19.08 24.12 15.43 19.50 12.56 15.87 10.28 13.00 8.47 Temperature vsResistance 10.71 7.02 8.87 . Iftheerror code persists, replace 7. Return thewater heater to service. 6. 5.85 Exhaust Thermistor 7.39 the thermistor. b. Drain theunitofwater. (See a. . Reinstall thethermistor. d. Cleantheprobe to asilver c. 4.90
6.19 Cleaning” onp.29.) Cleaning” “Unit Draining andFilter around thissensor. rubber o-ringthat wraps finish. Donotlosethered separate from theprobe. as you may cause thewire to base. Donotpullthewire out bygrabbing themetal then pullthesensorprobe that secures thethermistor, Remove thescrew orclip 4.12 5.21 3.49
4.41 2.96 3.74 Temperature Thermistor 2.53 3.19 2.16 2.73 .61.60 1.86 2.35 2.03 .912 .509 0.81 0.92 1.05 1.21 1.39 1.76 1.53 1.33 1.16 1.02 TROUBLESHOOTING . Ω gas solenoid valves for burns or for solenoid valves gas cuts. the proper installation altitude. installation the proper turn off is needed, If adjustment and adjust. the heater to power the error 4 for step to Then go If this heater. and test reset code 2-4. steps to doesn’t fix it, go fit. loose and/or blockage for debris or blockage any Remove the damper from keep would that rotating. (during & brown (white) COM Visual inspection of PCB: operation) and/ of wires connection/breakage on the computer or burn marks board. 10 of 991 error step Procedure, 24. on page code resistance of the valve. Normal Normal of the valve. resistance is 1.15-1.65 k reading resistance If the resistance is out of range, is out of range, If the resistance valve. the gas replace blue (blue - light wires valve gas The voltage #3) during operation. VDC. If should be 93-120 reading within normal is not the voltage board. the computer replace range, Code 551: Abnormal Solenoid and/or SV2, (SV1, Gas Valve SV3) a driving circuit indicates This code of the solenoid one or more for fault or SV3). SV2, (SV1, valves gas 1. the to connections Check the wire 2. serviced recently If the unit was Code 521: Air Damper Failure Code 521: Air Damper 1. for set are the DIP switches Verify 2. of the air damper Visual inspection 3. 11 VDC between Normal: 3 to 4. Reset to go code, this error reset To 6. 6. the main across Check the voltage
flames are still visible through the visible through still flames are immediately window, burner sight the unit to and power gas shut off service the technical and contact department. burns or cuts. for valve main gas be had to valve and the gas each gas that sure make removed, the is fully plugged into wire valve connector. is within the specified limits. An high is too that pressure gas inlet the main gas jam or damage can valve. wires to see if they are broken or broken are see if they to wires disconnected. select do so, To controller. heater’s INFO by pushing the Flow Rate the left on the arrow until button toward points side of the display the controller that Ensure “Flow.” during rate a flow displays is not If a flow rate operation. step. the next to proceed indicated, debris. then heater, the to power electrical the flow sensor/control remove (p. 61). Check the flow valve sensor as described in “Checking 32. Clean page the Flow Sensor,” as necessary. or replace On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • X3P Models • Service Handbook for Heater On-Demand Water 19 This code indicates a fault in the main a fault indicates This code (MV) circuit. valve gas 1. but is shut off, If the hot water 2. the to connections Check the wire 3. serviced recently If the unit was 4. supply pressure gas the that Verify 5. check the off, With the power Code 511: Abnormal Main Gas Code (MV) Valve 4. 4. valve sensor/control Check the flow 5. the water using the flow rate Verify 6. for filter Check the inline water 7. supply and the gas off Turn return connection and clean connection return as necessary. in the pump debris any and clean as connections needed. the sure make check to DIP switch valve crossover is in the ON position setting bank). #5, top (DIP switch • on the Inspect the filter • for Inspect the pump • valve, If using a crossover should be operating, then: should be operating, before system the linked from 2. The water step to advance you as an be tested must heater individual unit. turned on. a socket that is properly grounded. grounded. is properly that a socket this cause can ground A floating error. of burns or cuts. and free secure is wire