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Element Cleaning/ Drain Valve Washer
Replacement (cont'd) Replacement
19. The adjustment dial has a "D" shaped opening that match- NOTE: For replacement, use av/,,x 13/_"x 1/8'!thickwasher
es a "D" shaped shaft on the thermostat. Align the opening available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering a
in the dial to the shaft and gently push the dial onto the replacement washer, refer to the "Repair Parts" section.
shaft.
1. Before beginning turn "OFF" the electrical power supply
_f_ to the water heater.
_WARNING
Q 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, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY
_ DAMAGE.
2. Follow "Draining" instructions in the "Service and
ro ¢IKI_
_*_ Maintenance" section.
3. Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the
screw handle.
20. Replace access panel.
4. Remove the washer and put the new one in place.
21. Turn "ON" electric power to water heater.
5. Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain
valve and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER
TIGHTEN.
"Instructions for Installation" section.
7. Check for leaks.
!
8. Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater.
HA.OLEA.O
CAP ASSEMBW
_ WASHER
Service
Before calling for repair service, read the "Start Up
Conditions" and "Operational Conditions" found in the
"Troubleshooting" section of this manual.
Ifa condition persists or you are uncertain about the opera-
tion of the water heater, let a qualified person check it out.
Call Maytag Customer Service at 1-800-788-8899.
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