rheem 8k tankless water heater


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Old 01-18-20, 04:19 PM
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rheem 8k tankless water heater

new unit new,40amp breaker, new 8/2 with ground wire. LED
control panel does not light up, and no hot water. . I have power to the unit and thru it with or without the water on. this is the second one and the same problem. Any suggestions would be appreciated. thanks
 
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Old 01-18-20, 04:37 PM
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Can you provide a brand and model number? Someone here should be able to help if they have some basic information.
 
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Old 01-18-20, 05:02 PM
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Have you tested the power at the water heater and confirmed you have 240v between the two hots?
 
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Old 01-19-20, 07:56 AM
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make and model # rheem rtex-08 220v
 
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Old 01-19-20, 07:59 AM
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I have power to the unit and thru it
Have you actually confirmed 240v at the heater ?
That is your next step.
 
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yes, new 40 amp breaker and wire, 8/2 with ground
 
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Old 01-19-20, 08:06 AM
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tested with my meter 240 v at the unit, unit is brand new ( 2nd. one ) cold water in, same temp out. and l e d lights do not come on at the control panel
 
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Old 01-19-20, 08:18 AM
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You've confirmed 240v at the unit so the supply is correct.
That only leaves the pressure/water flow sensor as a problem or water flow to low to turn unit on.

Diagnostics are on page 9 but there isn't much to check.
Rheem installation manual
 
 

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