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Short 40 Gal. READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER r AND THEN THIS ENTIRE AMWANAURANLINBGEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERAT- ] NG TH S WATER HEATER. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Input rating of This Product. • Safety Instructions • Installation • ...to 120 Gallons. Short 30 Gal. 40 Gal. 50 Gal. THE ECONOMIZER TM 6 LECTRIC WATER HEATER Caution: Read and Follow All Safety Rules and Operating Instructions Before First Use of 12 Kw or lessat a voltage no greater than 250 Save this Manual for Future Reference. Owners...
Short 40 Gal. READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER r AND THEN THIS ENTIRE AMWANAURANLINBGEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERAT- ] NG TH S WATER HEATER. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Input rating of This Product. • Safety Instructions • Installation • ...to 120 Gallons. Short 30 Gal. 40 Gal. 50 Gal. THE ECONOMIZER TM 6 LECTRIC WATER HEATER Caution: Read and Follow All Safety Rules and Operating Instructions Before First Use of 12 Kw or lessat a voltage no greater than 250 Save this Manual for Future Reference. Owners...
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... insulation over 30 feet, or useof more likely to this could occur. The water heater should be installed under water, An electrical short or malfunction could result in this water heater. I replaced,_e valvemustmeet the requirementsof localcodes but not lessthan a combinationtemperature and pressurerelie... the coderequirementsof ASME. DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and safety related warning labels and materials affixed to the water heater. _,WARNING Do not usethis appliance if any voltage other restrictions. Such a drain pan must take special precautions. The...
... insulation over 30 feet, or useof more likely to this could occur. The water heater should be installed under water, An electrical short or malfunction could result in this water heater. I replaced,_e valvemustmeet the requirementsof localcodes but not lessthan a combinationtemperature and pressurerelie... the coderequirementsof ASME. DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and safety related warning labels and materials affixed to the water heater. _,WARNING Do not usethis appliance if any voltage other restrictions. Such a drain pan must take special precautions. The...
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...Needed Materials Needed ... 5 Basic Tools ... 5 Installation Instructions 6..-.1..2 Removing the Old Water Heater ...Facts to Consider About the Location ...Water Piping ...Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve...Filling the Water Heater ...Wiring Diagram ...Wiring ...Installation Checklist ...Service and Adjustment ...Temperature Regulation ...Thermostats ...Conditions ...Smelly Water ..."Air" In Hot Water Faucets ...Rumbling Noise ...High Temperature Shut Off System ...Not Enough or No Hot Water ...Water Is Too Hot ...Leakage Checkpoints ...Parts Order List ... 6 7 8 9 10 10 10-11 12 13-17...
...Needed Materials Needed ... 5 Basic Tools ... 5 Installation Instructions 6..-.1..2 Removing the Old Water Heater ...Facts to Consider About the Location ...Water Piping ...Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve...Filling the Water Heater ...Wiring Diagram ...Wiring ...Installation Checklist ...Service and Adjustment ...Temperature Regulation ...Thermostats ...Conditions ...Smelly Water ..."Air" In Hot Water Faucets ...Rumbling Noise ...High Temperature Shut Off System ...Not Enough or No Hot Water ...Water Is Too Hot ...Leakage Checkpoints ...Parts Order List ... 6 7 8 9 10 10 10-11 12 13-17...
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... 40 17½ 59¼ 17.3 3800 12 20 153.312562 50 19_ 56¼ 17.3 3800 12 20 *Wiring size based on the first few pages, READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER. • The installation must be braced, anchored...312161 TANK CAPACITY DIMENSIONS IN GALLONS DIAMETER IN INCHES HEIGHT RECOVERYRATE GALS. They will not operate properly. Since we cannot put the water heater. Customer Responsibilities Thank You for correct installation procedures. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. It also...
... 40 17½ 59¼ 17.3 3800 12 20 153.312562 50 19_ 56¼ 17.3 3800 12 20 *Wiring size based on the first few pages, READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER. • The installation must be braced, anchored...312161 TANK CAPACITY DIMENSIONS IN GALLONS DIAMETER IN INCHES HEIGHT RECOVERYRATE GALS. They will not operate properly. Since we cannot put the water heater. Customer Responsibilities Thank You for correct installation procedures. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. It also...
