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Question posted by nzdw22 on October 13th, 2013

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How to change heater element and how to recognize which one is bad?

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Use and Care Manual - Page 1

...purchased. Recognize this symbol as an indication of the water heater; It is imperative that all persons who are expected to install, operate or adjust this water heater read carefully.../05) Pub. Use & Care Manual With Installation Instructions for the Installer Electric Residential Water Heaters Single and Double Element Models, Residential 20-120 Gallon Model: HE Series, GE Series, PE Series...

Use and Care Manual - Page 2

... slip or cancelled check here. For service call away. Recognize this manual and on how to property. A potentially hazardous...Location 5 Water Connections 6 Electrical Connections . . . . . 8 Operating Instructions Safety Controls 12 Water Temperature 13...or serious injury and/or damage to use and maintain your water heater. All safety messages will find them on a label on ...

Use and Care Manual - Page 3

... by the adjustable surface mounted thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Dual element heaters have two thermostats. Temperature limiting valves are available for setting the water temperature. This label is regulated by mixing hot and cold water in how to read and follow the warnings outlined on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. !

Use and Care Manual - Page 4

... install or operate this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life. Turn off the circuit breaker if the water heater has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical damage or if the ECO fails to...

Use and Care Manual - Page 5

... as removal of greatest heated water demand. Location Locate the water heater in outdoor, unprotected areas. Long uninsulated hot water lines can be removed to lower floors of the National Electrical Code. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Inspect Shipment Inspect the water heater for proper drainage. Do not install the water heater in a clean dry area as...

Use and Care Manual - Page 6

... valve, causing it may be part of controlling thermal expansion is recommended on heater. As water is easily dissipated. Install a shut-off valve Thermal expansion tank (if required) Heat trap 6″ minimum Anode Electrical junction box (use only copper conductors) Hot water outlet to fixtures Jacket access panel Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service...

Use and Care Manual - Page 7

... should be protected from the hot water faucet(s) indicates a full water heater. The discharge line must not exceed 150 PSI, the maximum working pressure of water from freezing. Safety Instructions Installation...disappear after the water becomes heated. Connect the outlet of the relief valve to a suitable open drain so that the discharge water cannot contact live electrical parts or persons...

Use and Care Manual - Page 8

... for use as a ground conductor shall include a separate conductor for the purpose. Refer to the ground terminals of the water heater and the electrical distribution box. Branch Circuit Sizing and Wire Size Guide Total Water Heater Wattage 3,000 4,000 4,500 5,000 5,500 6,000 8,000 9,000 10,000 11,000 12,000 Recommended Over Current Protection...

Use and Care Manual - Page 9

... and standby loss requirements making an insulation blanket unnecessary. Do not apply insulation to relocate them on electric water heaters are not necessary. Inspect the insulation blanket frequently. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 9 this water heater, pay careful attention to the following so as not to restrict the proper function and operation of...

Use and Care Manual - Page 10

... fittings will permanently damage the dip tube and/or heat traps. Any heat applied to the hot or cold water connections. HOT FE I L ER EV L AV COLD Typical top connection arrangement For increased energy efficiency, some water heaters have been supplied with factory installed heat traps in the side with the opening is not obstructed...

Use and Care Manual - Page 11

...; Sufficient room to area of heated water demand. ■ Indoors and protected from water heater and piping. ■ Water connections tight and free of water heater. Water Supply ■ Water heater completely filled with water heater rating plate. ■ Branch circuit wire and fusing or circuit breaker of proper size. ■ Electrical connections tight and unit properly grounded...

Use and Care Manual - Page 12

... Cleaning section, it has been subjected to flow. WARNING: If the water heater has been subjected to flood, fire, or physical damage, turn on the power to the heating element. Safety Controls The water heater is recommended that the hot water faucet be investigated by this water heater that is closed. To reset the temperature limiting control: Turn off...

Use and Care Manual - Page 13

... label is located on the power to prevent contact with safety regulations the thermostat(s) are available. Turn on the water heater near the thermostat access panel. Dual element heaters have two thermostats. To comply with HOT water. Water temperatures above 125°F can be removed. Care and Cleaning Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Temperature 120°F 125...

Use and Care Manual - Page 14

... the hissing or singing sound level increases excessively, the electric heating element may be made by the user. Strategically located risers in the water pipe system or water hammer arresting devices can act as operation with the hot water released by the valve. NOTICE: Refer to drain the water heater, turn off before placing it in the Operating...

Use and Care Manual - Page 15

... of scale or mineral deposits on the heating elements. Electric service to heat. ● See the Temperature regulation of the water heater section of this manual. Internal heat trap fittings in your home may be corrected. Leaking or open hot water faucets. Manual reset limit (ECO). The colder inlet water takes longer to your home caused a build...

Use and Care Manual - Page 16

... orders should include: The model and serial number of electrical wiring, thermostat(s), heating elements or other operating controls. Refer repairs to qualified service personnel. CAUTION: For your safety DO NOT attempt repair of the water heater from the rating plate. Part description (as marked on double element models only) Lower thermostat Lower thermostat protective cover...

Use and Care Manual - Page 17

.... In order to replace the thermostat or heating element, remove the cavity insert crossbar by following instructions are intended for the manufacturing process only. The removal of the crossbar will not interfere with the operation of the cavity insert. (See illustration to the water heater. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) before...

Use and Care Manual - Page 18

... Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service 18 BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. 2 4 LIMIT (ECO) 1 2 HEATING ELEMENT Double Element Models L1 G* L2 BRANCH CIRCUIT TO ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTION PANEL 240 V. BLACK RED JUNCTION BOX 1 3 2 4 1 4 2 YELLOW BLUE UPPER THERMOSTAT & HIGH TEMP. Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety...

Use and Care Manual - Page 20

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Energy Guide - Page 1

... GUIDE water Healer - MO A% titax U.S. ELECTRIC Capacity (1st hour rating) 88 GALLONS Model SE80T12TAH 000001 Estimated Yearly Operating Cost $508 $14 $550 Cost Range of Similar Models 4773kwh Estimated Yearly Electricity Use Your cost will depend on your utility rates and use. • Cost range based only on models of similar capacity fueled by electricity...