Service and Adjustment (cont'd)
Element Cleaning/ | Drain Valve Washer |
Replacement (cont'd) | Replacement |
16.Replace terminal cover on thermostat making sure that the locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place.
17.Replace the insulation block so that it completely covers the thermostat and element.
NOTE: For replacement, use a _2" x _/_" x %"thick washer
available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering a replacement washer, refer to the "Parts Order List" section.
•Before beginning turn "OFF" the electrical power supply to the water heater.
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18.Replace access panel.
19.Turn "ON" electric power to water heater.
AWARNING1
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing
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,
OUS BODILY iNJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. | / |
•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 rhe Water Heater" instructions in the Installat on Instrucuons section.
•Check for leaks.
•Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater.
_WASHER
Service
Before calling for repair service, read the Start Up Conditions
and Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting Guide 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
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