Whirlpool Water Heater Sensor Failure

If the high limit sensor or water temperature sensor malfunctions let the water drain from the heater tube by loosening the black split nuts on each side of the heater tube.

Whirlpool water heater sensor failure.

Most whirlpool water heaters come with diagnostic code lights that can help pinpoint problems. Fetch full source. If the water heater is not working and none of these lights are lit this is your first clue that something is wrong with the power. Air control valves 10.

Internal sensor failure the information on this web site is supplemental to the printed instructions that came with your water heater. To reduce the risk of property damage serious injury or death read and follow all labels on the water heater and the safety instructions in the printed owner s manual. I just replaced the electronic control board located on the top of the tank. I have a whirlpool 40 gallon water heater model ee2h40rd045v.

The new board has a blinking light that indicates the need to replace a sensor. It is possible that a breaker has tripped or a fuse has blown rendering the system ineffective.