Bradford White Corp Water Heater Bradford White Commercial User Manual

COMMERCIAL ELECTRIC ENERGY SAVER  
WATER HEATER  
MII SERIES  
IMMERSION AND SURFACE MOUNTED  
THERMOSTAT MODELS  
SERVICE  
MANUAL  
Troubleshooting Guide  
and Instructions for Service  
(To be performed ONLY by  
qualified service providers)  
Models Covered  
by This Manual:  
MII50(A)-*-**-(SF,CF,SCF)-***  
MII80(A)-*-**-(SF,CF,SCF)-***  
MII120(A)-*-**-(SF,CF,SCF)-***  
*Denotes kW Rating  
**Denotes Warranty Years  
***Denotes Wiring Code  
Manual 238-47174-00B  
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GENERAL INFORMATION  
Bradford White MII Series Commercial Electric water heaters can be manufactured with a choice between two  
different types of thermostat control options as follows:  
Surface Mounted Thermostats.  
Immersion Thermostat (contactor models).  
The model number is coded to identify the specific thermostat control system used for a particular unit. Below is  
typical model number and coded definitions:  
MII50 12 3 SF 018  
Wiring Code  
C-Contactor (Immersion Thermostat)  
CF-Contactor w/Fuse (Immersion Thermostat)  
S-Surface Thermostat  
SF-Surface Thermostat w/Fuse  
SC-Surface Thermostat (w/Contactors)  
SCF-Surface Thermostat w/Fuse (w/Contactors)  
Warranty  
kW Rating  
Tank  
The wiring code at the end of the model number is used at the factory to facilitate proper construction based on the  
electrical characteristics such as voltage, phase, kW rating and amp draw. In the field this information is determined  
from the heaters rating plate located on the front of the water heater.  
BRADFORD WHITE CORPORATION  
200 LAFAYETTE ST. MIDDLEVILLE MI 49333  
Model No: MII50123SF018  
Serial No: ZB2564812  
Model Number  
Cap.  
Press:  
50(gal.)/189.3(liters)  
Test 300(psi), Working 150(psi)  
Volts  
240  
Max Temp 180°  
Amps 29  
Phase  
Three  
Electrical Characteristics  
kW Each 4  
Wattage Rating Based Upon 60 Hz  
Total kW 12  
3 Elements  
Typical Rating Plate  
Located On Front Of Water Heater  
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GENERAL INFORMATION  
Contactor Models  
General Controls Layout  
Ground Lug  
Terminal Block  
Fuse Block(s)  
Contactor(s)  
Upper  
Control Box  
High Limit (ECO)  
Thermostat  
Direct Immersion Bulb  
Direct Immersion Bulb  
High Limit (ECO) Control  
Immersion Thermostat  
Control  
Lower  
Control Box  
Heating Elements  
Surface Mounted Thermostat Models  
General Controls Layout  
Ground Lug  
Terminal Block  
Fuse Block(s)  
Upper  
Control Box  
Surface Mounted Thermostats  
With ECO  
Lower  
Control Box  
Heating Elements  
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GENERAL INFORMATION  
600V Surface Thermostat (w/Contactors) Models  
General Controls Layout  
Terminal Block  
Ground Lug  
Upper  
Control Box  
Contactor(s)  
High Limit (ECO) Control  
Surface Thermostats  
Lower  
Control Box  
Heating Elements  
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GENERAL INFORMATION  
Surface Mounted Thermostats  
Surface mounted thermostats are mounted into a bracket above each heating element. The bracket holds the  
thermostat against the side of the tank responding to tank surface temperatures to sense a call for heat, set point  
temperature and high limit (ECO) activation. As each element has a dedicated thermostat (for all models excluding  
600V), it is possible to sequence the elements by varying the settings on the thermostats.  
Manual  
Surface Mount  
ECO (high limit)  
Combination Thermostat/  
Reset button  
ECO (high limit)  
89T Series  
Temperature  
control Dial  
Immersion Style Thermostat Control for  
Contactor Models  
The thermostat will complete control circuit  
voltage upon a call for heat. Likewise, the control  
will interrupt control circuit voltage when the water  
temperature is sufficient to satisfy the adjustable  
temperature limit of control.  
Direct  
Immersion  
bulb  
Immersion Style High Limit (ECO) Control for  
Contactor Models  
The high limit (ECO) control will interrupt control circuit voltage  
causing the heater to shut down when the high temperature limit of  
the control is reached (196°F 4°F). Once the cause for over  
heated water has been determined, The control must be manually  
reset to restore normal operation.  
Manual Reset  
Buttons  
Direct  
Immersion  
bulb  
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GENERAL INFORMATION  
Surface Mounted Thermostats (w/Contactors) for  
600V Models  
600V models use contactors to deliver line voltage to the heating elements. However, rather than the immersion type  
high limit and thermostat devices, surface mounted thermostats are used to operate the control circuit of the water  
heater.  
Surface Mounted  
Surface Mounted  
Thermostat  
59T Series  
ECO (High Limit)  
Manual Reset  
Button  
Temperature  
control Dial  
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GENERAL INFORMATION  
Contactor  
Contactor operation is achieved by energizing an operating coil in response to a call for heat from the immersion  
thermostat. Upon a call for heat, one or more contactors will energize all heating elements simultaneously. The  
operating coils are voltage specific, When contactor replacement is required be sure to order the proper operating coil  
base on the voltage rating found on the rating plate located on the front of the water heater.  
Terminal connections of  
contactor operating coil.  
Terminal connections to the  
fuse block and/or terminal block  
Terminal connections to the  
heating elements  
Direct Immersion “Screw-in” Type Heating Element  
1-½” Hex  
Screw-in Flange  
Terminal Block  
Zinc Plated Copper or  
Incoloy Sheath  
Terminal Block  
Screw  
Element Rating Ink Stamped  
on side of Terminal Block.  