ground the green that Verify and is making an properly installed This ground connection. electrical the to is part of the connector wire to is secured wire PCB. The green the of the right to plate the metal box. surge (Flame Sensor Assembly the Rod 33. on page Rod)” and Igniter Code 441: Flow Sensor Failure 441: Flow Sensor Failure Code when the is displayed This code a signal from doesn’t detect computer the flow sensor when the pump is in the Easy- running or when a heater is running. Link System 1. when the pump appears If the code 2. heater the water Disconnect 3. is supply the water that Ensure Code 391: Flame Rod Failure Failure Flame Rod Code 391: 1. is plugged the unit into that Ensure 2. are connections the wire Check that 3. See “Cleaning rod. Clean the flame TROUBLESHOOTING . Checkthevoltage across these 5. 20 • On-Demand Water Heater Handbookfor Service X3PModels Checkventing for blockages orfor 2. Disconnect power to thewater 1. This code indicates afan motor fault. Code611:AbnormalFan Motor Withthepower off, checkthe 4. Verify that thesupplygas pressure 3. common.) operation. (Thedarkbluewire is solenoid gas valve wires during replace thegas valve. If theresistance isoutofrange, for SV2 andSV3 is2.07-2.53k heater cabinet. Correct any issues no contaminants inside thewater dust). Make sure that there are the water heater area lint, (e.g., the presence ofcontaminants in circuit breaker. wall outlet orturningitoff at the heater itfrom byunplugging the 1.65 k resistance reading for SV1 is1.35- resistance ofeachvalve. Normal could bedamaged. cause themaingas valve to jamor high ofaninlet gas pressure may is withinthespecifiedlimits.Too printed onthewire’s label. must match thenumberthat is the numberstamped onthemetal proper place.(For eachconnector, gas valve wire into isplugged the removed, make sure that each and thegas valve hadto be replace thecomputer board. voltage isnotwithinnormalrange, should be93-120VDC.Ifthe In eachcase, thevoltage reading • • • SV3: Red (#73)&Blue SV2: Orange (#53)&Blue SV1: Green (#9)&Blue Ω . Normalresistance reading Ω . 3. Inspect the pump for buildup or debris Inspectthepumpfor buildupordebris 3. Checkthefilter onthereturn 2. Verify thecheck valve isoperating 1. Code 631:PumpFault . Complete thisstep onlyiftheprevious 7. Turn onpower to thewater heater, 6. Checkthefan housingfor water. 5. Checkfor leaks at theheat 4. Visuallycheckfor breakages inthe 3. connection andcleanasnecessary. pump. water moves backwards through the properly. Thiscode appears when 28.) “FM” inthewiringdiagram, page below. Thebluewire iscommon. (See between thefan motor wires listed During operation, checkthevoltage steps didnotsolve theissue. then test theheater. exchanger. replace asneeded. the computer board (PCB).Repair/ fan motor wiringorburnmarks on that are found. If thevoltage readings are normal range, replace thefan motor. If thevoltage readings fall withinthe • • • board. normal range, replace thecomputer (during operation) Normal: 2to 6.5VDC Orange &Blue (during operation) Normal: 13to 17VDC Yellow &Blue (during operation) Normal: 132to 192VDC Red &Blue not within within . Complete thisstep onlyiftheprevious 5. Inspectthewires to thepumpfor any 4. . Inspecttheflow adjustment valve 1. valve fault. This codeindicatesaflowadjustment Fault Code 651:FlowAdjustment Valve 28.) inthewiringdiagram, page “PUMP” The bluewire iscommon. (See between thepumpwires listed below. During operation, checkthevoltage steps didnotsolve theissue. they are compromised. cuts orbreakage. Replace thewires if the pumpisnotairlocked. the debris.Oncere-installed make sure speed ofthepumpimpeller. Cleanout in theconnections that can reduce the following: (item number402,p.73)for the range, replace thecomputer board. voltage readings are normal range, replace thepump.If If thevoltage readings fall withinthe • • • • • • (during operation) Normal: 132to 192VDC Red &Blue seals/component.) adjustment valve (Replace the Water leakage at theflow the valve from openingorclosing valve assemblythat would prevent Debris orscale buildupinsidethe Broken ordisconnected wires (during operation) Normal: 1.0to 6.5VDC Orange &Blue (during operation) Normal: 13to 17VDC Yellow &Blue not within normal within normal TROUBLESHOOTING erence erence ff ) ve degrees, degrees, ve fi Circuit is Fuse ff See page 28 See page
