Kenmore 153318132 Owner’s Manual
Owner's ManuaJ
®
The Economizer TM
Table Top Electric
Water Heater
FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.
NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.
MODEL NO.
153.318032 27 Gal.
153,318132 40 Gal
6
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* Safety instructions
* Installation
* Operation
* Care and Maintenance
* Troubleshooting
. Parts List
manual and safety messages
before installing, operating or
servicing this water heater.
Failure to follow instructions and
safety messages could result in
death or serious injury.
GAMA certification applies to all residential electric water
heaters with capacities of 20 to 120 Gallons. Input rating of
12kW or less.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Sears, Roebuck and Co, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
PRINTED 0707 www.seats.com 185800-000
Instruction manual must remain
with water heater.
Yoursafetyandthesafetyofothersisextremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater.
Many safety=related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and on your own water 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.
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
situation which, if not avoided, could result
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
in death or injury.
hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
WARNING indicates a potentially
could result in death or injury.
situation which, if not avoided, may result
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert
situation which, if not avoided, could
symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
result in property damage.
All safety messages wil! generally tell you about the type of hazard, what can happen if you do not follow the safety message
and how to avoid the risk of injury.
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn
of potential exposure to such substances.
This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
This appliance can cause low level exposure to some of the substances listed, including formaldehyde.
IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS
Sears Service Center: The Sears Service Center has the ability equivalent to a licensed tradesman in the fields of plumbing and
electrical work including a thorough understanding of the requirements of the National Electrical Code as it relates to the installation
of electric water heaters. The Sears Service Center also has a thorough understanding of this instruction manual, and is able to
perform repairs strictly in accordance with the service guidelines provided by the manufacturer.
Readandunderstandinstruction
manualandsafetymessages
improper installation and use may result
in property damage.
beforeinstalling,operatingor
servicingthiswaterheater.
Failuretofollowinstructionsand
safetymessagescouldresultin
deathorseriousinjury.
Instructionmanualmustremain
withwaterheater.
- Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.
o Inspect and replace the anode as needed.
- Install in location with drainage.
o Fill tank with water before operation.
- Be alert for thermal expansion.
Refer to instruction manual for installation and service.
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Explosion Hazard
• Overheated water can cause
water tank explosion.
• Properly sized temperature
and pressure relief valve must
be installed in opening
provided.
-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.
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death.
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest risk for scald injury.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
Fire Hazard / Electric Shock Hazard
Do not use this water heater with any
voltage other than shown on the model
rati ng plate.
• Failure to use the correct voltage shown
on the model rating plate could result in
death, serious bodily injury, or property
damage.
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE ....................................................................................................................................... 2
GENERAL SAFETY ............................................................................................................................................................................. 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4
INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................ 5
MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED ....................................................................................................................................... 6
Materials Needed .......................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Basic Tools .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering ......................................................................................................................... 6
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
Removing the Old Water Heater ................................................................................................................................................... 7
Facts to Consider About the Location ........................................................................................................................................... 8
Insulation Blankets ........................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Facts to Consider About the Convertible Element ..................................................................................................................... 8,9
Water Piping ............................................................................................................................................................................ 9,10
T & P Valve and Pipe Insulation .................................................................................................................................................. 10
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve ........................................................................................................................................ 10,11
Filling the Water Heater ............................................................................................................................................................... 11
Converting the Element ......................................................................................................................................................... 11-14
Wiring .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Wiring Diagram ........................................................................................................................................................................... 15
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ......................................................................................................................................................... 16
Temperature Regulation ............................................................................................................................................................. 16
Thermostat .................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Temperature Settings .................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Thermostat Adjustment ............................................................................................................................................................... 16
Anode Rod Inspection ................................................................................................................................................................ 17
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation ........................................................................................................................... 17
Draining ................................................................................................................................................................................. 17,18
Thermostat Removal/Replacement ............................................................................................................................................ 18
Element Cleaning/Replacement ............................................................................................................................................ 18-20
Drain Valve Washer Replacement .............................................................................................................................................. 21
Service ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE .......................................................................................................................................................... 22
Start Up Conditions ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Thermal Expansion ................................................................................................................................................................ 22
Strange Sounds ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Operational Conditions ............................................................................................................................................................... 22
Smelly Water ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22,23
"Air" in Hot Water Faucets ..................................................................................................................................................... 23
Rumbling Noise ..................................................................................................................................................................... 23
High Temperature Shut Off System ....................................................................................................................................... 23
Not Enough or No Hot Water ............................................................................................................................................ 23,24
Water Is Too Hot .................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Leakage Checkpoints ................................................................................................................................................................. 25
REPAIR PARTS LIST ........................................................................................................................................................................ 26
NOTES .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 27
WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 28
ThankYouforpurchasinga Searswaterheater.Properly
installedandmaintained,itshouldgiveyouyearsoftroublefree
service.Itisstronglysuggestedthatthisnewwaterheaterbe
professionallyinstalled,contactthelocalSearsServiceCenteror
anySearsstore.Theywillarrangeforprompt,qualityinstallation
bySearsauthorizedcontractors.