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GENERAL INFORMATION  
Commonly Used Formulas  
(balanced 3 phase)  
(Single phase)  
Watts  
Volts2  
Watts  
Watts  
Amps =  
Watts = Amps x Volts  
Ohms =  
Amps =  
Volts x 1.732  
Volts  
Common Service Wire  
Configurations  
240V 1Ph  
BLACK  
GREEN  
Grounding  
Ungrounded  
RED  
Ungrounded  
240  
120  
120  
208 3Ph  
240 3Ph  
480 3Ph/277 1Ph  
Neutral  
A
B
C
Neutral  
A
B
C
Neutral  
A
B
C
120  
208  
120  
240  
277  
480  
120  
120  
120  
120  
277  
277  
208  
208  
240  
240  
480  
480  
RED  
BLACK  
RED  
RED  
BLACK  
RED  
RED  
BLACK  
RED  
Full Load Current Amps  
208 Volt  
240 Volt  
277 Volt 380 Volt 415 Volt  
480 Volt  
1 Ph 3 Ph  
600 Volt  
3 Ph  
5.8  
kW  
6
9
1 Ph  
28.8  
3 Ph  
16.6  
25.0  
33.3  
37.5  
41.6  
50.0  
66.7  
75.0  
83.3  
100.0  
125.0  
150.0  
1 Ph  
25.0  
3 Ph  
14.4  
21.6  
28.9  
32.5  
36.1  
43.4  
57.8  
65.0  
72.2  
86.7  
108.3  
130.0  
1 Ph  
21.6  
3 Ph  
9.1  
3 Ph  
8.3  
12.5  
18.7  
25.0  
28.1  
31.2  
37.5  
50.0  
56.2  
62.5  
75.0  
93.7  
112.5  
7.2  
43.2  
57.6  
37.2  
50.0  
32.4  
43.3  
48.7  
54.1  
64.0  
86.6  
97.4  
108.3  
129.9  
162.4  
194.9  
13.6  
18.2  
20.5  
22.7  
27.3  
36.4  
41.0  
45.6  
54.7  
68.4  
82.0  
12.5  
16.7  
18.8  
20.9  
25.0  
33.4  
37.5  
41.7  
50.1  
62.6  
75.1  
10.8  
14.4  
16.2  
18.0  
21.6  
28.9  
32.5  
36.1  
43.3  
54.1  
65.0  
8.7  
12  
13.5  
15  
18  
24  
27  
30  
36  
45  
54  
11.5  
13.0  
14.4  
17.3  
23.1  
26.0  
28.9  
34.6  
43.3  
52.0  
64.9  
72.1  
56.2  
62.5  
86.5  
75.0  
115.4  
129.8  
144.2  
173.0  
216.3  
259.6  
100.0  
112.5  
125.0  
150.0  
187.5  
225.0  
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SEQUENCE OF OPERATION  
MII Series Commercial Electric Water Heaters can use either immersion thermostat (contactor models) or  
surface mounted thermostats. Sequence of operation for each configuration is explained below. It would be impractical  
to show all wire diagrams applicable to both configurations. A “typical wiring diagram” is illustrated to aid in  
understanding the principles of the operating sequence.  
Immersion Thermostat (Contactor Models): Configured to use a single immersion thermostat to control one or more  
contactors to energize or de-energize all elements simultaneously. In addition, a separate high limit (ECO) control with  
manual reset is wired in series with the thermostat. Both controls use a direct immersion bulb inserted into the tank to  
sense water temperature. Immersion thermostat and high limit control are mounted to provide temperature adjustment  
and manual reset access from the exterior of the unit.  
Surface Mounted Thermostats: Surface mounted thermostats are mounted inside the lower control box, in a bracket  
above each heating element. The bracket holds the thermostat against the side of the tank responding to tank surface  
temperatures to sense a call for heat, set point temperature and high limit (ECO) activation. As each element is controlled  
by a dedicated thermostat, it is possible to sequence the elements by varying the settings on the thermostat. However,  
600V models w/ surface mounted thermostats operate contactors in the same manner as an immersion thermostat  
model, only using surface thermostats to sense the call for heat.  
Line Voltage  
Sequence of operation for each system is explained below.  
Sequence of Operation:  
Immersion Thermostat (Contactor Models).  
The system has two distinct circuits.  
OR  
Terminal Block  
Fuse Block  
1. Power circuit (shown solid line).  
2. Control Circuit (shown dotted line).  
Line voltage is applied across terminals of fuse block  
1
or a terminal block. Line voltage continues down and  
connects to terminals L1, L2 & L3 of one or more  
contactors.  
Contactor  
Coil  
ECO  
(High Limit)  
Contactor  
A) Contactor is open (no call for heat), so there is no  
voltage across terminal T1, T2 & T3  
of contactor.  
T’stat  
B) The contactor is controlled by the control circuit  
consisting of the immersion thermostat,  
ECO (hi limit) and contactor coil.  
When the thermostat calls for heat, contacts close  
inside the thermostat completing the circuit through  
the ECO and energizing the contactor coil.  
2
The energized contactor coil causes the contactor to  
close energizing the elements from terminals T1, T2  
& T3 of the contactor.  
3
4
When the temperature setting of the thermostat is  
reached, the contacts in the thermostat open. This  
interrupts current flow through the control circuit de-  
energizing the contactor coil.  
Heating Elements  
The de-energized contactor coil causes the contactor  
to open, interrupting current flow through the  
elements. The heater is now in stand-by waiting for  
the next call for heat.  
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SEQUENCE OF OPERATION  
Line Voltage  
OR  
Sequence of Operation:  
1
Surface Mounted Thermostats.  
Fuse Block  
Terminal Block  
Line voltage is applied across terminals of fuse block or a  
terminal block. Line voltage continues down and connects  
to surface mounted thermostats at terminals L1 & L3.  
1
2
ECO (high limit) in  
2
thermostat is closed, so  
there is line voltage present  
at terminal L4 of thermostats  
and to one side of each  
element.  
ECO Closed  
Power to one  
side of element  
Surface Mounted  
Thermostat  
Heating Element  
Water in tank is cold, so  
3
Thermostat closed  
at terminal T2  
3
all thermostats are  
closed at terminal T2  
(calling For heat). This  
completes the circuit and  
allows current to flow  
through heating elements.  
4
As each thermostat is  
satisfied, it opens at  
4
Thermostat open  
at terminal T2  
terminal T2 interrupting  
current flow through the  
respective element. The  
system is now in stand-by  
mode, waiting for the next  
call for heat.  
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SEQUENCE OF OPERATION  
Sequence of Operation:  
600V Surface Mounted Thermostats (w/Contactors).  
The system has two distinct circuits.  
