Service Manual

Apply ¼" bead

of Ultra Copper

Silicone around

Service Procedure XII

Flue Baffle Inspection and Replacement

1. Disassemble heater per Disassembly Procedure for Access to Anodes and Flue Baffles.

2. Remove flue baffles from heater using pliers (8 two inch (2”) baffles & 2 four inch (4”) baffles).

3. Visually inspect flue baffles. Flue baffles should show signs of oxidation, this is normal. If the oxidation

has deteriorated any portion of the flue baffle, replacement is recommended. If any restrictors are

missing, replacement is recommended.

4. Upon completion of inspection or subsequent replacement, reinstall flue baffles into heater.

5. Reinstall collector cover per Collector Cover Installation Procedure.

6. Reinstall collector insulation and control panel, reconnect control panel wire harnesses.

7. Restore 120 volts to water heater and verify proper heater operation following the instructions on the

lighting instruction label or the lighting instruction located in the Installation and Operating Instruction

Manual.

8. Replace the surround cover on the top of the water heater.

Collector Cover Installation Procedure

1. Remove old silicone from top surface of collector flange and collector cover.

2. Apply ¼" bead of Ultra Copper Silicone around entire collector flange surface. Allow caulk to “cure” for

10 minutes.

3. Carefully reinstall collector cover, tighten screws evenly.

4. Allow a minimum of 6 hours before putting heater back in service.

WARNING

Heater components may be HOT when performing the following steps in this

procedure. Take necessary precaution to prevent personal injury.