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Page 1: ...roduct Savethis Manual for Future Reference ELECTRIC WATE R H EATE RS Safety Instructions Installation Operation Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts List GAMA certification applies to all residential electric water heaters with capacitiesof 20 to 120 Gallons input rating of 12 Kw or less at a voltage no greater than 250 _ WARNING READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER AND...

Page 2: ...estrictions Must not be pluggedor Mocked Must be of material listedfur hot water distribution Must be installedso as to allow complete drainageof both the_ re_va_ and thed_har_e pipe Mustterminate at an adequate drain Must not haveonyvalvebetwean the teller valveond tenlc _ WARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical s...

Page 3: ...Water Heater 10 Converting the Lower Element 10 12 Wiring Diagrams 13 Wiring 14 Installation Checklist 15 Service and Adjustment 16 21 Temperature Regulation 16 Thermostats 16 Thermostat Settings 16 Thermostat Adjustments 17 Temperature Pressure RAief Valve Operation 18 Draining 18 Hement Cleaning and Replacement 19 21 Drain Valve Washer Replacement 21 Service 21 Troubleshooting Guide 22 25 Start ...

Page 4: ...afety rules the water heater will not operate properly It could cause DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE This manual contains instructions for the installation opera tion and maintenance of this electric water heater It also contains warnings throughout the manual that you must read and be aware of All warnings and all instructions are essential to the proper operation of the water...

Page 5: ...ATERS IS IN DIAMETER AND UNDER 28 DIAMETER DRAIN PAN FOR WATER HEATERS 26 IN DIAMETER AND UNDER Basic Tools You may or may not need all of these tools depending on your type of installation These tools can be purchased at your local Sears store Pipe Wrench 2 Screwdriver 6 Foot Tape or Folding Rule Garden Hose Drill Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape 6 FOOT TAPE GARDEN HOSE SLOT HEAD SCREW DRIVER PIPE WRENCH...

Page 6: ...dand ready to be removed U Q b you galvanized pipe to the water If have heater loosen the two galvanized pipes with a pipe wrench at the union in each line Also disconnect the piping remaining to the water heater These piecesshould be saved since they may be needed when reconnecting the new water heater Disconnect the temperature pressure relief valve drain line When the waterheater is II II drain...

Page 7: ...water damage in connection with this water beater _ CAUTION INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES The water heater must be located and or protected so it is not subject to physicaldamage by a moving vehicle The location selection must provide adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation of the water heater Facts to Consider About the Convertible Lower Element The Upper Element if a double ...

Page 8: ...ck flow preventer check valve water meter with a check valve etc in the cold water supply means shall be provided to control thermal expansion Contact the local utility or local Sears Service Center on how to control this situation NOTE If using copper tubing solder tubing to an adapter before attaching the adaptor to the cold water inlet connec tion Do not solder the cold water supply line direct...

Page 9: ...ntact is made with any live electrical part The discharge opening must not be blocked or reduced in size under any circumstances Excessivelength over 30 feet or use of more than four elbows can cause restriction and reduce the discharge capacity of the valve No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the relief valveand the tank Do not connect tubing directly to discharge drain unlessa ...

Page 10: ...el_le_acidmaintenance of Relief Valve discharge lineanduthersafely preceubens COLD TEMPERATURE PRESSURE SHUTOFF VALVE DISCHARGE Do not cap or plug Filling the Water Heater To fill the water heater with water Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to the right clockwise The drain valve is on the lower front of the water heater Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater N...

Page 11: ...x on top of the water heater CONVERSION PARTS BUSS BAR 3 Open the flap of insulation to expose the opening 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 ...

Page 12: ...r electrical connection _ WARNING I Failureto tightenterminal screwscancausea fire which I I can result in DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTYDAMAGE 9 Replace terminal cover on thermostat and fold insulation back over the element making sure that the locking tabs on the ter minal cover are in place AWARNING Hake sure the thermostat is Rush against the tank the terminal cover is in place and th...

Page 13: ...VOLT SINGLE ELEMENT TO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY I _ UNCTION I 9 BOX BLACK I L _r RED LOWER HEATING ELEMENT STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT UPPER E C O THERMOSTAT FOR SSO0WATTS TO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY BLACK RED I l 3 UPPER ELEMENT LOWER 13 ...

Page 14: ... for the correct size wire and fuse circuit breaker 3 If metal conduit is used for the grounding conductor A The grounding electrode conductor shall be of copper aluminum or copperclad aluminum The material shall be of one continuous length without a splice or joint B Rigid metal conduit intermediate metal conduit or elec trical metallic tubing may be used for the grounding means if conduit or tub...

Page 15: ...cations section Is the new temperature pressure relief valve properly installed and piped to an adequate drain See Temperature Pressure Relief Valve section Is the water heater completely filled with water See Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Installation Instructions sect on Wdl a water leak damage anything See Facts to Consider About the Location section Are the cold and hot water li...

