Specifications

TM016 Rheem Gas Permanent Pilot Service Instructions
D.O.I: 01/2006
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Fault Finding Chart 6
Is
the noise
only evident when
the pilot is
burning?
Is
the inlet
gas pressure
exceeding the
specified
limit?
Incorrect pilot injector fitted:
Replace with correct injector
Pilot injector dirty:
Remove and clean pilot injector
Refer to gas installer or gas utility
YES NO
YES
Is
the noise
only evident when
the main burner
is on?
Is
the noise water
hammer?
Is the
noise only evident
when water is flowing
through the water
heater?
Is
the water
pressure above
1120kPa?
Check for:
Noisy burner operation due to
incorrect gas pressure or aeration.
Poor quality water supply i.e dam
water sludge - Flush tank
YES
Refer to water hammer causes.
See section on “Common Faults”
YES
Check all other appliances that
can generate noise i.e washing
machine, dishwasher, ball cocks
etc.
NO
Check for faulty stop cock, non-
return valve or T&PR valve
Check for restrictions in pipe work,
faulty valves, loose plumbing, other
appliances i.e washing machine or
dishwasher. Fit 600kPa PLV if
pressure excessive
YES
NO
NO
NO
NO
YES
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