Maytag HRE2940L - Manual (Page 14)

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Instructions for Installation (cont’d)
2. The convertible element is located behind the lower access
panel of the water heater. Remove the two screws securing
the access panel, and remove panel.
3. Remove the block of insulation and pad to expose the
terminal cover.
5. Remove the screws from terminal 2 of the element, and
move the looped end of the wire aside.
6. The buss bar is labeled 5500 W. Place the buss bar over ter-
minals 2 and 3 with the 5500 W visible. Install the extra
screw provided into terminal 3.
5500 W
4. Lift out the tab as shown to unclip the terminal cover from
the thermostat. The terminal cover can now be removed from
the thermostat.
Lift out tab to unclip
terminal cover from
thermostat.
Converting the Lower Element
(cont’d)
1. Before beginning the conversion turn “OFF” electric
power supply to the water heater.
WARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing
any access panels or servicing the water heater,
make sure the electrical supply to the water heater
is turned “OFF”. FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD
RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.