Replacing the Drain Valve
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To avoid electrical shock or property damage, disconnect power before installing or servicing equipment. A qualified technician must perform the service procedures. |
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HOT WATER To avoid burns, use PPE when handling overflow tube and draining unit. |
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Open drain valve and empty water pan into a shallow pan or floor drain.
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Remove all doors and racks from unit and carefully lay the unit on its back.
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Loosen hose clamp on water hose and pull hose from water pan.
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Turn drain valve handle to open position (pointed outwards).
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Using 2 wrenches, turn drain valve counterclockwise, while holding fitting behind it. Remove drain valve assembly from unit. Full size units continue to Step 8.
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Remove elbow from valve. (1/2-size units only)
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Put pipe sealant on threads of elbow and install elbow in new drain valve. (1/2-size units only)
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Put pipe sealant on threads of fitting, and install new drain valve assembly onto fitting.
Unit is now ready for use.
