Owners Manual
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... cause water tank explosion. , Properly sized temperature and pressure relief valve must be installed in severe injury or death. Inspect and replace the anode as needed_ - Be alert for installation and service Explosion Hazard • Overheated water can cause severe burns instantly resulting in opening provided Before removing any voltage other than shown on the model • Failure to the water heater is turned "OFF". instructiomnanuaml usrtemain withwatehr eater. Install in...
... cause water tank explosion. , Properly sized temperature and pressure relief valve must be installed in severe injury or death. Inspect and replace the anode as needed_ - Be alert for installation and service Explosion Hazard • Overheated water can cause severe burns instantly resulting in opening provided Before removing any voltage other than shown on the model • Failure to the water heater is turned "OFF". instructiomnanuaml usrtemain withwatehr eater. Install in...
Owners Manual
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... ... Temperature Thermostat Regulation ... Element Cleaning/Replacement ... Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering ...INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ... Upper and Lower Thermostat Adjustments ... Drain Valve Washer Replacement ...Service ... Strange Sounds ... Operational Conditions ... High Temperature Shut Off System ... Wiring Diagrams ...SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ... Temperature Settings ... TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ... Leakage Checkpoints ...REPAIR PARTS MST ... Insulation Blankets ... Anode Rod Inspection ... SAFE INSTALLATION, USEAND SERVICE ...GENERAL...
... ... Temperature Thermostat Regulation ... Element Cleaning/Replacement ... Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering ...INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ... Upper and Lower Thermostat Adjustments ... Drain Valve Washer Replacement ...Service ... Strange Sounds ... Operational Conditions ... High Temperature Shut Off System ... Wiring Diagrams ...SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ... Temperature Settings ... TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ... Leakage Checkpoints ...REPAIR PARTS MST ... Insulation Blankets ... Anode Rod Inspection ... SAFE INSTALLATION, USEAND SERVICE ...GENERAL...
Owners Manual
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... Sears for outdoor installation. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should leak, the flow of a drain pan piped to a drain. These devices are not necessary with this residue, if spilled out, could cause staining. Your water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conversation Act standards with an insulation blanket. * Do not cover the instruction manual. Keep it is not intended for placement on electric water heaters...
... Sears for outdoor installation. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should leak, the flow of a drain pan piped to a drain. These devices are not necessary with this residue, if spilled out, could cause staining. Your water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conversation Act standards with an insulation blanket. * Do not cover the instruction manual. Keep it is not intended for placement on electric water heaters...
Owners Manual
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... the hot water tap, then you upon contact. Avoid water heater damage. , Install thermal expansion tank if necessary. , Do not apply heat to the cold water inlet, mtwill harm the dip tube and damage the tank. Q LU9sS2TNED SERIAL NUMBER FACTORY UPPER ELEMENT WATTS EQUIPPED LOWER ELEMENT WATTS WITH rVIAXIMUM VOLTS WATTS AC ONLY CHECK HERE _F INSTALLEDAS FACTORY EQUIPPED MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE PSi OPTIONAL WATTAGE UPPER ELEMENT WATTS LOWER ELEMENT WATTS MAXIMUM WATTS CHECK HERE IF CONVERTED WARNING SEE CONVERSION INSTRUCTION NOTE: Whether or not the element conversion is...
... the hot water tap, then you upon contact. Avoid water heater damage. , Install thermal expansion tank if necessary. , Do not apply heat to the cold water inlet, mtwill harm the dip tube and damage the tank. Q LU9sS2TNED SERIAL NUMBER FACTORY UPPER ELEMENT WATTS EQUIPPED LOWER ELEMENT WATTS WITH rVIAXIMUM VOLTS WATTS AC ONLY CHECK HERE _F INSTALLEDAS FACTORY EQUIPPED MAXIMUM WORKING PRESSURE PSi OPTIONAL WATTAGE UPPER ELEMENT WATTS LOWER ELEMENT WATTS MAXIMUM WATTS CHECK HERE IF CONVERTED WARNING SEE CONVERSION INSTRUCTION NOTE: Whether or not the element conversion is...
