Kenmore POWER MISER 153.32154 - Manual (Page 18)

Service and Adjustment (cont’d)
Element Cleaning/
Replacement
NOTEi Tkese iiistractiofis are "writteii for efomeut clmuiiig
aud element replacemeut for the lower element. If it is iieces'
sary to clean or replace the upper element, then repeat tli^e
instructions.
To remove the element from youi tank in order to clean or
replace it:
1. Before beginning turn “OFF” the electric power supply to the
water heater.
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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, SERI­
OUS BODILY injury ; or property damage .
Turn off the water supply to the water beater at the water
shutoff 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.
4, Remove the two screws securing the access panel, and. remove
panel.
5, Remove the insulation block and pad.
6, lift out the tab as shown to unci ip the terminal cover from
the thermostat. The terminal cover can now be removed
from the thermostat.
AWARNING
The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely
hot. To aw>id being scalded, make sure all connections are tight
and that the water flow is directed aw^ from any person.
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