Kenmore 153316755, 153316754, 153316655, 153316654, 153316554 Owner’s Manual
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Manual
FOR POTABLEWATER
HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLEFOR
SPACEHEATING
Model No.
153.316152 30 GaLShort
153.316153 30 Gal. Short
153.316252 40 Gal. Short
153.316253 40 Gal. Short
153.316354 30 Gal.
153.316355 30 Gal.
153.316454 40 Gal.
153.316455 40 Gal.
I$3.316554 50 Gal.
153.316555 50 Gal.
153.316654 SOGal. Medium
153.316655 50 Gal. Medium
153.316754 40 Gal. Medium
153.316755 40 Gal. Medium
POWER MISERrM6
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
Before First Use of
This Product.
Save this Manual for Future Reference.
ELECTRIC
WATER HEATER
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
GAMA certificationappliesto allresidential electric water heaters with
capacitiesof 20 to 120Gallons. Input rating of 12Kw or lessat a voltage
no greater than 250V.
READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER
ANDINGTHIsTHENwATERTHISHEATER.ENTIREMANUAL BEFORE NSTALLING OR OPERAT-
• Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Parts List
_WARNING I
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Safety Precautions
•,WARNING I
Improperinstallation,ad_ alteration,serviceor mainte-I
nance can causeDEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,OR
PROPERTYDAMAGE Referto thismanualfor assistanceor
consultyourlocalSearsServiceCont_ for further nformation.
A,WARNING
At thetime ofmanufacturethiswaterheaterwasprovidedwith
a combinationtemperature-pressuresrelief valvecertifiedbya
nationallyrecognizedtestinglaboratory that maintainsperiodic
inspectionof productionof listedequipmentor materials,as
meetingthe requirements for ReliefValvesandAutomaticGas
ShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,and the latest
editionofANSI Z2h22 and the coderequirementsofASME.If
replaced,the valvemustmeet the requirementsof localcedes,
butnotlessthan a combinationtemperatureandpressurerelief
valvecertifiedasmeetingthe requirementsfor ReliefValvesand
AutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,
ANSI Z21.22by a nationallyrecognizedtestinglaboratorythat
maintainsperiodic inspectionofproductionoflistedequipment
ormaterials.
The valvemustbe marked with a maximum setpressurenot
to exceed the marked hydrostaticworkingpressureof the
water heater (150 Ibs./sq.in.) and a dischargecapacitynot
lessthan the water heater inputrate asshownonthe model
rating plate. (Electric heaters, watts dividedby 1000x 3415
equalBTUIHr. rate.)
Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority,whilemandatingthe useof a
temperature-pressurereliefvalvecomplyingwith ANSI Z21.22
and ASME, mayrequire a valvemodeldifferentfrom the one
furnishedwiththewater heater.
Compliancewith suchlocalrequirementsmust be satisfiedby
the installeror enduserof the water heaterwith a locallypre-
scribedtemperature-pressurereliefvalveinstalledinthe desig-
natedopeningin the water heater in placeofthe factoryfor-
nishedvalve.
Forsafeoperationof the waterheater,the reliefvalvemustnot
beremovedfromit'sdesigeai_lopeningorplugged.
Thetemperature-pressurereliefvalvemustbeinstalleddirectly
into the fitting of the water heater designatedfor the relief
valve.Fos_on the valvedownwardand providetubingsothat
anydischargewiltexitonlywithin 6 inchesabove,or at anydis-
tence belowthe structuralfloor.Be certain that nocontactis
madewith anyliveelectricalpart. The dischargeopeningmust
not be blockedor reducedin sizeunder anycircumstances.
Excessivelength,over30 feet,or useof more than fourelbows
cancauserestriction and reducethe dischargecapacityof the
valve.
No valveor other obstructionisto be placedbetweenthe relief
valveandthe tank.Do not connecttubingdirectlyto discharge
drain unlessa 6" air gap is provided.To preventbodilyinjury,
hazardto llfe,or propertydamage,the relief valvemust be
allowedto dischargewater in quantitiesshouldcircumstances
demand.If the dischargepipeisnot connectedto a drainor
other suitable means, the water flow may causeproperty
damage.
The DischargePipe:
• Mustnot be smallerinsizethan the outlet pipe sizeof the
valve,or haveany reducingcouplingsor other restrictions.
Mustnot bepluggedor blocked.
Mustbeofmaterial listedfor hot water distribution.
