Kenmore 153.317032 User Manual

Owners
Manual
FOR POTABLEWATER
HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLEFOR
SPACEHEATING
Model No.
153.317032 20 Gal. Tall IS3.317132 10GaL i53.317232 20 Gal. Short
153.317332 30 Gal.
153.317632 6 Gal.
153.327032 20 Gal. 240 V.
153.327332 30 Gal.240 V
THE ECONOMIZER TM 6
Caution: Read and Follow
All Safety Rules and Operating Instructions
Before First Use of
This Product.
Savethis Manual for Future Reference.
COMPACT ELECTRIC
WATER HEATER
Safety Instructions
Installation
Operation
GAMA certificationappliesto all residentialelectricwater heaterswith capacitiesof 20 to 120Gallons. Input rating of 12 Kw or less at a voltage
no greater than 250 V.
READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER
AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERAT-
ING THIS WATER HEATER,
Care and Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Parts List
_WARNING
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Safety Precautions
_WARNING I
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can causeDEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,[ OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Referto thismanual for assis- tanceor consultyour localSears ServiceCenter fur further
nfurmation.
AWARNING
At thetime of manufacturethiswater heaterwasprovidedwith a combinationtemperature-pressuresrelief valvecertitiedbya
nationallyrecognizedtestinglaboratorythat maintainsperiodic inspectionof productionof listed equipmentor materials,as meetingthe requirements for ReliefValvesandAutomaticGas
Shutoff Devicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,and the latest edition of ANSI Z21.22and the coderequirementsof ASME. If
replaced,the valvemustmeet the requirementsof localcodas,
butnot lessthan a combinationtemperatureandpressurerelief valvecertifiedasmeetingthe requirementsforReliefValvesand AutomaticGasShutoffDevicesforHot Water SupplySys_ms, ANSI Z21.22by a nationallyrecognizedtestinglaboratorythat
maintainsperiodic inspectionofproductionof listedequipment
ormaterials.
The valvemust bemarkedwith 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.(Electricheaters- watts dividedby 1000x 3415
equalBTU/Hr. rate.)
Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority,while mandatingthe useofa
temperature-pressurereliefvalvecomplyingwith ANSI Z21.22
andASME,mayrequireavalvemodel differentfromthe onefur-
nishedwiththewaterheater.
Compliancewith suchlocalrequirements mustbe satisfiedby
the installeror enduserof the water heaterwitha locallypre-
scribedtemperature-pressure relief valveinstalledinthe desig-
nated openingin the water heater in placeofthe factoryfur-
nishedvalve.
Forsafeoperationofthe water heater,the reliefvalvemustnot
beremovedfrom it'sdesignatedopeningor plugged.
The temperature-pressurerelief valvemustbe installeddirectly
intothe fittingoftbe water heaterdesignatedforthe reliefvalve.
Positionthe valvedownwardand providetubing so that anydis-
chargewillexit only within6 inchesabove,or at any distance
below the structuralfloor.Be certain that nocontactismade
withanyliveelectricalpart.The dischargeopeningmustnot he
blockedor reducedin sizeunderany circumstances.Excessive
length,over30feet,or useofmore than four elbowscancause
restriction andreducethe dischargecapacityof the valve.
No valveor other obstructionisto be placedbetweenthe relief
valveandthe tank. Do not connecttubing directlyto discharge
drainunlessa 6"airgapisprovided.Topreventbodilyinjury,haz-
ardto life,or propertydamage,the relief valvemust he allowed
todischargewater inquantitiesshouldcircumstancesdemand.If
the dischargepipeisnot connectedto a drainor othersuitable
means,thewaterflowmaycausepropertydamage.
The DischargePipe:
Must not be smaller in sizethan the outlet pipe sizeof the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other
restrictions.
Mustnot bepluggedorblocked. Mustbeofmateriallistedforhot water distribution.
Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the temperature-pressurerelief valve,and the dis-
chargepipe. Mustterminate at anadequatedrain.
Mustnothaveanyvalvebetweenthereliefvabeandtank.
