Service and Adjustment (cont'd)
Element Cleaning/
Replacement
NOTE: These instructions are written for element cleaning and element replacement for the lower element. If it is neces-
sary to dean or replace the upper element, then repeat these instructions.
To remove the element from your tank in order to clean or replace it:
3.Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve and put the other end in a floor drain or outdoors. Open the water heater drain valve. Open a nearby hot water faucet which will relieve pressure in the water heater and speed draining.
1.Before beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to the water heater.
AWARNING]
The water passingout of the drain valve may be extremely ] hot. To avoidbeingscalded,makesureall connectionsare tight
andthat the water flowisdirectedawayfrom anyperson.
4. Remove the two screws securing the access panel, and remove panel.
AWARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing I any access panels or servicing the water heater, make I sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned] "OFF". Failure to do this could result in DEATH, SERI- I
OUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. |
2.Turn off the water supply to the water heater at the water shutoffvalve or water meter.
5.After you have removed the lower access panel, remove the
adjustment dial from the thermostat by gently pulling it directly away from the thermostat.
6.Remove the insulation block to expose the opening.
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