Maytag HE3966T Water Heater User Manual


 
Instructions for Installation (cont'd)
Converting the Lower Element
(cont'd)
1. Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric 4. Lift out the tab as shown to uncfip the terminal cover from
power supply to the water heater, the thermostat. The terminal cover can now be removedfrom
the thermostat.
L;ftout tab to uncllp
terminal coverfrom
thermostat,
_WARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICALSHOCK! Before removing
any access panels or servicing the water heater,
make sure the electrical supply to the water heater
is turned MOFF". FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD
RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR
PROPERTYDAMAGE.
2. The convertible element is located behind the lower access
panel of the water heater. Remove the two screws securing
the access panel, and remove panel. 5. Remove the screws from terminal 2 of the element, and
move the looped end of the wire aside.
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3. Remove the block of insulation to expose the terminal 6. The buss bar is labeled 5500 W. Place the buss bar over ter-
cover.
minals 2 and 3 with the 5500 W visible. Install the extra
screw provided into terminal 3.
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