AWARNING . I
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before remowng I any access panels or servicing the water heater, make I
sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". Failure to do this could result in DEATH, SERI-
OUS BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
_,WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem-
perature which will satisfyspaceheating, clotheswashing,
dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and
_ermanently 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 groups or if there isa localcode or state law requiring a certain tem-
)erature water at the hot water tap, then you must take specialprecautions.In addition to usingthe lowest possi- ble temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve, shall be used at the hot water taps used bythese people or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbingsupplyor
hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for installationof the valves.Before changingthe factory set-
ting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation" sectioninthis manual.
AWARNING
WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY: This water heater isequippedfor one type voltage
only.Check the rating plate near the bottom accesspanel for the correct voltage. DO NOT use this water heater with anyvoltage other than the oneshownon the model rating plate. Failure to usethe correct voltage can cause problems which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. If you haveanyques-
tionsor doubts consultyour electric company.
- AWARNING
INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external
water heater insulation jacket on an electric water heater:
a. DO NOT coverthe temperature-pressure relief valve. b. DO NOT put insulationover the accesscoversor any
accessareas.
c. 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 anypart of it hasbeen under
water. An electrical short or malfunction couldoccur.The water heater shoud be rap aced.
_, CAUTION
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the water heater must beaccomplishedin sucha manner
that if the tank or anyconnectionsshouldleak,the flowof water will not causedamageto the structure. When such locationscannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain pansare avail- able at your local Sears Store. Sucha drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain. Under no circumstances is the manufacturer or Searsto be held liable for anywater damage in connectionwith this water heater.
Table of Contents
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................2
Table of Contents .............................................................................................................................................3
Customer Rest.onsibilities ...................................................................................................................4
Product Specincations ...............................................................................................................................4
Materials and Basic Tools Needed ..........................................................................................5
Materials Needed ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Basic Tools ................................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Installation Instructions
Removing the Old Water Hearer ............................................................................................................................................... 6
Facts to Consider About the Location ....................................................................................................................................... 7
Water Piping ............................................................................................................................................................................. 7
Temperature-Pressure ReliefValve............................................................................................................................................. 8
Filling the Water Heater ............................................................................................................................................................ 9
Wiring Diagrams .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
Wiring .................................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Installation Checklist .............................................................................................................................................................. 12
Service and Adjustment
Temperature Regulation.......................................................................................................................................................... 13
Thermostats ............................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Temperature Settings .............................................................................................................................................................. 13
Thermostat Adjustment .......................................................................................................................................................... 13
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation .......................................................................................................................... 14
Draining ................................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Element Cleaning/Replacement ......................................................................................................................................... 15-17
Drain ValveWasher Replacement ........................................................................................................................................... 17
Service .................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Troubleshooting Guide
Start Up Conditions ............................................................................................................................................................... 18
Thermal Expansion ............................................................................................................................................................... 18
Strange Sounds ..................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Operational Conditions .......................................................................................................................................................... 19
Smelly Water ......................................................................................................................................................................... 19
_Air"in Hot Water Faucets ................................................................................................................................................... 19
Rumbling Noise .................................................................................................................................................................... 19
High Temperature Shut Off System ................................................................................................................................ 19, 20
Not Enough or No Hot Water .............................................................................................................................................. 20
Water Is Too Hot .................................................................................................................................................................. 20
Leakage Checkpoints .............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Parts Order List ...............................................................................................i...........................................22,2_
Warranty ......................................................................................................................................................................._4
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 by Sears call the local
Service Center or any Sears store. They will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized contractors.
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.l.-Ametican National Standards Institute
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 con-
tains 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
ElectricalCode. This publication is available from your local governmentor public libraryor electric company or by writing
Underwriters Laboratories, 333 Pfingsten Road, Northhrook,
IL 60062.
If after reading this manual you have any questions ordo 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 com-
plies with the "Facts to Cons'der 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 procedures. Instructions may be obtained from your local dealer, whole-
saler, public utilities or California Office of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Product Specifications
MAXIMUM FUSE
TANK
MODEL
NUMBER
153.317032 7.5
153.317132 7.5
153.317232 7.5
153.317332 7.5
153.317632 7.5
153.327032 9.1
153.327332 %1
*Wirin_ 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 electri-
cal coue.
