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Kenmore 153.31242 User's Manual

1. Water heater life depends upon water quality water pressure and the environment in which the water heater is installed Water heaters are sometimes installed in locations where leakage may result in property damage even with the use of a metal drain pan piped to a drain However unanticipated damage can be reduced or prevented by a leak detector or water shut off device used in conjunction with a piped metal drain pan These devices are available from some plumbing supply wholesalers and retailers and detect and react to leakage in various ways Sensors mounted in the metal drain pan thattrigger an alarm or turn offthe incoming water tothe water heater when leakage is detected e Sensors mounted in the metal drain pan that turn off the water supply to the entire home when water is detected in the drain pan Water supply shut off devices that activate based on the water pressure differential between the cold water and hot water pipes connected to the water heater CAUTION e Water heater must be located in a protective area INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES The water heater must be located and or protected so it is not subject to physica damage by a moving vehicle The location selection must provide adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation of the water heater Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets are available to the general public for external use on electric water heaters but a
2. in property damage e Fill tank with water before operation 17 Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water To prevent damage to the tank and heating element the tank must be filled with water Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning ON power 14 Check element for water leaks If leakage occurs tighten element or repeat steps 2 and 3 remove element and reposition gasket Then repeat steps 10 through 14 15 Reconnect the two wires to the element and then check to make sure the thermostat remains firmly against the surface of the tank FIGURE 38 16 Replace terminal cover on thermostat making sure that the locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place LIFT OUT TAB TO UNCLIP TERMINAL JACKET SOVER EROM PLASTIC TABS ON THERMOSTAT TERMINAL COVER BOTH SIDES OF CLIPPED TO TERMINAL COVER THERMOSTAT AT HOL IT IN PLACE THIS POINT THERMOSTAT BRACKET TANK LOWER ELEMENT THERMOSTAT AT TOP OF COVER JACKET FIGURE 39 17 Replace the insulation so that it completely covers the thermostat and element FIGURE 40 18 Replace access panel 19 Turn ON electric power to water heater El AE qm Ele e PREPA REO ARPA FIGURE 41 18 Drain Valve Washer Replacement A WARNING e Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical supply to the w
3. be provided to control thermal expansion Contact the local utility or Sears Service Center on how to control this situation NOTE If using copper tubing solder tubing to an adapter before attaching the adapter to the water inlet connection Do not solder the water supply lines directly to the cold water inlet It will harm the dip tube and damage the tank CAUTION e Avoid water heater damage Install thermal expansion tank if necessary Do not apply heat to cold water inlet e Contact qualified installer or service agency 10 NOTE To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and cold water fittings it is strongly recommended that di electric unions or couplings be installed on this water heater when connected to copper pipe 1 Look at the top cover of the water heater The hot water outlet is marked hot Put two or three turns of teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded to sweat coupling and around both ends of the 3 4 threaded nipple Using flexible connectors connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet of the water heater 2 Look atthe top cover 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 sweat coupling and around both ends of the 3 4 threaded nipple Using flexible connectors connect the cold water pipe to the cold water inlet of the water heater NOTE Your water heater is insulated
4. drain valve and allow all of the water to drain from the tank Flush the tank with water as needed to remove sediment AUN NOTE If the water heater is going to be shut down and drained for an extended period the drain valve should be left open with hose connected allowing water to terminate to an adequate drain 6 Close the drain valve refill the tank and restart the heater as directed in this manual CAUTION Improper installation and use may result in property damage Fill tank with water before operation Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water To prevent damage to the tank and heating element the tank must be filled with water Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning ON power Thermostat Removal Replacement 44 WARNING e Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned OFF e Failure to do this could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage 1 Turn OFF the electrical power to the water heater at the junction box 2 Remove the access panel then fold the insulation back to expose the thermostat 3 Lift out the tab as shown below 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 JACKET PLA
5. heater follow the draining instructions and replace the temperature pressure relief valve with a new one BY Sy ys CCS TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE DISCHARGE PIPE Do not cap or plug 46 INCH MAXIMUM AIR GAP FLOOR H Y FIGURE 10 Filling the Water Heater CAUTION Avoid water heater damage Fill tank with water before operating Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water To prevent damage to the tank and heating element the tank must be filled with water Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning ON power To fill the water heater with water 1 Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to the right clockwise The drain valve is located on the lower front of the water heater 2 Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater NOTE The cold water supply valve must be left open when the water heater is in use 3 To ensure 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 4 Check all new water piping for leaks Repair as needed 12 Wiring You must provide all wiring of the proper size outside of the water heater You must obey local codes and electric company requirements when you install this wiring If you are not familiar with electric c
6. to keep the tank in operating condition Exposed Pitted Exposed Support Anode Support Wire Rod Wire FIGURE 28A Anode deterioration depends on the water conductivity not necessarily water condition A corroded or pitted anode rod indicates high water conductivity and should be checked and or replaced more often than an anode rod that appears to be intact Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the life of your water heater Inspection should be conducted by calling Sears Service Center At a minimum the anode s should be checked annually after the warranty period Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation The temperature pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year ADANGER Burn hazard e Hot water discharge e Keep hands clear of drain valve discharge The temperature pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year Caution should be taken to ensure that 1 no one is in front of or around the outlet of the temperature pressure relief valve discharge line and 2 the water manually discharged will not cause any property damage or bodily injury The water may be extremely hot 15 TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE DISCHARGE PIPE FIGURE 28B If after manually operating the valve it fails to completely reset and continues to release water immediately close the cold water inlet to the water heater follow the draining instructions and r
