Damper Removal
Remove the Damper to Gain Access to the Flue Baffle
Step 1. Move the gas control power switch to the “OFF” position.
Gas control power
switch
Step 2. Unplug the water heater from the wall outlet.
Damper (water
heater) power cord
Step 3. Disconnect the vent system from the draft hood that is mounted on top of the damper.
Vent system
Draft hood
Damper
Step 4. Unplug the cord sets from the damper.
Cord sets
Step 5. Remove the two damper mounting screws using a 1/4” nut driver and retain for later use.
1/4” nut driver
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