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Service and Adjustment (cont'd)
17. Replace the insulation block and pad so that it completely
covers the thermostat and element.
Drain Valve Washer
Replacement
NOTE: For replacement, use a _2 _ x _3/6_"x ¼" thick washer
available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering a
replacement washer, refer to the "Parts Order List" section.
18. Replace access panel.
19. "_hrn "ON" electric power to water heater.
• Before beginning turn "OFF" the electrical power supply to
the water heater.
AWARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! 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.
• Follow "Draining" instructions in the "Service and
Adjustment" section.
• "_(hrning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the
screw handle.
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• 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 the Water Heater" instructions in the
"Installation Instructions" section.
• Check for leaks.
• "_(hrn"ON" electric power to the water heater.
A CAUTION J
Never use this water heater unless it is completely J
full of water. To prevent damage to the tank and J
heating element, the tank must be filled with water. J
Water must flow from the hot water faucet before
turn ng ' ON ' power.
Anode Rod Inspection
(30 Gallon Model Only)
The anode rod is used to protect the tank from corrosion. Most
hot water tanks are equipped with an anode rod. The sub-
merged rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank. Instead of cor-
roding the tank, water ions attack and eat away the anode rod.
This does not affect the water's taste or color. The rod must be
maintained to keep the tank in operating condition.
Anode deterioration depends on water conductivity, not neces-
sarily water condition. A corroded or pitted anode rod indicates
high water conductivity and should be checked and/or replaced
more often than an anode rod that appears to be intact.
Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the life of your
water heater. Inspection should be conducted by a Sears service
technician, and at a minimum should be checked annually after
the warranty period.
_ 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 1-800-4-MY-HOME
(1-800-469-4663)
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