Explanation: Gas control valve malfunction. Unit
detected the presence of flame when demand for hot
water terminated & the unit turned OFF.
Turn Power OFF.
Remove and reinsert connector M, T,
and terminal on flame rod(s).
Turn Power ON. Operate unit.
Did 51 – Error Code appear?
Indoor models – 2 flame rods (Connectors M& T).
Outdoor models – 1 flame rod (Connector M).
Access maintenance mode
to check flame rod status.
Locate sight glass.
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YES
Unit had a loose connection
or foreign debris that is no
longer present.
Thermistors appear to be
OK.
NO