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Marco Polanco Posted on Oct 28, 2018
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My richmond tankless water heater is flashing code 14. Its apparently overheating. The coil wrapping plastic paper is burned with a small hole. Because it was loose and touch the hot surface of ignition chamber. Do I just have to replace that wrap?

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Is water flowing through the heater? I recommend an authorized service person. Gas is dangerous.

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on May 29, 2009

SOURCE: Paloma PTG 74PVN Tankless Water Heater

did you check the filters on the the water valves, i am not exactly sure about your codes that are shoeing but if you could read it and post them, i know on some of the units 76 means there is low water pressure and the filters are behind 2 caps one on each side above the shut off valve take off the caps and remove the screens, clean them and replace them ,, make sure you turn off the water on both side first or you will get wet

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Anonymous

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  • Posted on Oct 29, 2009

SOURCE: My Paloma tankless water heater flashes C2 11 error code

I just had the same problem and I fixed it in about an hour or 2. First shut off the gas,water and power(unplug it) Take off the cover There are about 20 screws above the electrical circuit board. You have to remove all of those screws to remove plate that is covering the burner assembly. The burner assembly has these 3 pins that look like number 7's these are covered with build up and gas can't flow right. That's why you get the c211 error not enough gas. Take a wire brush and gently remove any build up, I also cleaned the thermocoupler which is next to the burners. It looks like a metal pin with a couple of wires coming out of it this was also very dirty. I took a can of air and basically freshened it up It works perfect now. Email me with any Q's at [email protected] Good Luck All that you need is a long phillips screw drive and a drill because its about 25 screws
The burner assembly has 2 screws all the in back underneath the assembly once you remove those 2 the assembly comes out . You don't have to disconnect any wires.

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Nov 26, 2009

SOURCE: i have a richmond gas hot water heater model

resetting your lock out for richmond power vent

Anonymous

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  • Posted on Jul 15, 2010

SOURCE: error code 14 shows on the remote for a noritz

This means the thermal fuse has broken and needs replacement. The thermal fuse is a white cord which wraps around the heat exchanger. It typically breaks if the unit is excessively dirty and sooted. Before the fuse is replaced you should make sure the unit is cleaned with compressed air and descaled.

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Mike Butler

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  • Posted on Feb 18, 2011

SOURCE: How can I get an owners manual for a Richmond's

Try this link.

http://demandware.edgesuite.net/aabh_prd/on/demandware.static/Sites-Appliance-Site/Sites-CompactAppliance_Primary/default/v1298033256538/pdf/ownersmanuals/rheem/RTG74IndoorOutdoor_owners.pdf

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Display is flashing "14"

Rheem, Richmond, Paloma tankless computer?
http://waterheatertimer.org/Troubleshoot-Rheem-Tankless-water-heater.html

Add a comment and describe product in detail, with approx age, brand, type of heater, and what you have done so far to keep the unit maintained as shown in product manual.

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I have a Richmond tankless water heater and it has L1 error code...can somebody help me with this?

Might be able to help. Except L1 does not show on any error code file.
Copy following link for Rheem Richmond Ecosense etc computer water heater troubleshoot resources
http://waterheatertimer.org/Troubleshoot-Rheem-Tankless-water-heater.html
Are you sure the error is not IL? Delime tankless.
Or UL flashes and indicates reset.
Or CL flashes and indicates fault history is cleared.
Or error 11 combustion failure? Call for service.
Or P1? Low water pressure, clean water filter check for leaks and crossover caused by bad single-handled faucet cartridge.
I recommend calling Rheem to find local technician who is qualified to work on tankless computers. Tankless are not ordinary water heaters, and they require continual maintenance to avoid common error codes, especially as unit gets 2-3 years old, after warranty has expired.
The required maintenance and expense of repairs, and general fact that people cannot make their own repairs, make tankless computers a bad choice for heating water.
If unit is 4-5 years old, it might be best to install tank-type heater for $385 from Lowes and cut losses.
http://waterheatertimer.org/How-to-install-gas-water-heater.html
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RichmondG40PVpower vent gas water heater

1) Type and brand water heater unknown.
Copy following link for Rheem-Richmond tankless error codes:
http://waterheatertimer.org/Troubleshoot-Rheem-Tankless-water-heater.html

2) Question posted under Richmond tank-type power vent.
Error code 24 appears to be Rheem-Richmond tankless water heater.

3) Add a comment with more information about type, brand, age of water heater including what you have tried so far.

4) Call service technician to catch up on required yearly maintenance.

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My Boch 24ES Highflow Hotwater is showing Code 14 and only runs for i minute then shuts off

Code 14.
What water heater do you have?
Question posted under tankless Bosch, but these error codes start with a letter.
Rheem/Richmond etc Tankless has error code 14
http://waterheatertimer.org/Troubleshoot-Rheem-Tankless-water-heater.html
http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Paloma-Tankless-Error-Codes.pdf
Call tankless service technician.
Ask technician how much it costs to have recommended yearly service.

Or install whole new tank-type gas water heater yourself for $350 from local box store, and avoid the entire headache, then sell tankless online for parts.
http://waterheatertimer.org/How-to-install-gas-water-heater.html

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Code 14 comes up on the remote what does that mean

Before calling Rheem or service technician, open following link for troubleshoot resources including error codes, Rheem chat, typical required maintenance manual, and possible product manual:
http://waterheatertimer.org/Troubleshoot-Rheem-Tankless-water-heater.html
http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Tankless-maintenance.pdf

Error codes are start point for troubleshoot.
Error 14 is 'overheat wrap fault.'
This can include venting problem, failed heat exchanger, bad safety circuit, gas problem.
Rheem does not have a service manual posted for this specific problem.

Additional information: Tankless water heaters consume large amounts of gas during combustion. The combustion burns away hydrogen and the remaining poisonous byproduct is vented into the atmosphere at each home day and night.
Byproduct includes acidic water vapor that condenses along the vent pipe and drips back down vent.
Each tankless vent pipe has a drain line that directs acidic water into household drain.
If this drain line becomes clogged, or if vent was not installed correctly, then water drips down into heat exchanger and can erode or crack exchanger.
The typical maintenance manual above shows steps that can solve many tankless problems before they happen.
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The computer code 14 comes up on the computer what does that mean.

Before calling Rheem or service technician, open following link for troubleshoot resources including error codes, Rheem chat, typical required maintenance manual, and possible product manual:
http://waterheatertimer.org/Troubleshoot-Rheem-Tankless-water-heater.html
http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/Tankless-maintenance.pdf

Error codes are start point for troubleshoot.
http://waterheatertimer.org/pdf/ErrorcodeTroubleshooting.pdf
Error 14 is 'overheat wrap fault.'
This can include venting problem, failed heat exchanger, bad safety circuit, gas problem.
Rheem does not have a service manual posted for this specific problem.

Additional information: Tankless water heaters consume large amounts of gas during combustion. The combustion burns away hydrogen and the remaining poisonous byproduct is vented into the atmosphere at each home day and night.
Byproduct includes acidic water vapor that condenses along the vent pipe and drips back down vent.
Each tankless vent pipe has a drain line that directs acidic water into household drain.
If this drain line becomes clogged, or if vent was not installed correctly, then water drips down into heat exchanger and can erode or crack exchanger.
The typical maintenance manual above shows steps that can solve many tankless problems before they happen.
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