Mustbe installedso asto allow completedrainageofbeth
thetemperature-pressurereliefvadve,andthe dischargepipe.
Mustterminate at anadequatedrain.
Mustnot haveanyvalvebetween the relief valveandtank.
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing
any access panels or servicing the water heater, make
sure the electrical supplyto the water heater is turned
"OFF". Failure to do this could result in DEATH, SERI-
OUS BOD LY NJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem-
perature which will satisfy space heating, clothes wash-
ing, 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 physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone
using hot water in your home fits into one of these
groupsor ifthere is a localcode or state law requiring a
certain temperature water at the hot water tap, then
you must take special precautions. In addition to using
the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies
your hot water needs, a means suchas a mixing valve,
shallbe usedat the hot water tapsusedby these people
or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at
plumbingsupplyor hardware stores.Follow manufactur-
ers instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changingthe factory sett!ng on the thermostat, read the
Temperature Regulation sectionin this manual.
AWARNING J
_,WARNING
AWARNING
WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE
ONLY: Thiswater heater is equippedfor one type voltage
only.Check the rating plate near the bottom accesspanel
for the correct voltage. DO NOT usethis water heater
with any voltageother than the one shownon the model
rating plate. Failure to usethe correct voltagecancause
problemswhich canresult in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. If you haveany ques-
tionsor doubtsconsultyourelectric company.
..... AWARN, ING
INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external
water heater i_Ul_tion jacket on'an electric water
heater:
a. DO NOT cover the temperature-pressure relief valve.
b. DO NOT put insulation over the accesscoversor any
accessareas.
c. DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions,and
safetyrelated warning labelsand materials affixedto the
water heater.
_,WARNING
Do not usethis appliance if anypart of it hasbeen under
water. An electrical short or malfunction could occur.
The water heater shouldbe replaced.
A CAUTION
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of
the water heater must be accomplishedin sucha manner
that if the tank or anyconnectionsshouldleak,the flow of
water will not causedamageto the structure.When such
locationscannot be avoided,a suitabledrain pan should
be installedunder the water heater. Drain pansare avail-
able at your local Sears Store. Sucha drain pan must be
piped to an adequate drain. Under no circumstancesis
the manufacturer or Searsto be heldliable for any water
damage in connectionwith thiswater heater.
Table of Contents
cc_.__oa_wPrecautions ...............................................................................................................................................2
Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................................3
Customer Responsibilities .......................................................................................................................4
Product Specifications ..................................................................................................................................4
Preparing for the New Installation .............................................................................................4
Materials and Basic Tools Needed ...............................................................................................5
Materials Needed ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Basic Tools ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................................6-15
Removing the Old Water Heater ............................................................................................................................................... 6
Facts to Consider About the Location ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Facts to Consider About the Convertible Element .................................................................................................................... 7
Water Piping ............................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Temperature-Pressure Rdief Valve ............................................................................................................................................. 9
Filling the Water Heater .......................................................................................................................................................... 10
Converting the Lower Element .......................................................................................................................................... 10-12
Wiring Diagrams .................................................................................................................................................................... 13
Wiring .................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Installation Checklist .............................................................................................................................................................. 15
Service and Adjustment ......................................................................................................................16-20
Temperature Regulation .......................................................................................................................................................... 16
Thermostats ............................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Thermostat Settings ................................................................................................................................................................ 16
Upper Thermostat Adjustment ............................................................................................................................................... 16
Lower Thermostat Adjustment ............................................................................................................................................... 17
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation .......................................................................................................................... 17
Draining ................................................................................................................................................................................. 17
Element Cleaning and Replacement .................................................................................................................................. 18-20
Drain Valve Washer Replacement ........................................................................................................................................... 20
Service .................................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................21-24
Start Up Conditions ............................................................................................................................................................... 21
Thermal Expansion ............................................................................................................................................................... 21
Strange Sounds ...................................................................................................................................................................... 21
Operational Conditions ..................................................................................................................................................... 22-23
Smelly Water ......................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Air in Hot Water Faucets ....................................................................................................................................................... 22
Rumbling Noise .................................................................................................................................................................... 22
High Temperature Shut OffSystem ................................................................................................................................. 22-23
Not Enough Hot Water ......................................................................................................................................................... 23
Water is Too Hot ................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Leakage Checkpoints .............................................................................................................................................................. 24
Parts Order List ...............................................................................................................................................26-31
Warranty ........................................................................................................................................................................32
3
Customer Responsibilities
Thank You 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 heater professionally installed, contact the local Sears
Service Center or any Sears store. They will arrange for prompt,
quality installation by Sears authorized contractors.
