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LISTED POWER ELECTRIC WATER MISER TM12 HEATER • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List Caution: Read and Follow All Safety Rules and Operating Instructions Before First Use of 20 to a[[ residential electric water heaters with capacities of This Product. GAMA certification applies to 120 Gallons. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Input rating of 12 Kw or lessat a voltage no greater than 250...
LISTED POWER ELECTRIC WATER MISER TM12 HEATER • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List Caution: Read and Follow All Safety Rules and Operating Instructions Before First Use of 20 to a[[ residential electric water heaters with capacities of This Product. GAMA certification applies to 120 Gallons. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Input rating of 12 Kw or lessat a voltage no greater than 250...
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... any part of the factoryfurnlshedvalve. Mustbe ef mate_al listedfor hot waterdlstzlbotlon, Mustbe iest_lled soasto allow completedralnageof beth the temperature-pressurerellof valve, and the dischargepipe, Musttermlnate atanadequatedr_n. DO NOT use the correct voltage can cause problems which can causereslzlctlon and reducethe dischargecap_ity of the valve, No valve or other than the water heater inputrate us shmvnon the model rating plate, (Electric heaters - b. DO NOT coveror remove...
... any part of the factoryfurnlshedvalve. Mustbe ef mate_al listedfor hot waterdlstzlbotlon, Mustbe iest_lled soasto allow completedralnageof beth the temperature-pressurerellof valve, and the dischargepipe, Musttermlnate atanadequatedr_n. DO NOT use the correct voltage can cause problems which can causereslzlctlon and reducethe dischargecap_ity of the valve, No valve or other than the water heater inputrate us shmvnon the model rating plate, (Electric heaters - b. DO NOT coveror remove...
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... and Pipe Insulation ...Temperatttre- Prcssurc Roller Valve ...Filling thc _'atcr Hcatcr ...Converting the Lowcr FJcmcnt ...\g_ring Diagrams ...\g_ring ...Installation Chccklist ... ,6 ,,7 2 ,8 ,8 ,9 ]0 10. 12 ]3 14 ]5 Thermostats ...Thermostat Settings ...Upper and Lower Thermostat Adjustment ...Tcmpcramrc-Prcssurc RolicfValve Opcration ...Draining ...Element Clcaning and R.cplaccmcnt ...Anode Rod lnspcction ...Drain "_zal_,-_c'ashcr R.cplaccmcnt ...Scrvicc ... 16 ]6 W W W l 8-20 ,20 ,20 ,20 Thermal Expansion ...Strange Sounds ...Operational Conditions ...Smdly \rater ...Air in Hot _ter...
... and Pipe Insulation ...Temperatttre- Prcssurc Roller Valve ...Filling thc _'atcr Hcatcr ...Converting the Lowcr FJcmcnt ...\g_ring Diagrams ...\g_ring ...Installation Chccklist ... ,6 ,,7 2 ,8 ,8 ,9 ]0 10. 12 ]3 14 ]5 Thermostats ...Thermostat Settings ...Upper and Lower Thermostat Adjustment ...Tcmpcramrc-Prcssurc RolicfValve Opcration ...Draining ...Element Clcaning and R.cplaccmcnt ...Anode Rod lnspcction ...Drain "_zal_,-_c'ashcr R.cplaccmcnt ...Scrvicc ... 16 ]6 W W W l 8-20 ,20 ,20 ,20 Thermal Expansion ...Strange Sounds ...Operational Conditions ...Smdly \rater ...Air in Hot _ter...
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... 3800 watt clcmcnt which is located adjacent to the lower access panel, 7 If"aftcr t_cading thcsc instructions in a nc,,_- CAUTION INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The I * Thc location sclcction must conform wlth th_s manual, local codes and electric otil_ty rules, Failure to comply can bc convcrtcd from opcmtion at your local Sears stores. NOTE: _hether or not the dement conversion is made the mode[ rating plate...
... 3800 watt clcmcnt which is located adjacent to the lower access panel, 7 If"aftcr t_cading thcsc instructions in a nc,,_- CAUTION INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The I * Thc location sclcction must conform wlth th_s manual, local codes and electric otil_ty rules, Failure to comply can bc convcrtcd from opcmtion at your local Sears stores. NOTE: _hether or not the dement conversion is made the mode[ rating plate...
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... valves. Installation completed using the lowest possibletemperature setting that sat;diesyour hot water needs,a means such as one of the T&P v_,rc. Do not sob der the cold _at_ sopply llne dice_dyto the cold wat_ inlet, It will luL_ttahe dip tube and damagethe tank. * Ix_okat _e top coverof the water h_ter. NOTE_Your'w_,tohreater is against cl_ccop cover of the water piping to be acxomplisbed by hot water...
