Instructions / Assembly
Heating Element Replacement Procedure
Step #1 - Turn o power to the water heater.
If heating elements need replacement, it is very important to use the same voltage, wattage, and construction.
Failure to disconnect the power from the water heater before attempting heating element replacement will result in property damage,
severe personal injury, or death due to electric shock.
Step #2 - Remove screws retaining the access panels and disconnect the wires from the element.
Step #3 - Run hot water at a faucet in the system. When it runs cold, shut o the faucet. Then shut o water at the main cold water inlet or,
if possible, valve o the water heater from the system. Drain the water from the system, or just the water heater if it can be isolated from the
system.
Completely drain the water heater before removing and replacing a heating element or elements. Failure to do so will result in a leakage of
water and property damage, and could possibly result in moderate to severe personal injury or death.
Water drained from the water heater may be scalding hot. Take care to avoid scalding. Wear gloves and safety glasses, and direct water to a
safe drainage location. Failure to comply with this warning could result in property damage, severe personal injury, or death.
DO NOT replace heating element with a generic heating element. Only HTP heating elements are approved for use with this water heater.
Failure to follow this warning will result in premature product failure and VOID the warranty.
Step #4 - Remove the element with a 1 1/2” socket wrench or element tool.
Step #5 - Inspect the removed element. Determine whether the replacement element will need a square gasket or round gasket and washer.
Step #6 - Ensure thread and opening are completely free of debris. Use a nylon brush to clear away any debris.
Step #7 - Put a small amount of NSF approved lubricant and sealant on the appropriate gasket and/or washer for the installation. Put the
gasket and/or washer on the element.
Figure 1 - Heating Element Detail
NOTE: Repeat Steps 3 - 6 as Necessary for Multiple Elements
Step #9 - Open the main cold water inlet. If the water heater has been isolated from the system, open the valves. Rell the tank with cold
water. Open a hot water faucet high in the system to bleed any air pressure from the system. Water will ow freely when air is completely bled.
Step #8 - Screw the element clockwise into the tank, and tighten with the 1 1/2” socket wrench or element tool. Be sure O-ring seats properly.
When lling the water heater, open a hot water tap to release air in the tank and piping. The tank must be full of water before the heater is
turned on. Failure to ensure the water heater is full before turning it on will result in damage to the water heater, and could result in property
damage, serious personal injury, or death. Such damages ARE NOT covered by water heater warranty.
Step #10 - Pressure check the tank for leaks around element. If no leaks are found, connect the element, and reinstall the access panels.
NOTE: If replacing an element with integrated wire leads, use the included wires and protective cover to connect the element.
Step #11 - Turn power back on to the water heater.
Failure to rell the tank before restoring power to the water heater will result in damage to the heating elements and property damage. Such
damages ARE NOT covered by warranty.
272 Duchaine Blvd. New Bedford, MA 02745 508-763-8071
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