Page 2 - TABLE OF CONTENTS; General Information
2 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Specifications 4 Sequence of Operations 5 1. Ignition Sequence 6 2. Monitoring Sequence 7 3. Shutdown Sequence 8 Error Code Table 9 Components “Callouts” 15 Maintenance Mode “How To” 16 Control Board “Callou...
Page 3 - Diagnostic Charts
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 3 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 33 Error Code 64 34 Error Code 66 35 Error Code 68 51 Error Code 70 52 Error Code 72 61 Error Code 74 65 Error Code 76 66 Error Code 78 71 Error Code 80 72 Error Code 82 76 Error Code 84 79 Error Code 86 80 Error Code 88 82 Err...
Page 4 - Specifications common to all models
4 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 4 Specifications common to all models Model See specification sheets for current models and specs Purpose Domestic Hot Water (DHW) supply for showers, cleaning, and laundry Rated Gas Input Btu/Hr.) See specification sheets for current models and s...
Page 5 - Sequence of Operations
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 5 5 Sequence of Operations ACTION EXPLANATION Hot water faucet is open creating a demand Hot water draw initiates water flow thru the water heater Water flows thru the Water Flow Sensor Minimum flow rate of .4 GPM to activate @ 35 o T Control Board ...
Page 6 - – Ignition Sequence
6 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 6 YES NO Health Check 82 – Program Chip 79 – Blower Motor 71 – Gas Control Valve 76 – Remote Control 14 – OHL Open Hot Water Tap Up & Down Buttons 24: Activated > 20 Seconds Thermistors Check Blower Speed Flue Blockage Detect Flame False Fl...
Page 7 - Flow Chart; – Monitoring Sequence: while unit is in
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 7 7 Flow Chart No Flame Failure 10 Warning Code Flashing 05 Warning Code Flashing Yes Yes No No Decrease of Fan Motor Ventilation Imperfect Combustion Alarm Attempt to Re-Ignite 12 Yes 1-2 Ignition Attempts Condensation Not Draining 29: Condensing O...
Page 8 - – Shutdown Sequence
8 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 8 Close Hot Water Tap Checking Blower Motor Detect Flame? Gas Control Valve Off Unit in Stand-By mode 80: Gas Control Valve 51: Gas Control Valve Yes (8 Seconds Later) 99 3 – Shutdown Sequence
Page 9 - Error Code
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 9 9 Error Code Code Fault Remedy No Code Flow Rate/Maintenance: Nothing Happens When Water Is Flowing Through Unit . (Control Board Displays Water Temp) 1. Increase water flow rate or set higher temperature 2. New Installations: Ensure hot and cold ...
Page 15 - COMPONENTS
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 15 15 COMPONENTS 1. Condensing ONLY: Secondary Stainless Steel Heat Exchanger 2. Condensing ONLY: Neutralizer 3. Primary Heat Exchanger 4. Flame Rod(s) 5. Sight Glass 6. Igniter Rod 7. Igniter Coil 8. Gas Control Valve 9. Water Control & Bypass ...
Page 16 - Maintenance Mode Panel Display
16 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 16 Maintenance Mode Panel Display The Rheem Tankless has a Maintenance Mode chart on the Remote Control. To access the Maintenance Mode, turn the unit OFF at Remote Control and make sure water flow is OFF. Then hold down the UP and DOWN arrow key...
Page 18 - CONTROL BOARD – Color Picture; M T
18 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 18 CONTROL BOARD – Color Picture • Each letter indicates the connector identifier es ood. Proceed to your error code to resolve the sue. The error codes are listed in the table of ontents. M T MIN MAX ADJ
Page 19 - CONTROL BOARD
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 19 19 CONTROL BOARD DIP #1 – Adjust max temperature; EZ Link cable DIP #2 – Adjust for altitude differential MIN & MAX – Adjust water temperature setting; gas pressure; etc. ADJ – Adjust gas pressure etc. M – Flame Rod for all models (detects fl...
