Owner's Manual ® POWER MISERTM ELECTRIC WATER HEATER 6 FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY. NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING. MODEL NO. 153.326362 30 Gal. 153.326363 30 Gal. 153.326462 40 Ga!. 153.326463 40 Gal. 153.326562 55 Gal. 153.326563 55 Gal. 153.326662 50 GaL Medium 153.326663 50 Gal. Medium 153.326762 40 Gal. Medium 153.326763 40 Gal, Medium 153,326862 50 Gal, Short 153,326863 50 Gal, Short .........
Yoursafetyandthesafetyofothersis extremely Many safety=related messages and instructions important have been in the installation, provided in this use and manual servicing of this water and on your own water heater. 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.
Readandunderstand instruction manual andsafetymessages before installing, operating or servicing thiswaterheater. Failure tofollowinstructions and safety messages couldresultin death orserious injury. Instruction manual mustremain withwaterheater. improper - installation and use may result in property damage. Do not operate water heater if flood damaged. Inspect and replace the anode as needed. Install in location with drainage. Fill tank with water before operation. Be alert for thermal expansion.
"q! SAFE INSTALLATION, GENERAL TABLE USEAND SAFETY INTRODUCTION Materials Needed Tools Additional the Old Water About Blankets Piping Sweat Heater About Temperature-Pressure the Water the Convertible Lower Element ........................................................................................................ Relief Heater the Lower .................................................................................................................................................
ThankYouforpurchasing a Searswaterheater.Properly installed andmaintained, it shouldgiveyouyearsoftrouble freeservice. Itisstrongly suggested thatthisnewwaterheater beprofessionally installed, contactthelocalSearsService Center oranySearsstore.Theywillarrange forprompt, quality installation bySearsauthorized contractors.
Materials Needed To simplify the installation depending on your type Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need EXPANSION EXPANSION materials, DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 20" DIAMETER FORWATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 18" OR LESS, 24" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 22" OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 26" OR LESS.
Removing the Old Water The water Heater To avoid passing being out of the drain valve scalded, and that the water 4. Check again to the water set) sure flow is directed "OFF" (cord make to make sure heater. or disconnect from the water heater may be extremely all connections away from any person. the electrical supply Then the the unplug electrical junction hot. are tight is turned water supply heater connection box. FIGURE 4. 5a. 1.
• Sensors mounted to the entire • Water Mineral Buildup or Sediment IVlayAccumalate supply Facts to Consider You should water carefully heater, choose for the out, could cause an indoor the location placement safety of the for the is a very occupants Whether replacing heater in a new observed. The location centralized an old water location, the following critical building This or putting water the water points selected should with the water heater, as well leak.
Fire Hazard / Electric - Do not Shock Hazard use this water HOTTER WATER produce hot water. satisfy clothes needs can heater in your home making supply the conversion to 5500 watts, (2) wiring washing, permanently and injure check handicapped.
NOTE: Toprotectagainstuntimelycorrosion ofhot water fittings, unions it is strongly or couplings connected recommended be installed to copper on this the hot. Put two threaded around water Fit T & P valve insulation and cold does not interfere di=electric heater Secure end or three of the all insulation using tape. heater. The hot water outlet turns of teflon threaded-to-sweat both ends of the 3/4" threaded connectors, connect of the water heater. over valve.
Position thevalvedownward andprovide tubingso thatany discharge willexitonlywithin6 inches(153mm)above,orat anydistance below thestructural floor.Becertain thatnocontact is madewithanyliveelectrical part.Thedischarge opening must not be blockedor reducedin size under any circumstances. Excessive length, over30feet(9.14m),oruse ofmorethanfourelbows cancauserestriction andreducethe discharge capacity ofthevalve.
Converting These instructions element, operate Necessary the Lower Element only cover the conversion element bag contained water heater. of the convertible conversion within parts the electrical are junction located in a small box on top of the read this entire manual before attempting to install or the water heater. The water heater is factory set to operate at 3800 watts. The lower element can be converted operate at 5500 watts.
LIFT OUT TABTO UNCLIP TERMINAL COVER FROM THERMOSTAT JACK_ 8. Tightenterminals2 and3 to ensureproperelectrical connection. _-, PLASTIC TABS ON t BOTH SIDES OF TERMINAL COVER HOL IT IN PLACE TERMINAL COVER CLIPPED TO _ THERMOSTAT AT THIS POINT _ tHERMOSTAT BRACKET Fire and E×plosion Hazard _-TANK _'_ • Failure to tighten cause a fire. " ELEMENT screws can THERMOSTAT • Failure to do this could result in death, serious bodily injury, or property damage. FIGURE 16. 5.
11.Replace theaccesspanel. Fire Hazard / Electric Shock Do not use this ® Hazard water heater any voltage other than shown 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. FIGURE 21. 12. Complete wiring "ON" electric with water.
5. WiringDiagrams (see"Wiring supplied showing connections the between You can easily removing the junction section) most the water heater see which type box cover Two Wire Connection requiring Diagrams" two common Wire 6. of have by Use wire nuts and connect the power supply wires inside the water heater's junction box. 7. The water heater must installer. A green ground heater. water heater's location.