Abbreviations Found in This Instruction Manual:
UL- Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
NEC - National Electrical Code
ANSI- American National Standards Institute
Read the "General Safety" section, page 3 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,
operation, 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 current edition of the
NEC - National Electrical Code, NFPA 70. This publication
is available from your local government or public library or
electric company or by writing Underwriters Laboratories
Inc., 333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook, IL 60062. It can also
be obtained from the National Fire Protection Association, 11
Tracy Drive, Avon, MA 02322-9908.
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 procedures.
Instructions may be obtained from the California Office of the
State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA95814.
Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be installed
in accordance with Massachusetts 248-CMR 2.00; State
Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00. In the Commonwealth of
Massachusetts, this product must be installed by a licensed
plumber or gasfitter.
MODEL
NUMBER
153.318032
153.318132
* 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.
TANK
CAPACITY
IN GALLONS
27
4O
21 (533)
24 (610)
IN INCHES (ram)
Width
DIMENSIONS
Depth Height
25 (635) 36 (914)
25 (635) 36 (914)
RECOVERY RATE
GALS. PER HOUR
@90°F Rise
17.3
25.0
17.3
25.0
ELEMENT
WATTAGE
@240 VOLTS
3800
5500
3800
5500
MINIMUM
WIRE SIZE*
(GAUGE)
12
10
12
10
MAXIMUM FUSE
OR CIRCUIT
BREAKER
SiZE (AMPS)
2O
3O
2O
3O
MateriaRs 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.
EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL
EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE iN
2 GALLONS , AND 5 GALLONS CAPACITY
THROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR
SERVICE CENTER,
WATER HEATER INSTALLATION KIT WITH
FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4" OR 1/2"
THREADED OR COPPER PLUMBING.
Basic Tools
You may or may not need all of these tools, depending on your
type of installation. These tools can be purchased at your local
Sears store.
Pipe Wrench (2)
Screwdriver
6 Foot Tape or Folding Rule (LJ _ [[}
Garden Hose
Drill
Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape
_.fT_
DRILL
SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER
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,
Additional Tools Needed When Sweat
Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw
Propane Torch
Soft Solder
Solder Flux
Emery Cloth
Wire Brushes
TUBING CUTTER
HACKSAW
ROLL OF TEFLON TAPE (USE ON
WATER CONNECTIONS)
PiPE DOPE (SQUEEZE TUBE)
USE FOR WATER CONNECTIONS
GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE PiPE WRENCH
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
PROPANE
TORCH
ROLL OF ROLL OF
EMERY CLOTH LEAD-FREE SOLDER
SOFT SOLDER FLUX
3/4" (19 ram)WIRE BRUSH
1/2" (13 mm)WIRE BRUSH
the Old Water Heater
1. Turn "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater.
FIGURE 1.
2. Turn "OFF" the water supply to the water heater at the water
shutoff valve or water meter.
The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely hot.
To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are tight and
that the water flow is directed away from any person.
4. Check again to make sure the electrical supply is turned "OFF"
to the water heater. Then unplug the water heater (cord set)
or disconnect the electrical supply connection from the water
heater junction box.
FIGURE 4.
5a.
If you have copper piping to the water heater, the two
copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw
approximately four inches 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.
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.
FIGURE 3.
,, Burn hazard
• Hot water discharge.
• Keep hands clear of drain
valve discharge.
FIGURE 5a.
5b.
If you have galvanized pipe to the water 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 drained, disconnect the hose from the
drain valve. Close the drain valve. The water heater is
now completely disconnected and ready to be
removed.
FIGURE 5b.
Mineral Buildup or Sediment MayAccumulate
• This causes the water heater to become
much heavier than normal.
• If spilled, could cause staining.
Installations in Residential Garages
• Water heater must be located in a
protective area.
Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the old
water heater. This causes the water heater to be much heavier
than normal and this residue, if spilled out, could cause staining.
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
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.
Property Damage Hazard
• All water heaters eventually leak
• Do not install without adequate drainage.
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the water
heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if the tank
or any connections should leak, the flow of water will not cause
damage to the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided,
a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater.
Drain pans are available at your local hardware stores. Such a
drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain.
Water heater life depends upon water quality, water pressure
and the environment in which the water heater is installed. Water
heaters are sometimes installed in locations where leakage may
result in property damage, even with the use of a drain pan piped
to a drain. However, unanticipated damage can be reduced or
prevented by a leak detector or water shut-off device used in
conjunction with a piped drain pan. These devices are available
from some plumbing supply wholesalers and retailers, and detect
and react to leakage in various ways:
• Sensors mounted in the drain pan that trigger an alarm or turn
off the incoming water to the water heater when leakage is
detected.
• Sensors mounted in the drain pan that turn offthe water supply
to the entire home when water is detected in the drain pan.
• Water supply shut-off devices that activate based on the water
pressure differential between the cold water and hot water pipes
connected to the water heater.
INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water heater
must be located and/or protected so it is not subject to physical
damage by a moving vehicle.
• The location selection must provide adequate clearances for
servicing and proper operation of the water heater.
Insulation Blankets
Insulation blankets are available to the general public for external
use on electric water heaters but are not necessary with this
product. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce
the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters.
Your water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance
Energy Conversation Act standards with respect to insulation
and standby loss requirements, making an insulation blanket
unnecessary.
Should you choose to apply an insulation blanket to this heater,
you should follow these instructions below. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in fire, serious personal injury, or death.
• Do not cover the temperature and pressure relief (T & P) valve
with an insulation blanket.
• Do not cover the instruction manual. Keep it on the side of
the water heater or nearby for future reference.
• D__oobtain new warning and instruction labels for placement
on the blanket directly over the existing labels.
Facts to Consider About the
Convertible Element
The 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 this
manual is missing contact the retailer or manufacturer.
If after reading these instructions in this manual, if you do not
understand any portion, call the Sears Service Center.
Fire Hazard / Electric Shock Hazard
- Do not use this water heater with
any voltage other than shown on the
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.
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Beforemakingtheconversionto5500watts,checkthe(1)power
supply..,mustbe240volts,(2)wiring...10gaugeAWG@
TypeTW,60°Corequivalent,and(3)Circuitbreakersorfusing.
•.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•
WATER HEATER 124N
ELECTRIC Q Listed
MODEL NUMBER SERIAL NUMBER iTEM ID/PART NUMBER
l ]
FACTORY EQUIPPED _TH
UPPER LOWER
ELEMENT ELEMENT MAXIMUM VOLTS CAPACITY MAX. WORKING
WATTS WATTS WATTS A/C ONLY U.S. GAL. PRESSURE
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.
See Figure 7 (below) for mixing valve usage.
HOT WATER
OUTLET
COLD
WATER
INLET
OPTIONAL WATrA G E WARNING
UPPER LOWER CHECK HERE SEE CONVERSION
ELEMENT ELEMENT MAXIMUM IF CONVERTED INSTRUCTIONS
MFD. SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO.
FOR HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL.
FIGURE 6.
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 panel.
Wate r
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death.
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest riskforscald injury.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to
produce hot water• Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy space 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 physically/mentally handicapped• If anyone using
hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or 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 such as a mixing valve,
should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or
at the water heater• Mixing valves are available at plumbing
supply or 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•
TEMPERED/_
WATER
FROM HOT WATER
*MIXING OUTLET ON
VALVE WATER HEATER
TO COLD WATER
iNLET ON
'_WATER HEATER
FIGURE 7.
Figure 8 shows the attachment of the water piping to the
water heater. The water heater is equipped with 3/4" water
connections.
NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter
before attaching the adaptor to the cold water inlet
connection. Do not solder the cold water supply line directly
to the cold water inlet. It will harm the dip tube and damage
the tank.
Property Damage Hazard
- Avoid water heater damage.
. Install thermal expansion tank if necessary.
, Do not apply heat to cold water inlet.
• Contact qualified installer or service agency.
Take off the cabinet top to make all the water and electrical
connections. Pull the cabinet top forward, all the way until it
is free. When replacing the top, put it on the clips, almost to
the back, push down and then push back.
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 3/4" threaded nipple. Using flexible
connectors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet
on the water heater•
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