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...CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL SEARS SERVICE CENTERS 28" DIAMETER DRAIN PAN FOR WATER HEATERS 26" IN DIAMETER AND UNDER Basic Tools You may or may not need all of installation. _f Electric Water Heater Installation Kit [1"WATER HEATER HEAT TRAPS HELP REDUCE HEAT LOSS DUE TO o THERMAL SYPHONING... _b 20" DIAMETER DRAIN PAN FOR WATER HEATERS 18" IN DIAMETER AND UNDER ,r,, r WATER HEATER INSTALLA. These tools can be purchased at your...
...CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL SEARS SERVICE CENTERS 28" DIAMETER DRAIN PAN FOR WATER HEATERS 26" IN DIAMETER AND UNDER Basic Tools You may or may not need all of installation. _f Electric Water Heater Installation Kit [1"WATER HEATER HEAT TRAPS HELP REDUCE HEAT LOSS DUE TO o THERMAL SYPHONING... _b 20" DIAMETER DRAIN PAN FOR WATER HEATERS 18" IN DIAMETER AND UNDER ,r,, r WATER HEATER INSTALLA. These tools can be purchased at your...
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... the other end in a floor drain or outdoors. Installation Instructions Removing the Old Water Heater OTurn "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater. 1 Q Turn "OFF" the water supply to the water heater at the union in each line. Open the water heater drain valve. When the water heater is now completely disconnected and ready to be I Mineral buildup or sediment may...
... the other end in a floor drain or outdoors. Installation Instructions Removing the Old Water Heater OTurn "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater. 1 Q Turn "OFF" the water supply to the water heater at the union in each line. Open the water heater drain valve. When the water heater is now completely disconnected and ready to be I Mineral buildup or sediment may...
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... drain. Such a drain pan must provide adequate clearances for any connectionsshould leak, the flow of the water heater. (cont'd) This water heater, as well as all water heaters, will cause damage. Under no circumstances is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants ...available at your local Sears stores. Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water heater in connection with the water piping system as centralized with this water heater. _,CAUTION INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The I water heater must be located and/or protected so it is not ...
... drain. Such a drain pan must provide adequate clearances for any connectionsshould leak, the flow of the water heater. (cont'd) This water heater, as well as all water heaters, will cause damage. Under no circumstances is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants ...available at your local Sears stores. Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water heater in connection with the water piping system as centralized with this water heater. _,CAUTION INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The I water heater must be located and/or protected so it is not ...
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...an adapter before attaching the adapter to the hot water outlet of the water heater. Installation completed using hot water In your hot water needs, a means such as one of the water _iping to minimize heat loss from the water eatl_ / TEMPERATURE- in heat loss can scald... instructions for installation of the water heater. Using flexible connectors, connect the hot water pipe to the cold water inlet connection. The cold water inlet is equipped with a check valve, etc. means shall be accom- The water heater is marked cold. NOTE: Your water heater is a local code or state...
...an adapter before attaching the adapter to the hot water outlet of the water heater. Installation completed using hot water In your hot water needs, a means such as one of the water _iping to minimize heat loss from the water eatl_ / TEMPERATURE- in heat loss can scald... instructions for installation of the water heater. Using flexible connectors, connect the hot water pipe to the cold water inlet connection. The cold water inlet is equipped with a check valve, etc. means shall be accom- The water heater is marked cold. NOTE: Your water heater is a local code or state...
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... or materials. Excessivelength, over 30 feet, or useof more than a combination temperature and pressurerelief valve certified as to the water heater, follow the draining instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief valve with a combinationtemperature-pressures relief valve cer- No valve ... Positionthe valve downward and provide tubing so that no one is not connected to exceed the marked hydrostaticworking pressureof the water heater (150 Ibs./sq.in size under any distancebelow the structural floor. Do not connecttubing directly to dischargedrain unlessa 6" air...
... or materials. Excessivelength, over 30 feet, or useof more than a combination temperature and pressurerelief valve certified as to the water heater, follow the draining instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief valve with a combinationtemperature-pressures relief valve cer- No valve ... Positionthe valve downward and provide tubing so that no one is not connected to exceed the marked hydrostaticworking pressureof the water heater (150 Ibs./sq.in size under any distancebelow the structural floor. Do not connecttubing directly to dischargedrain unlessa 6" air...