7. to minimize heat loss from the tank Further reduction in heat loss can be accomplished by insulating the hot water lines from the water heater TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE DISCHARGE PIPE Do not cap or plug 6 INCH MAXIMUM AIR GAP FLOOR DRAIN Fra FIGURE 8 T amp P Valve and Pipe Insulation 1 Locate the temperature and pressure relief valve on the water heater also known as a T amp P relief valve See Figure 9 2 Locate the slit running the length of the T amp P relief valve insulation 3 Spread the slit open and fit the insulation over the T amp P relief valve See Figure 9 Apply gentle pressure to the insulation to ensure that it is fully seated on the T amp P Relief Valve Once seated secure the insulation with duct tape electrical tape or equivalent IMPORTANT The insulation and tape must not block the discharge opening or hinder access to the manual relief lever Figure 9 Ensure a discharge pipe is installed into the T amp P valve discharge opening per the instructions in this manual 4 Locate the hot water outlet amp cold water inlet pipes to the water heaier 5 Locate the slit running the length of a section of pipe insulation 6 Spread the slit open and slip the insulation over the cold water inlet pipe Apply gentle pressure along the length of the insulation to ensure that it is fully seated around the pipe Also ensure that the base of the insulation is flus
8. 2 Q Street Suite 5100 Sacramento CA95811 Instructions can also be downloaded to your computer at www dsa dgs ca gov Pubs Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be installed in accordance with Massachusetts 248 CMR 2 00 State Plumbing Code and 248 CMR 5 00 In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts this product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gasfitter MAXIMUM FUSE OR CIRCUIT MINIMUM WIRE BREAKER SIZE SIZE GAUGE AMPS ELEMENT WATTAGE 240 VOLTS MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED LBL ALLELE ELLER ELAR AAAARRLARAAAAAA LARA LAL LLL LLL Materials Needed To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below You may or may not need all of these materials depending on your type of installation EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLONS AND 5 GALLONS CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER EEE ELE METAL DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 20 DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVINGA DIAMETER 18 OR LESS AND IN 24 DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A WATER HEATER INSTALLATION KIT WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3 4 THREADED OR COPPER PLUMBING DIAMETER OF 22 OR LESS 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 Screwdriv
9. 4 instantaneous 1 second U S Government Memorandum C P S C Peter L Armstrong Sept 15 1978 Thermostat Adjustments Refer to thermostat illustrations under Thermostats section A WARNING e Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned OFF e Failure to do this could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage The thermostat is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired Read all warnings in the Temperature Regulation section before proceeding 1 Turn OFF the electric power to the water heater at the junction box 2 Take off the access panel then fold the insulation back to expose the thermostat 3 The slotted adjustment using a screwdriver can be turned clockwise to increase the temperature setting or counter clockwise N to decrease the temperature setting 4 Replace the insulation and access panel 5 Turn ON the power supply Anode Rod Inspection CAUTION e Avoid water heater damage Inspection and replacement of anode as needed The anode rod is used to protect the tank from corrosion Most hot water tanks are equipped with an anode rod The submerged rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank Instead of corroding the tank water ions attack and eat away the anode rod This does not affect the water s taste or color The rod must be maintained
10. ARRANTS ol aba 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS a e eee 4 INTRODUCTION att a A a da desd dba th ada 5 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ra a ld heel do 5 MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED 000 cc cece cece enna cee tnnt ceeteeecesseeecesseesecseeeeeeeeesaeeesesseesieeesesieeeessieeeenesecctaseeceess 6 Materials Needed dee tdo Casilla de a er 6 BASIC o E AE AEE EE E EEA AEE ALEE EE AAEE tt eee ne ork 6 Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering ocooccccncococoncoooooncnnononononononnnnnnnonononnnonnnnn cscs ESE PEPE AEE EREEREER ESENES ENE IEPE AEREE EREEREER EEEE 6 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 0000 0 c cocci cccccc cece cccne cece eeeecesseeecieaeeeceeesecseeesecaeeeciseeeecieeeseseesctseeeciseeescteeestieesetteeeessieeesseesess 7 16 Removing the Old Water Heaters cc e ea ees 7 8 Facts to Consider About the Location 0 ccccccccccccccccteccececeeeeeeeeecneeeeeeceseeaeeeeeecesaeeeeeeeecseeeeccseaeeesceeeceseeeeeecsuseeeeescsnsaeeeeees 8 Insulation Blankets lt lt si dctcihel hi bi be EM A A e la OS 8 Facts to Consider About the Convertible Lower Element 0 00 0 0 0ococccce cc ccc cece ccc ce eu cescececceceueeuuua eee eecececseceeueeaaeaerseeseeeeeanaaaaneesss 8 9 AYA EE 15 1 cl a E ee NE 9 10 T 8 P Valve and Pipe INSUIAtion ccc ccecccccesesescsececaeaeeeaeececeseseseeesesseesesesessssesstststsaesasaeaeaeeeeeeeeeesesecesesesestsasaaatatataneess 10 Temperature Pressure RENEE Valve ooo dara ita 10 11 Filing the Water O 1 02205 ei Sa A
11. O 12 Converting the Lower Elements isco it dd bt adidas 10 de 12 14 A ok Faces A NN 14 15 Wiring DIA Qh AMS tutto dto 16 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT rsrsr henii dotada A avecaaacieh ba dancs A lidad 17 22 Temperature Regulation A A A A i 17 TOMOS a aA 17 Temperature Settings dar id A a o Ns 17 Lower Thermostat AUSTEN cosida di AAA a O AE AA AAA E aE i i 17 18 Anode ROMO ii A A A eri 18 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation ooooooooooocooocccccccccncncononononononononononono no seseseaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesesee cesses ta on non EEEE nora nnnannnnnss 18 DEl USING ENEE E E E E N A 18 19 ThermostatREemoval Replace Edi e A e a a a ade a ee eee 19 Element Cleaning Replacement oooooooooooccccononnnncncnncnonnnnnnnnononononn nn nn eseeesaaeaeaeaeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee cee cesessaeaeaeaeeeeeeaeeeeeeeeeeeeesenenens ses 19 22 Drain Valve Washer Replacementiin cc ki antes ae ed i eds ie haa ld Ge a sien 22 SEPVICS res cee A A 22 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE tia A AE 23 25 AAN CANA AMOS o A E A tt eB hs La A Id ses te 23 Thermal Expansions lt d6eteon to tshu data da ohn ale Reet ae ele 23 SUPANGS SOUNS A a O arm Seatac a 23 Operational Conditions A O A 23 25 Sme y Walter A A a oe a 23 24 ASIA Hot Water Educa ld bo as dados 24 RUIIDINGNOISE O EEEE OTE di dd 24 High Temperature Shut OF Syria A A e EA lt Sis 24 Not Enough or NosHot Waters ii dd A AE A A AAA A Saas 24 25 Water IS T00 Hobe stron colonia do hha anto a atico ti col e a o td da ds o d
