Kenmore 32646 Owners Manual - Page 22
Drain, Valve, Washer, Replacement, Service
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18. Replace access panel. 19. Turn "ON" electric power to water heater. FIGURE 41. Drain Valve Washer Replacement [ . 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" x 13/64" x 1/8" thick washer available at your nearest hardware store, For ordering a replacement washer, refer to the "Repair Parts 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" "Installation Instructions" section. instructions Check for leaks. in the Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater. _HANDLE AND CAP ASSEMBLY WASHER FIGURE42. 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 Services at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663). 22