Kenmore 153326266, 153326164 Owner’s Manual

Use & Care Guide

Model No.

153.326164 30 Gallon Short

153.326266 38 Gallon Short

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LOW LEAD

CONTENT

For potable water heating only.
Not suitable for space heating.

INSTALLER: Affix these instructions to or near

the water heater.
OWNER: Retain these instructions for future

reference.

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Sears Brands Management Corporation,

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.kenmore.com
www.sears.com

Your safety and the safety of others is extremely 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.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or injury.

WARNING indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or injury.

CAUTION indicatesapotentiallyhazardous

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situation which, if not avoided, could
result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION used without the safety alert
symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could

result in property damage.

All safety messages will 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 ofsubstances
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.

• WARNING: 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 in the act.

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 athorough 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.

© Sears Brands Management Corporation

Readandunderstandinstruction
manualandsafetymessages

beforeinstalling,operatingor

servicingthiswaterheater.

Failuretofollowinstructionsand
safetymessagescouldresultin

deathorseriousinjury.
Instructionmanualmustremain

withwaterheater.

Improper installation and use may result

in property damage.

• Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.

• Inspect and replace the anodeas needed.

• Install in location with drainage.

• Fill tank with water before operation.

• Be alert for thermal expansion.
Refer to instruction manual for installation and service.

Explosion Hazard

• Overheated water can cause
watertank 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 riskfor 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

voltage other than shown on the model

rating plate.

• Failure to use the correct voltage shown

_i_ • Do not use this water heater with any

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

WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 5

INTRODUCTION ................................................................................................................................................................................. 6

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................ 6

MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED ....................................................................................................................................... 7

Materials Needed .......................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Basic Tools .................................................................................................................................................................................... 7

Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering ......................................................................................................................... 7

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................. 8-17

Removing the Otd Water Heater ................................................................................................................................................ 8,9

Facts to ConsiderAbout the Location ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Insulation Blankets ........................................................................................................................................................................ 9

Facts to ConsiderAbout the Convertible Lower Element ........................................................................................................ 9,10

Water Piping ........................................................................................................................................................................... 10,11

T & P Valve and Pipe Insulation ................................................................................................................................................... 11

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve ........................................................................................................................................ 11,12

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve-Optional Location ......................................................................................................... 12,13

Filling the Water Heater .............................................................................................................................................................. 13

Converting the Lower Element .............................................................................................................................................. 13-15

Wiring .................................................................................................................................................................................... 15,16

Wiring Diagrams ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT .................................................................................................................................................... 18-23

Temperature Regulation ............................................................................................................................................................. 18

Thermostat .................................................................................................................................................................................. 18

Temperature Settings .................................................................................................................................................................. 18

Upper and Lower Thermostat Adjustments ........................................................................................................................... 18,19

Anode Rod Inspection ................................................................................................................................................................ 19

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation ........................................................................................................................... 19

Draining ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Thermostat Removal/Replacement ............................................................................................................................................ 20

Element Cleaning/Replacement ............................................................................................................................................ 20-23

Drain Valve Washer Replacement .............................................................................................................................................. 23

Service ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 23

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ..................................................................................................................................................... 24-27

Start Up Conditions ................................................................................................................................................................... 24

Thermal Expansion ............................................................................................................................................................. 24

Strange Sounds .................................................................................................................................................................. 24

Operational Conditions .......................................................................................................................................................... 24-26

Smelly Water ................................................................................................................................................................... 24,25

"Air" in Hot Water Faucets .................................................................................................................................................. 25

Rumbling Noise ................................................................................................................................................................... 25

High Temperature Shut Off System ..................................................................................................................................... 25

Not Enough or No Hot Water ............................................................................................................................................... 26

Water Is Too Hot .................................................................................................................................................................. 26

Leakage Checkpoints ................................................................................................................................................................. 27

REPAIR PARTS LIST ........................................................................................................................................................................ 28

6 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATER

For six years from the date of purchase, if this water heater is installed and operated in a single-family home in accordance with the

owner's manual instructions and all local applicable plumbing codes, Sears will:

1. Supply free water heater parts for those that are defective in material orworkmanship.

2. Supply a free water heater for one that develops a leak. See notes below also.
For the second through sixth year from the purchase date, you must pay the labor cost for installation of parts or water heater.
For commercial, institutional, industrial or residential use by two or more families, the above limited warranty isonly for two years. During

the second year you must pay the labor cost for parts or water heater installation.