12. STIC TABS ON BOTH SIDES OF TERMINAL COVER HOL IT IN PLACE TERMINAL COVER CLIPPED TO THERMOSTAT AT THIS POINT THERMOS TAT BRACKET TANK LOWER ELEMENT THERMOSTAT TO REMOVE PULL ARROW AT ICP OF COVER JACKET FIGURE 29 4 Disconnect wires from the thermostat 5 Remove the thermostat from behind the thermostat bracket 6 Place the new thermostat in the bracket making sure it fits firmly against the tank 7 Attach the wires to the new thermostat NOTE Some of the terminals may require straight in wiring through an eye opening If wires are now looped recut and strip wire 3 8 to a straight length and insert 8 Put plastic terminal cover back in place 9 Replace the insulation to cover the thermostat 10 Replace access panel then turn the electric power on Element Cleaning Replacement NOTE These instructions are written for element cleaning and element replacement To remove the element from your tank in order to clean or replace it A WARNING e Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned OFF e Failure to do this could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage 1 Before beginning turn OFF the electric power supply to the water heater After the power has been turned off open a nearby hot water faucet until the water is no longer hot FIGURE 30 2 T
13. U nn AA an a na DIMENSIONS IN INCHES mm MODEL NUMBER Wiring size based on standard 60 C copper wire If distance from fuse box to water heater is more than 90 feet refer to your local electrical code SPECIFICATIO OVUNDAN RECOVERY RATE TANK CAPACITY GALS PER HOUR IN GALLONS loma HEIGHT 90 F RISE The installation must conform with the instructions in this manual electric company rules and Local Codes or in the absence of Local Codes with the current edition of the NEC National Electrical Code NFPA 70 This publication is available from your local government or public library or electric company or by writing Underwriters Laboratories Inc 333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook IL 60062 Ifafter reading this manual you have any questions or do not understand any portion of the instructions call Sears Service Center Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water heater Correct electrical wiring and connections are very important in preventing death from possible electrical shock and fires Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with the Facts to Consider About the Location section For California installation this water heater must be braced anchored or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an earthquake See instructions for correct installation procedures Instructions may be obtained from California s Office of the State Architect 110
14. Use amp Care Guide Model No C US 153 312420 40 Gallon Kenmore For potable water heating only Not suitable for space heating de IC ter H INSTALLER Affix these instructions to or near the water heater OWNER Retain these instructions for future reference ADVERTENCIA Si no puede leer o entender el ingl s y necesita el manual de instrucciones en espa ol puede solicitarlo al 1 800 821 2017 NO TRATE DE INSTALAR U OPERAR ESTE CALENTADOR DE AGUA SI NO ENTIENDE LAS INSTRUCCIONES No hacer caso de esta advertencia podr a originar lesiones graves o mortales P N 319358 000 0710 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com www sears com SAFE INSTALLATION USE AND SERVICE LLL LEED EET TTT Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation use and servicing of this water heater Many safety related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and on your own water heater to warn you and others of a potential injury hazard Read and obey all safety messages and instructions throughout this manual It is very important that the meaning of each safety message is understood by you and others who install use or service this water heater This is the safety alert symbol It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
15. ailable at most hardware stores Now that you have purchased this water heater 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 all pertinent facts when you call or visit All Parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Service Center and by calling 1 800 366 PART 1 800 366 7278 If the parts you need are not stocked locally your order will be electronically transmitted to a Sears Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling 23 The model number of the water heater will be found on the model rating plate located near the access panel WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION Model Number Part Number Serial Number Part Description THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST NOT A PACKING LIST Your Home For troubleshooting product manuals and expert advice managemylife www managemylife com For repair in your home of all major brand appliances lawn and garden equipment or heating and cooling systems no matter who made it no matter who sold it For the replacement parts accessories and owner s manuals that you need to do it yourself For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Call anytime day or night U S A and Canada www sears com www sears
16. ater heater is turned OFF e Failure to do this could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage NOTE For replacement use a 17 32 x 13 64 x 1 8 thick washer available at your nearest hardware store For ordering a replacement washer refer to the Repair Parts List section Before beginning turn OFF the electrical power supply to the water heater Follow Draining instructions See Draining section Turning counter clockwise remove the hex cap 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 HANDLE AND CAP ASSEMBLY WASHER FIGURE 42 Service Before calling for repair service read the Start Up Conditions and Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting section of this manual If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the water heater let a qualified person check it out Contact Sears Repair Services at 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 TROUBLESHOOTING POBLE ALLELE LLL LE AES LEED LE EL LENTIL LELAND RL Start Up Conditions NOTE Expansion tanks are pre charged with a 40 psi air a Ed charge If the inlet water pressure is highe
17. ates to the installation of electric water heaters The Sears Service Center also has a thorough understanding of this instruction manual and is able to perform repairs strictly in accordance with the service guidelines provided by the manufacturer 2009 Sears Brands Management Corporation GENERAL SAFETY AWARNING Read and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing operating or servicing this water heater Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result in death or serious injury Instruction manual must remain with water heater CAUTION Improper installation and use may result in property damage Do not operate water heater if flood damaged e Inspect and replace the anode as needed Install in location with drainage Fill tank with water before operation Be alert for thermal expansion Refer to instruction manual for installation and service A WARNING A WARNING e Before removing any access e Overheated water can cause water tank explosion e Properly sized temperature and pressure relief valve must be installed in opening provided panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned OFF e Failure to do this could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage ADANGER Water temperature over 125 F 52 C can cause severe burns instantly resulting i
