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B. Models with upper and lower thermostat with high
limit: Lift out the tab as shown below to unclip the
terminal cover from the thermostat. The terminal cover
can now be removed from the thermostat.
4. Remove the two wires attached to the thermostat.
5. Remove the thermostat from behind the thermostat
bracket.
6. Disconnect wires from thermostat and slide out of the
bracket.
7. Place the new lower thermostat in the bracket making
sure it fits firmly against the tank.
8. Attach the wires to the new thermostat.
NOTE: Some of the terminals may require straight-in wiring
through an eye-opening. If wires are now looped, re-cut
and strip wire 3/8” to a straight length and insert.
9. Put plastic terminal cover back in place.
10. Replace the insulation block and pad to cover the
thermostat.
11. Replace access panel, then turn the electric power on.
Element Cleaning/Replacement
NOTE: These instructions are written for element cleaning and
element replacement for the lower element.
To remove the element from the tank in order to clean or replace
it:
1. Before beginning turn “OFF” the electric power supply to
the water heater.
WARNING
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.
2. Turn off the water supply to the water heater at the water
Shut-off valve or water meter.
3. Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve and put the
other end in a floor drain or outdoors. Open the water heater
drain valve. Open a nearby hot water faucet which will relieve
pressure in the water heater and speed draining.
NOTE: Certain models may not be factory equipped with a
drain valve.
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