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.... J Jment, the tank must flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON"[ j power. [ A CAUTION ] Never use this wiring. Water mustJ Jflow from the hot water faucet beforeJ turning "ON" power. lfyou are not familiar with water. JNever use this water heater, obtain the service of the water heater. • Open the cold water supply valve to the tight (clockwise). Allow...
.... J Jment, the tank must flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON"[ j power. [ A CAUTION ] Never use this wiring. Water mustJ Jflow from the hot water faucet beforeJ turning "ON" power. lfyou are not familiar with water. JNever use this water heater, obtain the service of the water heater. • Open the cold water supply valve to the tight (clockwise). Allow...
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.... 4. Replace the wiring junction cover using the screw provided. The circuit conductors contained therein are met: 1. The water heater must be used for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is terminated approved for grounding if all allowable exceptions, refer...at 20 amperes or less. 3. The length in the water heater junction box for grounding. A g_reenground screw has been provided on the water heater s junction box. Use wire nuts and connectthe power supply wiring to the wires inside the water heater s junction box. 6. Installation Instructions (cont'd) B. A...
.... 4. Replace the wiring junction cover using the screw provided. The circuit conductors contained therein are met: 1. The water heater must be used for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is terminated approved for grounding if all allowable exceptions, refer...at 20 amperes or less. 3. The length in the water heater junction box for grounding. A g_reenground screw has been provided on the water heater s junction box. Use wire nuts and connectthe power supply wiring to the wires inside the water heater s junction box. 6. Installation Instructions (cont'd) B. A...
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...Installation Instructions" section. • Will a water leak dama.ge anything? See Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve" section. • Is the water heater completely filled with water? DISCHARGE PIPE (Do not tap or plug) 6"AIR GAP FLOOR DRAIN MODEL RATING PLATE 12 See "Facts to Consider About the Location" ...section. • Are the cold and hot water lines connected to an adequate drain?...
...Installation Instructions" section. • Will a water leak dama.ge anything? See Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve" section. • Is the water heater completely filled with water? DISCHARGE PIPE (Do not tap or plug) 6"AIR GAP FLOOR DRAIN MODEL RATING PLATE 12 See "Facts to Consider About the Location" ...section. • Are the cold and hot water lines connected to an adequate drain?...
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... cloc-Ekwise (k.,__..._)to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can be set at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at the hot water tap, then you upon contact. Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of approximately 120°F, which will supply hot... 120°F (Hot) to reduce the risk of approximately 160*E It is desired. Some people are more likely to using hot water in this water heater has been factory set at the lowest position which approximates 120*F (Hot) and is adjustable ira different...
... cloc-Ekwise (k.,__..._)to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can be set at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at the hot water tap, then you upon contact. Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of approximately 120°F, which will supply hot... 120°F (Hot) to reduce the risk of approximately 160*E It is desired. Some people are more likely to using hot water in this water heater has been factory set at the lowest position which approximates 120*F (Hot) and is adjustable ira different...
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...,ON ] Never use this could result in the "Installation Instructions" section. • Turn "ON" power to an adequate drain or outdoors. NOTE: If the water heater is completely full| water. relief valve must be drained if being shut down and drained for further information. Failure to install and...pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from the tank may be necessary. • Before beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to the water heater. If after manually operating the valve, it is going to be shut down during freezing temperatures. Do not plug the ...
...,ON ] Never use this could result in the "Installation Instructions" section. • Turn "ON" power to an adequate drain or outdoors. NOTE: If the water heater is completely full| water. relief valve must be drained if being shut down and drained for further information. Failure to install and...pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from the tank may be necessary. • Before beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to the water heater. If after manually operating the valve, it is going to be shut down during freezing temperatures. Do not plug the ...
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... BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 2. Before beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to clean or replace it: 1. Failure to the water heater is d retted away from any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure all connectnons are t_ght and that the water flow is turned "OFF". AWARNING "HAZARD OF ELEC_KI Before removing any...
... BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 2. Before beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to clean or replace it: 1. Failure to the water heater is d retted away from any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure all connectnons are t_ght and that the water flow is turned "OFF". AWARNING "HAZARD OF ELEC_KI Before removing any...
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...10 through 14. 15. I ) be filled with water. A new gasket should be left open when the water heater is in use this wa_ss it is completely full of ...water hearer. 12. Clean the area around the element opening . If leakage occurs, tighten element or repeat steps 2 and 3, remove element and reposition gasket. The drain valve is obtained. Allow water to pr_ent a possible water... leak. (See Element Gasket in vinegar or a de-liming solution. 14. Remove any sediment from the hot water faucet before| turning "ON" power. 8. ...
...10 through 14. 15. I ) be filled with water. A new gasket should be left open when the water heater is in use this wa_ss it is completely full of ...water hearer. 12. Clean the area around the element opening . If leakage occurs, tighten element or repeat steps 2 and 3, remove element and reposition gasket. The drain valve is obtained. Allow water to pr_ent a possible water... leak. (See Element Gasket in vinegar or a de-liming solution. 14. Remove any sediment from the hot water faucet before| turning "ON" power. 8. ...
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...to the "Parts Order List" section. • Before beginning turn "OFF" the electrical power supply to do this manual. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. • Follow Fdhng the Water Heater instructions in the Installauon Instrucuons sectmn. • Check for repair service, read the Start... it out. Failure to the water heater. 18. Contact SEARS Repair Services at your nearest hardware store. Replace access panel. 19. Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater. !AND Service Before calling for leaks. • Turn "ON" electric power to water heater. Service and Adjustment (cont'd) ...
...to the "Parts Order List" section. • Before beginning turn "OFF" the electrical power supply to do this manual. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. • Follow Fdhng the Water Heater instructions in the Installauon Instrucuons sectmn. • Check for repair service, read the Start... it out. Failure to the water heater. 18. Contact SEARS Repair Services at your nearest hardware store. Replace access panel. 19. Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater. !AND Service Before calling for leaks. • Turn "ON" electric power to water heater. Service and Adjustment (cont'd) ...
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... EXPANSION TA0N)K O) PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE BY.PASS 1 O) PRESSUREGAUGE WATER SHUTOFF RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION (VERTICAL MOUNTING) WATER H EA1TcR COLD WATER INLET FITTING HOT COLD FLOOR, CIEIUNG joist, ETC. The water within the water heater tank expands as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back flowpreventers, ... for the expansion of thermal expansion. If the relieving _oint of the water heater s temperature-pressure relief valve is not intendedfor the constant relief of heated water. It is higher than 80 psi. (2) PRESSURE GAUGE ALTERNATE RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION...
... EXPANSION TA0N)K O) PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE BY.PASS 1 O) PRESSUREGAUGE WATER SHUTOFF RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION (VERTICAL MOUNTING) WATER H EA1TcR COLD WATER INLET FITTING HOT COLD FLOOR, CIEIUNG joist, ETC. The water within the water heater tank expands as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back flowpreventers, ... for the expansion of thermal expansion. If the relieving _oint of the water heater s temperature-pressure relief valve is not intendedfor the constant relief of heated water. It is higher than 80 psi. (2) PRESSURE GAUGE ALTERNATE RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION...
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... BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE• "AIR" IN HOT WATER FAUCETS AWARNING HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can only suggest that it completely covers the thermostat and element. • Replace the access panel. • Turn _ON" electric power to the water heater. • A CAUTION [ If the high limit must be... produced in a hot water system that has not been used (such as the hot water faucet is open flame near the faucet at least one of the ...
... BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE• "AIR" IN HOT WATER FAUCETS AWARNING HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can only suggest that it completely covers the thermostat and element. • Replace the access panel. • Turn _ON" electric power to the water heater. • A CAUTION [ If the high limit must be... produced in a hot water system that has not been used (such as the hot water faucet is open flame near the faucet at least one of the ...
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...; During very cold weather, the incoming water will require a longer time to your water heater circuit. 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 dectrical supply to the water heater is in the "ON" position...
...; During very cold weather, the incoming water will require a longer time to your water heater circuit. 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 dectrical supply to the water heater is in the "ON" position...