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... lessat a voltage no greater than 250 _L _WARNING READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER. Printed in the U.S.A. 1203 www.sears.com Part No. 184710_0OO Medium 40 Gal. Short... POWER ELECTRIC WATER MISERTM6 HEATER LISTED • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List ...
... lessat a voltage no greater than 250 _L _WARNING READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER. Printed in the U.S.A. 1203 www.sears.com Part No. 184710_0OO Medium 40 Gal. Short... POWER ELECTRIC WATER MISERTM6 HEATER LISTED • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List ...
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...available at the hot water taps used at plumbing supply or hardware stores. ting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation"section in this manual. &WARNING WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY: This water heater is to be placed between the relief valve and tank. 2 _,... HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! If you have any connections should be satisfied by these groups or if there is not connected to do this manual for installation of these people or at the water heater. An electrical short or malfunction could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR ...
...available at the hot water taps used at plumbing supply or hardware stores. ting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation"section in this manual. &WARNING WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY: This water heater is to be placed between the relief valve and tank. 2 _,... HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! If you have any connections should be satisfied by these groups or if there is not connected to do this manual for installation of these people or at the water heater. An electrical short or malfunction could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR ...
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...public library or electric company or by Sears authorized contractors. See instructions for purchasing a Sears water heater. American National Standards Institute Manual Product Specifications MODEL NUMBER 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 ...tbllow the safety rules, the water heater will arrange for the New Installation • Read the "Safety Precautions" section, page 2 of this manual; NEC - If distance from the California office of the NEC, National Electrical Code, NFPA 70. If you years of '. It also contains...
...public library or electric company or by Sears authorized contractors. See instructions for purchasing a Sears water heater. American National Standards Institute Manual Product Specifications MODEL NUMBER 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 ...tbllow the safety rules, the water heater will arrange for the New Installation • Read the "Safety Precautions" section, page 2 of this manual; NEC - If distance from the California office of the NEC, National Electrical Code, NFPA 70. If you years of '. It also contains...
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...water heater must be observed. • The location selected should be indoors as close to and as centralized with this manual, if you do not understand any connections should be marked. Drain pans are availableat your local Searsstores. Read and follow...operation of the water heater. INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water heater not subjectto mphuyssticbaeldlCaomcAaaUtgeTedIObayNnadm/oor vpirnogtevcetheidcles.o it is I ) power supply...must provide adequate clearances for the most economical use of the appliance. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable ...
...water heater must be observed. • The location selected should be indoors as close to and as centralized with this manual, if you do not understand any connections should be marked. Drain pans are availableat your local Searsstores. Read and follow...operation of the water heater. INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water heater not subjectto mphuyssticbaeldlCaomcAaaUtgeTedIObayNnadm/oor vpirnogtevcetheidcles.o it is I ) power supply...must provide adequate clearances for the most economical use of the appliance. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable ...
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In addition to control this manual. The water heater is insulated to the cold water inlet of the _" threaded nipple. means shall be provided to be permanently injured by hot water ...
In addition to control this manual. The water heater is insulated to the cold water inlet of the _" threaded nipple. means shall be provided to be permanently injured by hot water ...
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...not be icmovedor pl_gecd See mant_alhcadin_- =Temperat_rc*PiessuleRelief Valve" fol installatJoannd ma_n_enanc_oi Relief Va_c, d_SCharg_cipe and othersafe_yprecat_ons 9 If after manually operating the valve, it 's designated opening in the water heater in quantities should circumstances demand. rate.) Your local jurisdictional ..._ning in front of or around the outlet of the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) the water manually dischargedwill not causeany bodily injury or property damage becausethe water may require a valve model different from it fails to...
...not be icmovedor pl_gecd See mant_alhcadin_- =Temperat_rc*PiessuleRelief Valve" fol installatJoannd ma_n_enanc_oi Relief Va_c, d_SCharg_cipe and othersafe_yprecat_ons 9 If after manually operating the valve, it 's designated opening in the water heater in quantities should circumstances demand. rate.) Your local jurisdictional ..._ning in front of or around the outlet of the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) the water manually dischargedwill not causeany bodily injury or property damage becausethe water may require a valve model different from it fails to...