Product Specifications
MODEL
NUMBER
153.316152
153.316153
153.316252
153.316253
153.316354
153.316355
153.316454
153.316455
153.316554
153.316555
153.316654
153.316655
153.316754
153.316755
TANK
CAPACITY
IN GAH_NS
30
40
3O
40
50
50
4O
DIMENSIONS ININCHFA
DIAMETER HEIGHT
22 30
24 31_
17_ 45½
17_ 59¼
19½ 57
23 46_
20 48
RECOVERYRATE
GALS.PERHOUR
@90°ERISE
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
17.3
25.0
17.3
25.0
17.3
25.0
17.3
25.O
17.3
25.0
17.3
25.0
17.3
25.0
ELEMENT
WATTAGE
AT 24OVOLTS
UPPER LOWER
3800 3800
3800 5500
380O 3800
3800 5500
3800 3800
3800 5500
3800 3800
3800 5500
3800 3800
3800 5500
3800 3800
3800 5500
3800 3800
3800 5500
MINIMUM
WIRE SIZE*
(GAUGE)
12
10
12
10
12
10
12
10
12
10
12
10
12
10
MAXIMUM FUSE
OR CIRCUIT
SIZE(AMPS)
BREAKER
20
3O
2O
30
20
30
20
30
20
3O
20
3O
2O
30
*Wiring size based on standard 60°C copper wire. If distance from fuse box to water heater is more than 90 feet, refer to your local electrical
code.
Preparing for the New Installation
• Read the "Safety Precautions" section, page 2 of this manual
first and then the entire manual carefully. If you don't follow
the safety rules, the water heater will not operate properly. It
could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
This manual contains instructions for the installation, opera-
tion, and maintenance of this electric water heater. It also
contains warnings throughout the manual that you must read
and be aware of. All warnings and all instructions are essential
to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety.
Since we cannot put everything on the first few pages, READ
THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO
INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.
• The installation must conform with the instructions in this
manual; electric company rules; and Local Codes, or in the
absence of Local Codes, with the latest edition of the
National Electrical Code. This publication is available from
your local government or public library or electric company
or by writing Underwriters Laboratories, 333 Pfingsten Road,
Northbrook, IL 60062.
• If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not
understand any portion of the instructions, call Sears Service
Center.
• Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water
heater. Correct electrical wiring and connections are very
important in preventing death from possible electrical shock
and fires.
Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies
with the "Facts to Consider About the Location" section.
• For California installation this water heater must be braced,
anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an
earthquake. See instructions for correct installation proce-
dures. Instructions may be obtained from the California
office of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA
95814
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 materi-
als, depending on your type of installation.
20" DIAMETER DRAIN PAN
FOR WATER HEATERS 18" IN
DIAMETER AND UNDER
i IB
...... WATER HEATER HEAT TRAPS
HELP REDUCE HEAT LOSS DUE
TO THERMAL SYPHONING
....... EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL
WATER HEATER INSTALLA- IN 2 GALLON AND SGALLON CAPACITY
TION KIT WITH FLEXIBLE THROUGH LOCAL SEARS SERVICE
CONNECTORS FOR 3/4" OR
I/2" THREADED OR COPPER
PLUMBING
Basic Tools
You may or may not need all of these tools, depending on ytour
type of installation. These tools can be purchased at your local
Searsstore.
Pipe Wrench (2)
Screwdriver
6 Foot Tape or Folding Rule
EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE
CENTERS
ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED
WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING
Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw
Propane Torch
Soft Solder
Solder Flux
Emery Cloth
Wire Brushes
Garden Hose
Drill
Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape
HACKSAW
GARDEN HOSE
SLOT-HEAD SCREW DRIVER
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
6 FOOT TAPE
PIPE
WRENCH
314" WIRE BRUSH
112"WIRE BRUSH
_'_ PROPANE TORCH
ROLL OF LEAD FREE
SOFT SOLDER
28" DIAMETER DRAIN PAN FOR
WATER HEATERS 26" IN
DIAMETER AND UNDER
\
PIPE DOPE
(SQUEEZE TUBE)
(Use only on water connections)
ROLL OF TEFLON TAPE DRILL
ROLL OF EMERY SOLDER TUBING
CLOTH FLUX CUTTER
5
Installation Instructions
Removing the Old Water
Heater
G Turn "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater.
