A. Tools required:

1.T15 Torx Screwdriver

2.3/16" slotted screwdriver.

3.Open-end wrenches 7/16", and 3/4".

For these instructions, please see Figure 31.

B. Removing the Electronic Control Module:

1.Turn the gas control/temperature knob to the "OFF" position.

2.Turn off the gas at the manual shut-off valve on the gas supply line (Figure 11).

3.Disconnect the wire connectors from the piezo igniter, tank sensors, and thermopile mounted on the lower front of the gas control valve assembly.

4.Remove the torx screw located beside the pilot tube on the lower front of the electronic control module with a T15 torx screwdriver.

5.Depress the two plastic locking tabs on the top surface of the electronic control module with a 3/16" slotted screwdriver.

6.Grasp the sides of the electronic control module and pull outward to remove.

C. Removing the Gas Valve Assembly:

IMPORTANT: This water heater has a resettable thermal switch installed. Do not attempt to disable or modify this feature in any way. Use only factory authorized replacement parts.

1.Follow steps 1 to 6 in B above to remove the electronic control module.

2.Refer to the "Gas Piping" section (Figure 11) and disconnect the ground joint union in the gas piping. Next, disconnect the inlet gas supply to the gas valve.

3.Loosen the flare nut that connects the pilot tube to the bottom of the gas control valve assembly with a 7/16" open- end wrench. Pull down on the pilot tube to separate the tube from the gas valve.

4.Loosen the flange nut that connects the burner tube to bottom of gas control valve with a 314" open-end wrench. Pull down on the burner tube to separate the tube from the gas valve.

5.Unscrew and remove the gas valve assembly and backplate by turning it to the left. Continue until it separates from the gas valve nipple that is threaded into the tank. (The gas valve nipple remains attached to the tank.)

6.Check for water leaks around the threads of the gas valve nipple (which is still attached the tank). If leaks appear, drain the tank and contact a qualified service technician. (Refer to the "Draining and Flushing" section.)

D:Installing a Gas Control Valve/Thermostat

(Full Assembly)

NOTE: If the electronic control module, gas valve, and backptate are not assembled, assemble them before proceeding.

1.If it is not needed, remove the metal gas valve nipple from

the gas control valve/thermostat. (It is screwed onto the threaded plastic nipple of the gas control valve/thermostat's backplate.)

IMPORTANT: You can use the metal gas valve nipple that is already installed in the tank. However, if you need to install a new gas valve nipple, drain the water heater before removing the old one from the tank.

2.Screw the new gas control valve into the tank opening, then hand tighten it. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN or damage may result. Check for water leaks when you are finished.

3.Reconnect the manifold tube, pilot tube, and inlet gas supply line to the gas valve. Tighten securely. NOTE: Use an approved Teflon ® tape or pipe compound on the gas piping connections.

4.Connect the thermopile, tank sensor, and igniter wire plugs.

5.Turn on the gas supply and test the gas supply connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak detection solution. Bubbles forming indicate a leak. Correct any leak found.

6.Check the operation of the burner by following the lighting instructions on the front of the water heater. With the burner lit, check the gas control valve/thermostat supply line, manifold tube and pilot tube connections for leaks.

E: Installing the Electronic Control Module:

1.Align the two plastic locking tabs on the top surface of the electronic control module with the openings of the gas valve back-plate. Press on the front of the control module until it locks into position.

2.Reinstall the torx screw on the lower front of the electronic control module (beside pilot tube) with a T15 torx screwdriver. Tighten securely.

3.Reconnect the wire connectors from the piezo igniter, tank sensors, and thermopile to the electronic control module.

4.Light the heater following the lighting and operating instructions on the front surface of the heater.

TEFLON ® is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company.

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