CAPACITY
IN GALLONS
20 10
20 30
6 20 30
DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
DIAMETER HHGHT
18" 31½" 18" 18"
22" 22½" 22" 30"
16" 17" 18" 31½"
22" 30"
RECOVERYRATE
GALS. PERHOUR
@90°E RISE
ELEMENT WATTAGE
120 Volt 240 Vok
1650 1650
1650 1650
1650
- 2000
- 2000
MINIMUM
WIRE SIZE*
(GAUGE)
12 12
12
12 12
14 14
OR CIRCUIT
BREAKER
SIZE(AMPS)
20 20
20 20
20
10 10
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.
E_t_ l
Water Heater
Inslallstlon
I_ WATER HEATERS 26" IN
II __ IiI _ 28" DIAMETER DRAIN PAN FOR
WATER HEATER INSTALLA-
TION KIT WITH FLEXIBLE
CONNECTORS FOR 3/4" OR
I/2 °' THREADED OR COPPER
PLUMBING
EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL f/ \
EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAIL-
ABLE IN 2 GALLON AND S GALLON
CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL
SEARS SERVICE CENTERS
DIAMETER AND UNDER
20" DIAMETER DRAIN PAN
FOR WATER HEATERS IE" IN
DIAMETER AND UNDER
Basic Tools
You may or may not need all of these tools, depending on y_our
type of installation. These tools can be purchased at your local Sears store.
Pipe Wrench (2) 14"
Screwdriver
6 Foot Tape or Folding Rule
Garden Hose
Drill
Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape
GARDEN HOSE
SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
PIPE DOPE (SQUEEZE TUBE)
6 FOOT TAPE
PIPE
WRENCH
ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING
Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw
Propane Torch
Soft Solder
Solder Flux
Emery Cloth
Wire Brushes
HACKSAW
3/4" WIRE BRUSH
112"WIRE BRUSH
ROLL OF LEAD FREE
SOFT SOLDER
PROPANE TORCH
roll of teflon tape
(Use only on water connections)
DRILL
ROLL OF EMERY SOLDER TUBING
CLOTH FLUX CUTTER
Installation Instructions
Removing the Old Water
Heater
O Turn "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater.
1
Q Turn "OFF" the water supply to water at
the water shutoffvalve or water meter.
QAttach 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.
the heater
Qa. If you have 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. 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.
copper
b.
If you have galvanized pipe to the
water heater, loosen the two gal- vanized 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 drained, disconnect the hose
from the drain valve. Close the drain valve. The water heater is
now completely disconnected and
ready to be removed.
AWARNING I
The water passingout of the drain valve may be extreme- I
ly hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections
are tight and that the water flow is directed away from
anyperson.
Q Check again to make sure the electrical supply is
turned "OFF" to the water heater. Then disconnect the electrical supply connection from the water heater
junction box.
I
A CAUTION I
Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated In the I
old water beater. This causes the water heater to be I
much heavierthan normal and this residue, if spilledout, could causesta nng. ]
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 consid-
eration 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.
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
centralized 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.
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 cause damage to the structure. When such
locationscannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installedunder the water heater. Drain pansare avail- able at your local Searsstores.Such a drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain. Under no circumstances is the manufacturer or Searsto be held liable for any water damage in connectionwith thiswater heater.
If a 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 must be provided to control thermal expansion. Contact the
local utility or Sears Service Center on how to control this situation.
The illustration shows the attachment of the water piping to the water heater. The water heater is equipped with ¾ water con-
nections.
Look at the side 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 the _" threaded nipple. Using flexible connectors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet of the water heater.
NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter before attaching the adapter to the water connec-
tions. Do not solder the water supply lines directly to the connections of the water heater. It will harm the fittings
on the water heater.
Look at the side 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 the ¼ threaded topple. Using flexible connectors,
3 " * , .
connect the cold water pipe to the cold water inlet of the
water heater.
NOTE: Your water heater is 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 treater.
ACAUTION J
INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The J water heater must be located andlor protected so it is
not subjectto physicaldamage bya mov ng veh c e.
The location selection must provide adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation of the water heater.