Line Voltage  
6 Element Configuration Shown  
(9 Elements Possible)  
1. Power circuit - Line Voltage (600V)  
2. Control Circuit - 120V  
Fuse Block  
Transformer  
60VA  
Line voltage is applied across terminals of fuse block  
1
or a terminal block. Line voltage continues down and  
connects to terminals L1, L2 & L3 of one or more  
contactors.  
A) Contactor is open (no call for heat), so there is no  
voltage across terminal T1, T2 & T3  
of contactor.  
B) The contactor is controlled by the control circuit  
consisting of the surface mounted thermostat,  
ECO (hi limit) and contactor coil.  
Contactor  
When the thermostat calls for heat, contacts close  
inside the thermostat completing the circuit through  
the ECO and energizing the contactor coil.  
2
The energized contactor coil causes the contactor to  
close, energizing the elements from terminals T1, T2  
& T3 of the contactor.  
3
4
When the temperature setting of the thermostat is  
reached, the contacts in the thermostat open. This  
interrupts current flow through the control circuit de-  
energizing the contactor coil.  
High Limit  
The de-energized contactor coil causes the contactor  
to open, interrupting current flow through the  
elements. The heater is now in stand-by waiting for  
the next call for heat.  
5
6
59T  
59T  
Notice in the wiring diagram at right that each row of  
elements is equipped with a surface mounted  
thermostat on the highest element in the row. These  
thermostats are individually wired in series to the  
contactor whose line voltage corresponds to the same  
row of elements. Each thermostat and contactor  
combination are wired to the high limit (ECO) device  
in parallel. This allows for each row of elements to be  
powered “ON” independent of the other element rows.  
However, the high limit (ECO) is wired in series so  
that voltage can be interrupted to the entire control  
circuit if the ECO senses that the tank water has  
become overheated.  
Heating Elements  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Most common cause for improper electric water heater operation can be linked to heating element  
failure.  
When troubleshooting an electric water heater with the incidence of “No Hot Water” or “Insufficient Amount of Hot  
Water” It is always a good idea to check the heating elements first following the procedure on page 15.  
Common Heating Element Failures Are:  
1. Dry Firing. Elements may be partially submerged in water or most likely, completely exposed with no water  
in the tank at all. In open air, an energized element (Dry Fired) will become completely inoperable within  
seconds. In some cases sediment or lime build up around an element can eventually cause an air pocket,  
resulting in a dry fired element. When element replacement is required, be sure tank is full of water prior to  
energizing the water heater.  
2. Grounded Element. In most cases, an element with a short circuit to ground will cause the circuit breaker in  
the service panel to open or shut off. In some cases there may not be enough current draw for the circuit  
breaker to open. This will allow the heating element to be in continuous operation resulting in over heated  
water, limited only by the ECO or Energy Cut Off located in the thermostat circuit. Repeated actuation of the  
ECO usually is the result of a grounded heating element.  
3. Sediment build up. Slow hot water recovery can usually be traced back to sediment or lime build up around  
heating element. Sediment build up can also over time cause a dry fired element.  
If a heating element is found to be inoperative, it must be replaced. Follow service procedure MCE-XV on page 30.  
The illustration below shows a common “Screw-In” type heating element identifying certain features commonly referred  
to throughout this manual.  
1-½ Hex  
Screw-in Flange  
Zinc Plated Copper or  
Incoloy Sheath  
Terminal Block  
Terminal Block  
Screw  
Element Rating Ink Stamped  
on side of Terminal Block.  
Typical Direct Immersion “Screw-In”  
Type Heating Element  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Quick Step Plan to Hot Water  
WARNING  
High voltage exposure. Use caution when  
making voltage checks to avoid hazard to  
life or property.  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Check all wire connections to insure they are snug  
and corrosion free.  
