If you do hear a click but don't get a flame, you might have a
clogged orifice or bad valve
. These can easily be cleaned and/or replaced. The last step of the RV water heater troubleshooting process is to turn off the LP system to check for a spark.
How do I troubleshoot my RV hot water heater?
What can cause a water heater to stop working?
If an electric water heater is not producing hot water, it could be a simple problem like a
blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker
. Additionally, some electric water heaters have a circuit-style safety switch located near or on the thermostat.
How do you get hot water in a travel trailer?
- Check the water heater bypass valve.
- Open it up and let the water flow into the primary tank.
- Now, connect your RV to a nearby water outlet and use the onboard pump to start pumping water.
- Turn on the hot water tap.
How do I test the heating element in my RV water heater?
Why is the heater in my RV not working?
If the furnace runs, but you aren't getting any heat,
check to see if the propane is turned on
. If the furnace still doesn't run, try lighting a stove burner. This will ensure the stove is getting propane. If the pilot won't light, check to be sure you have propane.
How do I know if my RV water heater element is bad?
What is the most common problem with water heaters?
Water leaks
are perhaps the most common type of water heater issue you'll face. Any water heater will start to leak eventually, as by nature water will eventually corrode your tank and create microscopic cracks or fractures. However, this isn't always a sign that your tank is what's leaking.
Where is the fuse on a water heater?
The heater is usually fused
in the main electrical panel
but some electric water heaters may be fed from a separate fuse or circuit breaker box. If the fuse is blown or breaker is tripped, replace the fuse or re-set the circuit breaker.
Your water heater reset button is a safety device that
shuts off power to your water heater when the water temperature inside it exceeds 180 degrees Fahrenheit
. Side note: the reset button is also sometimes referred to as the ECO (emergency cut off) switch or “high limit safety thermostat switch”.
Where is the hot water tank in a camper?
The switch for the water heater is on the inside of your vehicle, but the ignition system can be located in a compartment on the exterior wall of the passenger side
. Modern RV units utilize easy-to-operate direct ignition systems, which means the heater will kick itself on when the water temperature drops too low.
Where is the check valve on a RV water heater?
Also, while you're out there on the outside of the water heater, be sure the drain plug is not leaking. The check valve(s) (you may have two), however, are located
on the back of the water heater, accessed from inside the coach
.
How do you diagnose a water heater problem?
A water heater that produces no hot water may not be getting power, may have a tripped limit switch, or may have one or more failed heating elements. First,
check the water heater's circuit breaker in the service panel to make sure it hasn't tripped
. If the breaker has tripped, switch it off, then switch it back on.
How much does it cost to replace a water heater element?
Heating Element
If you have a problem with your element, it will probably cost
between $200 and $300
to fix it. Most electric water heaters come with two heating elements. One is at the bottom of the tank.
Why is my heater blowing cold air in my RV?
An RV furnace blowing cold air is a telltale sign of
an issue with the furnace's sail switch
. Whether it's low power voltage or something clogging the switch, an issue with the sail switch can stop the furnace from igniting without stopping airflow, resulting in a gust of cold air.
First, turn off the power supply to the furnace by turning off the breaker in the circuit box. Locate the reset button on the furnace and press it to reset the furnace. It is usually located
inside the blower compartment on the side of the blower motor
. Be cautious as the housing may be hot.
How do I service my RV heater?
How do you check a water heater element?
Touch one of the screws on the face of the element with one of the multimeter probes; place the remaining probe on the remaining screw
. A 3,500-watt element should register 16 ohms, a 4,500-watt element should register between 12 and 13 ohms, and a 5,500-watt element should register between 10 and 11 ohms.
Can you change a water heater element without draining the tank?
It is possible to change your water heater's heating element without draining your tank
.