of more than of more Code 311, 321, 331, to refer 341 or 351: Thermistor p. 18. Failure, finished, are When you heater. the water retest thermistor. The readings The readings thermistor. similar and it should be the reading should be supply of the temperature is a di If there water. to “Code 111 or 121: Ignition “Code 111 or 121: to See on page Loss,” / Flame Failure 16. “Checking to Refer compromised. Fuse (OHCF),” Cutoff the Overheat 32. page Refer fault. valve gas (PCB) and/or 510 and 551. codes error to the high limit switch, the OHCF, the OHCF, the high limit switch, to breaks any for valves and the gas or cuts. valve main gas the to connections the PCB and the gas to next located assembly located solenoid valve (For exchangers. the heat above the number each connector, match must the metal on stamped on the is printed the number that label. wire’s 3. 3. Refer Check the High Limit switch. 4. be may switch Cutoff The Overheat 5. board be a computer may There Compromised Code 711: High Limit Switch / Limit Switch Code 711: High Overheat Cuto the to is turned on When power a performs the computer heater, valve, check of the gas diagnostic Fuse Cutoff high limit, and Overheat are of these If any (OHCF) circuits. will appear. this code compromised, 1. wire blue common Inspect the dark 2. wiring harness proper Verify
See . If on on on Ω on on on mes. bu ff . ff connector #715 on page 73. #715 on page connector Run water through the through Run water heater. of Check the reading by thermistor the outlet bu pushing the INFO the temperature/remote two controller the inlet it to Compare Unplug the bypass valve’s bypass valve’s Unplug the ina connector is harness. There of the harness whichthe middle access by removing can you The board. the computer red, are colors harness’ wire blue, brown). white, yellow, between Check the resistance (You wires. and red the brown the female use the pins in can Normal resistance connector.) 85 50 to (brown-red): is out of range, the resistance the bypass valve.replace the temperature controller controller the temperature so the controller or remote LED turns BY STAND orange o 2.2 2.3 2.3 2.2 2.1 Push the on/o for connection/breakage of wires of wires connection/breakage for burn marks. and/or as follows: thermistor To check it, measure between the between check it, measure To #715 (Connector wires. and red brown range 73.) Normal voltage on page (brown-red): is out3 VDC - 11 VDC. If the voltage board. the computer replace of range, 73.) (See page On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • X3P Models • Service Handbook for Heater On-Demand Water 21 This code indicates a computer board or board computer a indicates This code fault. thermistor outlet 1. (PCB) board Inspect the computer 2. of the outlet Check the operation 3. 3. of the bypass valve. Check the voltage Board 701: Computer Code Fault ow fl ow adjustment ow . If the resistance is. If the resistance fl Ω the to power electrical the to power electrical ff ff heck the resistance between heck the resistance urn o urn o adjustment valve. valve. adjustment the red and black wires. and black wires.the red (black-red): Normal resistance 200 90 to the replace out of range, C Unplug the valve’s connector from the from connector valve’s Wiring (See board. computer 28.) on page Diagram water heater, then. heater, water water heater, then. heater, water Locked motor drive due to debris due to drive motor Locked build up inside the valveor scale assembly the bypass valve at leakage Water Broken or disconnected wires or disconnected Broken look behind the fuse box to (Be sure assembly fromand check the wire red, colors: Wire the bypass valve. blue, brown.) white, yellow, 2.1 T • • • 2.3 2.2 2.1 T adjustment valve where its connector where valve adjustment between the PCB. Measure plugs into 20 (See page wires. the black and red (black- range or 20.) Normal voltage red): is out7 VDC - 16 VDC. If the voltage board. the computer replace of range, 28.) (See page valve. To check it, To valve. 403) for the following: 403) for adjustment valve. To check it, To valve. adjustment 3. 3. of the flow Check the voltage 2. 2. of the bypass Check the resistance This code indicates a bypass valve fault. a bypass valve indicates This code 1. number (item Inspect the bypass valve Code 661: Bypass valve faultCode 661: Bypass 2. 