3. Reset high limit (ECO) (page 18-20).  
4. Check for inoperative heating element (page 15).  
5. Check line voltage (pg 16), and internal fuses (page 17).  
6. Refer to table below if items 1 through 5 above do not correct problem.  
SERVICE  
SYMPTOM  
PROBABLE CAUSE  
CORRECTIVE ACTION  
PROCEDURE  
1. No power to heater.  
1. Check circuit breakers at service panel.  
2. Check water heater fuses.  
3. Check all wire connections.  
4. Check heating element(s).  
5. Check thermostat(s) operation.  
6. Reset (check) ECO.  
2. Blown water heater fuses.  
3. Loose wire connections.  
4. Inoperative heating elements.  
5. Inoperative thermostat(s).  
6. Open ECO.  
2. MCE-III, Page 17  
4. MCE-I, Page 15.  
5. MCE-VII-IX, Page 21-23.  
6. MCE-IV-VI, Page 18-20.  
7. MCE-X, Page 24,25  
No Hot Water  
7. Inoperative contactor(s).  
7. Check contactor operation.  
1. Inoperative heating element.  
2. Sediment or lime build up on element(s).  
3. Thermostat(s) set to low.  
4. Inoperative thermostat(s).  
5. Inoperative contactor(s).  
1. Check heating element(s).  
2. Clean or replace heating element(s)  
3. Increase thermostat setting.  
4. Check thermostat(s).  
5. Check contactor operation.  
6. Check all wire connection.  
7. Reduce demand.  
8. Replace with larger heater.  
9. Temper water to heater.  
10. Correct plumbing connections.  
Not Enough Hot  
Water or  
1. MCE-I, Page 15.  
2. MCE-XV, Page 30.  
4. MCE-VII-IX, Page 21-23.  
5. MCE-X, Page 24,25  
6. Loose wire connection.  
Continues  
7. High demand period.  
8. Undersized heater.  
9. Very cold inlet water to heater.  
10. Plumbing connections reversed.  
Operation  
1. Sediment or lime build up on element(s).  
2. Loose wire connections.  
1. Clean or replace heating elements.  
2. Check all wire connections.  
1. MCE-XV, Page 30.  
3. MCE-VII-IX, Page 21-23.  
4. MCE-X, Page 24-25  
5. See page 8.  
Slow Hot Water  
Recovery  
3. Inoperative thermostat(s).  
3. Check thermostat(s).  
4. Inoperative contactor(s).  
5. Derated heating element installed.  
4. Check contactor operation.  
5. Verify element voltage and wattage rating.  
1. Surface thermostat(s) not flush with tank.  
2. Grounded heating element(s).  
3. Thermostat set to high.  
4. Inoperative thermostat(s).  
5. Inoperative ECO.  
1. Check surface thermostat(s) mounting.  
2. Check heating element(s).  
3. Adjust thermostat(s) to desired setting.  
4. Check thermostat(s).  
1. MCE-XI, Page 26.  
Over Heated  
Water  
2. MCE-I, Page 15.  
4. MCE-VII-IX, Page 21-23.  
5. MCE-IV-VI, Page 18-20.  
5. Check ECO.  
Noisy (singing or  
hissing) Elements  
1. Lime formation on elements.  
2. High or low line voltage.  
1. Clean or replace heating elements.  
2. Verify line voltage to heater.  
1. MCE-XV, Page 30.  
2. MCE-II, Page 16.  
1. Low line voltage.  
1. Verify line voltage to heater  
2. Replace contactor.  
2. Debris between contactor plates.  
3. Incorrect or defective operating coil.  
4. Loose wire connections.  
1. MCE-II, Page 16  
Noisy Contactor  
3. Replace contactor.  
4. Check wire connections.  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-I  
Heating Element Testing  
Test for Open or Burned Out Element.  
DANGER  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
Life or property, be sure power is turned OFF  
to water heater while performing this  
procedure.  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Remove access cover from lower control box.  
Remove insulation from inside of control box.  
3. Disconnect wires from heating element.  
4. Set multi-meter to “ohms” setting.  
5. Touch probes of multi-meter to screw  
terminals of heating element  
(see illustration 1).  
6. Reading should be 12.8 ohms ( 6%) for a 240  
NOTE  
Disconnect  
element  
Wires  
volt, 4500 watt element, see table below for other elements.  
Ohms = Volts2  
Watts  
A reading outside the range using the formula  
above ( 6%), indicates a bad element and the  
element must be replaced.  
Ohms of electrical Resistance  
For commonly Used Elements  
Element Screw Terminals  
Illustration 1  
Voltage Rating of Element  
Element  
Wattage  
208  
240  
480  
2000  
3000  
4000  
4500  
5000  
6000  
21.6  
14.4  
10.8  
9.6  
28.8  
19.2  
14.4  
12.8  
11.5  
9.6  
115.2  
76.8  
57.6  
51.2  
46.1  
38.4  
8.7  
7.2  
Test For Grounded Heating Element  
(damaged heating element with short circuit to ground).  
NOTE  
Disconnect  
element  
Wires  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Remove access cover from lower control box.  
Remove insulation from inside of control box.  
3. Disconnect wires from heating element.  
4. Set multi-meter to “ohms” setting.  
Element Flange  
5. Touch one probe of multi-meter to either screw  
terminal of heating element and the other on  
the element flange (see illustration 2). There  
should be no reading on the ohm meter. Any  
reading indicates a grounded element and the  
element must be replaced. Repeat this step for  
the other screw terminal.  
Element  
Screw Terminal  
Illustration 2  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-II  
Line Voltage Testing  
Line Voltage Testing  
DANGER  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
life or property use extreme caution when  
making voltage checks .  
Line voltage (single phase or three phase) will  
connect to a terminal block or directly to a fuse block  
located inside control panel.  
Determine heaters voltage and phase by referring to the rating plate located on the front of the heater. Apply the  
appropriate phase procedure below to determine if proper line voltage is present.  
Single Phase Line Voltage Testing  
Line voltage from  
service panel  
connected to Terminal block  
of heater  
Line voltage from  
service panel  
connected to Fuse block  
of heater  
OR  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Open upper control panel door.  
3. Determine connection point for line voltage  
from service panel, terminal block or  
fuse block  
4. Set multi-meter to volts AC. Be sure to scale  
meter for appropriate voltage.  
5. Use caution and turn power “ON” to water heater.  
6. Use caution and check voltage across top terminals  
where service voltage connects to water heater.  
(see illustration 3).  
A) Rated voltage IS present, power to  
the water heater is okay.  
Check voltage across  
top terminals.  
B) Rated voltage NOT present, Check  
service panel.  
Illustration 3  
Three Phase Line Voltage Testing  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
Line voltage from  
service panel  
connected to Terminal block  
of heater  
Line voltage from  
service panel  
2. Open upper control panel door.  
OR  
connected to Fuse block  
of heater  
3. Determine connection point for line voltage  
from service panel, terminal block or  
fuse block  
4. Set multi-meter to volts AC. Be sure to scale  
meter for appropriate voltage.  
5. Use caution and turn power “ON” to water heater.  
6. Use caution and check voltage across top terminals  
where service voltage connects to water heater.  
(see illustration 4).  
A) Rated voltage IS present, power to  
the water heater is okay.  
Check voltage across  
top terminals.  
B) Rated voltage NOT present, Check  
service panel.  
Illustration 4  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-III  
Fuse Testing  
Fuse Testing  
DANGER  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to Life  
or property, be sure power is turned OFF to  
water heater while performing this procedure.  
1. Turn “OFF” power to water heater.  
2. Open upper control box to allow access  
to fuse block.  
3. Locate fuse block and remove fuses.  
4. Set multi-meter to the “Ohms” setting.  
5. Check continuity across fuse  
(see illustration 5).  
A) Continuity IS present, fuse is okay.  
B) Continuity NOT present, Replace with new fuse  
Illustration 5  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-IV  
High Limit (ECO) Testing  
DANGER  
High Limit Control (ECO) Testing for  
Surface Thermostat models (not including 600V)  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
life or property use extreme caution when  
making voltage checks .  
1. This procedure assumes line voltage and  
fuses are in working order.  
2. This procedure illustrates testing of just one  
surface thermostat. Repeat this procedure for all  
surface thermostats on the unit.  
ECO reset  
button  
3. Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
4. Remove lower control box cover and remove insulation  
from inside of control box.  
5. Remove plastic cover from thermostat(s).  
6. Turn power “ON” to water heater.  
7. Check voltage across terminals L1 & L4 for all thermostats  
(see illustration 6).  
Illustration 6  
A) Rated Voltage IS present, ECO is okay.  
B) Rated voltage NOT present, proceed to step 8.  
8. Turn power “OFF” to water heater and firmly press ECO reset button on thermostat(s).  
Turn power “ON” to water heater and recheck voltage across terminals L1 & L4 of thermostat(s).  
