Instructions for Installation (cont’d)
Filling the Water Heater
To fill the water heater with water:
1.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.
2.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.
3.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 element, the tank must be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning “ON” power.
4. Check all new water piping for leaks. Repair as needed.
Converting the Lower
Element
These instructions only cover the conversion of the convert- ible element, read this entire manual before attempting to install or operate the water heater. The water heater is factory set to operate at 3800 watts. The lower element can be con- verted to operate at 5500 watts. Refer to “The Convertible Lower Element” section.
The Upper Element is a conventional 3800 watt element which only operates at its rated wattage on 240 volts. (See rat- ing 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 sys- tem.
If after reading these instructions and this manual, if you do not understand any portion, call Maytag Customer Service at
WARNING
Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, check the (1) power supply...must be 240 volts, (2) wiring...10 gauge AWG @ Type TW, 60°C or equiva- lent, and (3) Circuit breakers or fusing...capable of 30 amp loading. Also, the installation must con- form with this Manual, local codes and electric utili- ty 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 hard point 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 large plastic manual envelope attached to the side of the water heater.
CONVERSION PARTS
5500 W
SCREW
BUSS BAR
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