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19. d dl e e din le 25 Leakage Checkpoints sa a ida AS A E Mage eda 26 REPAIR PAR TS LIST us da aia dea dain a a 27 29 NOTES a o Edesa 30 31 WARRAN TV e te e e e e do da Le eo ad aad 32 INTRODUCTION ccc ccc EE EE E EE ES ENE ESTELA Thank You for purchasing a Sears water heater Properly installed and maintained it should give you years of trouble free service lt is strongly suggested that this new water heater be professionally installed contact the local Sears Service Center or any Sears store They will arrange for prompt quality installation by Sears authorized contractors Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual UL Underwriters Laboratories Inc NEC National Electrical Code ANSI American National Standards Institute Read the General Safety section page 3 of this manual first and then the entire manual carefully If you don t follow the safety rules the water heater will not operate properly lt could cause DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE This manual contains instructions for the installation operation 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 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 PROD
20. e include a Adjusting thermostat b Condensation c Leaks in pipes or fittings Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore 250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable op is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator eration But like all products it may require preventive maintenance or freezer or repair from time to time That s when having a Master Protection J Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes Agreement can save you money and aggravation longer than promised The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your 2 boa 7 new product Here s what the Agreement includes 10 discount off the regular price of any non covered repair service and related installed parts Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use not just defects Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty No deductibles no functional failure excluded from coverage real protection Once you purchase the Agreement a simple phone call is all that it takes for you to schedule service You can call anytime day or night or schedule a service appointment online The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase If you cancel for any reason during the product warranty period we will provide a full refund Or a prorated
21. eplace the temperature pressure relief valve with a new one Failure to install and maintain a new properly listed temperature pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from any claim which might result from excessive temperature or pressure If the temperature pressure relief valve on the appliance weeps or discharges periodically this may be due to thermal expansion Your water heater may have a check valve installed in the water line or a water meter with a check valve Consult your local Sears Service Center for further information Do not plug the temperature pressure relief valve Draining and Flushing ADANGER e Burn hazard e Hot water discharge e Keep hands clear of drain valve discharge The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures Also periodic draining and cleaning of sediment from the tank may be necessary 44 WARNING e Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned OFF e Failure to do this could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage 1 Before beginning turn OFF the electric power supply to the water heater Open a nearby hot water faucet until the water is no longer hot Close the cold water inlet valve Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate it to an adequate drain or external to the building 5 Open the water heater
22. er 6 Foot Tape or Folding Rule Garden Hose Drill Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape SLOT HEAD SCREWDRIVER PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER ROLL OF TEFLON TAPE USE ON WATER CONNECTIONS peee PIPE DOPE SQUEEZE TUBE USE FOR WATER CONNECTIONS GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE PIPE WRENCH Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw Propane Torch Soft Solder Solder Flux Emery Cloth Wire Brushes TUBING CUTTER HACKSAW ren gt gt AN ar ROLL OF ROLL OF EMERY CLOTH LEAD FREE SOLDER SOFT SOLDER FLUX MENE 3 4 19 mm WIRE BRUSH O a 1 2 13 mm WIRE BRUSH PROPANE TORCH INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS OBEDECER Removing the Old Water Heater FIGURE 1 2 Open a nearby hot water faucet until the water is no longer hot When the water has cooled turn OFF the water supply to the water heater at the water shut off valve or water meter FIGURE 2 3 Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve and put the other end in a floor drain or outdoors Open the water drain valve Open a nearby hot water faucet which will relieve pressure in the water heater and speed draining Burn hazard Hot water discharge Keep hands clear of drain valve discharge LDEELLDLLL ELL LALLLAALEETETEEDEAL ELLE ARS ASSASSIN The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely hot To avoid being scalded make sure all connections are tig
23. er regulated water pressure B Little or no dissolved oxygen in the water C A sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater This harmless bacteria is non toxic to humans D An excess of active hydrogen in the tank This is caused by corrosion protective action of the anode 19 Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater models by replacing the anode rod s with one of less active material and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all hot water lines Contact the local Sears Service Center for further information concerning an Anode Replacement Kit 9001453 and this Chlorination Treatment Anode replacement and chlorination of the tank are not covered by the water heater s limited warranty If the smelly water persists after the anode replacement and chlorination treatment then you should consider chlorinating or aerating your water supply Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected By doing so all warranty on the water heater tank is voided AIR IN HOT WATER FAUCETS A WARNING Explosion Hazard Flammable hydrogen gases may be present Keep all ignition sources away from faucet when turning on hot water HYDROGEN GAS Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for a long period of time generally two weeks or more Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable and explosive To prevent the possibility of injury under these condit
24. ermanently injure you upon contact Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others These include the elderly children the infirm or physically mentally handicapped If anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap then you must take special precautions In addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs a means such as a mixing valve should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water heater Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the valves Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat read the Temperature Regulation section in this manual See Figure 7 below for mixing valve usage HOT WATER lt OUTLET COLD WATER INLET TEMPERED I K WATER 4 hs gt x OUTLET go ia TO COLD WATER O De ped ON LA WATER HEATER a lt a FROM HOT WATER MIXING OUTLET ON VALVE WATER HEATER FIGURE 7 Figure 8 shows the attachment of the water piping to the water heater The water heater is equipped with 3 4 water connections If a water heater is installed in a closed water supply system such as one having a back flow preventer check valve water meter with a check valve etc in the cold water supply means must