Owners Manual
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... the FIGURE gA. Using flexible connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the cold water inlet of the 3/4" threaded nipple. Further reduction in heat Boss can be installed in opening nor plugged. FIGUREg. NOTET:oprotecatgainsutntimelycorrosionofhotandcored FitT&Pvalveinsulatioonvevr alveM. " Properly sized temperature-relief valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to -swceoautplingand aroundbothends of the water heater. i iNSULATION \i\_J NOTE: Your water heater is against the top cover of the water heater designed for the relief valve. 10...
... the FIGURE gA. Using flexible connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the cold water inlet of the 3/4" threaded nipple. Further reduction in heat Boss can be installed in opening nor plugged. FIGUREg. NOTET:oprotecatgainsutntimelycorrosionofhotandcored FitT&Pvalveinsulatioonvevr alveM. " Properly sized temperature-relief valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to -swceoautplingand aroundbothends of the water heater. i iNSULATION \i\_J NOTE: Your water heater is against the top cover of the water heater designed for the relief valve. 10...
Owners Manual
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... the water manually discharged will let air out of the water heater. 2. Avoid water heater damage. - Positiotnhevalvedownwaradndprovidetubingso thatany dischargweillexitonlywithin6 inches(153mm)aboveo, rat anydistancbeelowthestructurfalol orB. COLD Water Damage Hazard , Temperature-pressure relief valve discharge pipe must be left open when the water heater is in use this water heater unless it is completely full of the tank, allow complete drainage of material listed for safe temperature setting - Do not connect tubing directly to discharge drain unless a 6 inch air gap...
... the water manually discharged will let air out of the water heater. 2. Avoid water heater damage. - Positiotnhevalvedownwaradndprovidetubingso thatany dischargweillexitonlywithin6 inches(153mm)aboveo, rat anydistancbeelowthestructurfalol orB. COLD Water Damage Hazard , Temperature-pressure relief valve discharge pipe must be left open when the water heater is in use this water heater unless it is completely full of the tank, allow complete drainage of material listed for safe temperature setting - Do not connect tubing directly to discharge drain unless a 6 inch air gap...
Owners Manual
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... or not the element conversion is factory set to the lower access panel. cap with any portion call Sears Service Center. Before making the conversion to use this manual, local codes and electric utility rules. Failure to 5500 watts on the model rating plate. Remove the insulation terminal cover. Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric power supply to Consider About the Convertible Lower Element" section. LOWER ELE]k_ENT WATTS I _,IAXMUM WATTS CHECK HERE IF CONVERTED I -1 FIGURE 1& Lower Element: Lift out...
... or not the element conversion is factory set to the lower access panel. cap with any portion call Sears Service Center. Before making the conversion to use this manual, local codes and electric utility rules. Failure to 5500 watts on the model rating plate. Remove the insulation terminal cover. Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric power supply to Consider About the Convertible Lower Element" section. LOWER ELE]k_ENT WATTS I _,IAXMUM WATTS CHECK HERE IF CONVERTED I -1 FIGURE 1& Lower Element: Lift out...
Owners Manual
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... wiring to the water heater, or if completed, turn "ON" electric power to the water heater after filling the tank with any voltage other than shown on the model rating plate. ® Failure to use this water heater unless it is used for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is equipped for one type voltage only. improper installation and use may result in property damage, • Fill tank with a circuit breaker or fuse...
... wiring to the water heater, or if completed, turn "ON" electric power to the water heater after filling the tank with any voltage other than shown on the model rating plate. ® Failure to use this water heater unless it is used for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is equipped for one type voltage only. improper installation and use may result in property damage, • Fill tank with a circuit breaker or fuse...
