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Service – American Water Heater ABCG3 User Manual

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— It is possible that the high limit (E.C.O.) has functioned to

shut off the appliance. See FEATURES — Water Temperature
Control for reset procedure. Contact your serviceman if limit
continues to function to shut off appliance.

SYSTEM DIAGNOSTICS

Your water heater is equipped with an ignition module that
incorporates a diagnostic system to assist in troubleshooting
the appliance. The indicator codes on the ignition module are
as follows:

1 flash

System lockout (retries or cycles exceeded)

2 flashes

Pressure switch stuck close

3 flashes

Pressure switch stuck open

4 flashes

Open on high temperature limit switch (eco)

6 flashes

115 volt AC power reversed (check polarity)

7 flashes

Low flame sense signal (make sure flame
sensor is in burner flame)

8 flashes

Check ignitor

TABLE 11.

continuous flash -> continuous flame sensed > 5 seconds
without gas valve

continuous on -> internal control failure - replace ignition control
module.

Use this diagnostic system in conjunction with the
“OPERATIONAL CHECKLIST” and the “SEQUENCE OF
OPERATION” to troubleshoot the appliance.

SERVICE

The installer may be able to observe and correct certain
problems which may arise when the unit is put into operation.
HOWEVER, it is recommended that only qualified
servicemen, using appropriate test equipment, be allowed
to service the heater.

As preliminary step, check wiring against diagram, check for
grounded, broken or loose wires. Check all wire ends to be sure
that they are making good contact.

ELECTRICAL SERVICING

CAUTION

LABEL ALL WIRES PRIOR TO DISCONNECTION WHEN
SERVICING CONTROLS. WIRING ERRORS CAN CAUSE
IMPROPER AND DANGEROUS OPERATION.

VERIFY PROPER OPERATION AFTER SERVICING.