A) Rated voltage IS present, the ECO has previously opened indicating the water in the tank, at  
some point did overheat, Check the following:  
1. Thermostat must be in full contact with tank.  
2. Be sure heating element(s) is not shorted to ground (see page 15).  
3. Proper thermostat operation (see page 21).  
B) Rated voltage NOT present, water in tank may be over heated.  
1. If water is overheated, turn “OFF” power to water heater and flow water through tank to cool below  
set point of upper thermostat. Reset ECO and recheck voltage.  
2. If water is cool, Replace thermostat(s).  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-V  
High Limit (ECO) Testing  
DANGER  
High Limit Control (ECO) Testing for  
600V Surface Thermostat Models  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
life or property use extreme caution when  
making voltage checks .  
1. This procedure assumes line voltage, transformer,  
fuses, and thermostat are in working order.  
ECO reset  
button  
2. Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
3. Remove lower control box cover and remove insulation  
from inside of control box.  
4. Check for continuity across terminals 1 & 2.  
(see illustration 7)  
A) Continuity IS present, ECO is okay.  
B) Continuity NOT present, proceed to step 5.  
5. Verify power to the water heater is “OFF”, firmly press the ECO  
reset button. Recheck continuity across terminals 1 & 2  
(see illustration 7).  
Illustration 7  
A) Continuity IS present, the ECO has previously opened indicating the water in the tank, at  
some point did overheat, Check the following:  
1. Thermostat must be in full contact with tank.  
2. Be sure heating element(s) is not shorted to ground (see page 15).  
3. Proper thermostat operation (see page 22).  
B) Continuity NOT present, water in tank may be over heated.  
1. If water is overheated, verify that power to water heater is “OFF”. Flow water through the tank to cool  
below set point of upper thermostat. Reset ECO and recheck continuity.  
2. If water is cool, Replace ECO (High Limit).  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-VI  
High Limit (ECO) Testing  
High Limit Control (ECO) Testing for  
Contactor Models  
Switch Contacts:  
Normally closed.  
Open on rise @ 196°F 4°F  
Manual Reset.  
Observe heating cycle.  
Does switch open?  
N
Is water temp  
over 196°F  
Y
N
Y
1. Determine if Hi-Limit has actuated. This can be done by simply  
depressing the reset buttons. If you hear and/or feel  
a small click, the switch has actuated.  
Is water temp  
over 196°F  
Y
Switch OK  
N
2. Use caution and turn power on to water heater and observe  
heating cycle following the Hi-Limit Heating Cycle flow chart.  
Replace switch  
High Limit Heating Cycle Flow Chart  
High Limit Control Continuity Testing for  
Contactor Models  
DANGER  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
High voltage exposure. To avoid  
hazard to Life or property, be sure  
power is turned OFF to water heater  
while performing this procedure.  
2. Water temperature must be below 196°F 4°F  
3. Remove Hi-Limit switch from control panel. It is not necessary  
to remove immersion bulb from tank at this time. See  
general controls layout on page 4 for location.  
4. Disconnect wire leads to Hi-Limit Control during this test.  
5. Depress reset buttons to insure switch contacts are closed.  
6. Set multi-meter to Ohms setting, Check continuity Thru circuit A & B as shown in the illustrations below.  
- Continuity IS present, Switch is okay.  
- Continuity NOT present, Replace switch.  
NOTE  
Disconnect  
Wire Leads to Control  
Circuit “A” Continuity Testing  
Circuit “B” Continuity Testing  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-VII  
Thermostat Testing  
Surface Mounted Thermostat.  
DANGER  
Operation Testing (not including 600V models)  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
life or property, use extreme caution when  
making voltage checks .  
Water In Tank Is Cold With Power ON.  
1. This procedure assumes line voltage, ECO and  
elements are in working order.  
2. TURN OFF POWER TO WATER HEATER.  
3. Remove access cover from lower control box.  
Remove insulation from inside of control box.  
Remove plastic cover from thermostat.  
4. Turn power “ON” to water heater.  
5. Set multi-meter to “Volts AC”.  
6. Check across terminals L1 & L3 of thermostat  
(see illustration 8)  
A) Rated voltage NOT present,  
Check fuses and or line voltage.  
B) Rated voltage IS present,  
proceed to next step.  
Illustration 8  
Illustration 9  
7. Check across terminals L4 and T2 of thermostat (see illustration 9).  
A) Rated voltage NOT present, Recheck ECO. If ECO is okay, replace thermostat.  
B) Rated voltage IS present, okay, thermostat is calling for heat, go to next step.  
8. Check across element terminals (see illustration 10).  
A) Rated voltage NOT present, check wire connections from thermostat to element.  
B) Rated voltage IS present, Repeat element testing, see page 15.  
Water Temperature In Tank Is Above Thermostat Setting.  
1. This procedure assumes line voltage, ECO and  
elements are in working order.  
2. Turn power “ON” to water heater.  
Illustration 10  
3. Set multi-meter to “Volts AC”.  
4. See illustration 9 above, check across terminals L4 and T2 of thermostat.  
A) Rated voltage IS present, replace thermostat.  
B) Rated voltage NOT present, thermostat is okay.  
C) Lower than rated voltage IS present, recheck for grounded element  
(see page 15).  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-VIII  
Thermostat Testing  
600V Surface Mounted Thermostat Models.  
Operation Testing  
DANGER  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
life or property, use extreme caution when  
making voltage checks .  
Water In Tank Is Cold With Power ON.  
1. This procedure assumes line voltage, ECO, transformer  
thermostat, and elements are in working order.  
2. TURN OFF POWER TO WATER HEATER.  
3. Remove access cover from lower control box.  
Remove insulation from inside of control box.  
4. Using a phillips head screw driver, disconnect the wire lead at  
terminal 2 of the thermostat. Only check one thermostat at a time  
to insure wires are correctly reinstalled upon completion.  
Mark wires if necessary for reinstallation.  
5. Set multi-meter to check continuity.  
6. Check continuity across terminals 1 & 2 of thermostat  
(see illustration 11).  
A) Continuity NOT present, replace thermostat.  
B) Continuity IS present, thermostat is okay.  
Illustration 11  
Water Temperature In Tank Is Above Thermostat Setting.  
1. This procedure assumes line voltage, ECO, thermostat, transformer, and  
elements are in working order.  
2. TURN OFF POWER TO WATER HEATER.  
3. Remove access cover from lower control box.  
Remove insulation from inside of control box.  