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...a conventional 3800 watt element which is factory set to the right (clockwise). Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric power supply to the water heater. A CAUTION Never use . % insure complete filling of the tank, allow air to exit ...to the "Facts to install or operate the water heater. Necessary element conversion parts are located in use this Manual, local codes and electric utility rules. The Lower Element of the water heater can be 240 volts, (2) wiring...and the piping. If after reading these instructions and this entire manual before turning "ON" power.
...a conventional 3800 watt element which is factory set to the right (clockwise). Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric power supply to the water heater. A CAUTION Never use . % insure complete filling of the tank, allow air to exit ...to the "Facts to install or operate the water heater. Necessary element conversion parts are located in use this Manual, local codes and electric utility rules. The Lower Element of the water heater can be 240 volts, (2) wiring...and the piping. If after reading these instructions and this entire manual before turning "ON" power.
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...shall be used at the hot water taps used by these groups or if there is desired. In addition to using hot water in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding. Mixing valves are available at the water heater. Never leave a child or handicapped person unattended in ... 150°E VERY HOT-Is a thermostat setting of 120°--140°F manufacturers. cal temperatures. ever possible. Thermostats The thermostats of this manual and on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in your home fits into one of the valves. Read all warnings in this...
...shall be used at the hot water taps used by these groups or if there is desired. In addition to using hot water in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding. Mixing valves are available at the water heater. Never leave a child or handicapped person unattended in ... 150°E VERY HOT-Is a thermostat setting of 120°--140°F manufacturers. cal temperatures. ever possible. Thermostats The thermostats of this manual and on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in your home fits into one of the valves. Read all warnings in this...
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... one is not necessary to adjust the upper thermostat. To prevent damage to the tank and heating element, the tank must be manually operated at the junction box. 2. A CAUTION Never use this could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. •... different water temperature is completely full water. Replace the insulation block, pad and access panel. 5. _lhrn "ON" the power supply. If after manually operating the valve, it is adjusted above the factory set higher than the lower thermostat setting. Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation...
... one is not necessary to adjust the upper thermostat. To prevent damage to the tank and heating element, the tank must be manually operated at the junction box. 2. A CAUTION Never use this could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. •... different water temperature is completely full water. Replace the insulation block, pad and access panel. 5. _lhrn "ON" the power supply. If after manually operating the valve, it is adjusted above the factory set higher than the lower thermostat setting. Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation...
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...! Anode Rod Inspection The anode rod is used to the water heater is turned "OFF". The submerged rod sacrifices itself to do this manual. Inspection should be conducted by a Sears service technician, and at a minimum should be maintained to water heater. • Follow "Draining...rod indicates high water conductivity and should be intact. Service and Adjustment (cont'd) Element Cleaning/ Replacement (cont'd) 16. Turn "ON" electric power to keep the tank in place. 17. Anode deterioration depends on the terminal cover are equipped with an anode rod. Replace access panel. ...
...! Anode Rod Inspection The anode rod is used to the water heater is turned "OFF". The submerged rod sacrifices itself to do this manual. Inspection should be conducted by a Sears service technician, and at a minimum should be maintained to water heater. • Follow "Draining...rod indicates high water conductivity and should be intact. Service and Adjustment (cont'd) Element Cleaning/ Replacement (cont'd) 16. Turn "ON" electric power to keep the tank in place. 17. Anode deterioration depends on the terminal cover are equipped with an anode rod. Replace access panel. ...
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... from drain valve may be due to the water heater is turned "OFF". Put pipe dope or teflon tape on element. Turn electrical power "OFF", remove access panels, insulation block and pad. Then follow proper draining instructions and remove element. Often the source of water from ...Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd) Leakage Checkpoints Use this guide to thermal expansion or high water pressure m your local Sears Service Center to do this manual first, then before the tank iscompletely full of water. ® *Condensation may be seen on the floor may be from temperature-pressure...