25. gulation section If you had experienced very hot water and now no hot water the problem may be due to the high temperature shut off system See High Temperature Shut Off System in the Troubleshooting section 21 10 During very cold weather the incoming water will also be colder and it will require a longer time to become heated The hot water usage may exceed the capacity of the water heater If so wait for water heater to recover after abnormal demand Also examine pipes and faucets for possible water leaks If you can not determine the problem then call the Sears Service Department WATER IS TOO HOT Adjust the thermostat to a lower setting See the Temperature Regulation section LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS OBERTA DISCHARGE PIPE DO NOT CAP OR PLUG a 2 P a G 6 INCH MAXIMUM AIR GAP AWARNING Read and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing operating or servicing this water heater Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result in death or serious injury Instruction manual must remain with water heater Read this manual first Then before checking the water heater make sure the electric supply has been turned OFF and never turn the electric supply on before the tank is completely full of water Use this guide to check a Leaking water heater Many suspected Leakers are not leaking tanks Often the source
26. h with the water heater Once seated secure the insulation with duct tape electrical tape or equivalent 7 Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the hot water outlet pipe 8 Add additional sections of pipe insulation as needed T amp P Relief Valve Insulation Manual Relief Lever T amp P Relief Valve T amp P Relief Valve Drain Line FIGURE 9 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve A WARNING Temperature pressure relief valve must comply with ANSI 221 22 CSA 4 4 and ASME code Properly sized temperature relief valve must be installed in opening provided e Can result in overheating and excessive tank pressure Can cause serious injury or death This heater is provided with a properly certified combination temperature pressure relief valve by the manufacturer The valve is certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment of materials as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves for Hot Water Supply Systems ANSI 221 22 CSA 4 4 and the code requirements of ASME Ifreplaced the valve must meet the requirements of local codes but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as indicated in the above paragraph 11 The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water heater 150 psi 1 035 kPa and a discharge capacity not les
27. ht and that the water flow is directed away from any person 4 Check again to make sure the electrical supply is turned OFF to the water heater Then unplug the water heater cord set or disconnect the electrical supply connection from the water heater junction box ata FIGURE 4 5a If you have copper piping to the water heater the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately four inches away from where they connect to the water heater This will avoid cutting off the pipes too short Additional cuts can be made later if necessary Disconnect the temperature pressure relief valve drain line When the water heater is drained disconnect the hose from the drain valve Close the drain valve The water heater is now completely disconnected and ready to be removed FIGURE 5a 5b If you have galvanized pipe to the water heater loosen the two galvanized pipes with a pipe wrench atthe 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 disconnect the hose from the drain valve Close the drain valve The water heater is now completely disconnected and ready to be removed FIGURE 5b CAUTION e This causes the water heater to become much heavier than normal f spilled could cause sta
28. ining Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the old water heater This causes the water heater to be much heavier than normal and this residue if spilled out could cause staining Facts to Consider About the Location You should carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater because the placement is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants in the building and for the most economical use of the appliance This water heater is not intended for outdoor installation Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water heater in a new location the following critical points must be observed The location selected should be indoors as close to and as centralized with the water piping system as possible This water heater as well as all water heaters will eventually leak Do not install without adequate drainage provisions so water flow will not cause damage CAUTION All water heaters eventually leak Donotinstall without adequate drainage WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK Installation of the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if the tank or any connections should leak the flow of water will not cause damage to the structure When such locations cannot be avoided a suitable metal drain pan should be installed under the water heater Drain pans are available at your local Sears stores Such drain pans must be piped to an adequate drain
29. injury or death DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous A DANGER situation which if not avoided will result in death or injury WARNING indicates a potentially A WARNING hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or injury CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous A situation which if not avoided could CAUTION result in minor or moderate injury CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous CAUTION situation which if not avoided could result in property damage All safety messages will generally tell you about the type of hazard what can happen if you do not follow the safety message and how to avoid the risk of injury The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to such substances This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm This appliance can cause low level exposure to some of the substances listed in the act Sears Service Center The Sears Service Center has the ability equivalent to a licensed tradesman in the fields of plumbing and electrical work including a thorough understanding of the requirements of the National Electrical Code as it rel
30. ions we recommend the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before any electrical appliances which are connected to the hot water system are used Such as a dishwasher or washing machine If hydrogen gas is present there will probably be an unusual sound similar to air escaping through the pipe as the hot water faucet is opened There must be no smoking or open flame near the faucet at the time it is open RUMBLING NOISE In some water areas scale or mineral deposits will build up on your heating elements This buildup will cause a 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 your water heater is connected to an Off Peak Clock and uses the 3 wire lead wiring diagram in the Wiring Diagram section then the water heater will have a high limit on both the lower thermostat Follow the instructions to reset the high limit behind the lower access panel 20 A WARNING e Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned OFF e Failure to do this could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage 1 Bef
