Service Manual

Transformer Replacement Procedure
WARNING
120 volt potential exposure. Isolate the
appliance and reconfirm power is
disconnected using a multi-meter.
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Step 1. Position main power switch to “OFF
Step 2. Disconnect (unplug) water heater from 120
volt power source.
Step 3. Un-latch and remove top su
rround cover
from top of water heater.
Step 4. Disconnect primary leads (black & white) and
secondary leads (blue & yellow) from the
transformer.
(leads are different sizes to
prevent interchanging)
Step 5. Remove the 2 screws ( short Phillips screw driver)
holding the trans
former in place and remove
transformer from control panel. (see photo right)
Step 6.Install new transformer and secure in
place with screws from
step 5.
Step 8. Reconnect primary and secondary wires to
transformer (leads are different sizes to prevent
interchanging).
Step 9. Res
tore 120 volt power supply to water
heater and confirm proper operation following
the lighting instructions on the lighting
instruction label or
the lighting instruction
located in the installation and operating
instruction manual.
Step 10. Replace surround cover on top of water heater.
Step 4
Remove wires to
transformer
Step 5
Remove transformer
mounting screws
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