A.O. Smith 101 Series User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Alexander HenryAug 31, 2025
Why is my A.O. Smith 101 Water Heater water not hot enough?
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  edwardsashleyAug 31, 2025
  If your A.O. Smith Water Heater is not providing hot enough water, make sure the thermostat isn't set too low and adjust it to a higher temperature. The heat pump or storage tank might be undersized for your needs, in which case you could increase the size of the storage tank or install a gas or electric heater to compensate. Also, ensure the heat pump is properly connected to the storage tank by referring to the field piping diagrams. Finally, if the unit's cooling coil is overcooling the space, consider using backup water heating, ducting cool air to another space, or ducting warmer air from another space to the installed room.
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jonathan94Aug 30, 2025
Why is my A.O. Smith Water Heater heat pump not running - high pressure fault?
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  Anthony ComptonAug 30, 2025
  If your A.O. Smith Water Heater's heat pump isn't running due to a high pressure fault, first ensure the thermostat setting does not exceed 140°F. If the room temperature is over 95°F, keep the heat pump off until the temperature is within the operating range. Also, check for low water flow; this could be due to the unit pump not operating, excessive piping length between the heat pump and storage tank, scale buildup in the heat exchanger, or partially closed shut-off valves. Possible solutions include replacing the unit pump, reducing piping length or adding a booster pump, cleaning the heat exchanger with a mild acid wash, or fully opening all shut-off valves.
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Tonya WarrenAug 29, 2025
Why is my A.O. Smith Water Heater water too hot?
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  lynn41Aug 29, 2025
  If the water from your A.O. Smith water heater is too hot, the thermostat might be set too high. Refer to the TEMPERATURE REGULATION section for instructions on adjusting it.
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ronald05Aug 28, 2025
Why won't the pilot light on my A.O. Smith 101 light?
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  Rebecca MooreAug 28, 2025
  If the pilot on your A.O. Smith water heater won't light, ensure the gas control knob is correctly positioned (refer to LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS). Also, check that the main gas supply is on and turn on the main gas shutoff valve if necessary. Finally, a thermocouple malfunction could be the cause, requiring replacement of the pilot assembly and/or thermocouple.
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Russell BullockAug 27, 2025
Why is my A.O. Smith Water Heater's T&P valve leaking?
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  martintravisAug 27, 2025
  A leaking T&P valve in your A.O. Smith water heater can occur due to thermal expansion in a closed water system. Install a thermal expansion tank to resolve this issue and DO NOT plug the T&P valve. It can also happen due to an improperly seated valve. Check the relief valve for proper operation, and again, DO NOT plug the T&P valve.
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Justin StewartAug 27, 2025
What to do if A.O. Smith 101 burner will not stay lit?
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  Hayley KerrAug 27, 2025
  If the burner in your A.O. Smith water heater won't stay lit, it could be due to a thermocouple malfunction. Consider replacing the pilot assembly and/or thermocouple. Another potential cause is a defective gas control, which would require replacing the gas control.
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jenniferbryanAug 25, 2025
Why does my A.O. Smith 101 Water Heater pilot keep going out?
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  Crystal JacobsAug 26, 2025
  A pilot outage in your A.O. Smith water heater may be due to several reasons. The pilot burner might be dirty, so clean the pilot assembly. A thermocouple malfunction is another possibility, requiring replacement of the pilot assembly and/or thermocouple. A defective gas control could also be the cause, necessitating replacement of the gas control. Additionally, ensure the thermocouple tip is correctly positioned in contact with the pilot flame; if not, insert the thermocouple correctly.
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Alexander WheelerAug 25, 2025
Why is my A.O. Smith 101 Water Heater not producing enough hot water?
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  Nathaniel CurryAug 25, 2025
  Several factors can cause an A.O. Smith water heater to not produce enough hot water. The heater might not be lit, or the thermostat isn't on. In this case, refer to the LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS. The thermostat might be set too low (refer to TEMPERATURE REGULATION). The heater could be undersized, so reduce hot water use. Low gas pressure can also be a factor, so contact your gas supplier. If the incoming water is unusually cold, allow more time for the heater to reheat. Leaking hot water pipes or fixtures should be checked and repaired by a plumber. Finally, a high-temperature limit switch may have been activated, in which case you should contact a service technician.

A.O. Smith 101 Series Specifications

General

Brand	A.O. Smith
Series	101 Series
Type	Electric
Voltage	240V
Wattage	4500W
Warranty	6 years
Energy Factor	0.95
Capacity	40 gallons
Tank Capacity	40, 50, 66, 80, 100 gallons