31. n severe injury or death Children the elderly and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest risk for scald injury Feel water before bathing or showering Temperature limiting valves are available Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting A WARNING Fire Hazard Electric Shock Hazard rating plate death serious damage Do not use this water heater with any voltage other than shown on the model Failure to use the correct voltage shown on the model rating plate could result in bodily injury or property PRODUCT WARRANTY 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATER For three years from the date of purchase if this water heater is installed and operated in a single family home in accordance with the owner s manual instructions and all local applicable plumbing codes Sears will 1 Supply free water heater parts for those that are defective in material or workmanship 2 Supply a free water heater for one that develops a leak For the second through third year from the purchase date you must pay the labor cost for installation of parts or water heater For commercial institutional industrial or residential use by two or more families the above limited warranty is only for two years During the second year you must pay the labor cost for parts or water heater installation If governmental regulations prohibit Sears from furnishing a c
32. nto opening and tighten securely Then follow Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Installation Instructions section E Water from drain valve may be due to the valve being opened slightly F The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting G 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 until a full inspection of all possible water sources is made and necessary corrective steps taken Leakage from other appliances water lines or ground seepage should also be checked To check where threaded portion enters tank insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting If cotton is wet follow Draining instructions in the Service and Adjustment section and then remove fitting Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads and replace Then follow Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Installation Instructions section REPAIR PARTS LIST Fcc LLL LLL KENMORE 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153 312420 40 Gallon Medium OF Negi H Key o No a Part Description Drain Valve Drain Valve Washer 17 32 x13 64 x1 8 thick 165 Element Gasket Heat Trap Nipple Lower Access Panel Lower Element 3800 Watts 8 Manual 39358000 9 PrimaryAnode Rod 9003944 These parts are also available at most Sears retail stores Also av
33. ntrol the harmful effects of thermal expansion Thermal expansion tanks are available from Sears stores and through the Sears Service Centers Contact the local plumbing inspector water supplier and or the Sears Service 6INCH PRESSURE GAUGE Center for assistance in controlling these situations MAXIMUM AIR GAF A STALLATI N HORIZONTAL MOUNTING Table 2 Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications FIGURE 43 Model Tank Dimensions Pipe On Tank Possible noises due to expansion and contraction of some metal parts during periods of heat up and cool down do nat represent 153 331020 2 8 203mm 12 314 323 mm _3 4 Male_ harmful or dangerous conditions pressoroso s 11 ro mm 125470075 mm sama Table 3 Expansion Tank Sizing Chart Operational Conditions Inlet Water Heater Capacity Water Gallon SMELLY WATER Pressure In each glass lined water heater there is installed one anode Expansion rod see parts section for corrosion protection of the tank Tank Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water The most common complaint associated with the anode rod is one of a rotten egg smell This odor is derived from hydrogen sulfide gas dissolved in the water The smell is the result of four factors which must all be present for the odor Capacity Needed to develop Highest recorded inlet water pressure in a 24 hour period or A A concentration of sulfate in the supply wat
34. odes and practices or if you have any doubt even the slightest doubt in your ability to connect the wiring to this water heater obtain the service of a competent electrician Contact your Sears salesperson to arrange for a professional electrician WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY This water heater is equipped for one type voltage only Check the rating plate near the bottom access panel for the correct voltage DO NOT use this water heater with any voltage other than the one shown on the model rating plate Failure to use the correct voltage can cause problems which can result in DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE If you have any questions or doubts consult your electric company A WARNING Fire Hazard Electric Shock Hazard Do not use this water heater with any voltage other than shown onthe model rating plate Failure to use the correct voltage shown on the model rating plate could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage If wiring from your fuse box or circuit breaker box was aluminum for your old water heater replace it with copper wire If you wish to reuse the existing aluminum wire have the connection at the water heater made by a competent electrician Contact your Sears salesperson to arrange for a professional electrician 1 Provide a way to easily shut off the electric power when working on the water heater This could be with a circuit breaker or f
35. of the water can be found and corrected If you are not thoroughly familiar with electric codes the water heater and safety practices contact your local Sears Service Center to check the water heater CAUTION Improper installation and use may result in property damage Fill tank with water before operation 22 DEEL LLL LEDERER LLL LLL LMA LAR LLAMA Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water To prevent damage to the tank and heating element the tank must be filled with water The water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning ON power A Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or pipe connections may be leaking B Small amounts of water from the temperature pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure in your area C The temperature pressure relief valve may be leaking at the tank fitting D The element may be leaking at the tank fitting A WARNING e Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned OFF e Failure to do this could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage Turn electrical power OFF remove access panel and insulation cap with handle If leaking around element follow proper draining instructions and remove element Reposition or replace gasket on element Place element i
36. omparable model replacement water heater under this warranty Sears will furnish a new water heater of comparable output as permitted by such governmental regulations however the Owner will be charged for mo additional cost associated with the changes made to the replacement water heater design to comply with such governmental regulations Replacements and or repairs furnished under this warranty do not carry a new warranty and are only covered by the unexpired portion of the original warranty 1 YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY For the first year from the date of purchase Sears will free of charge supply and install new water heater parts for defective ones or a new water heater for one that develops a leak WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state SEARS BRANDS MANAGEMENT CORPORATION Hoffman Estates IL 60179 COMES ANGE SME NEN MAS a ORONO ROO ORO ROK OOOO KOOKS INANE NI ORNL RG GEER ERB RRL EBERLE NINII SS The price of your water heater does not include a free checkup service call On water heater installations arranged by Sears Sears warrants the installation A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete installation Thes