Owners Manual
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... instruction manual for installation of the valves, Before changing the factory setting of tempering device, such as a mixing valve, should be permanently injured by hot water than 5 minutes Upper and Lower Thermostat Adjustments Refer to thermostat illustrations under "Thermostat" section ADJUSTABLE UPPER THERMOSTAT FIGURE 26. 17 Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to produce hot water. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding. ADJUSTABLE LOWERTHERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT...
... instruction manual for installation of the valves, Before changing the factory setting of tempering device, such as a mixing valve, should be permanently injured by hot water than 5 minutes Upper and Lower Thermostat Adjustments Refer to thermostat illustrations under "Thermostat" section ADJUSTABLE UPPER THERMOSTAT FIGURE 26. 17 Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to produce hot water. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding. ADJUSTABLE LOWERTHERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT...
Owners Manual
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... extremely hot. Howeveirf,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 replace the temperature-pressure relief valve with handle. The submerged rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank from any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is used to protect the tank. At a minimum the anode(s) should be checked and/ or replaced more...
... extremely hot. Howeveirf,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 replace the temperature-pressure relief valve with handle. The submerged rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank from any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is used to protect the tank. At a minimum the anode(s) should be checked and/ or replaced more...
Owners Manual
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...with water before turning "ON" power. Remove the access pane! Before beginning turn the electric power on. Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to the water heater. Close the drain valve. 7. Follow "Fifling the Water Heater" 'Installation Instructions" section. 8. Remove bracket. Disconnect bracket. Water must be filled with hose connected allowing water to terminate to the water heater is turned "OFF" • Failure to be shut down and drained for draining. 4. If wires are written for element cleaning and element replacement for tank draining. Replace access...
...with water before turning "ON" power. Remove the access pane! Before beginning turn the electric power on. Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to the water heater. Close the drain valve. 7. Follow "Fifling the Water Heater" 'Installation Instructions" section. 8. Remove bracket. Disconnect bracket. Water must be filled with hose connected allowing water to terminate to the water heater is turned "OFF" • Failure to be shut down and drained for draining. 4. If wires are written for element cleaning and element replacement for tank draining. Replace access...
Owners Manual
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... 36. FIGURE 31, 3. Open the water heater drain valve. FIGURE 34. The terminal cover can now be extremely hot. LOWER THERMOSTAT WITHOUT HiGH LIMIT UPPERAND LOWER THERMOSTAT W_TH HIGH LIMIT FIGURE 35. Before beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to unclip the terminal cover from the thermostat. Remove the two screws securing the access panel, and remove pane!. Lift out the tab as shown to the water heater. Failure to the water heater drain valve and put the other...
... 36. FIGURE 31, 3. Open the water heater drain valve. FIGURE 34. The terminal cover can now be extremely hot. LOWER THERMOSTAT WITHOUT HiGH LIMIT UPPERAND LOWER THERMOSTAT W_TH HIGH LIMIT FIGURE 35. Before beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to unclip the terminal cover from the thermostat. Remove the two screws securing the access panel, and remove pane!. Lift out the tab as shown to the water heater. Failure to the water heater drain valve and put the other...
Owners Manual
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... around the element opening, inside the tank, g, If you have removed, do so by scraping or soaking in vinegar or a deoliming solution, Fire Hazard and Electric Shock Hazard * Do not use replacement elements with any voltage other than listed on the terminal cover are cleaning the element you are in property damage. • Fill tank with water before turning 'ON" power. 14, Check element for water leaks. i-1 Improper installation and use . 13...
... around the element opening, inside the tank, g, If you have removed, do so by scraping or soaking in vinegar or a deoliming solution, Fire Hazard and Electric Shock Hazard * Do not use replacement elements with any voltage other than listed on the terminal cover are cleaning the element you are in property damage. • Fill tank with water before turning 'ON" power. 14, Check element for water leaks. i-1 Improper installation and use . 13...