Page 22 - No Error Code & No Hot Water; (Remote Control Displays Hot Water Temperature Setting)
22 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 22 No Error Code & No Hot Water (Remote Control Displays Hot Water Temperature Setting) Explanation: No hot water is delivered when water is flowing through unit and Remote Control displays the hot water temperature setting. Possible Causes: ...
Page 24 - Lime and scale flushing procedure for tankless water heaters:
24 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 24 1L - Warning Code Explanation: The Control Board has detected possible lime build-up inside the heat exchanger. To prevent permanent damage to the unit, the unit must be drained and flushed. Flushing procedures may need to be repeated for exce...
Page 26 - 5 – Warning Code; GAS SUPPLY & VENTING
26 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 26 05 – Warning Code Explanation: The Flame Rod has detected improper burner combustion. The unit is NOT able to maintain the proper fuel/air mixture for proper combustion. This warning code is commonly caused by VENTING and/or GAS SUPPLY. The un...
Page 29 - 0 – Warning Code
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 29 29 10 – Warning Code Explanation: The Blower Motor is not creating enough ventilation. The system passed the pre-purge cycle, but detects vent blockage during normal operation. The unit will continue to operate but may eventually shut down with E...
Page 30 - BLOWER MOTOR DIAGNOSTICS
30 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 30 BLOWER MOTOR DIAGNOSTICS : Turn power OFF. Remove and reinsert connector “G” on Control Board. Attempt to operate unit again. IF 10 Warning Code does NOT display, unit had a loose connection. 1 Remove 3 screws holding Blower Motor in place. Cl...
Page 31 - 0 – Warning Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 31 31 10 – Warning Code Diagnostic Chart YES NO NO YES YES NO Test DC voltage across black and red wires on connector “G”: 144 – 192 DC VOLTS Is the DC voltage OK? Remove and reinsert connector “G” at Control Board. Attempt to operate unit again. IF...
Page 33 - 1 – Error Code
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 33 33 11 – Error Code Explanation: This error code is commonly a result of GAS SUPPLY and/or VENTING. Flame Rod(s) does not detect flame. This Is caused by the following: Inadequate GAS SUPPLY; Inadequate VENTING; Igniter Rod NOT sparking; Build-up ...
Page 34 - IGNITER ROD DIAGNOSTICS:
34 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 34 IGNITER ROD DIAGNOSTICS: (spark is NOT visible) Turn power OFF. Remove and reinsert connector “H” on Control Board. 1 Remove and reinsert Igniter Coil cable on Igniter Rod. Turn power ON. Remove and reinsert white Molex connector at Igniter Co...
Page 35 - IGNITER ROD Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 35 35 IGNITER ROD Diagnostic Chart YES NO NO Check AC Volts across 2 grey wires on connector “H” while unit is attempting to ignite: 108 – 132 Volts AC Attempt to operate unit again. IF Igniter Rod does not spark and unit malfunctions due to Error C...
Page 38 - GAS CONTROL VALVE DIAGNOSTICS:
38 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 38 GAS CONTROL VALVE DIAGNOSTICS: (Igniter Rod DOES spark & NO flame) Turn power OFF. Remove and reinsert connector “K” on Control Board. 1 Locate PGFR valve on lower right of unit. Remove and reinsert Molex connector with red wire and Molex ...
Page 39 - GAS CONTROL VALVE Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 39 39 GAS CONTROL VALVE Diagnostic Chart NO YES YES NO While unit is attempting to ignite, check DC voltage across red wire #1 and black wire #2 on connector “R”: 1.5 – 14 DC VOLTS Is the DC voltage OK? Attempt to operate unit again. IF the unit mal...
Page 41 - CONTROL BOARD Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 41 41 CONTROL BOARD Diagnostic Chart NO NO NO NO NO YES Measure DC voltage across black wire #6 and yellow wire #1 on connector “K”: 90 – 120 DC Volts Is the voltage OK? Measure DC voltage across black wire #6 and red wire #5 on connector “K”: 90 – ...