4. Using a phillips head screw driver, disconnect the wire lead at  
terminal 2 of the thermostat. Only check one thermostat at a time  
to insure wires are correctly reinstalled upon completion.  
Mark wires if necessary for reinstallation.  
5. Set multi-meter to check continuity.  
6. See illustration 11 above, check across terminals 1 & 2 of thermostat.  
A) Continuity IS present, replace thermostat.  
B) Continuity NOT present, thermostat is okay.  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-IX  
Thermostat Testing  
Immersion Thermostat Operation Testing  
DANGER  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
life or property use extreme caution when  
making voltage checks .  
Thermostat Specification:  
Calibration: 184°F/176°F  
Max Differential: 6°F  
Operating Range 80 to 180°F  
Providing the water temperature in tank is within the operating range of the  
thermostat, checking thermostat operation can be as simple as rotating the  
thermostat dial and listening to the contactor(s) to see if they respond to a call  
for heat.  
Use caution and turn Power “ON” and rotate the thermostat dial to call for heat.  
With water temperature below the thermostat setting, the contactor(s) close.  
With the contacts closed, use caution and check for rated voltage across lower  
terminals of contactor(s) (see illustration 12), If rated voltage is present, the  
thermostat is calling for heat.  
L1 L2 L3  
T1 T2 T3  
Rotate thermostat dial to the minimum setting. With water temperature above  
the thermostat setting the contactor(s) will open. With the contacts open,  
voltage should not be present at lower terminals of contactor(s).  
Follow the procedure below If preliminary testing above does not verify  
thermostat operation.  
Illustration 12  
Check voltage across  
lower terminals of contactor(s)  
Thermostat Control Continuity Testing.  
1. This procedure assumes line voltage, ECO and contactor(s) are in working order.  
2. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
3. Remove lower control box cover and insulation.  
4. Locate thermostat control (see general controls layout on page 4) and remove wire leads to control screw terminals.  
5. Water temperature in tank must be within operating range of thermostat for this test. If above or below, it will be  
necessary to drain tank and remove thermostat immersion bulb from tank to warm or cool the bulb to be  
within operating range of thermostat.  
Thermostat Immersion Bulb  
6. Set multi-meter to the “Ohms” setting.  
7. Rotate thermostat dial to highest setting.  
8. Check across screw terminals of control  
Thermostat  
(see illustration 13).  
Dial  
A) Continuity IS present, okay,  
Go to step 9.  
B) Continuity NOT present,  
replace thermostat.  
9. Rotate thermostat dial to lowest setting.  
10. Check across screw terminals of control  
(see illustration 13).  
NOTE: Disconnect  
Wire Leads to Control  
Screw Terminals  
A) Continuity NOT present, thermostat is okay,  
Illustration 13  
B) Continuity IS present, replace thermostat.  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-X  
Contactor Testing  
Contactor Operation Testing  
Noisy Contactor  
DANGER  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
life or property, use extreme caution when  
making voltage checks .  
Noisy or chattering contactor operation in most cases is due to voltage variations being supplied to the water heater.  
Extended periods of voltage variations will cause damage to the operating coil of the contactor causing noisy operation.  
Determine that service voltage to the unit meets the electrical requirements per the rating plate located on the front of  
the water heater.  
In addition, debris between the contact plates will cause noisy operation.  
Contactor Operating Coils  
Contactor operation is achieved by energizing an operating coil in response to a call for heat from the thermostat. There  
are three different operating coils used depending on voltage rating of the water heater as follows:  
Description  
Color Code  
208/240 Volt Coil  
277 Volt Coil  
Green  
Blue  
480 Volt Coil  
Black  
All the coils have a color code for visual conformation. In addition, the 277 & 480 volt coils are labeled with voltage rating  
for proper identification. All contactors supplied for replacement are equipped with The 208/240 volt operating coil. By  
removing the rear mounting plate of the contactor, the operating coils can be changed based on desired service voltage.  
When contactor replacement is required be sure to order the proper operating coil base on the voltage rating found on  
the rating plate located on the front of the water heater.  
Rear Mounting Plate  
Operating Coil  
Color Code Location  
Identification Label Location  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-X  
Contactor Testing  
Contactor Operation Testing (continued)  
DANGER  
This procedure assumes control circuit is operating correctly.  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
life or property, use extreme caution when  
making voltage checks .  
Providing the water temperature in tank is within the operating  
range of the thermostat, checking contactor operation can be  
as simple as rotating the thermostat dial and listening to the  
contactor(s) to see if they respond to a call for heat.  
1. Turn Power “ON” and rotate thermostat dial to the maximum  
setting, with water temperature in tank below the  
thermostat setting, the contactor(s) will close. With the  
contacts closed, check for line voltage across operating coil  
terminals (see illustration 14).  
A) Line voltage IS present, okay, go to step 2.  
B) Line voltage NOT present, verify control circuit  
operation.  
2. Check for rated voltage across lower terminals of  
contactor(s) (see illustration 15).  
A) Rated voltage IS present, okay,  
go to step 3.  
B) Rated voltage NOT present, replace  
contactor.  
3. Rotate thermostat dial to the minimum setting.  
With water temperature in tank above thermostat  
setting, the contactor(s) will open. With the contacts  
open, voltage should not be present at lower terminals  
of contactor(s).  
4. Check for line voltage across operating coil  
terminals (see illustration 14).  
Illustration 14  
A) Line voltage IS present, verify control circuit  
operation.  
B) Line voltage NOT present, okay go to step 5.  
5. Check for rated voltage across lower terminals  
of contactor(s) (see illustration 15).  
L1 L2 L3  
T1 T2 T3  
A) Rated voltage IS present, replace contactor.  
B) Rated voltage NOT present, contactor is okay.  
Illustration 15  
Check voltage across  
lower terminals of contactor(s)  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-XI  
Thermostat Removal and Replacement  
DANGER  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
Life or property, be sure power is turned OFF  
to water heater while performing this  
procedure.  
Surface Mounted Thermostat Removal  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Remove access cover from lower control box.  
Remove insulation from inside of control box.  
Remove plastic cover from thermostat.  
3. Disconnect wires from thermostat terminals. It may be necessary to label wires for proper re-connection to  
new thermostat.  