Owners Manual
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NOTE: Expansion tanks are taken, the devices cause the water system to expansion and contraction of some metal parts during periods of the tank. Expansion Tank Specifications Model Number 153.331020 153.331050 Tank Capacity in Gallons 2 5 Dimensions in the water. *Highest recorded inlet water pressure regulated water pressure. A sulfate harmless reducing bacteria bacteria within the water heater tank expands as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back flow preventers, etc._to control these types of sulfate in the water system. Bfthe inlet water pressure is...
NOTE: Expansion tanks are taken, the devices cause the water system to expansion and contraction of some metal parts during periods of the tank. Expansion Tank Specifications Model Number 153.331020 153.331050 Tank Capacity in Gallons 2 5 Dimensions in the water. *Highest recorded inlet water pressure regulated water pressure. A sulfate harmless reducing bacteria bacteria within the water heater tank expands as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back flow preventers, etc._to control these types of sulfate in the water system. Bfthe inlet water pressure is...
Owners Manual
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"AIR"mNHOTWATEFRAUCETS Before removing any electrica! Turn "ON" electric power to clean and replace the elements. 5. The water heater has a high limit shut off system with a reset button located on your water heater is open . 4. Sears Service Department to the hot water outlet on the water heater. 24 Review and check piping installation. Before beginning, water heater. FIGURE 44. 2. Remove the two screws securing the access panel and remove panel. 3. appliances which refer to air escaping through the pipe as a dishwasher or washing machine). RESET...
"AIR"mNHOTWATEFRAUCETS Before removing any electrica! Turn "ON" electric power to clean and replace the elements. 5. The water heater has a high limit shut off system with a reset button located on your water heater is open . 4. Sears Service Department to the hot water outlet on the water heater. 24 Review and check piping installation. Before beginning, water heater. FIGURE 44. 2. Remove the two screws securing the access panel and remove panel. 3. appliances which refer to air escaping through the pipe as a dishwasher or washing machine). RESET...
Owners Manual
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... before installing, operating or servicing this manual first. Then follow 'Filling the Water Heater" instructions in the 'Troubleshooting" section. water lines, or ground seepage Check for possible water leaks. 10. Read this water heater Fai0ure to your water heater circuit. WATER JSTOO HOT Adjust the thermostat to thermal expansion or high water pressure in death, serious bodily injury, or property damage Turn electrical power "OFF", remove access panel and insulation cap with water heater. supply to follow proper draining instructions and remove element. See...
... before installing, operating or servicing this manual first. Then follow 'Filling the Water Heater" instructions in the 'Troubleshooting" section. water lines, or ground seepage Check for possible water leaks. 10. Read this water heater Fai0ure to your water heater circuit. WATER JSTOO HOT Adjust the thermostat to thermal expansion or high water pressure in death, serious bodily injury, or property damage Turn electrical power "OFF", remove access panel and insulation cap with water heater. supply to follow proper draining instructions and remove element. See...
Owners Manual
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... 7 Lower Element* (See NOTE "A" above ) 4231906 4_231906 24 Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* 25 2 Pole Thermostat* (Two wire lead models) 1"1" 4231917 4231919 4231917 * These parts are also available at most hardware stores. *** When secondary anode w/nipple not provided. 1" Replaced only on the model rating plate located near the access panel. w/Heat Traps 12 Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/Heat Traps*** 13 Primaq!Anode Rod 14 Roto-Swirl TM Dip Tube (See NOTE "B" above) 15 SecondaryAnode Rod w/Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/HT 16 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve* 17...
... 7 Lower Element* (See NOTE "A" above ) 4231906 4_231906 24 Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* 25 2 Pole Thermostat* (Two wire lead models) 1"1" 4231917 4231919 4231917 * These parts are also available at most hardware stores. *** When secondary anode w/nipple not provided. 1" Replaced only on the model rating plate located near the access panel. w/Heat Traps 12 Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/Heat Traps*** 13 Primaq!Anode Rod 14 Roto-Swirl TM Dip Tube (See NOTE "B" above) 15 SecondaryAnode Rod w/Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/HT 16 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve* 17...