37. ore beginning turn OFF electrical power supply to the water heater FIGURE 44 2 Remove the screw securing the access panel then remove the panel 3 Fold the insulation back to expose the thermostat 4 Reset the high limit by pushing in the red button marked RESET FIGURE 45 5 Replace the insulation so that it completely covers the thermostat and element 6 Replace the access panel 7 Turn ON electric power to the water heater Ifthe high limit must be reset again call Sears Service Department to find out why the high limit turned OFF the electric power NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER 1 Ina new installation the water heater may not be properly connected Make sure the cold water supply valve is open Review and check piping installation Make sure that the cold water line is connected to the cold water inlet to the water heater and the hot water line to the hot water outlet on the water heater Make sure the electrical 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 Is the thermostat set to the desired temperature See Temperature Re
38. ply to the water heater is turned OFF e Failure to do this could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS 240 VOLT SINGLE ELEMENT TO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY JUNCTION BOX RED 30A 120 250V AC 2A 277V AK 125VA PTDY 120 480VAC BLACK LOWER HEATING ELEMENT FIGURE 24 SERVICE AN ULLAL E EEE EE DELEITE EE TT DJUSTMENT Temperature Regulation ADANGER Water temperature over 125 F 52 C can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death Children the elderly and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest risk for scald injury Feel water before bathing or showering Temperature limiting valves are available Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD Water heaters are intended to produce hot water Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing dish washing and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others These include the elderly children the infirm or physically mentally handicapped If anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap then you must take special precautions In addition to using
39. r than 40 psi the THERMAL EXPANSION expansion tank s air pressure must be adjusted to match that pressure but must not be higher than 80 psi C A U T 0 N HOT COLD WATER HEATER wip COLD WATER PRESSURE PT INLET FITTING REDUCING Property Damage Hazard VALVE WITH BY PASS Avoid water heater damage Install thermal expansion tank or device if necessary Contact qualified installer or service agency PRESSURE GAUGE INLET COLD WATER SHUTOFF As water is heated it expands thermal expansion In a closed aint AU y RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION os system the volume of water will grow As the volume of water VERTICAL MOUNTING grows there will be a corresponding increase in water pressure due to thermal expansion Thermal expansion can cause OTER HEATER FLOOR CENG premature tank failure leakage This type of failure is not COLD WATER JOIST ETC covered under the limited warranty Thermal expansion can also NEET ETINS cause intermittent temperature pressure relief valve operation water discharged from the valve due to excessive pressure build up The temperature pressure relief valve is not intended for the constant relief of thermal expansion This condition is not covered under the limited warranty STRAPPING PRESSURE REDUCING INLET COLD VALVE WITH WATER EXPANSION BY PASS SHUTOFF A properly sized thermal expansion tank should be installed on all closed systems to co
40. re not necessary with this product The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters Your water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conversation Act standards with respect to insulation and standby loss requirements making an insulation blanket unnecessary Should you choose to apply an insulation blanket to this heater you should follow these instructions below Failure to follow these instructions can result in fire serious personal injury or death Do not cover the temperature and pressure relief T amp P valve with an insulation blanket Do not cover the instruction manual Keep it on the side of the water heater or nearby for future reference Do obtain new warning and instruction labels for placement on the blanket directly over the existing labels Water Piping ADANGER Water temperature over 125 F 52 C can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death Children the elderly and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest risk for scald injury Feel water before bathing or showering Temperature limiting valves are available Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD Water heaters are intended to produce hot water Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing dish washing and other sanitizing needs can scald and p
41. refund anytime after the product warranty period expires Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today Expert service by a force of more than 10 000 authorized Sears service technicians which means someone you can trust will be working on your product Unlimited service calls and nationwide service as often as you want us whenever you want us Some limitations and exclusions apply For prices and additional information in the U S A call 1 800 827 6655 Coverage in Canada varies on some items For full details call Sears Canada at 1 800 361 6665 No lemon guarantee replacement of your covered product if four or more product failures occur within twelve months Product replacement if your covered product can t be fixed Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request no Sears Installation Service extra charge For Sears professional installation of home appliances garage door Fast help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone openers water heaters and other major home items in the U S A support from a Sears representative on all products Think of or Canada call 1 800 4 MY HOME us as a talking owner s manual Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations LLL LALO LLL EERS TABLE OF CONTENTS LDL LDL LLL LEELA SAFE INSTALLATION USE AND SERVICE cuco caca rial shes Aped caucus Eo daa 2 GENERAL SAFE a A Se Noe E 3 PRODUET W
42. round the element opening inside the tank 9 Ifyou are cleaning the element you have removed do so by scraping or soaking in vinegar or a de liming solution A WARNING Fire Hazard and Electric Shock Hazard Do not use replacement elements with any voltage other than shown on the model rating plate Failure to use the correct voltage shown on the model rating plate could result in death serious bodily injury or property damage Replacement elements must 1 be the same voltage and 2 no greater wattage than listed on the model rating plate affixed to the water heater 10 A new gasket should be used in all cases to prevent a possible water leak See Element Gasket in the Repair Parts List Chart Place the new element gasket on the thread side of the cleaned or new element and screw into tank securing tightly using an element wrench FIGURE 37 11 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 12 Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater NOTE The cold water supply valve must be left open when 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 Improper installation and use may result
