18.Replace access panel.

19.Turn “ON” electric power to water heater.

FIGURE 41.

•Follow “Draining” instructions (See “Draining” section).

•Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the screw handle.

•Remove the washer and put the new one in place.

•Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

•Follow “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the “Installation Instructions” section.

•Check for leaks.

•Turn “ON” electric power to the water heater.

Drain Valve Washer Replacement.

NOTE: For replacement, use a 17/32" x 13/64" x 1/8" thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering a replacement washer, refer to the “Repair Parts List” section.

•Before beginning turn “OFF” the electrical power supply to the water heater.

FIGURE 42.

Service

Before calling for repair service, read the “Start Up Conditions” and “Operational Conditions” found in the Troubleshooting section of this manual.

If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the water heater, let a qualified person check it out.

Contact Sears Repair Services at 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663).

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