Simple Troubleshooting for Hott Rod
PROBLEM | CAUSE | SOLUTION |
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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 DIAMONDÂ or your local RV service center. |
ITEM | TEST | RESULTS | ACTION |
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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 |