43. s than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating plate For electric heaters watts x 3 412 equals Btu hr input rate For safe operation of the water heater the relief valve must not be removed from its designated opening nor plugged The temperature pressure relief valve must be installed directly into the fitting of the water heater designed for the relief valve Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that any discharge will exit only within 6 inches 153 mm above or at any distance below the structural floor Be certain that no contact is made with any live electrical part The discharge opening must not be blocked or reduced in size under any circumstances Excessive length over 30 feet 9 14 m or use of more than four elbows can cause restriction and reduce the discharge capacity of the valve CAUTION e Temperature pressure relief valve discharge pipe must terminate at adequate drain No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the relief valve and the tank Do not connect tubing directly to discharge drain unless a 6 inch 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 should circumstances demand If the discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other suitable means the water flow may cause property damage The Discharge Pipe Shall not be smaller in size than the outle
44. t pipe size of the valve or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions Shall not be plugged or blocked Shall be of material listed for hot water distribution Shall be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the temperature pressure relief valve and the discharge pipe Shall terminate a maximum of six inches above a floor drain or external to the building In cold climates it is recommended that the discharge pipe be terminated at an adequate drain inside the building Shall not have any valve between the relief valve and tank ADANGER Water temperature over 125 F 52 C can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death Children the elderly and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest risk for scald injury Feel water before bathing or showering Temperature limiting valves are available Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting The temperature pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year Caution should be taken to ensure that 1 no one is in front of or around the outlet of the temperature pressure relief valve discharge line and 2 the water manually discharged will not cause any bodily injury or property damage because the water may be extremely hot If after manually operating the valve it fails to completely reset and continues to release water immediately close the cold water inlet to the water
45. the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs some type of tempering device such as a mixing valve should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water heater Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the valves Before changing the factory setting of the thermostat see Temperature Settings table at right Never allow small children to use a hot water tap or to draw their own bath water Never leave a child or handicapped person unattended in a bathtub or shower Thermostats The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at a position which approximates 120 F 49 C to reduce the risk of scald injury The thermostat is factory set at a position which approximates 120 F 49 C and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding 30A 120 2504 AC 277 ac 125VA PTDTY 120 480VAC FIGURE 27 DEED EL TT TT E EZ ET EEE EEE NELLIE I Temperature Settings NOTE Water temperature range of 120 140 F 49 60 C recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers AB A DERA 110 normal shower temp 116 pain threshold 116 35 minutes 45 minutes 122 1 minute 5 minutes 131 5 seconds 25 seconds 140 2 seconds 5 seconds 149 1 second 2 seconds 15
46. the two most common types of connections between the water heater and the power supply You can easily see which type connection you have by removing the junction box cover on top of the water heater Two Wire Connection Diagrams is the most common requiring you to simply connect red to red black to black and the ground wire to the green ground screw in the junction box of the water heater Three Wire Connection Diagram is used when you are connecting the water heater to a power supply that has a Time Clock or Off Peak meter To make these connections refer to block 1 or 2 in this wiring diagram for the type of system you have NOTE If you have purchased a three wire connection water heater but you are not on a Time Clock or Off Peak meter and have a standard two wire connection power supply simply follow the connection diagram in block 3 of the three wire connection diagram 6 Use wire nuts and connect the power supply wiring to the wires inside the water heater s junction box 7 The water heater must be electrically grounded by the installer A green ground screw has been provided on the water heater s junction box Connect ground wire to this location 8 Replace the wiring junction cover using the screw provided CONDUIT GROUND FIGURE 23 13 Wiring Diagram A WARNING e Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater make sure the electrical sup
47. urn off the water supply to the water heater at the water Shut off valve or water meter FIGURE 31 3 Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve 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 FIGURE 32 ADANGER Burn hazard Hot water discharge Keep hands clear of drain valve discharge The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely hot To avoid being scalded make sure all connections are tight and that the water flow is directed away from any person 4 Remove the screw securing the access panel then remove the panel FIGURE 33 5 Fold the insulation back to expose the thermostat FIGURE 34 6 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 JACKET PLASTIC TABS ON BOTH SIDES OF TERMINAL COVER HOL IT IN PLACE TERMINAL COVER CLIPPED TO THERMOSTAT AT THIS POINT THERMOSTAT BRACKET TANK LOWER ELEMENT THERMOSTAT TO REMOVE PULL ARROW AT ICP OF COVER JACKET FIGURE 35 7 Disconnect the two wires on the element and unscrew the old element from the tank FIGURE 36 8 Clean the area around the element opening Remove any sediment from or a
48. use block in the entrance box or a separate disconnect switch 2 Install and connect a circuit directly from the main fuse or circuit breaker box This circuit must be the right size and have its own fuse or circuit breaker Refer to the chart in the Product Specifications section for the correct size wire and fuse or 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 electrical metallic tubing may be used for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is terminated in fittings approved for grounding C Flexible metal conduit or flexible metallic tubing shall be permitted for grounding if all the following conditions are met The length in any ground return path does not exceed 6 feet The circuit conductors contained therein are protected by overcurrent devices rated at 20 amperes or less The conduit or tubing is terminated in fittings approved for grounding For complete grounding details and all allowable exceptions refer to the current edition of the NEC National Electrical Code NFPA 70 4 Astandard 1 2 conduit opening has been made in the water heater junction box for the conduit connection 5 Wiring Diagrams see Wiring Diagrams section have been supplied showing

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