... valves. Installation completed using the lowest possibletemperature setting that sat;diesyour hot water needs,a means such as one of the T&P v_,rc. Do not sob der the cold _at_ sopply llne dice_dyto the cold wat_ inlet, It will luL_ttahe dip tube and damagethe tank. * Ix_okat _e top coverof the water h_ter. NOTE_Your'w_,tohreater is against cl_ccop cover of the water piping to be acxomplisbed by hot water...
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... the cold water inlet to a drain or other su_teble means, the water flow may be manually operated at least once a year, Caution should €_rcunnst_ncesdemand. If the dischargep_peis not connected to the water heater, follow the dra_n- _renh.geifnvsatrluvecwtio=nths,a annedw roenpela, ce the temperature.pressure HOT HOT COLD PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE (Do noc cap or plug) 0 6_ AIR GAP WARNING FLOOR DRAIN • "RELIEF VALVE OPENING" T&PBELIEF VALVE PR(._E UUS_ E_TEND [NTOTANK NIPPLE...
... the cold water inlet to a drain or other su_teble means, the water flow may be manually operated at least once a year, Caution should €_rcunnst_ncesdemand. If the dischargep_peis not connected to the water heater, follow the dra_n- _renh.geifnvsatrluvecwtio=nths,a annedw roenpela, ce the temperature.pressure HOT HOT COLD PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE (Do noc cap or plug) 0 6_ AIR GAP WARNING FLOOR DRAIN • "RELIEF VALVE OPENING" T&PBELIEF VALVE PR(._E UUS_ E_TEND [NTOTANK NIPPLE...
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... watts, The lower clement can bc converted from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" power. * Check ,all new watcr piping _r lcaks, Repair as needed, Converting the Lower Element These instructions only cover the convcrdon of the convertible dcmcnt, mad this water heater unless _t _scompletely full of . Water must conform w_th th_s Manual, local codes and electric utiNty rules. AWARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKI Before removing any portion, call Sears...
... watts, The lower clement can bc converted from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" power. * Check ,all new watcr piping _r lcaks, Repair as needed, Converting the Lower Element These instructions only cover the convcrdon of the convertible dcmcnt, mad this water heater unless _t _scompletely full of . Water must conform w_th th_s Manual, local codes and electric utiNty rules. AWARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKI Before removing any portion, call Sears...
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... to use thls water heater with water. lnsvall and conncct a clrctfit directly from thc main fusc or circuit breaker box, This circuit must flow from your fuse box or clrcuit breaker box was aluminum for one shown on power. Refer to this _4ring diagram _r thc typc of J water. AWARNING WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY: This water heater is tcrminatcd in your Sears salesperson to the tank and...
... to use thls water heater with water. lnsvall and conncct a clrctfit directly from thc main fusc or circuit breaker box, This circuit must flow from your fuse box or clrcuit breaker box was aluminum for one shown on power. Refer to this _4ring diagram _r thc typc of J water. AWARNING WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY: This water heater is tcrminatcd in your Sears salesperson to the tank and...
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... in your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve, shall be permanently injured by most economical tcmpc_amrcs. ADJUSTABLE LOWER TH ERM OSTAT (2 wire lead models) ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT (3 wire lead models) Temperature Settings HOT-Is a thcrmostat sctting of 120°--140_F recommended by hot water than others, These include the elderly, children, the _nfirm, or physically/mentally handicapped, If anyone using hot water in juty. NOTE: Wamr temperature range of...
... in your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve, shall be permanently injured by most economical tcmpc_amrcs. ADJUSTABLE LOWER TH ERM OSTAT (2 wire lead models) ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT (3 wire lead models) Temperature Settings HOT-Is a thcrmostat sctting of 120°--140_F recommended by hot water than others, These include the elderly, children, the _nfirm, or physically/mentally handicapped, If anyone using hot water in juty. NOTE: Wamr temperature range of...
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..., SERI- The slotted adjustment (udng a scr_wdfivcr) can be set higher than the lower thermostat setting. Consult your local Sears Service Center for d_ahfing, o Connect a hosc to thc drain valvc and tcrmh_atc to an adcquatc d_'ainor outdoors, • OPEN thc watcr hcatcr &'aln valvc to "allow_r tank dmJtfing. Failure to do this may bc ncccssary, • Bcfbrc beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to thc water heater, Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve...
..., SERI- The slotted adjustment (udng a scr_wdfivcr) can be set higher than the lower thermostat setting. Consult your local Sears Service Center for d_ahfing, o Connect a hosc to thc drain valvc and tcrmh_atc to an adcquatc d_'ainor outdoors, • OPEN thc watcr hcatcr &'aln valvc to "allow_r tank dmJtfing. Failure to do this may bc ncccssary, • Bcfbrc beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to thc water heater, Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve...
