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INSTALLATION OF THE ELEMENT
The element is a universal screwboss element suitable for geysers that are fitted with a screw-in element.
Please note that a separate flange must be purchased to accommodate for the thermostat. Each brand of
geyser has its own unique flange.
Screw in elements
Tools needed:
Phillips screwdriver
Screw-in element wrench
Your new element
Garden hose
Multi meter or circuit tester (to make sure power is off )
Installation steps
Be sure to use the same wattage, voltage, and flange style as your previous element.
1
Shut OFF electric power to water heater. See safety steps on page 6
2
Shut OFF cold water supply to the geyser, open the hot water faucet, attach a hose to the drain valve, open
the drain valve on the GEYSER and drain the water.
3
Remove access cover and fold back insulation.
4
Remove plastic terminal protector.
5
Check wires with a Multi Meter before attempting to
remove the wires.
6
Disconnect electric wires from element
7
Remove element using screw-in element wrench
8
Clean gasket area and threads
9
Install gasket on element
10
Close drain valve and turn ON cold water supply.
11
Allow all trapped air to escape from open hot water faucet until water has a constant flow, then close hot
water faucet. If leakage occurs, shut OFF cold water supply and tighten element or reposition gasket.
PV System Installers Guide
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Installation of the element
