Element Cleaning/Replacement - Sears 153.313230 Owner's Manual

Element Cleaning/
Replacement
To remove the element from your tank in order to clean or
replace it:
1. Before beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply
to the water heater.
WARNING
The water passing out of the drain valve may be
extremely hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all
connections are tight and that the water flow is direct-
ed away from any person.
4. Remove the two screws securing the access panel, and
remove panel.
WARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing
any access panels or servicing the water heater, make
sure the electrical supply is turned "off" to the water
heater. 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 shutoff valve or water meter.
5. Open the flap of insulation to expose the opening.
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.
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