Page 16: ...DELS ONLY AWARNING Never allow smallchildrento usea hot water tap or to drawtheir ownbathwater Never leavea childor handi cappedpersonunattendedn a bathtubor shower Thermostats The thermostat s of this water heater have been factory set at their lowest position which approximates 120 F Hot to reduce the risk of scald injury NOTE It is not necessary to adjust the upper ther mostat However if it is ...

Page 17: ...THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE THROUGH OPENING IN LOWER ACCESS PANEL 1 Turn _OFF the electric power to the water heater at the junction box A WARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOClO Before remov ing 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 2 Take _OFF the ac...

Page 18: ...s and replace the temperature pres sure relief valve with a new one CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for draining Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an ade quate drain or outdoors OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank draining NOTE If the water heater is going to be shut down and drained for an...

Page 19: ...NJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE 2 Turn off the water supply to the water heater at the water shutoff valve or water meter 3 Attach a hose to the water hearer drain valce and put the other end in a floor drain or outdoors Open the water heater drain valve Open a nearby hot water faucet which will relieve pressure in the water heater and speed draining AWARNING The water passing out of the drain valve may ...

Page 20: ...alve to the water heater NOTE The cold water supply valve must be left open wfien the water heater is in use 13 To insure complete filling of the tank allow air to exit by opening the nearest hot water faucet Allow water to run until a constant flow is obtained This will let air out of the water heater and the piping CAUTION Never use this water heater unlessit is completely full of I water To pre...

Page 21: ...heater make I sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned OFF Failure to do this could result in DEATH SERI OUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE FoUow_Draining_ instructions See Service and Adjustment_ section Turning counter clockwise remove the hex cap below the screwhandle Remove the washer and put the new one in place Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve and...

Page 22: ...ough the Sears Service Centers Contact the local plumbing inspector water supplier and or the Sears Service Center for assistancein controlling these situations Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications Model TankCapacity Oimensionsin nches Pipe Fitting Number InGallons Diameter Length On Tank 153 331020 2 8inches 12_inches _ Male 153 331050 5 11 inches 14_inches _ Male HOT COLD WATER HEATER COLD WATE...

Page 23: ...node leaving the tank unprotected By doing so all warrantyon the water heater tank is voided AIR IN HOT WATER FAUCETS J WARNING HYDROGEN GAS Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for a long peri od of time generally two weeks or more Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable and explosive To prevent the possibility of injury under these conditions we recom mend the ho...

Page 24: ...supply to your water heater is _ON Check for looseor blown rises in your water heater circuit Circuit breakers weaken with age and may not handle their ratedload and should be replaced Make certain the disconnecl switch if used is in the ON position Check to see the electric serviceto your house has not been interrupted If this is the case contact the electriccompany Are the thermostats set to the...

Page 25: ...and tighten securely Then follow Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Installat on Instructions section Water from drain valve may be due to the valve being opened slightly The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be from condensation loose connections or the temperature pressure relief valve DO NOT replace the water heater unt...

Page 26: ...Parts Order List KENMORE THE ECONOMIZER TM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153 312060 30 Gal Short ll 12 4 1 I 2 26 ...

Page 27: ...ced only on return of damagedplate Not Illustrated Now that you have purchased your WaterHeater should a need ever exist for repair parts or service simply contact any SEARS Service Center or call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Be sure to provide allpertinent factswhen you call orvisit All parts listed maybe orderedfrom any SEARSServiceCenter most SEARSstores and by calling 1 800 366 PART 1o800 36...

Page 28: ...er heaters are equipped with factory installed convertible dements which can be operated at 3800 watts or 5500 watts Convertible elements a_ not offered as replacement parts _ ELEMENTORDERING INFORMATION If a replacement 3800 watt 240 volt element is needed O order Super Limeguardreplacement element Item 42 31906 If at the time of installation the waterheater was converted 2 to operate at 5500 wat...

Page 29: ...303 9002303 9002303 16 Upper Thermostat w Hi Limit 42 31917 42 31917 42 31917 17 Thermostat Bracket 9000309 9000309 9000309 18 Upper Element 4__2 31906 4231906 4__2 31906 19 Element Gasket 9000308 9000308 9000308 20 Model Rating Plate t 0270182 0270182 0270182 Manual 0002915760 These parts are also available at most Sears retail stores Also available at most hardware stores tReplaced only on retur...

Page 30: ...Notes 30 ...

Page 31: ...se when your Sears Kenmore water heater is installed and operated in a siugh family residence in accordance with the instructions in this manual Sears will l Repair defects in material or workmanship in this water heater free of charge 2 Furnish and install a new current model water heater of equal capacity and quality free of charge if a leak occurs in the tank LIMITED WARRANTY ON TANKS THAT LEAK...

Page 32: ...nt part free of charge You will be charged for labor If the water heater is subjected to commercial institutional industrial or use in residences of two farailies or more the above warranty coverage for tanks that leak is effective for 2 years from the date of purchase and the above parrs warranty is effective for 1 year from the date of purchase To obtain warranty service SIMPLY CALL 1 800qMY HOM...

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