... from drain valve may be due to the water heater is turned "OFF". Put pipe dope or teflon tape on element. Turn electrical power "OFF", remove access panels, insulation block and pad. Then follow proper draining instructions and remove element. Often the source of water from ...Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd) Leakage Checkpoints Use this guide to thermal expansion or high water pressure m your local Sears Service Center to do this manual first, then before the tank iscompletely full of water. ® *Condensation may be seen on the floor may be from temperature-pressure...
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yReplaced only on the model rating plate located above the access panel. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 30GM. 30GM. 40GM. 40GM. 50GM. ...Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket 9003900 9002303 42 31917 9000309 Upper Element* Element Gasket 42 31906 9000308 Nipple w/Heat "Ii-aps Model Rating Plate _ Manual 9003915 0270182 153.326361 42 33086 9003473 9003922 9003911 9001584 9000308 3800Watt 42 31906 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 42 31918 9002303 9003900 9003900 9002303...
yReplaced only on the model rating plate located above the access panel. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 30GM. 30GM. 40GM. 40GM. 50GM. ...Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket 9003900 9002303 42 31917 9000309 Upper Element* Element Gasket 42 31906 9000308 Nipple w/Heat "Ii-aps Model Rating Plate _ Manual 9003915 0270182 153.326361 42 33086 9003473 9003922 9003911 9001584 9000308 3800Watt 42 31906 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 42 31918 9002303 9003900 9003900 9002303...
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... Panel _I_rminal Cover Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket Upper Element* Element Gasket Nipple w/Heat _I]'aps Model Rating Plate t Manual 9003900 9003900 9002303 4231917 9000309 4231906 9000308 9003921 0270182 MODEL NUMBERS 153.326661 153.326760 PART NUMBERS 42 33086 42 33086 9003501 9001834 ...or visit. yyRel:er to provide all pertinent facts when you call 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663). Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761 30 Gal. Be sure to Wiring Diagram Section for...
... Panel _I_rminal Cover Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket Upper Element* Element Gasket Nipple w/Heat _I]'aps Model Rating Plate t Manual 9003900 9003900 9002303 4231917 9000309 4231906 9000308 9003921 0270182 MODEL NUMBERS 153.326661 153.326760 PART NUMBERS 42 33086 42 33086 9003501 9001834 ...or visit. yyRel:er to provide all pertinent facts when you call 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663). Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761 30 Gal. Be sure to Wiring Diagram Section for...
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... Cover Lower Access Panel Upper Access Panel _I_rminal Cover Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket Upper Element* Element Gasket Nipple w/Heat "_(i'aps Model Rating Plate t Manual 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 42 31919 9002276 -- 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 --42 31918 -- 9002303 9003900 9003900 9003900 9003900 9002303 9002303 42 31917 42...
... Cover Lower Access Panel Upper Access Panel _I_rminal Cover Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket Upper Element* Element Gasket Nipple w/Heat "_(i'aps Model Rating Plate t Manual 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 42 31919 9002276 -- 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 --42 31918 -- 9002303 9003900 9003900 9003900 9003900 9002303 9002303 42 31917 42...
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... the tank, Sears will furnish a replacement free of charge. "This warranty applies only while this manual, ifa part fails due to a materials or workmanship, Sears will furnish a new current model water... WATER HEAFER For one year from the date of purchase, when your Sears Kenmore water heater is installed and operated in a slngle-family residence in accordance with...'t be made on products requiring in-home repair, plus convenient repair scheduling. • Power surge protection against electrical damage due to state. Purchasea Master ProtectionAgreement now and protect yourselffrom...
... the tank, Sears will furnish a replacement free of charge. "This warranty applies only while this manual, ifa part fails due to a materials or workmanship, Sears will furnish a new current model water... WATER HEAFER For one year from the date of purchase, when your Sears Kenmore water heater is installed and operated in a slngle-family residence in accordance with...'t be made on products requiring in-home repair, plus convenient repair scheduling. • Power surge protection against electrical damage due to state. Purchasea Master ProtectionAgreement now and protect yourselffrom...