Owners Manual FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLEFOR SPACEHEATING Model No. 153.320392HT 153.320393 HT 153.320492 HT 153.320493 HT 153.320592 HT 153.320593 HT 153.320692 HT 153.320693 HT 153.320892 HT 153.320893 HT 30 Gal. 30 Gal. 40 Gal. 40 Gal. 50 Gal. 50 Gal. 66 Gal. 66 Gal. 80 Gal. 80 Gal.
Safety Precautions _, WARNING AWARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKI Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". Fmluro to do this could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJU" OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. I I Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or mainte- I nance can causeDEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUI_, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Table of Contents _€,,,-.oal,._y Precautions ......................................................................................................... 2 Table of Contents .......................................................................................................... 3 Introduction .......................................................................................................................... 4 Product bpecihcations ......................................................................
Introduction Thank You Abbreviations for purchasing a Sears water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service. If you should decide that you want the new water beater professionally installed, contact the local Sears Service Center or any Sears store. They will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized contractors. Product MODEL NUMBER TANK CAPACITY DIMENSIONS IN INCHES IN GALLONS DIAMETEI HEIGHT RECOVERY RATE GALS.
Materials and Basic Tools Needed Materials Needed To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these materials, depending on your type of installation.
Installation Instructions Removing the Old Water Heater OTurn Q Q "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater. a. If you have copper piping to the heater, the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately 4" away from where they connect to the water heater. This will avoid cutting off the pipes too short. Additional cuts can be made later if necessary. Disconnect the temperature-pressure relief valve drain line.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Facts to Consider About the Location Facts to Consider About The Convertible Lower Element You should carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater, because the placement is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants in the building and for the most economical use of the appliance. This water heater is not intended for outdoor installation.
Installation Water Instructions (cont'd) Piping AWARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfyspace heating, clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or )hysically/mentally handicapped.
Installation Instructions Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve (cont'd) &WARNING The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year. Caution should be taken to ensure that (I) no one is in front of or around the outlet of the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) the water manually dischargedwill not cause any bodily injury or property damage becausethe water may be extremely hot.
Installation Filling the Water Instructions (cont'd) Heater To fill the water hearer with water: • Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to the right (clockwise). The drain valve is on the lower front of the water hearer. Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater. NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open when the water heater is in use. To insure complete filling of the tank, allow air to exit by opening the nearest hot water faucet.
Installation Instructions 2. The convertible element is located behind the lower access panel of the water heater. Remove the two screws securing the access panel, and remove panel. (cont'd) 5. Lower Element: LiE out the tab as shown to unclip the terminal cover from the thermostat. The terminal cover can now be removed from the thermostat.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Converting the Lower Element (cont'd) 9. Tighten terminals 2 and 3 to ensure proper electrical 12. The adjustment dial has a "D" shaped opening that matches a "D" shaped shaft on the thermostat. Align the opening in the dial to the shaft and gently push the dial onto the shaft. connection. AWARNING_ Failure to lighten terminal screws can cause a fire which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR I PROPERTY DAMAGE. 1 10.
Installation Wiring Instructions Diagrams (cont'd) TO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON.SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT LJNCTION BLACK RED UPPER E.C,O. THERMOSTAT BUSS BAR _O \ _ & ° a UPPER-" ELEMENT FOR 5500 WATTS EOR3800W=" WIRING FOR 3 WIRE LEAD WATER NON-SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT ENT HEATERS THREE TIME CLOCK OPERATES BOTTOM TO ELECTRIC _ POWER SUPPLY BUSS BAR L2 L[ SWITCH ELEMENT _ L2 L2 JWL_BI "OFF PEAK"
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Wiring A CAUTION C. Flexible metal conduit or flexible metallic tubing shall be permitted for grounding if all the following conditions are met: I Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating element, the tank must be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning on power. 1. The length in any ground return path does not exceed 6 feet. 2.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Installation Checklist Whether or not the element conversion is made, the model rating plate must be marked. Using a hard point ink pen, check the appropriate block within the model rating plate, which is located adjacent to the lower access panel.
Service and Adjustment Temperature Regulation A WARNING The lower thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding. HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water.
