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Service button blinking

Service button blinking - Active alarm present

Rheem · Water Heaters

What does Service button blinking mean?

When the 'Service' button blinks on the home screen, it indicates that there is an active alarm on the water heater.

Common Causes

  • An active fault or alert condition

Repair Steps & Checklist

Click steps to track your progress.

  1. 1

    Press the 'Service' button to view the active alarms and alarm history.

  2. 2

    Consult the 'Alarms and Service Alerts' section for more details on the specific alarm.

  3. 3

    Follow the recommended troubleshooting steps for the displayed alarm code.

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Source: Rheem Water Heaters
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