03-17-2015, 07:16 AM
Gang,
Several of us have had issues with electrical connections becoming loose and generating enough heat to melt the wire jacket and surrounding plastic. Its a good idea to inspect the wiring on the air conditioners annually to ensure that the connections are clean and tight.
What I never thought about until yesterday, was the electrical connection to the Aquahot. With the help of Rudy Leggett ( trainer ) I found a burnt wire feeding my AH unit. It was a simple matter to put some heat shrink tubing on the wire and a new wire nut, but it could have caused a much larger problem.
Moral of the story. If you feel confident with power issues and know how to kill power to the AH unit, pull the access cover off and have a look-see. If you see burnt plastic...well you have a problem. Clean and bright plastic....You are probably good to go.
Here are some pics....enjoy!
Cheers,
bill
Several of us have had issues with electrical connections becoming loose and generating enough heat to melt the wire jacket and surrounding plastic. Its a good idea to inspect the wiring on the air conditioners annually to ensure that the connections are clean and tight.
What I never thought about until yesterday, was the electrical connection to the Aquahot. With the help of Rudy Leggett ( trainer ) I found a burnt wire feeding my AH unit. It was a simple matter to put some heat shrink tubing on the wire and a new wire nut, but it could have caused a much larger problem.
Moral of the story. If you feel confident with power issues and know how to kill power to the AH unit, pull the access cover off and have a look-see. If you see burnt plastic...well you have a problem. Clean and bright plastic....You are probably good to go.
Here are some pics....enjoy!
Cheers,
bill