mcphail1701
Alabama
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Hi All,
I am stumped on an issue with my hot water. When the propane heater is switch on, it runs from hot, cold, hot, cold - never consistently warm. I am not sure what could be wrong. If anyone can point me in the right direction to diagnose this problem, it would be greatly appreciated.
I own a 1997 coachman catalina sport (class C) https://coachmenrv.com/OwnersManuals/14186021.pdf
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midnightsadie
ohio
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check your by pass valve not closed. cold water is getting into your hot line, a valve not shut ,a mixing valve open etc. a faucet screen clogged and valve open?
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mcphail1701
Alabama
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Are these the valves under the bedding area? I know that one opens & empties the fresh water, but I do not know what the other two are. They are not labeled.
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enblethen
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Look at page 28 of the owner's manual for valves and position.
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midnightsadie
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if your not sure? trial an error will help. most times this turns out to be a simple fix .
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tobydad
MA
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The by pass valve is behind the water heater. You might need to open a drawer or open a cabinet or open an inside storage area to reach behind the water heater. You might need a new thermostat which can be replaced on the outside of the water heater. The thermostat looks like two metal buttons usually one on top of the other.
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4x4van
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Do you have an outdoor shower? If so, check to make sure that it is turned off at the valves and not just at the shower head.
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mcphail1701
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No outdoor shower- I fixed the problem. When you install a new water pump, the pressure needs to be adjusted so that the water flow is consistent. It was not consistent, causing the water to cycle from hot to cold & so on. ??
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