Converting the lower element (cont'd), Installation instructions (cont’d) – Kenmore 153.31614 User Manual
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Installation Instructions (cont’d)
Converting the Lower
Element (cont'd)
5.
lUmove the screm from terminal 2 of the element, and move
rhe looped end or the wire aside.
6.
The buss bar is labeled 5500 W. Place the buss bar over termi
nals 2 and 3 with the 5500 W visible. Install the extra screw
provided into terminal 3.
7. The wire removed from terminal 2 has a looped end. It must
remain looped and now be placed (as shown) on top of the
buss bar, over the opening of terminal 2, and secured using
the remaining screw.
°
8. Tighten terminals 2 and 3 to ensure proper electrical
connection.
_____________ A WARNING_________ __
Failure to tighten terminal screws can cause a fire which
9. Replay terminal cover on thermostat and fold insulation back
over the clement making sure that the locking tabs on the ter
minal cover are in place.
10. Fold the insulation back in place so that it completely covers
the thermostat and clement.
11. Replace the access panel.
wiring to the water heater, or if completed, turn
UN electric power to the water heater afei filling the
tank with water.
awarning
A CAUTION
Make sure the thermostat is flush against the tank, the
teminal cover is in place, and the insulation is replaced.
death
,
serious
bodily
INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of
water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating ele-
menty the tank must be filled with water. Water must
flow from the hot water faucet before turnine “ON”
power.
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