Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Filling the Water Heater
To fill the water heater with water:
Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to
the right (clockwise). The drain valve is on the lower front of the water heater.
Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater.
NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open when the water heater is in use.
•To insure complete filling of the tank, allow air to exit by opening the nearest hot water faucet. Allow water to run until a constant flow is obtained. This will let air out of the
water heater and the piping.
_,CAUTION
Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating ele- ment, the tank must be filled with water. Water must
flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" power.
•Check all new water piping for leaks. Repair as needed.
Converting the Lower
Element
These instructions only cover the conversion of the convertible element, read this entire manual before attempting to install or operate the water heater. The water heater is factory set to oper- ate at 3800 watts. The lower element can be converted to oper- ate at 5500 watts. Refer to the "Facts to Consider About the Convertible Lower Element" section.
The Upper Element, (if a double element model) is a conven- tional 3800 watt element which only operates at its rated wattage on 240 volts. (See rating plate on water heater).
The Lower Element of the water heater can be converted from operation at 3800 watts to 5500 watts on a 240 volt system.
If after reading these instructions and this manual, if you do not understand any portion, call Sears Service Center.
_,WARNING
Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, check the
(I)power supply...must be 240 volts, (2) wiring...10 gauge AWG, Type TW, 60°C or equivalent, and (3) Circuit brakers or fusing...capable of 30 amp loading. Also, the installation must conform with this Manual, local codes and electric utility rules. FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN
RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
NOTE: Whether or not the element conversion is made the
model rating plate must be marked. Using a hardpoint ink
pen, check the appropriate block within the model rating plate, which is located adjacent to the lower access panel.
Necessary element conversion parts are located in a small bag
contained within the electrical junction box on top of the water heater.
CONVERSION PARTS
SCRE_W
BUSS BAR
1.Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric power supply to the water heater.
_,WARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKI Before removing any access panels or servicing the 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.
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