2. of the flow Check the resistance TROUBLESHOOTING . Verify that onlyasingleremote 2. Verify that theremote iscompatible 1. NOTICE: for indoormodels. associated withthebuilt-in controller the water heater. Thiscode is temperature remote controller and miscommunication between the This code indicates a Problem Code 741:Remote Control 1. system stopped theignitionprocess. should have beenpresent, sothe system duringstart up.Noflames A false flamewas detected bythe Detec Code 721:False Flame . Inspecttheflamesensorto 2. 22 • On-Demand Water Heater Handbookfor Service X3PModels remote from theheater. off power before disconnecting the on, thiserror code willresult. Turn the heater withthepower supply If you disconnect theremote from code. remotes willresult inthiserror An incorrect remote ormultiple built-in temperature controller. may beusedinadditionto the is installed. Onlyoneremote heater’s installation manual. remote’s instruction sheet andthe with thewater heater. Refer to the WARNING! further assistance. technical department service for Igniter Rod, p.33.Contact the Cleaning theFlameSensorand the assembly, ifnecessary. See ceramic housingfor cracks. Clean see ifitisdirty. Also, checkthe personal injuryordeath. so couldleadto fire, explosion, power to theunit.Failure to do on
Shut offallgas and not . Checkthevoltage across the 3. Power surges can cause thisfault. If 2. Checkthat allwiringisproperly 1. associated withtheremote controller. controller. heater andthe miscommunication between thewater This code indicates a Controller Code 751:Temperature Checkthevoltage across thewires 5. Power surges can cause thisfault. If 4. Make sure that allwiringis 3. computer board (PCB). voltage isoutofrange, replace the in temperature controller. Ifthe normal range, replace thebuilt- be 11VDCand17VDC.Ifwithin remote. Normalvoltage should wires that are connected to the nuisance faults. adequate surge protection to prevent frequent power surges occur, install temperature controller. connected to thebuilt-in (PCB). range, replace thecomputer board remote. Ifthevoltage isoutof within normalrange, replace the voltage shouldbe11-17VDC.If coming to theremote. Normal nuisance faults. adequate surge protection to prevent frequent power surges occur, install properly. connected to theremote controller NOTE: Problem Problem built-in Thiscode is temperature not in Easy-Link System . Verify that theheater in question 2. Inspectthewiringbetween the 1. To address thiserror, dothefollowing: heater’s power off andthenbackon. the easy-link wires orcycle theparent To reset thecode, eitherreconnect heater inanEasy-Link system. This code willdisplay ontheparent communication withat least oneheater. unit intheEasy-Link system haslost A 761error code meansthat theparent Code 761:Communica during different phasesofoperation. These codes are related andappear Code 051and101) or Exhaust GasBlockage (also Code 991:Combus link system. to remove thisheater from theeasy- parent heater’s power off andthenon heater to troubleshoot, thencycle the disconnected theeasy-link wire to a If theerror appeared whenyou has power to thecomputer board. identified bythecode. Parent heater andtheheater • • • • • computer board ison. Make sure theswitch above the Code 101:Thiserror code will hour timeperiod. This checkoccurs onceina 24- during thepost purge sequence. air and/or exhaust vent issues appear ifthere are combustion Code 051:Thiserror code will water heater inquestion. Verify proper supplypower to the blown. absorber inthefusebox hasnot Make sure that afuseorsurge on Airand/ on Error TROUBLESHOOTING on MIN MAX erence erence onal Fuel onal ff ed limits when fi greater ring is fi INCREASE DECREASE by B149.1. ed open and MAX ple taps on of the Na the heater is in standby is in standby the heater and when it is running with mul on the computer pressed board? and standby between maximum the supply than 1 inch W.C., and/or meter, line, gas be undersized. may regulator In Canada, do not NOTE: the maximum exceed drop pressure allowable permi lines the gas that Verify the correct for sized are Gas NOTE: of gas. volume based will vary line capacity line material on type of gas the installa to used. Refer Is the gas supply pressure supply pressure Is the gas within speci di If the pressure manual or the current edi Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/ Gas or Natural 54 (U.S.) NFPA Code, B149.1 and Propane (Canada). NOTE: Do not proceed to the to Do not proceed NOTE: this one has until step next and these been completed been ruled out. have causes venting, installed Improperly settings, DIP switch incorrect Checking Combustion Status. Checking Combustion