4. Note thermostat temperature setting for proper setting of new thermostat.  
5. Slide thermostat upwards and out of mounting bracket.  
Surface Mounted Thermostat Replacement  
1. Use a stiff brush to remove any debris or loose scale from tank surface where new thermostat will be installed.  
2. Slide new thermostat down into thermostat bracket until it snaps into place. IMPORTANT! Thermostat must set  
completely flat or flush to tank surface. An improperly installed thermostat will cause improper water heater  
operation.  
3. Refer to the wire diagram located on the inside of the upper control box cover and re-connect wires to the thermostat.  
Be sure wire connections are snug and corrosion free. Do not over tighten, doing so may damage thermostat.  
4. Set thermostat to the original thermostat setting found on the old thermostat.  
5. Restore power to water heater and verify proper  
heater operation.  
Tank Surface  
Proper Thermostat mounting  
flush with tank surface  
Thermostat  
Improper Thermostat mounting.  
Thermostat not flush with tank surface  
Thermostat  
mounting  
bracket  
Front View  
Thermostat Mounting  
Side View  
Improper Thermostat  
Mounting  
Side View  
Proper Thermostat  
Mounting  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-XII  
Thermostat Removal and Replacement  
DANGER  
Immersion Thermostat Removal & Replacement  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
Life or property, be sure power is turned  
OFF to water heater while performing this  
procedure.  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Turn off cold water supply to heater. Connect hose to drain  
spigot of water heater and route to an open drain. Open  
a nearby hot water faucet to vent heater for draining. Open  
drain spigot of water heater and allow heater to drain  
to a point below the Immersion bulb location  
(see illustration 16 ).  
3. Close drain spigot and remove hose.  
4. Remove lower control box cover and insulation.  
5. Locate thermostat inside lower control box mounted to  
the right side of the box, below the ECO control  
(see illustration 16).  
6. Follow copper capillary tube from thermostat to the  
immersion bulb location and remove immersion bulb  
from tank, 11/16 wrench.  
Immersion  
Thermostat Bulb  
Location  
7. Remove (pull) thermostat control dial from stem of  
thermostat.  
ECO  
Control  
8. Remove the two thermostat mounting screw screws  
located under thermostat dial (see illustration 16).  
Thermostat control  
Mounting Screws  
Located Under  
Copper Capillary  
Tube  
9. Once thermostat is removed, disconnect  
wire leads to the thermostat. NOTE: It may be  
necessary to identify wires for proper reconnection to  
new thermostat.  
Thermostat Dial  
Immersion  
Thermostat  
control  
10. Refer to wiring diagram located on the inside of the  
upper control box cover and properly reconnect wire  
leads to new thermostat and remount control inside  
control box using screws from step 8.  
11. Replace control dial to stem of thermostat.  
12. Loosen ferrule nut of immersion bulb.  
(see illustration 17)  
Immersion  
Illustration 16  
Ferrule  
nut  
bulb  
Copper  
capillary  
tube  
Tank  
nut  
Illustration 17  
13. Position tank nut at end of immersion bulb as shown in illustration 17. Insert immersion bulb into tank and tighten  
tank nut.  
14. Gently pull copper capillary tube to insure the immersion bulb is in a horizontal position as shown in illustration 17  
and tighten ferrule nut.  
15. Resume water supply, fill tank and check for leaks.  
16. Be sure tank is full or water and resume power supply to water heater. Verify proper thermostat operation.  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-XIII  
Contactor Model High Limit (ECO) Control  
Removal and Replacement  
DANGER  
Contactor Model High Limit (ECO) Control  
Removal and Replacement  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
Life or property, be sure power is turned  
OFF to water heater while performing this  
procedure.  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Turn off cold water supply to heater. Connect hose to drain  
spigot of water heater and route to an open drain. Open  
a nearby hot water faucet to vent heater for draining. Open  
drain spigot of water heater and allow heater to drain  
to a point below the Immersion bulb location  
(see illustration 18).  
3. Close drain spigot and remove hose.  
4. Remove lower control box cover and insulation.  
5. Locate ECO control inside lower control box mounted to  
the right side of the box, above the thermostat control  
(see illustration 18).  
ECO  
Immersion Bulb  
6. Follow copper capillary tube from ECO control to the  
immersion bulb location and remove immersion bulb  
from tank, 11/16 wrench.  
Location  
ECO  
Control  
Copper Capillary  
Thermostat  
Control  
7. Remove the two ECO control mounting screws  
located outside the lower control box.  
Tube  
8. Once ECO control is removed, disconnect  
wire leads to the control. NOTE: It may be  
necessary to identify wires for proper reconnection to  
new control.  
9. Refer to wiring diagram located on the inside of the  
upper control box cover and properly reconnect wire  
leads to new ECO control and remount control inside  
control box using screws from step 7.  
10. Loosen ferrule nut of immersion bulb.  
(see illustration 19)  
Illustration 18  
Immersion  
bulb  
Ferrule  
nut  
Copper  
capillary  
tube  
Tank  
nut  
Illustration 19  
11. Position tank nut at end of immersion bulb as shown in illustration 19. Insert immersion bulb into tank and tighten  
tank nut.  
12. Gently pull copper capillary tube to insure the immersion bulb is in a horizontal position as shown in illustration 19  
and tighten ferrule nut.  
13. Resume water supply, fill tank and check for leaks.  
14. Be sure tank is full of water and resume power supply to water heater. Verify proper ECO operation.  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-XIV  
600V Model High Limit (ECO) Control  
Removal and Replacement  
DANGER  
600V Surface Thermostat Model  
High Limit (ECO) Control  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
Life or property, be sure power is turned  
OFF to water heater while performing this  
procedure.  
Removal and Replacement  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Remove lower control box cover and insulation.  
3. Locate high limit switch mounted to the tank above the  
element spuds (see illustration 20).  
4. Disconnect wire leads to the high limit. NOTE: It may be  
necessary to identify wires for proper reconnection to  
new control.  
5. Remove the two high limit mounting nuts holding the  
sensor to the tank. Take care not to damage the  
mounting studs.  
6. Fasten the replacement high limit to the tank using the  
nuts from step 5. Take care not to damage the mounting  
studs. Refer to wiring diagram located on the inside of  
the upper control box cover and properly reconnect wire  
leads to new high limit.  
