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.
| 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 |