Page 43 - 2 – Error Code
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 43 43 12 – Error Code Explanation: Commonly a result of inadequate GAS SUPPLY. Unit detected the presence of flame then Flame Rod lost flame recognition. First Check: *GAS SUPPLY & VENTING* Diagnostic Checks: • GAS SUPPLY & VENTING • Flame R...
Page 47 - 3 – Error Code; GROUND CONNECTION DIAGNOSTICS
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 47 47 13 – Error Code Explanation: Indoor units ONLY. Flame Rod 2 (FL #2) is detecting poor combustion. This is commonly caused by inadequate or improperly installed VENTING (venting includes fresh air intake and exhaust). Other possible causes: Poo...
Page 50 - 4 – Error Code
50 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 50 14 – Error Code Explanation: Mid & High Efficiency: Over Heat Limiter (OHL) malfunction. High Efficiency ONLY: Over heat condition in the venting has triggered the Over Temp Limit Switch Diagnostic Checks: • Mid & High Efficiency: OHL ...
Page 51 - 4 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 51 51 14 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart NO High Efficiency ONLY: Check for continuity across the Over Temp Switch Turn power OFF and remove Molex connector “U”. Measure resistance between both white wires: 50K – 500K Ohms The OHL has activated due to...
Page 53 - 5 – Error Code; HEAT EXCHANGER THERMISTOR DIAGNOSTICS:
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 53 53 15 – Error Code Explanation: The hot water temperature and/or heat exchanger temperature reached 207 degrees F for more than 15 seconds. IMPORTANT: Inadequate GAS SUPPLY and/or VENTING will create hot spots in the heat exchanger. Diagnostic Ch...
Page 54 - 6 – Error Code; OUTLET THERMISTOR DIAGNOSTICS:
54 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 54 16 – Error Code Explanation: Outlet water temperature is too hot. The water temperature is above the set point on Remote Control. Check the Outlet Thermistor FIRST. Diagnostic Checks: 1. Outlet Thermistor 2. Water Bypass Valve OUTLET THERMISTO...
Page 55 - 6 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 55 55 16 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart Check the resistance across 2 black wires on bottom Molex: 7k – 23K Ohms Clean Outlet Thermistor. Retest Thermistor. IF tests OK, the water heater appears to be normal, attempt to operate unit again. IF resista...
Page 56 - 4 – Error Code; REMOTE CONTROL DIAGNOSTICS
56 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 56 24 – Error Code Explanation: Remote Control buttons were depressed for more than 20 seconds. IF you were manually holding down any Remote Control buttons for more than 20 seconds, release the buttons and NO Error Code will be displayed. Unit w...
Page 57 - 4 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 57 57 24 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart YES NO Unplug unit and remove Remote Control wires from wiring terminals on bottom of unit. Use a new short piece of wire to connect the Remote Control directly to the Remote Control Wiring Terminals located at...
Page 59 - 9 – Error Code; CONDENSATE DRAIN DIAGNOSTICS:
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 59 59 29 – Error Code Explanation: High Efficiency Condensing Units ONLY: Condensate Drain is NOT draining. Diagnostic Checks: • Plug not removed from condensate drain • Pinch in condensate drain line • Blockage in condensate drain line • Drain line...
Page 60 - 1 – Error Code; INLET THERMISTOR DIAGNOSTICS:
60 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 60 31 – Error Code Explanation: Inlet Thermistor malfunction Diagnostic Checks: • Inlet Thermistor INLET THERMISTOR DIAGNOSTICS: Turn power OFF. Remove 3 screws for Control Board mounting bracket. Remove connectors “M”, “T” & “G”. Pull Contro...
Page 61 - 1 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 61 61 31 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart NO NO Check the resistance across 2 white wires on bottom Molex: 7K – 23K Ohms Clean scale build-up on Inlet Thermistor. Retest Thermistor. IF tests OK, the water heater appears to be normal. Attempt to operate...