Ifgovernmental regulations prohibit Sears from furnishing a comparable model replacement water heater under this warranty, Sears will

furnish a new water heater of comparable output as permitted by such governmental regulations; however, the Owner will be charged
for the additional cost associated with the changes made to comply with such governmental regulations.

Replacements furnished under this warranty do not carry a new warranty; and are only covered by the unexpired portion of the original

warranty.

1 -YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY

For the first year from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, supply and install new water heater parts for defective ones or a

new water heater for one that develops a leak.

WARRANTY SERVICE

To obtain warranty service, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663).
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.

This warranty gives you specific lega/rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

®

SEARS BRANDS MANAGEMENT CORPORATION, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179

The price of your water heater does not include a free checkup service call. On water heater installations arranged by Sears, Sears
warrants the installation.

A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete installation. These include:

a. Adjusting thermostat b. Condensation c. Leaks in pipes or fittings

Master Protection Agreements

Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore ®

product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable op-
eration. But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance

or repair from time to time. That's when having a Master Protection
Agreement can save you money and aggravation.

The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your
new product. Here's what the Agreement* includes:

• Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating
properly under normal use, not just defects. Our coverage

goes well beyond the product warranty. No deductibles, no
functional failure excluded from coverage-- real protection.

• Expert service by a force of more than 10,000 authorized
Sears service technicians, which means someone you can

trust will be working on your product.

• Unlimited service calls and nationwide service, as often as
you want us, whenever you want us.

• "No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered product
if four or more product failures occur within twelve months.

• Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed.

• Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request - no
extra charge.

• Fast help by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution - phone
support from a Sears representative on all products. Think of

us as a "talking owner's manual."

• Power surge protection against electrical damage due to
power fluctuations.

$250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that
is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator

or freezer.

• Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes
longer than promised.

• 10% discount off the regular price of any non-covered repair

service and related installed parts.

Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it

takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night,
or schedule a service appointment online.

The Master Protection Agreement is a risk free purchase. If you cancel
for any reason during the product warranty period, we will provide a

full refund. Or, a prorated refund anytime after the product warranty

period expires. Purchase your Master Protection Agreement today!

Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional

information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.

* Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details, call

Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.

Sears Installation Service

For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door

openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A.
or Canada call 1-800-4-MY-HOME ®.

Thank You for purchasing a Sears water heater. Properly
installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free
service. It is strongly suggested that this new water heater be
professionally installed, contact the local Sears Service Center or

any Sears store. They wilt arrange for prompt, quality installation
by Sears authorized contractors.

Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual:

UL- Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
NEC - National Electrical Code
ANSI-American National Standards Institute

AHRI - Air Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration 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 wilt not operate properly. It
could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR

PROPERTY DAMAGE.

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 bywriting Underwriters Laboratories Inc.,

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.

• Keep combustibles such as boxes, magazines, clothes, etc.,
away from water heater area.

Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with

the "Facts to Consider About the Location" section.

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 product is certifield to comply with a maximum weighted
average of 0.25% lead content as required in some areas.

MODEL

NUMBER

153.326364

153.326266

TANK

CAPACITY

IN GALLONS

(LITERS)

30 (114)

38(144)

DIMENSIONS

IN INCHES (mm)

DIA. HEIGHT

22 (559) 30 (762)

23 (584) 31.5 (800)

RECOVERY RATE

GALS.PER HOUR

@90°F Rise

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, 1102 Q Street, Suite 5100, Sacramento, CA

95814. Instructions can also be downloaded to your computer
at www.dsa.dgs.ca.gov/Pubs.

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.

17.3

25.0

17.3

25.0

ELEMENT

WATTAGE

@240 VOLTS

UPPER LOWER

3800 3800
3800 5500
3800 3800
3800 5500

MINIMUM

WIRE SIZE*

(GAUGE)

12
10
12
10

MAXIMUM FUSE

OR CIRCUIT

BREAKER

SIZE(AMPS!

2O
3O
2O
3O

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.

Materials Needed

To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these materials,
depending on your type of installation.

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"

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 _L. _ Ill}
Garden Hose

Drill
Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape

DRILL

SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER

ROLL OF TEFLON TAPE (USE ON

WATER CONNECTIONS) PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

PIPE DOPE (SQUEEZE TUBE)

USE FOR WATER CONNECTIONS

METAL DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE
IN 20" DIAMETER FOR WATER

HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 18"
OR LESS AND IN 24" DIAMETER

FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A
DIAMETER OF 22" OR LESS.

