Drain Valve Washer Replacement - Kenmore 153.586320 Use & Care Manual

Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water.
To prevent damage to the tank and heating element, the tank
must be fi lled with water. Water must fl ow from the hot water
faucet before turning "ON" power.
14. Check element for water leaks. If leakage occurs, tighten
element or repeat steps 2 and 3, remove element and
reposition gasket. Then repeat steps 10 through 14.
15. Reconnect the two wires to the element and then check to
make sure the thermostat remains fi rmly against the surface
of the tank.
FIGURE 27.
16. Replace terminal cover on thermostat making sure that the
locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place.
FIGURE 28.
17. Replace the insulation so that it completely covers the
thermostat and element.
18. Replace access panel.
19. Turn "ON" electric power to water heater.

Drain Valve Washer Replacement

NOTE: For replacement, use a 17/32" x 13/64" x 1/8" thick
washer available at your nearest hardware store. For
ordering a replacement washer, refer to the Repair Parts
List section.
• Before beginning turn "OFF" the electrical power supply to
the water heater.
• Follow Draining instructions. See Draining section.
• Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the
screw handle.
• Remove the washer and put the new one in place.
• Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve
and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
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FIGURE 29.
FIGURE 30.