TM005 Rheem Solar Hiline Service Instructions REV D
D.O.I 20/02/2009
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Fault finding (Chart 7)
Is the leak from
the tank?
Replace o-rings and
connectors if damaged
or cracked.
Is the leak from the
T&PR valve?
Is the leak from a
collector connection?
NO
YES
YES
YES
Is the leak from the
anode thread?
Reseal the anode.
Is the leak from the
collector?
Is water running from
the bottom of the
collector?
Is the system in an
area that is prone to
frost?
Replace the collector.
Replace the collector.
No warranty applies if leak
is due to frost.
Is the leak from the
heating unit gasket?
Replace the heating unit
gasket.
Is the leak from a
plumbing fitting?
Reseal the plumbing
fittings.
Tank may be leaking, feel
for hot spots on the jacket.
Replace tank.
NO
YES
YES
NO
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES
YES
YES
Condensate may be
forming in the collector.
This is a normal condition.
NO
NO
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Leaking water
3.1
Is the leak from the
Sunstat valve?
Replace the Sunstat
valve.
YES
NO
NOTE
: All installations above 600 metres are not
covered by warranty for frost damage to the collectors
Is the cold pipe a 1"
insulated pipe?
NO
YES