8.3 8.1 8.2 Figure 5: Figure 8. following: Check the . above above . on? The water your ng for higher are ons that vent manual for on 26. on page ngs” 90-degree ngs. Each than 2,000 feet above sea above than 2,000 feet “DIP Switch to Refer level. Se requirements. requirements. sea level or less. A DIP sea level for is required change switch installa heater is 2,000 heater Is the heater set to the to set Is the heater eleva correct se default elbow is equal to 5 feet of 5 feet to elbow is equal the to pipe. Refer straight installa se Fan motor intake motor Fan Air intake and exhaust Air intake screen tray Rain protection • • • 3.2 any breakage and/or burn marks on burn marks and/or breakage any the PCB. air lines. Clear them if any or intake Check the following: found. are the minimum clearances that that the minimum clearances outlined in the installation are (Doing so codes. manual and local flue gas the risk of will minimize no that ensure Also, recirculation.) gasses exhaust other appliance’s the intake. be pulled into can cabinet heater’s inside the water on the fan and inside the fan and cabinet blades. Clean the fan also It may debris is present. if any debris inspect for be necessary to of the burners or a partial blockage the flame quality. affect could that On-Demand Water Heater Service Handbook for X3P Models • X3P Models • Service Handbook for Heater On-Demand Water 23 4. 4. for wiring connections Check for 5. in the vent obstructions Check for 6. 6. meet the terminations that Verify 7. air signs of contaminated Check for . ving, Replacing, This water heater’s gas heater’s This water the correct ngs, p. 25 for Familiarize yourself with yourself Familiarize Are the DIP switches set for for set the DIP switches Are and size vent the correct DIP Switch to Refer length? Se NOTE: NOTE: appear if there are combustion combustion are appear if there issues vent exhaust air and/or sequence. pre-purge during the will code Code 991: This error combustion are appear if there issues vent exhaust air and/or operation. during heater 3.1 • the gas type of the water heater heater of the water type the gas the type applied to the gas matches unit. the confirm type is field convertible, type the gas matches orifice installed supplied. See Remo the Gas Orifice and Verifying make 47. Next, Assembly on page DIP switch the gas-type that sure 5 on (See Table is correct. setting 27.) page specified in the requirements manual (e.g., vent installation and length). diameter the components before attempting attempting before the components the Installation Use these procedures. the component Manual and reference of the pages few on the last schematic manual. must procedures These first! Safety by licensed, qualified be performed to Failure only. service professionals lead to could observe this warning injury or death. personal is not liable for The manufacturer if he/ the actions of the technician or all safety any to adhere to she fails to in regards specifically procedures, safety. and gas electrical 1. that verify to plate Check the rating 2. the meets the venting that Verify 3. settings. the DIP switch Verify WARNING! WARNING! TROUBLESHOOTING 24 • On-Demand Water Heater Handbookfor Service X3PModels 10. Reset Procedure Contact Technical Support 9. code: to clearthe101/521/991error Complete thefollowing procedure correct values, ifnecessary. adjust themanifold pressure to the approval from Technical Support, (See Table 1onpage 4.)With regarding themanifold pressure. 10.6 10.5 10.4 10.3 10.2 10.1 manifold pressure readings. venting orheater and obstructions inthe above thecomputer board. opera in standby andready for to placethewater heater O power on.Press theOn/ A using theon/o Shut o back o The green LEDwillthenturn computer board turnson. the green LEDonthe Release thebu page 30.) seconds. (SeeFigure 11on DECREASE bu hold theINCREASE and simultaneously press and On thecomputer board, standby light iso controller sotheamber the remote/temperature Press theon/o heater ispowered on. Make sure that thewater ff er 5seconds, turnthe bu ff on. ff on thecontroller
power to theheater .