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Page 1: ... Instructions Before First Use of This Product Savethis Manual for Future Reference Safety Instructions Installation Operation Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts List GAMA certificationappliesto all residentialelectricwater heaterswith capacities of 20 to 120Gallons Input rating of 12 Kw or less at a voltage no greater than 250 V _WARNING READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE...

Page 2: ... couplings or other restrictions Mustnot be pluggedor blocked Mustbe of material listedfor hot water distribution Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the temperature pressurerelief valve and the dis chargepipe Mustterminate at an adequatedrain Mustnothaveanyvalvebetweenthe reliefvabeandtank AWARNING I HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK Before remowng I any access panels or servicing...

Page 3: ...ation Checklist 12 Service and Adjustment Temperature Regulation 13 Thermostats 13 Temperature Settings 13 Thermostat Adjustment 13 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation 14 Draining 14 Element Cleaning Replacement 15 17 Drain Valve Washer Replacement 17 Service 17 Troubleshooting Guide Start Up Conditions 18 Thermal Expansion 18 Strange Sounds 18 Operational Conditions 19 Smelly Water 19 _Ai...

Page 4: ... must read and be aware of All warnings and all instructions are essential to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety Since we cannot put everything on the first few pages READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not understand any portion of the instructions call Sears Service Center...

Page 5: ...ERVICE CENTERS 20 DIAMETER DRAIN PAN FOR WATER HEATERS I E IN DIAMETER AND UNDER Basic Tools You may or may not need all of these tools depending on y_ our type of installation These tools can be purchased at your local Sears store Pipe Wrench 2 14 Screwdriver 6 Foot Tape or Folding Rule Garden Hose Drill Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape 6 FOOT TAPE GARDEN HOSE SLOT HEAD SCREWDRIVER PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER P...

Page 6: ...d and ready to be removed b If you have galvanized pipe to the water heater loosen the two gal vanized pipes with a pipe wrench at the union in each line Also disconnect the piping remaining to the water heater These pieces should be saved since they may be needed when reconnecting the new water heater Disconnect the temperature pressure relief valve drain line When the water heater is drained dis...

Page 7: ... water heater Drain pansare avail able at your local Sears stores Such a drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain Under no circumstances is the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water damage in connectionwith thiswater heater Look at the side of the water heater The cold water inlet is marked cold Put two or three turns of teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded to sw...

Page 8: ...en the relief valve and the tank Do not connecttubing directly to dischargedrain unlessa 6 air gap is provided To prevent bodily injury hazard to life or property damage the relief valve must be allowed to discharge water in quantities shouldcircumstancesdemand If the dischargepipe is not connected to a drain or other suitable means the water flowmay causeproperty damage The DischargePipe Must not...

Page 9: ... water supply valve must be left open when the water heater is in use 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_t is completely full of I water To prevent damage to the tank and heating ele ment the tank mu...

Page 10: ...ctions cont d Wiring Diagrams STANDARD WIRING FOR SINGLE ELEMENT 120 VOLT TO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY ON O_F _ SWITCH II qlll I I I JUNCTION BOX _H_TING ELEMENT STANDARD WIRING FOR SINGLE ELEMENT 240 VOLT _ _TING ELEMENT 10 ...

Page 11: ...ntained therein are protect ed by overcurrentdevices rated at 20 amperes or tess The conduit or tubing is terminated in fittings approved for grounding For complete grounding details and all allowable exceptions refer to the latest edition of the National Electrical Code 4 A standard conduit opening has been made in the water heater junction box for the conduit connection 5 Use wire nuts and conne...

Page 12: ... section Is the water heater completely filled with water See Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Installation Instructions sectxon TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE HOT WATER Do not ca_ or plug Provide a 6 air gap between the end of the pipe and drain Will a water leak damage anything See Facts to Consider About the Location sect on Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water...

Page 13: ...s a thermostat setting of approximately 120 F which will supply hot water at the most economi cal temperatures A Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130 E B Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140 E C Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150 E VERY HOT Is a thermostat setting of approximately 160 E It is recommended that the dial be set lower when ever possible NOTE Water temperature...

Page 14: ...let to the water heater follow the draining instructions and replace the temperature pressure relief valve with a new one Failure to install and maintain a new properly listed tempera ture pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from any claim which might result from excessive temperature or pressure _WARNING If the temperature pressure relief valve on the appliance weeps or discharges...

Page 15: ...emove panel _WARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKI 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 2 Turn off the water supply to the water heater at the water shutoffvalve or water meter 5 Remove the insulation block to expose the opemng...

Page 16: ...the two wires on the element and unscrew the old element from the tank 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 8 Clean the area around the element opening Remove any sediment from or around the element opening inside the tank 9 If...

Page 17: ...below the screw handle Remove the washer and put the new one in place Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve and retighten using a wrench DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN Follow Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Installation Instructions section Check for leaks Turn ON electric power to the water heater 18 Replace access panel 19 Turn ON electric power to water heater A CAUTION ...

Page 18: ...ice Centers Contact the local plumbing inspector water supplier and or the Sears Service Center for assistance in controlling these situations Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications Model Tank Capacity Dimensions in Inches Pipe Fitting Number In Gallons Diameter Length On Tank 153 331020 2 8 inches 12_ inches _ Male 153 331050 5 11 inches 14_inches _ Male HOT COLD WATERHEATER 3 COLDWATER PRESSURE I...

Page 19: ...l deposits will build up on your heating elements This buildup will causea rumbling noise Follow Element Cleaning Replacement instructions to clean and replace the elements HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM The water heater has a high limit shut off system with a reset button located on the thermostat Follow the resetting instructions which refer to the high limit behind the access panel NOTE If yo...

Page 20: ...al supply to your water heater is ON Check for loose or blown fuses in your water heater circuit Circuit breakers weaken with age and may not handle their rated load and should be replaced Make certain the disconnect switch if used is in the ON position Check to see the electric service to your house has not been interrupted If this is the case contact the electric company Are the thermostats set ...

Page 21: ...HOCK1 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 Turn electrical power OFF remove access panels and fold back insulation If leaking around elements follow proper draining instructions and remove element Reposition or replace gasket...

Page 22: ...E ECONOMIZER TM 6 COMPACT ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153 317032 20 Gal Tall 153 317132 10 Gal 153 317232 20 Gal Short 153 317332 30 Gal 153 317632 6 Gal 153 327032 20 Gal 240 V 153 327332 30 Gal 240 V 12 4 5 2 6 13 3 22 ...

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Page 24: ... of two families or more tl_eabove warranty coverage for tanks that leak is effective for 2 years from the date of purchase To obtain warranty service SIMPLY CALL 1 800 4MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States This warrantygivesyou specificlegal rightsandyou may alsohaveother rightswhich varyfrom state to state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO Dept 8...

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