Specifications
TM013 Vulcan Electric Service Instructions REV: D 
D.O.I.: 05/09 
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Single Element 
YES
NONO
YES
NO
YES
YES
YES
YES
Single Element Diagnostic
Install the element correctly and 
reset the ECO
Slide out the thermostat and allow 
the contact base to cool.
NO
Replace thermostat
Locate wiring failure and repairNO
NO Replace element
Are the thermostat ECO 
contacts closed?
ECO TEST 1
Is the element installed in the 
correct orientation?
Are the thermostat contacts 
closed?
THERMOSTAT TEST 1
Is the tank water 8°C less 
than the thermostat 
temperature setting?
Does the element have the 
correct resistance?
ELEMENT TEST 
Is the overall resistance of the 
water heater correct?
RESISTANCE TEST
Replace thermostat
Water heater electrically OK,
Did the thermostat contacts 
closed?
THERMOSTAT TEST 1
Replace thermostatNO










