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Rheem Water Heater Error Code 05
Air intake or vent exhaust opening may be blocked.
SourceRheem Tankless Water Heater - Use & Care Manual with Installation Instructionsp. 25, 26
Diagnostic procedure
The full 05 procedure
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First diagnostic step
Remove any blockage. (Air intake requires 12 in. [30 cm] of clearance.)
SourceRheem Tankless Water Heater - Use & Care Manual with Installation Instructionsp. 25, 26
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