Service and Adjustment (cont'd)
Element Cleaning/
Replacement (cont'd)
18.Fold the insulation back in place so that it completely covers the thermostat and element.
Drain Valve Washer
Replacement
NOTE: For replacement, use a 'Tu"x t_/," • 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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19.The adjustment dial hasa "D" shaped opening that matches a "D" shaped shaft on the thermostat. Align the opening in the dial to the shaft and gently push the dial onto the shaft.
AWARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK1 Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make l sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". Failure to do this could result in DEATH, SERI- I
I OUS BODILY NJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
• Follow _Draining" instructions in the "Service and Adjustment" 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 _Filliog the Water Heater" instructions in the _Installation Instructions section.
•Check for leaks.
•Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater.
20. Turn "ON" electric power to water heater.
ACAUTION
_ HANDLE AND
CAP ASSEMBLY
__" 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
Never usethis water heater unlessit 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"
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