Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)
Leakage Checkpoints
Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many suspect-
ed "Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water can be found and corrected.
If you are not thoroughly familiar with electric codes, the water
heater, and safety practices, contact your local Sears Service Center to check the water heater.
®*Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or pipe connections may be leaking.
®The primary anode rod may be leaking.
© Small amounts of water from
© | *The |
| the tank fitting. |
®The elements may be leaking at the tank fitting.
AWARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing any accesspanelsor servicingthe water
heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". Failure to do this
could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Turn electrical power "OFF", remove access panels, insulation block and pad. If leaking around elements, follow proper draining instructions and remove ele- ment. Reposition or replace gasket on element. Place element into opening and tighten securely. Then follow
"Filling the Water Heater" instructions in the "Installation Instructions" section.
®Water from drain valve may be due to the valve being opened slightly.
@*The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.
@*Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may
be from condensation, loose connections or the
water sources is made and necessary corrective steps taken.
Leakage ftom other appliances, water lines, or ground seepage should also be checked.
NOTE: *To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting. If cotton is wet, follow "Draining" instruc- tions in the "Service and Adjustment" section and then remove fitting. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on
the threads and replace. Then follow "Filling the
Water Heater" instructions in the "Installation Instructions" section.
ACAUTION
Read this manual first, then before checking the water heater make sure the electric supply has been turned "OFF", and never turn the electric supply "ON" before the tank iscompletely full of water.
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