Wiring Diagrams STANDARD WiriNG FOR 2 WiRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON=SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT A6 [ GROUNDT ERMINAL--""""-_,_ * Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". _1 H,-TEMP injury, L_ _ LIMIT_l POWER JUNJTiON O_1I_(bl BOX sw,TCB _40-11_ tt" , Failure to do this could result in death, serious bodily property damage.
Temperature Regulation The lower thermostat is factory approximates 120°F (49°C), water temperature is desired. and Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death. on the water heating set at a position and is adjustable Read all warnings before which if a different in this manual proceeding. TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT KNOB Children, the elderly, and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest risk for scald injury.
Theupperandlowerthermostats areadjustable ifa different watertemperature is desired.Readall warningsin the Temperature-Pressure "Temperature-Regulation" The section before proceeding. temperature-pressure operated 1. Turn "OFF" junction the electric power to the water heater Relief Valve Operation at least relief valve must be manually once a year. at the box. • Burn hazard [ • Hotwater discharge. • Keep clear of relief valve discharge outlet.
Thewaterheater should bedrained ifbeingshutdownduring freezing temperatures. Also,periodic draining andcleaning of sediment fromthetankmaybenecessary. l 1. Turn "OFF" junction the electrical power to the water heater at the box. 2. Remove handle. 3. Lift out the tab as shown below to unclip the terminal cover from the thermostat.
Remove [ remove the two screws securing the access panel, and panel. o Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". • Failure to do this could result in death, serious bodily property damage. Before beginning the water heater. turn "OFF" the electric injury, power or supply FIGURE 33. to 5. Remove the insulation cap with handle. QI .___J FIGURE 30. 2.
8. Clean the area around sediment tank. from the element or around opening. the element Remove opening, inside any Never the To prevent damage to the tank and heating element, the tank must be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet g. If you are cleaning the element you have removed, do so by scraping or soaking in vinegar or a de-liming solution. use this water before 14. Check turning element element 15. Reconnect unless "ON" gasket. leaks.
18. Replace access panel. 19. Turn "ON" electric Follow power to water heater. "Draining" Turning counter screw handle. Remove Screw instructions. clockwise, the washer the and handle valve and TIGHTEN. and retighten See remove "Draining" the hex cap below Drain Valve Washer Check Replacement Turn cap assembly using "ON" electric power to the water _HANDLE CAP .
Start Up Conditions THERMAL NOTE: Expansion EXPANSION that pressure, Property - Contact Water supply Damage heater . Install thermal tank or device installer or service systems may, because cut-offs, installed _ of such events the water heater tank expands will that any devices have a by-pass to relieve the Service Center Thermal Expansion installed (21 etc...to are not .RECOMMENDED (VERTICAL WATER COLD INLET and closed water.
D.Anexcess ofactivehydrogen inthetank.Thisiscaused by corrosion protective actionoftheanode. I Smellywatermaybeeliminated or reduced in somewater heatermodels byreplacing theanoderod(s)withoneofless activematerial, andthenchlorinating thewaterheater tankand allhotwaterlines.Contact thelocalSearsService Center for furtherinformation concerning anAnodeReplacement Kit #9001453 andthisChlorination Treatment. Anodereplacement andchlorination ofthetankarenotcoveredbythewater heater'slimitedwarranty.
2. 3. Make sure the electrical "ON". Check for loose supply to your water heater is shut off system. in the or blown fuses in your water heater Circuit breakers weaken with age and their rated load and should be replaced. may not circuit. 8. handle g. 4. Make certain the disconnect switch, if used, is in the "ON" 5. Check been to see the electric interrupted.
Never usethiswaterheater unless itiscompletely fullofwater. Toprevent damage tothetankandheating element, thetank mustbefilledwithwater.Thewatermustflowfromthehot waterfaucetbefore turning "ON"power. A. *Condensation maybeseenonpipesinhumidweather or pipeconnections maybeleaking. B.Smallamounts of waterfromthetemperature-pressure reliefvalvemaybeduetothermal expansion orhighwater pressure inyourarea. C.*Thetemperature-pressure reliefvalvemaybeleaking at thetankfitting. D.
KENMORE POWER MISER TM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS 153.326362 30 Gallon 153.326363 30 Gallon 153.326462 40 Gallon 153.326463 40 Gallon 153.326562 55 Gallon 153.326563 55 Gallon I IF---! © NOTE:A UPPER ELEMENT: elements, These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed convertible elements, which can be operated at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. Convertible elements are not offered as replacement parts.
KENMORE POWER MISER TM 6 _ I I !I----- ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS 153.326763 50 Gallon Medium 50 Gallon Medium 40 Gallon Medium 40 Gallon Medum (O) q @ J NOTE:A UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements. LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed convertible elements, which can be operated at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. Convertible elements are not offered as replacement parts.
KENMORE POWER MISER TM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS 153.326862 50 Gallon Short 153.326863 50 Gallon Short I II------ @ @ NOTE:A UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements. LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed convertible elements, which can be operated at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. Convertible elements are not offered as replacement parts. ELEMENT ORDERING iNFORMATION: tf a replacement 3800 watt, 240 vott element is needed, order part no.
6 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATER For six years from the date accordance with the owner's of purchase, if this manual instructions water heater and all local is installed applicable and operated in a single-family plumbing codes, Sears will: 1. Supply free water parts are defective in material or workmanship. 2. Supply a free water For the second heater. heater through For commercial, two years.