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L.P. Gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly
Replacement Information
For Propane (L.P.) Models Only
Your water heater is equipped with a Propane (L.P.) gas control
valve and a main burner assembly with left hand threads for
the following fittings and their connections.
• The connection between the manifold and the gas control
valve (A and B) are left hand threads.
• The connection between the main burner orifice and the
manifold (C to D) are left hand threads.
For ordering these replacement parts, please refer to the “Repair
Parts List” section of this manual.
FIGURE 54.
Housekeeping
Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a
regular basis.
INSTALLED IN SUITABLE AREA: To insure sufficient ventilation
and combustion air supply, proper clearances from the water
heater must be maintained. See Facts to Consider About the
Location section. Combustible materials such as clothing,
cleaning materials, or flammable liquids, etc. must not be
placed against or adjacent to the water heater which can cause
a fire.
Anode Rod Inspection
The anode rod is used to protect the tank from corrosion. Most
hot water tanks are equipped with an anode rod. The
submerged rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank. Instead of
corroding the tank, water ions attack and eat away the anode
rod. This does not affect the water’s taste or color. The rod
must be maintained to keep the tank in operating condition.
Anode deterioration depends on water conductivity, not
necessarily water condition. A corroded or pitted anode rod
indicates high water conductivity and should be checked and/
or replaced more often than an anode rod that appears to be
intact. Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the
life of your water heater. Inspection should be conducted by a
qualified technician. At a minimum, the anode(s) should be
checked annually after the warranty period.
Draining
The water heater should be drained if being shut down during
freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and cleaning of
sediment from the tank may be necessary.
• Turn “OFF” gas supply to the water heater.
• CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater.
• OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for
draining.
• Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an
adequate drain.
• OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank draining.