Page 62 - 2 – Error Code; HEAT EXHCANGER THERMISTOR DIAGNOSTICS:
62 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 62 32 – Error Code Explanation: Heat Exchanger Thermistor malfunction Diagnostic Checks: • Heat Exchanger Thermistor HEAT EXHCANGER THERMISTOR DIAGNOSTICS: Turn power OFF. Remove 3 screws for Control Board mounting bracket. Remove connectors “M”,...
Page 63 - 2 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 63 63 32 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart Check the resistance across 2 white wires on bottom Molex: 7k – 23K Ohms Replace wiring harness for Connector “R” on Control Board Clean Scale Build-Up on Heat Exchanger Thermistor. Retest Thermistor. IF test O...
Page 64 - 3 – Error Code
64 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 64 33 – Error Code Explanation: Outlet Thermistor malfunction Diagnostic Checks: • Outlet Thermistor OUTLET THERMISTOR DIAGNOSTICS: Turn power OFF. Remove 3 screws for Control Board mounting bracket. Remove connectors “M”, “T” & “G”. Pull Con...
Page 65 - 3 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 65 65 33 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart Check the resistance across 2 black wires on bottom Molex: 7k – 23K Ohms Clean Scale Build-Up on Outlet Thermistor. Retest Thermistor. IF tests OK, the water heater appears to be normal. Attempt to operate unit...
Page 66 - 4 – Error Code; AMBIENT THERMISTOR DIAGNOSTICS:
66 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 66 34 – Error Code Explanation: Ambient Thermistor malfunction Diagnostic Checks: • Ambient Thermistor AMBIENT THERMISTOR DIAGNOSTICS: Turn power OFF. Remove 3 screws for Control Board mounting bracket. Remove connectors “M”, “T” & “G”. Pull ...
Page 67 - 4 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 67 67 34 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart Check the resistance across 2 black wires on bottom Molex: Refer to Data Table below Replace wiring harness for Connector “R” on Control Board Clean Ambient Thermistor. Retest Thermistor. IF tests OK, the water...
Page 68 - 5 – Error Code; THERMISTORS DIAGNOSTICS:
68 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 68 35 – Error Code Explanation: Improper Thermistor connection. Unit has four Thermistors; one or more possibly has a poor connection or not connected in proper location. Diagnostic Checks: • Inlet, Heat Exchanger, Outlet, and Ambient Thermistors...
Page 69 - 5 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 69 69 35 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart Check resistance for all Thermistors at Molex Connector “R” NO YES YES NO Is the resistance for all Thermistors OK? Go to appropriate Sensor Error Code to diagnose: 1. Inlet: Error Code 31 2. Heat Exchanger: Er...
Page 70 - 1 – Error Code; FLAME RODS & GAS VALVE DIAGNOSTICS:
70 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 70 51 – Error Code Explanation: Gas Control Valve malfunction. The unit detects the presence of flame when the demand for hot water is terminated and burner is OFF. This error code will only occur at time of shut down. Diagnostic Checks: • Flame ...
Page 71 - 1 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 71 71 51 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart NO Clean or Replace Flame Rod(s) Water heater appears to be normal. Attempt to operate unit again YES NO YES NO While viewing burner chamber through sight glass: In 10 second intervals; cycle the water heater 3...
Page 72 - 2 – Error Code
72 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 72 52 – Error Code Explanation: PGFR (Proportional Gas Flow Regulator) malfunction. The PGFR is the only modulating valve in the Gas Control Valve. Diagnostic Checks: • PGFR PGFR DIAGNOSTICS: Locate PGFR valve on lower right of unit. Remove and r...
Page 73 - 2 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 73 73 52 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart NO YES YES NO While unit is attempting to go to main burner, check DC voltage across red wire #1 and black wire #2 on Connector “R”: 1.5 – 14 DC VOLTS Is the DC voltage OK? Attempt to operate unit again. If the...