Q Turn "OFF" the water supply to the
water heater at the water shutoffvalve or
water meter.
Qa. If have piping to the water
you copper
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 tempera-
ture-pressure relief valve drain line. When
the water heater is drained, disconnect the
hose from the drain valve. Close the drain
valve. The water heater is now completely
disconnected and ready to be removed.
Q 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.
_,WARNING
The water passing out of the drain valve may be
extremely hot. Toavoidbeing scalded,make sure all con-
I nections are tight and that the water flow is directed
[ awayfrom any person.
Q Check make the electrical supply isagain _O
turned OFF to the water heater. Then disconnect
the electrical supply connection from the water
heater junction box.
sure
Q b. you galvanized pipe to water
If have the
heater, loosen the two galvanized pipes
with a pipe wrench at the union in each
line. Also disconnect the piping remaining
to the water heater. These pieces should be
saved since they may be needed when
reconnecting the new water heater.
Disconnect the temperature-pressure relief
valve drain line. When the water heater is
I drained, disconnect the hose from the
[ drain valve. Close the drain valve. The
• water heater is now completely disconnect-
dand ready to be removed.
A CAUTION I
Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in I
the old water heater. This causesthe water heater to be I
much heavier than normal and this residue,if spilledout,
[ couldcausestaining. I
Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Facts to Consider About the
Location
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 intend-
ed for outdoor installation.
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water
heater in a new location, the following critical points must be
observed.
• The location selected should be indoors as close to and as cen-
tralized with the water piping system as possible. This water
heater, as well as all water heaters, will eventually leak. Do not
install without adequate drainage provisions where water flow
will cause damage.
_CAUTION
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of
the water heater must be accomplishedin sucha man-
ner that if the tank or any connectionsshouldleak, the
flow of water will not cause damage to the structure.
When suchlocationscannot be avoided,a suitable drain
pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain
pansare availableat your local Sears stores.Such a drain
pan must be piped to an adequate drain. Under no cir-
cumstances is the manufacturer or Sears to be held
liablefor anywater damagein connectionwith thiswater
heater.
Facts to Consider About the
Convertible Lower Element
The Upper Element (if a double element model), is a conven-
tional 3800 watt element which only operates at its rated
wattage on 240 volts. (See rating plate on water heater).
The Lower Element of the water heater can be converted from
operation at 3800 watts to 5500 watts on a 240 volt system.
Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions.If after
reading these instructions in this manual, if you do not under-
stand any portion, call Sears Service Center.
A,WARNING
Before making the conversionto 5500 watts, check the
(I) power supply...must be 240 volts, (2) wiring...10
gauge AWG, Type TW, 60°C or equivalent, and (3)
Circuit breakers or fusing...capable of 30 amp loading.
Also, the installation must conform with this manual,
local codes and electric utility rules. Failure to comply
can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
&CAUTION
INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The
water beater must be located and/or protected so it is
not subjectto physca damageby a mov ngvehc e.
• The location selection must provide adequate clearances for
servicing and proper operation of the water heater.
NOTE: Whether or not the element conversion is made the
model rating plate must be marked. Using a hardpoint ink
pen, check the appropriate block within the model rating
plate, which is located adjacent to the lower access panel.
Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Water Piping
_,WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem-
)erature which will satisfy space heating, clothes wash-
ing, 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 physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone
using hot water in your home fits into one of these
groupsor if there is a local code or state law requiring a
certain temperature water at the hot water tap, then
you must take special precautions. In addition to using
the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies
your hot water needs, a means suchas a mixing valve,
shallbe usedat the hot water taps used by these people
or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at
)lumbing supplyor hardware stores.Follow manufactur-
ers instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changingthe factory settingon the thermostat, read the
"Temperature Regulation"sectionin this manual.
The illustration shows the attachment of the water piping to the
water heater. The water heater is equipped with ¼" water
connections.
Ira water heater is installed in a closed water supply system; such
as one having a back-flow preventer, check valve, water meter
with a check valve, etc. in the cold water supply; means shall be
provided to control thermal expansion. Contact the local utility
or local Sears Service Center on how to control this situation.