Water Piping
AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem- perature whichwill satisfyspaceheating, 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 includethe elderly, children,the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or if there isa local code or state law requiring a certain tem-
perature water at the hot water tap, then you must take specialprecautions.In addition to usingthe lowest possi-
ble temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve, shall be used at the hot water taps usedby these people or at the water
heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing supplyor hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for
installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature
Regulation"section in this manual.
Installation COMPLETED using
Sears Installation Kit
314"THREADED CONNECTIONS
FLEXIBLE WATER
CONNECTORS
HOT OUTLET
TO HOUSE
VALVE
DRAIN VALVE
COLD INLET WATER LINE
7
Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Temperature-Pressure
Relief Valve
,WARNING
At the time of manufacture thiswater heater wasprovided with a combination temperature-pressuresrelief valvecer- tified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintainsperiodicinspectionof productionof listedequip- ment or materials,asmeeting 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. If replaced, the valve must meet the requirements of local codes, but not less
than a combination temperature and pressurerelief valve certified as meeting the requirements for ReliefValvesand Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems,ANSI Z21.22 by a nationally recognizedtesting
laboratorythat maintainsperiodicinspectionof production
of listedequipmentor materials.
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure
not to exceedthe marked hydrostaticworking pressureof
the water heater (I 50 Ibs./sq.in.) and a dischargecapacity not lessthan the water heater input rate as shownon 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 one furnishedwith the water heater.
Compliancewith suchlocalrequirements mustbe satisfied by the installer or end user of the water heater with a
locally prescribed temperature-pressure relief valve installedin the designatedopeningin the water heater in
)laceofthe 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. Positionthe valvedownward and provide tubing so that any dischargewill exit onlywithin 6 inches above,or at any distancebelowthe structuralfloor.Be car- tain that no contact is made with any live electrical part. The dischargeopeningmust not be blockedor reduced in
size under any circumstances.Excessivelength, over 30
feet, or use of more than four elbowscan causerestriction
andreduce the dischargecapacityofthe valve. No valveor other obstruction is to be placedbetween the relief valve and the tank. Do not connecttubing directly 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 isnot connected to a drain or other suitable means, the water flowmay causeproperty damage. The DischargePipe:
Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other
restriction.
Must not bepluggedor blocked. Must be of material listedfor hot water distribution.
Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the temperature-pressurerelief valve,and the dis- chargepipe. Must terminate at anadequatedrain.
Mustnot havean),valvebetweenthe relief valveandtank.
_,WARNING
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at leastonce 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
bodilyinlury or property damage becausethe water may beextremely hot. If after manuallyoperating the valve, it fallsto completely reset and continues to release water, immediately, close
the coldwater inlet to the water heater,follow the drain-
ing instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief valve with a new one.
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
(Do not cap or
plug, Provide = 6"
air gap between
SHUT-OFF
VALVE
T&P RELIEF
VALVE PROBE MUST EXTEND
INTO TANK
T&P
If a short _ank (less than 2") terngeralure-pcessure reflefvaNe isto be installed (as shown), a nipple and coupling mustbe used.
If a long shank(2" or longer) isIo be installed,do no_use the nlptdeand coupling.
"InstalTemperature-Pressureprotec_dveegeiprnentrequiredbylecaJcodes,butnot_ than a combipa. t,rOnTembelatu(e.PressuleRelief Valve ce_fied as meeffog_therequ_remenlsfol Relief valve_=J',d AutomaticGas ShutoffDev_es forHot-Wa_ S_pohJSy_Perns,ANS Z21,22bya ea_neJly,ecognbedtesl.
_g leboratc_Jthai mar,tairmpedodicinsgec_onef prod_c0onef Ileledequipmentor matene_sT_e "ndve rnustbe oriented,p_ovleedw_;htu_ing,orefher,_seinstalledso_at _sch_ge can exit_ _n 6 _s
shovelor atan_dist_ce befowthe se_'turalticor_a_ cannotcoraac_any_ve ele_rlelepat Fc_safeogera_onof_le weferheater,the ReliefVaJvernestnc_be _ orpl_gge(L.
See manual heading *Tomgerefure.Pressu,eReliefVaNe" for instalton Pl_ntenance ot Relief VaJve,dischargep_peandother safetyixecaut_cns
NIPPLE 'LENGTH
SHANK
'TEMPERATURE-
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE
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