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MAINTENANCE REQUIREMENTS
MINOR MAINTENANCE EVERY SIX MONTHS
It is recommended minor maintenance be performed every six (6) months. Minor maintenance can be
performed by the dwelling occupant.
The minor maintenance includes:
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Operate the easing lever on the temperature pressure relief valve.
It is very important the lever is raised
and lowered gently.
on page 8.
Warning:
Water discharged from the temperature pressure relief valve drain line will be hot. Exercise
care to avoid any splashing of water by standing
clear of the drain line’s point of discharge when operating
the valve’s easing lever.
•
Operate the easing lever on the expansion control valve (if fitted).
It is very important the lever is raised
and lowered gently.
on page 8.
•
Check the performance of the temperature limiting valve (E5X series water heater).
Use a thermometer to measure the water temperature from the hot tap used primarily for personal hygiene
nearest to the water heater. If the water temperature exceeds 50°C, phone your nearest Solahart Dealer
to arrange for an inspection. Refer to
on page 17.
•
Check the drain line from the safe tray (if one is installed) is not blocked.
MAJOR SERVICE EVERY FIVE YEARS
It is recommended a major service be conducted on the water heater every five (5) years.
Warning
: Servicing of a water heater must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Phone your nearest
Solahart Dealer.
Note:
The major service and routine replacement of any components, such as the anode and relief valve(s),
are not included in the Solahart warranty. A charge will be made for this work. Only genuine replacement parts
should be used on this water heater.
The major service includes the following actions:
•
Replace the temperature limiting valve (E5X series water heater ).
•
Replace the temperature pressure relief valve.
•
Inspect and flush the expansion control valve (if fitted). If required, replace the valve.
•
Inspect and if required, replace the anode.
If the anode is not replaced, it should be replaced within five (5) years of this service. Refer to
on page 19.
•
Check the electric heating units for excessive calcium build-up or corrosion and replace if necessary.
•
Visually check the unit for any potential problems.
•
Inspect all connections.
•
Check the drain line from the safe tray (if one is installed) is not blocked.
Note:
The water heater may need to be drained during this service. After the completion of the service, the
water heater will take some time to reheat the water.
