Troubleshooting

Simple Troubleshooting for Hott Rod

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
Does Not Work Power Source Check all components are connected and corrected power supply 110VAC. Use multi-meter, check breakers.
Thermostat Check thermostat to see if wires are properly connected
Probe Check probe to see if plug is attached, disconnect Power and check multi-meter for short, and/or Remove probe from drain and check for visual damage.
Water is WARM Thermostat Re-set thermostat higher to desired water temp.
Water is too HOT Thermostat Check thermostat to ensure it is mounted directly against tank. The thermostat must contact the tank surface.
Thermostat Reset thermostat lower to desired water temp.
ECO trips Thermostat Reset RED ECO button manually. If it trips again, Quickly AND IMMEDIATELY disconnect power and check All components with a multi-meter and a visual inspection, contact DIAMOND or your local RV service center.
ITEM TEST RESULTS ACTION
PROBE PIN TO PIN GET READING GOOD
(PHOTO) NO READING DEFECT - REPLACE
PIN TO SIDE GET READING DEFECT - REPLACE
NO READING GOOD
THERMOSTAT 1st SCREW TO LAST WITH NO POWER ON READING - GOOD
(PHOTO) NO READING DEFECT - REPLACE

An authorized RV Service Center should handle any additional troubleshooting.

Hott Rod Specifications

MATERIAL 304 STAINLESS STEEL VOLTS: 110 VAC
WATTS: 6 GAL: 400W 10 GAL: 675W
CURRENT DRAW/AMPS: 6 GAL: 4 AMPS 10 GAL: 6AMPS
OHMS: 6 GAL: 29-31 OHMS 10 GAL: 18-20 OHMS