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4.3 RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE
INTERVAL MAINTENANCE TASK
At initial start-up Tighten electrical connections. See SECTION 3.3.1 .
One week after initial start-up Check and tighten electrical connections. See SECTION
4.2.2 .
Every three months Tighten electrical connections.
Annually Drain, clean and flush heating system.
Check for cracked or weakened hoses and replace if
necessary.
Check electrical wiring and connections for signs of wear
and excessive heat.
Check mounting bolts and tighten if necessary.
Remove element and clean element and tank. See
SECTION 4.2.7 .
Every three years or 25,000 hours of operation HOTSTART recommends replacing the control thermostat
sensing unit every three years or 25,000 hours of operation.
Thermostats are rated for 100,000 cycles. See SECTION
4.2.6 .
Every five years Replace magnetic contactors. See
SECTION 4.2.4 .
4.4 STORAGE REQUIREMENTS
If long-term storage is necessary, precautions must be
taken to ensure that the heating system is operational
for start-up. Steps must be taken to ensure that water
ingress is mitigated at all locations. All plugs and caps
must remain tight and a suitable cover must be provided
for the system. The cover must shield the system from
direct rain and protect from any directed spray that may
occur.