Installation completed using Sears
Installation Kit
FLEXIBLE
WATER
CONNECTORS
HOT OUTLET
TO HOUSE
THREADED TO
SWEAT COUPLING
3,4" THREADEDNIPPLE_ 314" THp_ELADED
SWEAT COUPLING
SHUT-OFF
VALVE
COLDINLET
\---
THREADED TO
WATER LINE
_.TEMPERATURE-
PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter
before attaching the adaptor to the cold water inlet connec-
tion. Do not solder the cold water supply line directly to the
cold water inlet. It will harm the dip tube and damage the
tank.
• Look at the top cover of the water heater. The water outlet is
marked hot. Put two or three turns of teflon tape around the
threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling and around
both ends of the 3A threaded nipple. Using flexible connec-
tors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet of the
water heater.
• Look at the top cover of the water heater. The cold water inlet
is marked cold. Put two or three turns of teflon tape around
the threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling and
around both ends of the ¾ threaded nipple. Using flexible
connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the cold water inlet
of the water heater.
NOTE: Your water heater is super insulated to minimize heat
loss from the tank. Further reduction in heat loss can be
accomplished by insulating the hot water lines from the
water heater.
--DISCHARGE PIPE
(Do not cap or plug)
6" AIR GAP
FLOOR DRAIN
Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Temperature-Pressure
Relief Valve
_,WARNING
At the time of manufacture this water heater was provid-
ed with a combination temperature-pressuresrelief valve
certified bya nationally recognized testing laboratory that
maintains periodic inspection of production of listed
equipment or materials, as meeting the requirements for
ReliefValvesand Automatic Gas Shutoff Devicesfor Hot
Water Supply Systems, and the latest edition of ANSI
Z21.22 and the code requirements of ASHE. If replaced,
the valve must meet the requirements of local codes,but
not less than a combination temperature and pressure
relief valve certified as meeting the requirements for
ReliefValvesand Automatic Gas Shutoff Devicesfor Hot
Water SupplySystems,ANSI Z21.22 bya nationallyrecog-
nizedtestinglaboratory that maintainsperiodicinspection
ofproductionoflistedequipmentor materials.
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure
not to exceedthe markedhydrostaticworking pressureof
the water heater (150 Ibs./sq.in.) and a dischargecapacity
not lessthan the water heater input rate asshownon the
model rating plate. (Electric heaters - watts divided by
1000x 3415 equal BTU/Hr. rate.)
Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority,while mandatingthe use
of a temperature-pressure relief valve complying with
ANSI Z21.22 and ASME, may require a valvemodel differ-
ent from the onefurnishedwith the water heater.
Compliance with such local requirements must be satis-
fied by the installeror end userof the water heater with a
locally prescribed temperature-pressure relief valve
installedin the designatedopeningin the water heater in
daceof the factory furnishedvalve.
For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve
must not be removed from it's designated opening or
plugged.
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be installed
directly into the fitting of the water heater designatedfor
the relief valve. Position the valve downwardand provide
tubing sothat any dischargewill exit onlywithin 6 inches
above, or at any distance below the structural floor. Be
certain that no contact is made with any live electrical
)art. The discharge opening must not be blocked or
reduced in sizeunder anycircumstances.Excessivelength,
over 30 feet, or use of more than four elbows can cause
restriction and reduce the dischargecapacityofthe valve.
No valveor other obstructionisto be placedbetween the
relief valve andthe tank. Do not connecttubingdirectly to
dischargedrain unlessa 6" air gap is provided.To prevent
bodilyinjury,hazard to life, or property damage, the relief
valve must be allowed to discharge water in quantities
shouldcircumstancesdemand.If the dischargepipe is not
connectedto a drain or other suitablemeans, the water
flow may causepropertydamage.
The DischargePipe:
• Must not be smaller in sizethan the outlet pipe sizeof
the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other
restriction.
Must not bepluggedor blocked.
Mustbe of material listedfor hot water distribution.
Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of
boththe temperature-pressurerelief valve,and the dis-
chargepipe.
Mustterminate at an adequate drain.
Mustnothaveanyvalvebetweenthe relief valveandtank.
• ,WARNING
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually
operated at leastonce a year.Caution shouldbe taken to
ensurethat (I) no one is in front of or around the outlet
of the temperature-pressure relief valve dischargeline,
and (2) the water manually dischargedwill not causeany
bodily injury or property damagebecausethe water may
beextremely hot.
