Troubleshooting Suggestions; Element Replacement - Wells WV-4HF Supplemental Service Instructions

HOTPLATE SECTION
CAUTION:
BURN HAZARD
Hotplate burner surfaces are very
hot during operation. Allow unit to
cool before performing any service.
IMPORTANT:
This element is designed for use
with high-temperature copper-tin
terminals. Do not use stainless
steel terminals.
HOTPLATE SECTION - TROUBLESHOOTING SUGGESTIONS
DESCRIPTION
Hotplate will not heat
One hotplate does not
heat
Hotplate does not get
hot enough
SPIRAL HEATING EL:EMENT REPLACE MENT
Applicable to Wells WV-4HS-series ventless appliances.
Wells part number 50293: Revised to the latest UL requirements,
new replacement elements may connect differently than previously
available replacement elements.
To install a new element in an existing appliance:
1. Disconnect appliance from electric power and allow to cool.
Disconnect and remove old element.
2. Power leads require #8 high-temperature copper-tin ring
terminal connectors. Ground lead requires #10 high-
temperature copper-tin ring terminal connector. Replace or
install the appropriate connector terminals as required.
3. Mount new element.
4. Route wiring through trim ring as shown. Connect power and
ground leads.
a. Be sure to reconnect ground wire to mounting clip of
new element.
b. Slide insulator onto new element before connecting leads.
c. When properly installed, connector screws will hold
insulator in place.
5. Reconnect appliance to electric power and test for proper
operation.
POSSIBLE PROBLEM
Hood section not "ON"
Temperature control knobs not set to
desired temperature
Cooling fan not operating
Damaged internal component
240V unit operating on 208V
SUGGESTED REMEDY
Verify that Hood Power Switch is
"ON". If "SERVICE REQUIRED"
indicator is lit, rectify filter problem.
Set to desired temperature
Check cooling fan and associated
wiring for hotplate control section.
Replace as required.
Check infinite switch, element, and
wiring. Replace damaged
components, repair wiring and loose
connections as required.
Verify operating voltage
Operate on proper voltage
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