Timberk SWH FSQ1 100 V, Instruction Manual

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9. MAINTENCE
Fig. 9 Fig. 10
1. Check the power plug and outlet as often as possible. Secure electrical
contact and also proper grounding must be provided. The plug and outlet
must not heat excessively.
2. If the water heater is not used for a long time, especially in regions with
low air temperature (below 0°C), it is necessary to drain water from the
heater .
3. To ensure long reliable water heater operation, it is recommended to
regularly clean the internal tank and remove deposits on the electric heating
element of the water heater, as well as check condition of the magnesium
anode and, if necessary, replace it with a new one.
4. Preventive operations must be performed upon strict observance of the
operation manual and safety precautions.
5. The water heater is equipped with a thermal switch, which cuts off power
supply of the heating element upon water overheating or its absence in the
water heater. If the water heater is connected to the mains, but water is
IMPORTANT!
The manufacturer provides an extended guarantee
for particular water heater components provided that
timely and proper routine maintenance is performed
by specialists of an authorized service center (see the
guarantee card).
IMPORTANT!
If these actions had no positive result or the thermal
switch turns off repeatedly during a short period of
time, then you should de-energize the water heater,
cut off water supply and contact your local Timberk
Authorized Service Center for a consult or repair of the
appliance.
not heated and the indicator doesn’t light up, then the thermal switch was
switched off or not switched on. To reset the water heater to the operating
condition, it is necessary to:
- de-energize the water heater, remove the plate of the side / lower cover
for horizontal-type/vertical-type water heater respectively.
- for FSQ1 series vertical-type water heaters: unscrew retaining nut of the
thermal switch, fastened on the flange of the heating element, turn the
thermal switch and press the button, located in the center of the thermal
switch, until it clicks; Fig. 10;
- if the button is not pressed and there is no clicking, then you should wait
until the thermal switch cools down to the initial temperature.
6. Bear in mind to check serviceability of the relief valve every 14 days –
inspection method:
- turn the discharge lever to the left up until you feel the change of thread,
then water must start flowing from the valve’s hole. After checking the
water flow, return the lever to its initial position.
7. If necessary, wipe external surfaces of the heater by a damp cloth with
soap.