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P I N E C R E S T O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L
WAT E R H E AT E R
The water heater is designed to heat water quickly and efficiently. The water heater manufacturer has preset the
sensing limit to maintain the water temperature when the water heater is activated. Read the safety and operating
information provided in the manufacturer’s manual before attempting to activate the water heater.
Operating instructions
Make sure the water heater is filled with water before use; even momentary operation of the water heater without
water in it may result in damage to the tank and/or controls. Always open both the hot and cold water faucets when
filling the fresh water tank to allow air pockets to be forced out of the water heater.
Draining and winterization
If the RV is to be stored over the winter months, the water heater must be drained to prevent damage from freezing.
It is recommended the water heater be drained and bypassed during the winterization process particularly if intro-
ducing RV antifreeze into the plumbing system.
Odor from the hot water system
Many water sources provide running water with a rotten egg smell. Often called sulfur water, it contains hydrogen
sulfide gas caused by bacteria or chemical action. Generally, sulfur water is not harmful, only unpleasant to smell.
Sulfur water odor is not a service problem.
See Page 135 , Basic Troubleshooting, Water Heater. Also refer to the water heater manufacturer's owner manual for
details on eliminating the odor from sulfur water
High altitude deration
Operation of the water heater at high altitudes may require derating. If the water heater is not properly derated, lack
of sufficient oxygen for combustion may produce improper burner operation. Pilot outage caused by burner lift-off
or sooting from a yellow burner may occur, indicating the possibility of carbon monoxide. You may also notice a lack
of efficiency in heating the water because of incomplete combustion of the burner at these higher altitudes.
Consult with a local propane company, your dealer or the water heater manufacturer for proper derating of the wa-
ter heater. Change out of the orifice (derating) should be done by the dealer or a qualified service agency.
Important Note: Once the RV is returned to lower elevation (below 4500 feet) any high altitude deration or other the
water heater adjustments must be reversed for proper operation.
Pressure and temperature relief valve
A pressure and temperature (P& T) relief valve is a safety requirement for all water heaters. This valve releases any
unsafe pressure in the water heater tank created as cold water is heated. It is normal for the P& T relief valve to re-
lease a small quantity of water during the heating cycle.
One way to reduce water dripping from the P& T relief valve is to maintain an air pocket at the top of the water heat-
er. This air pocket will form in the tank by design; however, it will be reduced over time by the everyday use of your
water heater (refer to the manufacturer’s manual); If the weeping persists, consult your dealer or a service agency
authorized by the water heater manufacturer.
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