If after manually operating the valve, it fails to complete-
ly reset and continues to release water, immediately,
close the cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the
draining instructions,and replace the temperature-pres-
surerelief valvewith a new one.
H_OT ( COLD
SHUT-OFF
VALVE
CONDUIT J
TEMPERATURE-
J PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
DISCHARGE PIPE
Do not cap or plug)
6" AIR GAP
r
FLOOR DRAIN •
WARNING "RELIEF VALVE OPENING"
Thiswaterheateris p_ovidedwilhaco,_on Tempe_ Press_e Re_efValvelistedasco_plyingw_h
thestandardfo_RediQfValws andAulomalicGasShutoffDewcesforH01WaterSupp_Systems,ANSZ2122
andthecoderequirementsofASME
Yc_'lc_ judsd_tl,0nalau_hontywhlern_ndatingtheuseof a Tempetatule-Pr_suleRelLefValve_¥rg
withANS721 22andASME,may_Ie avah.emodeldlffelentPoretheonefurnished_ thewaterheater
Comp_ar_ewithsuchlocalrequirementsr_st be_ltisfbedbytheinslallerc_endt_el of thewaterheater_h
a legallyprescribedTempelalure-PteSsLJreRe[_elValveinstalledin the designatedepe_ir,g inthe wafer
heate_
VALVE PROBE TEMPERATURE-
MUST EX_rEND PRESSURE
iNTO TANK RELIEFVALVE
• I1 a short shank (less lhan 2") temperature-pressure reqief valve is Io be installe_J
(as shown}, a nipple and coup_in 9 must be used
• If a long shank (2" of loiter) is IO be in sla_led d<Jriot us_ the nipple end coupling
"Ins{all Tempetalure.Pre_ure prolective equipmenl _uir_ by local codes but nol less If,an a combine
lion Temperature-P,sssui8 Relic I Valve cetli{ied as meeting the requirernenls lot Reliel Valves and
Aulomauc Gas Shuloff De_,-_es for Hot.Waler Supply Syslems ANS Z21 22 by a helically recognized test.
rig labO_alory that r_ant ains peno_c ft_spection of production o{ lisle_ equipment el rnatehals The valve
mUSl he onenled provKled _th lubin9, or olhen_se i_slaJlodSO that discUarge can exit only _thin 6 inches
above¸ o, at any d_stance below Ibe 5tnJcforel flOOr, and cannot contact any live electlica_ part
For safe operalio_ of the water heatel, the Rehef Valve must not be iemoved or plugged¸
See maflua_ headirlg. "Temperah_re Pressure Relief Valve" {of il_slallatitl_ and mainlenance of Relief
Valve, discharg_ p_pe and elher salety pr_autions
TANK : ' _ ; t, JACKET
TANK * 1" BRASS
FITTING COUPLING
BRASS SHANK
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Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Filling the Water 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. Allow water to run
until a constant flow is obtained. This will let air out of the
water heater and the piping.
•,CAUTION [
Never usethis water heater unlessit iscompletely full of
water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating ele-
ment the tank must be filled with water. Water must
flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON"
power.
Check all new water piping for leaks. Repair as needed.
Converting the Lower
Element
These instructions only cover the conversion of the convertible
element, read this entire manual before attempting to install or
operate the water heater. The water heater is factory set to oper-
ate at 3800 watts. The lower element can be converted to oper-
ate at 5500 watts. Refer to the "Facts to Consider About the
Location" section.
NOTE: 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 p_Lnel.
Necessary element conversion parts are located in a small bag
contained within the electrical junction box on top of the water
heater.
CONVERSION PARTS
The Upper Element, (if a double element model) is a conven-
tional 3800 watt element which only operates at its rated
wattage on 240 volts. (See rating plate on water heater).
The Lower Element of the water heater can be converted from
operation at 3800 watts to 5500 watts on a 240 volt system.
If after reading these instructions and this manual, if you do not
understand any portion, call Sears Service Center.
_,WARNING
Before making the conversionto 5500 watts, check the
(I) power supply-must be 240 volts, (2) wiring...10 gauge
AWG, Type TW, 60ec or equivalent, and (3) Circuit
breakers or fusing...capableof 30 amp loading.Also, the
installation must conform with this Manual, local codes
and electric utility rules. FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN
RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
BUSS BAR
1. Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric power
supply to the water heater.
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", FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD RESULT IN
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
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