Kenmore 32986 Owners Manual - Page 22

18. Replace access panel, 19. Turn "ON" electric power to water heater, Drain Valve Washer Repmacement [ 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. NOTE: For replacement, use a 17/32" × 13164 °' × 1/8" thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering a replacement washer, refer to the "Parts Order List" section. Before beginning turn "OFF" the electrical power supply to the water heater. Follow "Draining" instructions. See "Draining" section. * Turning counter clockwise, screw handle. remove the hex cap below the * Remove the washer and put the new one in place. * Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve and retighten TIGHTEN. using a wrench. DO NOT OVER Follow "Filling the Water Heater" "lnstaflation Instructions" section. instructions * Check for leaks. in the Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater. _"_ HANDLEAND CAP ASSEMBLY WASHER FIGURE 42. Service Before calling for repair service, read the "Start Up Conditions" and "Operational Conditions" found in the Troubleshooting section of this manual. If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the water heater, let a qualified person check it out. Contact Sears Repair (1 o800o469o4663). Services at l oS00o4oMyoHOME 22