Heating Element Removal
1. Turn power “OFF” To water heater.
2. Turn off cold water supply to heater. Connect hose to drain spigot of water heater and route to an open drain. Open a nearby hot water faucet to vent heater for draining. Open drain spigot of water heater and allow heater to drain
to a point below the elements.
3. Close drain spigot and remove hose.
4.Remove access cover and insulation.
5.Remove plastic thermostat protector from thermostat.
6.Disconnect wires from element terminals.
7.Remove element from tank using
8.Be sure to remove old element gasket from the tank. It is not recommended to be
Heating Element Replacement
1.Check element terminal block for proper electrical rating. NOTE: Some elements have dual ratings, be sure to check all surfaces of the element terminal block (see illustration below).
2.Apply new element gasket to the new element. Be sure gasket is seated flat against element flange without rolls or gaps (see illustration below).
3.Clean any debris from element fitting on tank. Lubricate element threads as needed with thread lubricant.
4.Thread new element clockwise into tank. Tighten element using
5.Reconnect wires to element, be sure wires are snug and corrosion free. Do not over tighten, doing so may damage terminal block.
6.Resume water supply to heater, be sure tank is full of water and check for leaks.
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9.To resume operation, BE SURE TANK IS FULL OF WATER and restore power to water heater. Verify proper heater operation.
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| Element Rating. |
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| Example: (4500 Watt, 240 Volt) |
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| Element Flange |
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| Element Gasket Seated Flat Against |
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| Element Flange Without Rolls or Gaps |
0642 | 4500W 240V | RC02404524 |
Terminal |
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Block |
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| Manufacturer Identification |
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