Owners Manual FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACEHEATING Model 153.327164 153.327264 153.327363 153.327364 153.327463 153.327464 153.327563 153.327564 153.327663 153.327664 153.327863 153.327864 No. 30 GaL Short 40 Gal. Short 30 Gal. 30 Gal. 40 Gal. 40 Gal. 50 Gal. 50 Gal. 66 Gal. 66 Gal. 82 Gal. 82 Gal.
Safety Precautions AWARNING I improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenancecan causeDEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUR_,I OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assistance or consultyour local SearsService Center for further nformation.
Table of Contents Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................... 2 Table of Contents ........................................................................................................ 3 Introduction ........................................................................................................................ 4 Product Specifications ...................................................................................
Introduction Thank You for Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual U.L.-Underwriters Laboratories, 333 Pfingsten Rd., Northbrook, IL 60062 National Electrical Code-This publication is available from your local government or public library or electric company or by writing to U.L. above. A.N.S.I.-American National Standards Institute purchasing a Sears water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service.
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. O J j E_-tr_ I Water Heater i tesMIlatlon 20" DIAMETER DRAIN PAN FOR WATER HEATERS 18" IN DIAMETER AND UNDER WATER HEATER HEAT TRAPS HELP REDUCE HEAT LOSS DUE TO THERMAL SYPHONING _b .......
Installation Instructions Removing the Old Water Heater QTurn a. "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater. If you have copper piping to the water 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 Instructions (cont'd) Water Piping WARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a templeraturewhich will satisfyspace heating, clothes washing, ish 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 physically/mentally handicapped.
Installation Instructions Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve AWARNING At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided with a combinationtemperature-pressures relief valve certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspectionof productionof listed equipment or materials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valvesand Automatic Gas Shutoff Devicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,and the latest edition of ANSI Z21.22 and the code requirements of ASME.
Installation Filling the Water Instructions (cont'd) Heater To fill the water heater 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 heater. 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 (cont'd) 5. Remove the screws from terminal the looped end of the wire aside. 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. 2 of the element, and move 6. The buss bar is labeled 5500 W. Place the buss bar over terminals 2 and 3 with the 5500 W visible. Install the extra screw provided into terminal 3. 3. Remove the insulation block to expose the opening. 7.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Converting the Lower Element (cont'd) 9. Replace terminal cover on thermostat making sure that the locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place. 12. Complete wiring to the water heater, or if completed, turn "ON" electric power to the water heater after filling the tank with water. _,WARNING Make sure the thermostat is flush against the tank, the terminal cover is in place, and the insulation is replaced.
Installation Wiring Instructions (cont'd) Diagrams TO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS 240 VOLT SINGLE ELEMENT STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON-SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT TO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY -- _ BLACK RED UPPER E.C.O.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Wiring C. Flexible metal conduit or flexible metallic tubing shall be permitted for grounding if all the following conditions are met: _,CAUTION Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating alement, the tank must be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning on power. J J ] J 1. The length in any ground return path does not exceed 6 feet. 2.
Installation Installation Instructions (cont'd) 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 The lower thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) andis adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding. AWARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water.
Service and Adjustment (cont'd) Lower Thermostat Adjustment The lower thermostat is adjustable if a different water temperature "s desired. Read all warnings in the 'TemperatureRegulation" section before proceeding. 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 slotted adjustment (using a screwdriver) can be turned clockwise (_..
Service and Adjustment (cont'd) Element Cleaning/ Replacement A IMPORTANT 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. Open a nearby hot water faucet which will relieve pressure in the water heater and speed draining. ELEMENT REPLACEMENT INFORMATION This water heater is equipped with a special element that has IJA'' threads. Make sure that the replacement element has I%" threads.
Service and Adjustment 6. Lifx out the tab as shown to unclip the terminal cover from the thermostat. The terminal cover can now be removed from the thermostat. _WARNING I Replacement elements must (I) be the same voltage and I (2) no greater wattage than listed on the model rating I plate affixedto the water heater. ] lift out tab t_ until I terminal cover from TERMINALCOVER CUPPED TOTHERMOSTAT AT THIS POINT k_ (cont'd) 10. A new gasket should be used in all cases to prevent a possible water leak.
Service and Adjustment (cont'd) Element Cleaning/ Replacement (cont'd) Drain Valve Washer Replacement 16. Replace terminal cover on thermostat making sure that the locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place. NOTE: For replacement, use a _2" x _/_" x %"thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering a replacement washer, refer to the "Parts Order List" section. 17. Replace the insulation block so that it completely covers the thermostat and element.
Troubleshooting Guide Start Up Conditions THERMAL EXPANSION HOT COLD 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 flow preventers, etc._to control these types of _roblems. When these devices are not equipped with an internal y-pass, and no other measures are taken, the devices cause the water system to be closed.
Troubleshooting Operational RUMBLING Guide (cont'd) Conditions NOISE • Replace the insulation block so that it completely thermostat and element. In some water areas, scale or mineral deposits will build up on your heating elements. This buildup will cause a rumbling noise. Follow "Element Cleaning/Replacement" instructions to clean and replace the elements. HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF • Replace the access panel. • Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater.
Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd) Leakage Checkpoints Use this guide 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. ACAUTION (_) @ (_ (_ *Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid pipe connections may be leaking.
Parts Order KENMORE POWER MISER MODEL NUMBERS: 153.327164 153.327264 TM List 9+ ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS 30 Gal. Short 40 Gal. Short NOTE: A 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.
Parts Order KENMORE POWER MISER MODEL NUMBERS: 153.327164 153.327264 30 Gal. 40 Gal. TM List (cont'd) 9+ ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS Short Short MODEL 153.327164 KEY NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. PART DESCRIPTION Roto-Swirl TM 153.327264 PART NUMBERS Dip Tube Temperature-Pressure Drain Valve (See NOTE "B" Palge 24) Relief Valve Drain Valve Washer (*_;'x _3/d'x X" thick)** Element Gasket Element* NUMBERS (See NOTE 7. 8. 9. 10. 11.
Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER m 9+ ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.327363 153.327364 153.327463 153.327464 153.327563 30 30 40 40 50 Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. 153.327564 153.327663 153.327664 153.327863 153.327864 50 66 66 82 82 Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. NOTE: A UPPER ELEMENT: 3800 watt elements.
Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER TM 9+ ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.327363 153.327364 153.327463 153.327464 153.327563 30 30 40 40 50 Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. 153.327564 153.327663 153.327664 153.327863 153.327864 KEY NO. 50 66 66 82 82 Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. MODEL 153.327363 153.327463 153.327563 153.327663 153.327863 PART DESCRIPTION 1. 2. 3. Roto-Swirl TM Dip Tube # (See NOTE "B" page 26) Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Drain Valve 4. 5.
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: I. 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.
