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Replacing the Flame Sense/Hot igniter
Assembly
1. Remove the manifold/burner assembly. See Removing
the Manifold/Burner Assembly.
2. Lift the retainer clip straight up from the back of
the manifold component block (using a flat-blade
screwdriver), then remove the manifold component
block from the manifold door (Figure 26.)
3. Remove and keep the screw securing the flame sense/
hot surface igniter assembly (Figure 26)
4. Remove and discard the old flame sense/hot surface
igniter assembly.
5. Route the new flame sense/hot surface igniter con-
nector wire through manifold/burner door opening as
shown in figure 26. Secure assembly to bracket using
screw removed earlier.
6. Reposition the manifold component block in the mani-
fold door opening and secure it with the retainer clip.
7. See Replacing the Manifold/Burner Assembly.
External Inspection & Cleaning of the
Air Intake Chamber Screen
1. At least twice annually inspect the air intake chamber
screen (Figure 27) for any dust or debris that may have
accumulated on the screen.
NOTE: If the water heater is located in an area that is
subjected to lint and dirt, it may be necessary to check
the air intake chamber screen
more frequently.
2. Use a vacuum cleaner with a
hose attachment to remove any
dust or debris that may have
accumulated on the screen.
Cleaning the Combustion Chamber
and Air Diverter Assembly
1. Follow procedure outlined in “Removing the Manifold/
Burner Assembly”.
2. Use a vacuum cleaner/shop vac to remove all loose
debris in the combustion chamber (Figure 28). Use
compressed air to clear any dust or debris that may
have accumulated on the air diverter assembly.
Air Diverter
Assembly
Combustion
Chamber
Manifold
Door Gasket
3. Reassemble following the procedure under “Replacing
the Manifold/Burner Assembly”.
Replacing the Manifold/Burner
Assembly
Screw
Retainer Clip
Manifold Component
Block
Flame Sense/
Hot Surface
Igniter Assemb
Air Intake Chamber
Screen
Figure 27
Figure 26
Figure 28
Explosion Hazard
Tighten both manifold door screws
securely.
Remove any fiberglass between gasket
and combustion chamber.
Replace viewport if glass is missing or
damaged.
Replace two piece wire connector if missing
or removed.
Replace door gasket if damaged.
Failure to follow these instructions can
result in death, explosion, or fire.
WARNING
1. Check the door gasket for damage or imbedded debris
prior to installation.
2. Inspect the view port for damage and replace as required.