Page 74 - 1 – Error Code
74 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 74 61 – Error Code Explanation: Blower Motor malfunction. Blower Motor speed was not appropriate to allow proper combustion. Diagnostic Checks: • Blower Motor BLOWER MOTOR DIAGNOSTICS : Locate Min & Max buttons on Control Board. Continue to d...
Page 75 - 1 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 75 75 61 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart YES NO NO YES YES NO Test DC voltage across black and red wires on Molex connector “G”: 144 – 192 DC VOLTS Is the DC voltage OK? Remove and reinsert connector “G”. Attempt to operate unit again. If the unit mal...
Page 76 - 5 – Error Code; WATER CONTROL VALVE DIAGNOSTICS:
76 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 76 65 – Error Code Explanation: Water Control Valve malfunction Diagnostic Checks: • Water Control Valve WATER CONTROL VALVE DIAGNOSTICS: Turn power OFF. Remove 3 screws for Control Board mounting bracket. Remove connectors “M”; “T” & “G”. Pu...
Page 77 - 5 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 77 77 65 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart YES NO YES YES NO While water is flowing and unit is attempting to ignite; check DC Voltage across White & Black Wires at connector “C”: 8 – 16 DC VOLTS Is the DC voltage OK? Attempt to operate unit again. ...
Page 78 - 6 – Error Code; WATER BYPASS VALVE DIAGNOSTICS:
78 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 78 66 – Error Code Explanation: Water Bypass Valve malfunction. Hot outlet water temperature is above or below set point on Remote Control. Diagnostic Checks: • Water Bypass Valve WATER BYPASS VALVE DIAGNOSTICS: • Turn power OFF. Remove 3 screws ...
Page 79 - 6 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 79 79 66 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart NO YES YES NO Turn Remote Control OFF; unplug unit and then ON again. Check DC voltage across red and black wires on Molex connector “B”: 8 – 16 DC VOLTS Is the DC voltage OK? Attempt to operate unit again. If ...
Page 80 - 1 – Error Code
80 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 80 71 – Error Code Explanation: Gas Control Valve malfunction Diagnostic Checks: Gas Control Valve GAS CONTROL VALVE DIAGNOSTICS: Turn power OFF. Remove and reinsert connector “K” on Control Board. Attempt to operate unit again. IF 71 Error Code ...
Page 81 - 1 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 81 81 71 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart YES NO While unit is attempting to go to ignite, check DC voltage across yellow and black wires on Molex connector “K”: 75 – 100 DC VOLTS Is the DC voltage OK? Attempt to operate again. If the unit malfunctions...
Page 82 - 2 – Error Code
82 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 82 72 – Error Code Explanation: Flame Rod(s) malfunction. Flame Rod(s) is detecting the presence of flame BEFORE igniter is activated. Diagnostic Checks: • Flame Rod(s) • Gas Control Valve FLAME ROD(s) & GAS CONTROL VALVE DIAGNOSTICS: Remove ...
Page 83 - 2 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 83 83 72 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart NO Clean or Replace Flame Rod(s) Water heater appears to be normal. Attempt to operate again YES NO YES NO Turn power OFF. Unplug unit and plug back in. Turn power ON. While viewing burner chamber through sight...
Page 84 - 6 – Error Code; REMOTE THERMOSTAT DIAGNOSTICS
84 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 84 76 – Error Code Explanation: Communication Fault with Remote Control. Remote Control is not communicating with Control Board Diagnostic Checks: • Remote Control • Wiring REMOTE THERMOSTAT DIAGNOSTICS : Visually inspect Remote Control wiring fo...
Page 85 - 6 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 85 85 76 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart NO YES YES NO Unplug unit and remove Remote Thermostat wires from wiring terminals on bottom of unit. Plug unit in and open a hot water source. Did the unit go to main burner? Attempt to operate unit again. If ...