Additional Tools Needed When Sweat

Soldering

Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

Propane Torch
Soft Solder

Solder Flux
Emery Cloth

Wire Brushes

TUBING CUTTER

HACKSAW

\

ROLLOF

EMERY CLOTH

ROLLOF

LEAD-FREE

SOFTSOLDER

i

B

SOLDER

FLUX

GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE PIPE WRENCH

PROPANE

TORCH

3/4" (19 mm)WIRE BRUSH

1/2" (13 mm)WIRE BRUSH

Removing the Old Water Heater

FIGURE 1.

Q Turn "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater.

• Burn hazard

• Hotwater discharge.

• Keep hands clear of drain

valve discharge.

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 f ow s d rected away from any person.

Q Check again to make sure the electrical supply isturned "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 2.

Q urn "OFF" the water supply to the water heater at the water

shut-off valve or water meter.

FIGURE 3.

a put

Attach hose to the water heater drain valve and 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 4.

FIGURE 5.

If you have copper piping to the water heater, the two

a.

copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw

approximately four inches away from where they connect
to the water heater. This wilt 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.

FIGURE 6.

b.

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.

fromsomeplumbingwholesalersandretailers,anddetectand

reacttoleakageinvariousways:

• 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 inthe drain pan that turn off the water supply
to the entire home when water is detected in the drain pan.

FIGURE 7.

Mineral Buildup or Sediment MayAccumulate

• This causes the water heater to become
much heavier than normal.

• If spilled, could causestaining.

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 must be located and/or protected so it is not subject to physical
staining, damage by a moving vehicle.

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 welt as all water heaters, wilt eventually leak.
Do not install without adequate drainage provisions so water
flow will not cause damage.

• 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.

Installations in Residential Garages

• Water heater must be located in a
protective area.

INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water heater

• 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 toss 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 tofollow these

instructions can result in fire, serious personal injury, or death.

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 wilt not cause

damage to the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided,
a suitable metal drain pan should be installed under the water

heater. Drain pans are available at your local Sears stores. Such
drain pans 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 inproperty 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

• 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__Qobtain new warning and instruction labels for placement

on the blanket directly over the existing labels.

Facts to Consider About the
Convertible Lower Element

The Upper Element (if a double element model)is a conventional

3800 watt element which only operates at its rated wattage on

240 volts. (See rating plate on the 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, you do not understand

any portion, call 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.

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended
to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which
wilt satisfy 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 acertain 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.

See Figure 8 for mixing valve usage.

Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, make sure that the
(1)power supply is 240 volts, (2) the wiring is 10 gauge AWG
@ Type TW, 60°C or equivalent, and (3) the circuit 5reakers
or fusing are capable of 30 amp loading. Also, the installation
must conform w=th this manual local codes and electric utility
rules. Failure to comply can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

WATER HEATER 932N

ELECTRIC @ LISTED

MODEL NUMBER U.S. GAL. SERIAL NUMBER

FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH

UPPER LOWER CHECK HERE WORKING

ELEMENT ELEMENT MAXIMUM VOLTS IF INSTALLED AS PRESSURE

WATTS WATTS WATTS A.C. ONLY FACTORY EQUIPPED P.S.L

OPTIONAL WATTAGE

UPPER LOWER

ELEMENT ELEMENT MAXIMUM CHECK HERE

WATTS WATTS WATTS IF CONVERTED

CAPACITY

MAXIMUM

WARNING

SEE CONVERSION

INSTRUCTION

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.

Water Piping

f

HOT WATER

OUTLET

TEMPEREC_I_

WATER

WATER HEATER

*MIXING OUTLET ON

VALVE WATER HEATER

FROM HOT WATER

FIGURE 8.

The water supply pressure should not exceed 80 psi. If this
occurs, a pressure reducing valve with a bypass should be

installed in the cold water inlet line. This should be placed on
the supply to the entire house in order to maintain equal hot and

cold water pressures.

Figure 9 shows the attachment of the water piping to the water

heater. The water heater isequipped with 3/4" water connections.

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.

COLD

WATER

INLET

INLET ON

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

NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter

before attaching the adapter to the water inlet connection.

Do not solder the water supply lines 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.

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