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... OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKI Before rem_mg any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure all connectionsare tight and teat the water flowisdirectedawayfrom an),person. :18 HOg'TAT AT TH IS _ POINT PLASTIC TABS ON / _ToEqRNM4INASLIDES C_ORF 14OLD IT IN PI_C£. THERMOSTAT /_RACKET _TANK _L£MENT AWARN!NG The water passingout of the drain valve m_y be extremely hot...
... OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKI Before rem_mg any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure all connectionsare tight and teat the water flowisdirectedawayfrom an),person. :18 HOg'TAT AT TH IS _ POINT PLASTIC TABS ON / _ToEqRNM4INASLIDES C_ORF 14OLD IT IN PI_C£. THERMOSTAT /_RACKET _TANK _L£MENT AWARN!NG The water passingout of the drain valve m_y be extremely hot...
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...-gaskct should bc t_scd in thc "Parts Ordcr List" Chart). Closc thc watcr hcatcr d?ain walvcby turning thc handlc to the tank and heatlng ele- To prevent damage to thc right (dockwisc}. Service and Adjustment (cont'd) TERMINAL COVER ON UPPER THERMOSTAT ]0. NOTE_ The €old water s_pply valve m_st be the same volt_,geand I water. Placc thc ncw dcmcnt gaskct on thc...
...-gaskct should bc t_scd in thc "Parts Ordcr List" Chart). Closc thc watcr hcatcr d?ain walvcby turning thc handlc to the tank and heatlng ele- To prevent damage to thc right (dockwisc}. Service and Adjustment (cont'd) TERMINAL COVER ON UPPER THERMOSTAT ]0. NOTE_ The €old water s_pply valve m_st be the same volt_,geand I water. Placc thc ncw dcmcnt gaskct on thc...
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.... Drain Valve Washer Replacement NOTE: For replacemeut_ use this wate_ heate_ unless it complctdy covers the thermostat and clement. Most hot watcr tanks arc cquippcd with water. Rcplaccmcnt ofa dcplctcd anodc rod can cxtcnd thc li_ of your nearest hardware store. Turn "ON" electric power to protect the tank. Failure to bc intact. Anode Rod Inspection The anode rod is completely full orI water. Contact SEARS Repair Services at your _atcr hcatcr. Replace the insulation...
.... Drain Valve Washer Replacement NOTE: For replacemeut_ use this wate_ heate_ unless it complctdy covers the thermostat and clement. Most hot watcr tanks arc cquippcd with water. Rcplaccmcnt ofa dcplctcd anodc rod can cxtcnd thc li_ of your nearest hardware store. Turn "ON" electric power to protect the tank. Failure to bc intact. Anode Rod Inspection The anode rod is completely full orI water. Contact SEARS Repair Services at your _atcr hcatcr. Replace the insulation...
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... cause the _atcr _wstcm to match that any devices installed which could crcase a csiloonsedta6svksrteom rhealiveevea tbl_yc-pparsesssaunrde/obruitlhte bs_!_sthtcemrmhaalvecxanpanexslpoann.Thermal expansion tanks arc available f}om Sears stores and through the Scars Service Canters. Contact the Ioca.1pltmtbing inspector, water supplier and/or the Sears Service Center for assistance in controlling these 9'pcs of" problems, Whcn thcsc dc_4ccs arc not equipped with...
... cause the _atcr _wstcm to match that any devices installed which could crcase a csiloonsedta6svksrteom rhealiveevea tbl_yc-pparsesssaunrde/obruitlhte bs_!_sthtcemrmhaalvecxanpanexslpoann.Thermal expansion tanks arc available f}om Sears stores and through the Scars Service Canters. Contact the Ioca.1pltmtbing inspector, water supplier and/or the Sears Service Center for assistance in controlling these 9'pcs of" problems, Whcn thcsc dc_4ccs arc not equipped with...
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... lower thermostats÷ Follow the insm*ctlons to reset the hi-limit behind the upper and lower access panels÷ * Bcforc bcginning, turn "OFF" clcctrical powcr supply to thc watcr hcatcr. HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM Thc watcr hcatcr has a high limit shut off systcm with tilc anodc rod is €onnected to an "OFF PEAK" dock, and uses the "3 wire lead" wiring diagram in the "Wiring Diagram" section, than the water heater...
... lower thermostats÷ Follow the insm*ctlons to reset the hi-limit behind the upper and lower access panels÷ * Bcforc bcginning, turn "OFF" clcctrical powcr supply to thc watcr hcatcr. HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM Thc watcr hcatcr has a high limit shut off systcm with tilc anodc rod is €onnected to an "OFF PEAK" dock, and uses the "3 wire lead" wiring diagram in the "Wiring Diagram" section, than the water heater...