Service and Adjustment (cont'd) Lower Thermostat Adjustment Failure to install and maintain a new properly listed temperature-pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from any claim which might result from excessive temperature or pressure. The lower thermostat is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in the "TemperatureRegulation' section before proceed'ng.
Service and Adjustment (cont'd) Element Cleaning/ Replacement NOTE: These instructions are written for element cleaning and element replacement for the lower element. If it is necessary to dean or replace the upper element, then repeat these instructions. To remove replace it: the element 1. Before beginning water heater. from your turn "OFF" tank in order 3. Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve and put the other end in a floor drain or outdoors. Open the water heater drain valve.
Service and Adjustment (cont'd) 12. Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to the right (clockwise). The drain valve is on the lower front of the water heater. 7. Lift out the tab as shown to unclip the terminal cover from the thermostat. The terminal cover can now be removed from the thermostat. 13. Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater. NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open when the water heater is in use.
Service and Adjustment Drain Valve Washer Replacement Element Cleaning/ Replacement (cont'd) 18. Replace the insulation block so that it completely thermostat and element. (cont'd) NOTE: For replacement, use a '%/' x _" x %" thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering a replacement washer, refer to the "Parts Order List" section. covers the • Before beginning turn "OFF" the electrical power supply to the water beater.
Troubleshooting Guide Start Up Conditions THERMAL EXPANSION HOT COLA2 Water supply systems may, because of such events as high line pressure, frequent cut-offs, the effects of water hammer among others, have installed devices such as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back flowpreventers, etc._to control these types of problems. When these devices are not equipped with an internal by-pass, and no other measures are taken, the devices cause the water system to be closed.
Troubleshooting Operational SMELLY Guide (cont'd) Conditions WATER RUMBLING In each water heater there is installed at least one anode rod (see parts section) for corrosion protection of the tank. Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water. The most common complaint associated with the anode rod is one of a "rotten egg smell". This odor is derived from hydrogen sulfide gas dissolved in the water.
Troubleshooting HIGH TEMPERATURE (cont'd) SHUT OFF Guide (cont'd) SYSTEM NOT Remove the insulation • Reset the high limit by pushing "RESET". block to expose the opening. in the red button OR NO HOT WATER In a new installation, the water heater may not be properly connected. Make sure the cold water supply valve is open. Review and check piping installation.
Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd) Leakage Checkpoints Use this gu!de to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many suspected "Leakers are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water can be found and corrected. A CAUTION If you are not thoroughly familiar with electric codes, the water heater, and safety practices, contact your local _Sears Service Center to check the water heater. ® ® © *Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid or pipe connections may be leaking. ® the tank s comp ete y fu of water.
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Parts Order List KENMORE POWER MISER TM 12 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.320392 153.320393 153.320492 153.320493 153.320592 HT HT HT HT HT 30 30 40 40 50 Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. NOTE: A 2 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 he operated at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. Convertible elements are not offered as replacement parts.
Parts Order KENMORE POWER MODEL NUMBERS: 153.320392 153.320393 153.320492 153.320493 153.320592 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. 24. # HT HT HT HT HT 30 30 40 40 50 M1SER TM List (cont'd) 12 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. PART DESCRIPTION 153.
Parts Order KENMORE POWER MISER MODEL NUMBERS: 153.320593 153.320692 153.320693 153.320892 153.320893 NOTE: HT HT HT HT HT 50 66 66 80 80 TM List 12 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. A UPPER ELEMENT: 3800 wart elements. These water heaters are equipped with LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed convertible dements, which can be operated at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. Convertible elements are not offered as replacement parts.
Parts Order XENMORE POWER MISER MODEL NUMBERS: 153.320593 153.320692 153.320693 153.320892 153.320893 HT HT HT HT HT 50 66 66 80 80 TM List (cont'd) 12 ELECTR1C WATER HEATERS Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. MODEL 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. 24. # PART 153.320593 153.
Warranty About Your Warranty THE PRICE OF YOUR WATER HEATER DOES NOT INCLUDE A FREE CHECKUP SERVICE CALL. On Water Heater Installations Arranged By Sears, Sears warrants the installation. ON INSTALLATIONS NOT MADE BY SEARS AUTHORIZED CONTRACTORS: 1. Your Sears warranty applies to the product only. 2. Sears does not warrant the installation. 3. A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete installation. These include: a. Adjusting thermostat. b. Leaks in pipes or fittings.