High Limit Switch  
7. Verify proper ECO operation.  
Mounting Stud  
Illustration 20  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-XV  
Heating Element Removal  
and Replacement  
DANGER  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to  
Life or property, be sure power is turned OFF  
to water heater while performing this  
procedure.  
Heating Element Removal  
1. STOP, DANGER! Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Turn off cold water supply to heater. Connect hose to drain  
spigot of water heater and route to an open drain. Open  
a nearby hot water faucet to vent heater for draining. Open  
drain spigot of water heater and allow heater to drain  
to a point below the Element(s).  
WARNING  
3. Close drain spigot and remove hose.  
Heater components and stored water may be  
HOT when performing the following steps in  
this procedure. Take necessary precaution to  
prevent personal injury.  
4. Remove access cover from lower control box.  
Remove insulation from inside of control box.  
Remove plastic cover from thermostat.  
5. Disconnect wires from element terminals.  
6. Remove element from tank using 1-½” deep well socket or appropriate wrench. Unscrew element counter-clockwise  
to remove from tank.  
7. Be sure to remove old element gasket from the tank. It is not recommended to be re-used.  
Heating Element Replacement  
1. Check new element terminal block for proper electrical rating. NOTE: Some elements have dual ratings, be sure to  
check all surfaces of the element terminal block (see illustration below).  
2. Apply new element gasket to the new element. Be sure gasket is seated flat against element flange without rolls or  
gaps (see illustration below).  
3. Clean any debris from element fitting on tank.  
4. Thread new element clockwise into tank. Tighten element using 1-½” deep well socket or appropriate wrench. Do not  
over tighten, over tightening may damage element gasket.  
5. Reconnect wires to element, be sure connections are snug and corrosion free. Do not over tighten, doing so may  
damage terminal block.  
6. Resume water supply to heater, be sure tank is full of water and check for leaks.  
7. Re-install plastic thermostat protector(s).  
8. Re-install insulation and control box cover.  
9. To resume operation, BE SURE TANK IS FULL OF WATER and restore power to water heater. Verify proper heater  
operation.  
Element Rating.  
Example: (4500 Watt, 240 Volt)  
Date Code  
Element Flange  
Element Gasket Seated Flat Against  
Element Flange Without Rolls or Gaps  
Terminal  
Block  
Manufacturer Identification  
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SERVICE PROCEDURE MCE-XVI  
Anode Inspection and Replacement  
Anode Inspection and Replacement  
DANGER  
High voltage exposure. To avoid hazard to Life  
or property, be sure power is turned OFF to  
water heater while performing this procedure.  
WARNING  
Heater components and stored water may be HOT when performing the following steps in  
this procedure. Take necessary precaution to prevent personal injury.  
1. Turn power “OFF” to water heater.  
2. Turn off cold water supply to heater. Connect hose to drain spigot of water heater and route to an open drain.  
Open a nearby hot water faucet to vent heater for draining. Open drain spigot of water heater and allow  
heater to drain to a point below the anode locations at the top of the tank.  
3. Close drain spigot and remove hose.  
4. Remove the plastic anode access plugs at the anode locations.  
5. Remove anode from the water heater (1-1/16" socket).  
6. Visually Inspect anode. Anode should show signs of depletion, this is normal.  
If depletion is ½ of the original anode diameter (original diameter approximately ¾”), replacement is  
recommended. If any of the steel core of the anode is exposed, replacement is recommended.  
7. Upon completion of inspection or subsequent replacement, reinstall anode into heater. resume water supply, refill  
heater with water and check for leaks.  
8. To resume operation, BE SURE HEATER IS FULL OF WATER and turn power “ON” to water heater.  
Anode Rod Locations  
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Generic Parts List  
Item  
1
2
3
3A  
4
5
5A  
6
7
8
Description  
Item  
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33  
34  
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36  
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40  
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42  
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44  
45  
46  
47  
48  
49  
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Description  
Anode.  
Heating Element Gasket.  
Cold Water Inlet Nipple.  
Plastic Snap Bushing.  
Lower Control Box.  
Upper Control Box.  
Terminal Block (Block A)  
Terminal Block End (used for block A).  
Terminal Block 2 pole.  
Terminal Block 3 Pole.  
Screw.  
Hot Water Outlet Nipple.  
T&P Nipple.  
T&P Coupling.  
T&P Relief Valve.  
High Limit Switch.  
Surface High Limit Switch.  
Hex Nut  
Lock Washer  
Screw  
High Limit Spacer.  
Cleanout O-Ring.  
Cleanout Gasket (ASME).  
Cleanout Cover.  
Cleanout Cover (ASME).  
Cleanout Cover Screw.  
Cleanout Cover Screw (ASME)  
Cleanout Access Cover.  
Brass Drain Valve.  
Escutcheon.  
Drain Extender.  
Thermostat Dial  
Screw.  
Immersion Thermostat.  
Heating Element.  
Surface thermostat Bracket.  
Surface Thermostat.  
Surface Thermostat Cover.  
Lower Control Box Cover.  
Heating Element Plug.  
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Fuse Block 2 Pole Class G  
Fuse Block 3 Pole Class G  
Fuse Block 3 Pole Class J  
Contactor 3 Pole.  
Contactor 4 Pole.  
Screw.  
Contactor Coil  
Fuse Class G  
Fuse Class J  
Fuse Class J  
Ground Lug Small.  
Ground Lug Large.  
Screw.  
¾ NPT Plug.  
Transformer - 120V  
10  
10A  
11  
11A  
12  
12A  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
22  
23  
24  
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Glossary of Terms  
Term  
Definition  
Unit of measure  
Volts  
Voltage -  
Current-  
Resistance-  
Electrical potential  
Rate of voltage flow  
Amperes (amp)  
Ability of a device to dissipate Ohms  
power irreversibly  
Ability to do work  
Energy per unit of time  
Energy-  
Power-  
kW/hr, Joule  
Watts, kW, VA  
One kilowatt (1kW) = 1,000 Watts. = 3,412 BTU  
DC = Direct Current  
BTUH = British thermal units per hour  
PSI = Pounds per square inch  
GPM = Gallons per minute  
AC = Alternating Current  
Hz = Hertz  
GPH = Gallons per hour  
ECO = Energy cut off  
°F = Degrees Fahrenheit  
°C = Degree Centigrade  
NPT = National pipe thread  
ASME = American Society of Mechanical Engineers  
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