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    Jul 21, 2010, 08:19 PM
    How can I replace a hot water tank pressure switch?
    My hot water tank is made by Rheem. Model: PVS180. The pressure switch fails to open.
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    Jul 21, 2010, 08:43 PM

    If the switch is defective replace it.
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    Jul 22, 2010, 07:42 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by hvac1000 View Post
    If the switch is defective replace it.
    Please tell me how I can replace and adjust it?
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    Jul 22, 2010, 08:29 AM
    Quote Originally Posted by TODDL62 View Post
    Please tell me how I can replace and adjust it?
    If you do not have the mechanical skill to test and replace the switch then you should not be messing with it. It is really quite simple. Secure the heater then remove the defective part and replace. Sorry but a step by stem would take hours of my time trying to type it all out. I would go to the water heaters manufacturing site and locate a service manual for your unit. All the repair steps are in the manual. I do not have that manual so I cannot send or post it here.
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