Page 86 - 9 – Error Code
86 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 86 79 – Error Code Explanation: Blower Motor current fault. The unit detected a fault with the Blower Motor. Diagnostic Checks: • Blower Motor BLOWER MOTOR DIAGNOSTICS : Locate Min & Max buttons on Control Board. Continue to diagnostic chart ...
Page 87 - 9 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 87 87 79 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart YES NO NO YES YES NO Test DC voltage across black and red wires on Molex connector “G”: 144 – 192 DC VOLTS Is the DC voltage OK? Remove and reinsert connector “G”. Attempt to operate unit again. IF the unit mal...
Page 88 - 0 – Error Code
88 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 88 80 – Error Code Explanation: Gas Control Valve malfunction. The unit detects the presence of flame when the demand for hot water is terminated and burner is OFF. This error code will only occur at time of shut down. Diagnostic Checks: • Flame ...
Page 89 - 0 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 89 89 80 – Error Code Diagnostic Chart NO Clean or Replace Flame Rod(s) Water heater appears to be normal. Attempt to operate again YES NO YES NO While viewing burner chamber through sight glass: In 10 second intervals; cycle the water heater 3 time...
Page 90 - 2 – Error Code; PROGRAM CHIP DIAGNOSTICS:
90 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 90 82 – Error Code Explanation: Control Board Program Chip malfunction Diagnostic Checks: • Program Chip PROGRAM CHIP DIAGNOSTICS: Turn power OFF. Verify you have a Program Chip inserted in connector “A”. 1 Remove and reinsert Program Chip. Attem...
Page 91 - 0 – Error Code
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 91 91 90 – Error Code Explanation: The unit detected blockage in the venting during pre-purge cycle. This Error Code will occur BEFORE unit goes to ignition. Possible Causes: • VENTING VENTING: **REFER TO USE & CARE MANUAL** Visually inspect ven...
Page 92 - 2 – Error Code; 3 – Error Code
92 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 92 92 – Error Code Explanation: High Efficiency Condensing Units ONLY. This is a warning code and unit will continue to operate but will eventually shut down due to an error code 93. REPLACE NEUTRALIZER ASAP. * Once Neutralizer is replaced; follo...
Page 93 - 9 – Error Code
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 93 93 99 – Error Code Explanation: The unit detected blockage in the venting during post-purge cycle. Blockage was detected when the demand for hot water terminated and burner was OFF. This error code will only occur at time of shut down. *Unit must...
Page 94 - Diagnostic Points on Printed Circuit Board
94 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 94 Diagnostic Points on Printed Circuit Board Measurement Point Normal Value What you are checking? Connection Wire Color I – J AC 108 – 132V Do you have power to the control board? U W1 – W2 50K Ω – 500K Ω Is the Over Heat Film Wrap OK? S BR1 – ...
Page 97 - All Models; RESISTANCE CHART
SVC 820-Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual Page | 97 97 Inlet, Outlet, & Heat Exchanger Thermistor – All Models (°C) (°F) (kΩ) (V) (°C) (°F) (kΩ) (V) (°C) (°F) (kΩ) (V) -25 -13.00 87.7437 4.746 20 68.00 10.3839 3.442 65 149.00 2.1687 1.579 -24 -11.20 82.9816 4.732 21 69.80 9.9767 3.399 66 150.8...
Page 98 - Ambient Thermistor –
98 | Page SVC 820 Tankless Gas Troubleshooting Manual 98 Ambient Thermistor – RTG64X; RTG84X; RTG95X; RTGH95X; RTGH95DV (°C) (°F) (kΩ) (V) (°C) (°F) (kΩ) ( V ) (°C) (°F) (kΩ) ( V ) -25 -13.00 72.1585 4.694 20 68.00 6.2677 2.857 65 149.00 1.0432 0.908 -24 -11.20 67.6926 4.675 21 69.80 5.9870 2.801 66...