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... "Draining' ins¢_ctions in the "Installation Ins*Ja_ctlon¢' section. 24 Failure to check a q,eaking" watcr hcatcr. Rcposltlon or replace gaskct on the _hreads and replace. CAUTION I I heater make sure the electric supply has been turned "OFF", and never turn the electric supply "ON" before the tank s completely full of water fi'om temperature-pressure rclicf valve may bc duc to thermal expansion or high watcr pressure m your local Sears Service...
... "Draining' ins¢_ctions in the "Installation Ins*Ja_ctlon¢' section. 24 Failure to check a q,eaking" watcr hcatcr. Rcposltlon or replace gaskct on the _hreads and replace. CAUTION I I heater make sure the electric supply has been turned "OFF", and never turn the electric supply "ON" before the tank s completely full of water fi'om temperature-pressure rclicf valve may bc duc to thermal expansion or high watcr pressure m your local Sears Service...
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...-31908 replacement element. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). heaters areeq_ippedwith LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are not offered as replaeament parts. Convertible elements are eqltipped with a Roto-SwirW dip atbe to operate at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. Parts Order List KE_IORE POWER MISER TM 12 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.321340 153.321341 153.321440 153,321441 153,321540 30G al+ 30G al+ 40G al+ 40GaL 50GaL NOTE_ A UPPER ELEMENT:Thesewater 3800wa_elemen_. ELEMENT...
...-31908 replacement element. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). heaters areeq_ippedwith LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are not offered as replaeament parts. Convertible elements are eqltipped with a Roto-SwirW dip atbe to operate at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. Parts Order List KE_IORE POWER MISER TM 12 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.321340 153.321341 153.321440 153,321441 153,321540 30G al+ 30G al+ 40G al+ 40GaL 50GaL NOTE_ A UPPER ELEMENT:Thesewater 3800wa_elemen_. ELEMENT...
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...-4-?vW-HOME (1-800-469-4663), Bc sttrc to a SEARS Repair Parts Dlstrlbu6on handling. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER TM 12 ELECTRIC MODEL NUMBERS: 153,321340 153,321341 153,321440 153,321441 153,321540 30GaL 30GaL 40GaL 40GaL 5OCTal, WATER HEATERS KEY NO. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, /I PART 153.321340 DESCRIPTION Tcmpcraturc-PressureP-.elifcValve:* 9002403 Heat Trap Nipple (Odd...
...-4-?vW-HOME (1-800-469-4663), Bc sttrc to a SEARS Repair Parts Dlstrlbu6on handling. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER TM 12 ELECTRIC MODEL NUMBERS: 153,321340 153,321341 153,321440 153,321441 153,321540 30GaL 30GaL 40GaL 40GaL 5OCTal, WATER HEATERS KEY NO. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, /I PART 153.321340 DESCRIPTION Tcmpcraturc-PressureP-.elifcValve:* 9002403 Heat Trap Nipple (Odd...
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... file dine of instaL lation_ file water heater was ennverted to operate at 5500 watts, order item mtmbes 42-31908 replacement element. (See model eating pLate "ff Converted" box), NOTEt B These water heaters are eqttipped with a Ro*o-Swirl TM dip atbe to retard a b_ild-ltp of dissolved solids÷ ¢t 18 17 7 13 ]4 \ 3O 23 I4 Parts Order List KENMORE POWER MISER TM 12 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NIJMBERS: 153...
... file dine of instaL lation_ file water heater was ennverted to operate at 5500 watts, order item mtmbes 42-31908 replacement element. (See model eating pLate "ff Converted" box), NOTEt B These water heaters are eqttipped with a Ro*o-Swirl TM dip atbe to retard a b_ild-ltp of dissolved solids÷ ¢t 18 17 7 13 ]4 \ 3O 23 I4 Parts Order List KENMORE POWER MISER TM 12 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NIJMBERS: 153...
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... a SEARS Repair Parts Distribu6on handling. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER TM 12 ELECTRIC MODEL NUMBERS: 153,321541 153,321640 153,321641 153,321840 153,321841 50GaL 66GaL 66GaL 80G al, 80G al, WATER HEATERS KEY NO. 1, 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9, 10. 11. 12, 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22, 23. /I PART 153.321541 DESCRIPTION Tcmpcratur_PressureP.elicfValve* 9002403 Heat Trap Nipple ((;old Ink,) 9003909 SecondaTt Ano& wiHcat Trap Nipple (Hot Ot...
... a SEARS Repair Parts Distribu6on handling. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER TM 12 ELECTRIC MODEL NUMBERS: 153,321541 153,321640 153,321641 153,321840 153,321841 50GaL 66GaL 66GaL 80G al, 80G al, WATER HEATERS KEY NO. 1, 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9, 10. 11. 12, 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22, 23. /I PART 153.321541 DESCRIPTION Tcmpcratur_PressureP.elicfValve* 9002403 Heat Trap Nipple ((;old Ink,) 9003909 SecondaTt Ano& wiHcat Trap Nipple (Hot Ot...