Owners Manual
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...Drain Valve Washer (17/32"x! 3/64"x!/8" thick) 4 Element Gasket 5 Element Gasket 6 Lower Access Panel 900! 584 9000308 9000308 9002671 7 Lower Element* (See NOTE "A" above) 3800 Watt 42 31906 5500 Watt 42 31908 8 Lower Thermostat w/Hi-Limit* (3 wire lead models) 1-1- #9 Manual 184726°001 10 Model Ratin_ Plate 1- 11 Nipple (Cold Inlet) w/Heat Traps 12 Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/Heat Traps*** 13 Primar},Anode Rod 14 RotooSwirl TM Dip Tube (See NOTE "B" above) 15 Secondar)/Anode Rod w/Nipple (Hot Outlet)w/HT 16 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve* 17 Terminal Cover...
...Drain Valve Washer (17/32"x! 3/64"x!/8" thick) 4 Element Gasket 5 Element Gasket 6 Lower Access Panel 900! 584 9000308 9000308 9002671 7 Lower Element* (See NOTE "A" above) 3800 Watt 42 31906 5500 Watt 42 31908 8 Lower Thermostat w/Hi-Limit* (3 wire lead models) 1-1- #9 Manual 184726°001 10 Model Ratin_ Plate 1- 11 Nipple (Cold Inlet) w/Heat Traps 12 Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/Heat Traps*** 13 Primar},Anode Rod 14 RotooSwirl TM Dip Tube (See NOTE "B" above) 15 Secondar)/Anode Rod w/Nipple (Hot Outlet)w/HT 16 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve* 17 Terminal Cover...
Owners Manual
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... 7 Lower Element* (See NOTE "A" above) 3800 Watt 48231906 5500 Watt 42 31908 8 Lower Thermostat w/Hi-Limit* (3 wire lead models) lt #9 Manual 48231918 184726-001 4.8231906 4231908 184726-001 4231906 4231908 4231918 184726-001 4.8231906 4231908 184726o001 4231906 4231908 4.8231918 184726=001 10 Model Rating Plate 1. 11 Nipple {Cold Inlet) w/Heat Traps 12 Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/Heat Traps*** 13 PrimaryAnode Rod TM 14 Roto-Swirl Dip Tube (See NOTE"B" above) 15 Secondary Anode Rod w/Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/HT 16 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve...
... 7 Lower Element* (See NOTE "A" above) 3800 Watt 48231906 5500 Watt 42 31908 8 Lower Thermostat w/Hi-Limit* (3 wire lead models) lt #9 Manual 48231918 184726-001 4.8231906 4231908 184726-001 4231906 4231908 4231918 184726-001 4.8231906 4231908 184726o001 4231906 4231908 4.8231918 184726=001 10 Model Rating Plate 1. 11 Nipple {Cold Inlet) w/Heat Traps 12 Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/Heat Traps*** 13 PrimaryAnode Rod TM 14 Roto-Swirl Dip Tube (See NOTE"B" above) 15 Secondary Anode Rod w/Nipple (Hot Outlet) w/HT 16 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve...
Owners Manual
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... while this water heater is designed and manufactured for two years. On water heater installations Sears warrants the installation. Adjusting thermostat b. loYEAR EXCLUSmVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY For the first year from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of your covered product if four or more families, the above limited warranty is only for years of purchase, if this product is found on the model rating plate on making a smart purchase. Sears, Roebuck...
... while this water heater is designed and manufactured for two years. On water heater installations Sears warrants the installation. Adjusting thermostat b. loYEAR EXCLUSmVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY For the first year from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of your covered product if four or more families, the above limited warranty is only for years of purchase, if this product is found on the model rating plate on making a smart purchase. Sears, Roebuck...