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Ao smith electric water heater troubleshooting.
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The most common problem is with the 100 series.
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This indicates a bad thermocouple and will need to have the pilot assembly.
Electric water heaters are high voltage 240 volt appliances that are dangerous to work with when the power is on.
Gas and electric hot water heater troubleshooting and repair guide tips for homeowners.
Find the most common problems that can cause a ao smith water heater not to work and the parts instructions to fix them.
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The pilot ignites the water heater s gas burner.
No hot water not enough hot water slow hot water recovery overheating and loud or unusual noises.
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If an ao smith water heater will not produce hot water you should first determine if it s a 100 200 or 300 series.
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Sometimes carbon deposits can build up on the pilot and eventually create a restriction.
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If the pilot does not light the water heater will not heat.
If the pilot cannot be cleaned replace it.
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If the pilot is restricted try removing it and clearing it with a stiff brush and or compressed air.
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The main indications of electric water heater problems are.
Usually the pilot light will go out will not stay lit without holding on the black gas valve control.