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Use & Care Guide
Model No.
153.586420
38 Gallon
Kenmore
Table Top Electric
Water Heater
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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P/N 100267599 (0915)
Sears Brands Management Corporation,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www. kenmore.com
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  • Page 1 Use & Care Guide Model No. 153.586420 38 Gallon LOW LEAD CONTENT Kenmore ® Table Top Electric Water Heater 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.
  • Page 2: Safe Installation, Use And Service

    SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE 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.
  • Page 3: General Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY...
  • Page 4: Warranty

    • Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fl uctuations. Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore® • $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE............................2 GENERAL SAFETY..................................... 3 WARRANTY ......................................4 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................5 INTRODUCTION ....................................6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................................6 MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED ............................7 Materials Needed ..................................7 Basic Tools ....................................7 Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering .........................
  • Page 6: Introduction

    Height SIZE (AMPS) 24 (610) 25 (635) 36 (914) 21.0 4500 153.586420 * 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.
  • Page 7: Materials And Basic Tools Needed

    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 materials, depending on your type of installation. E X PA N S I O N TA N K S F O R T H E R M A L METAL DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN IN 20”...
  • Page 8: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Removing the Old Water Heater 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.
  • Page 9: Facts To Consider About The Location

    INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water heater Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the old must be located and/or protected so it is not subject to physical water heater. This causes the water heater to be much heavier damage by a moving vehicle.
  • Page 10 at the hot water tap, then you must take special precautions. In nipple (See FIGURE 8). Using flexible connectors, connect addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that the cold water pipe to the cold water inlet of the water heater. satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve, NOTE: Your water heater is super insulated to minimize should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or...
  • Page 11: Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

    Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve • Must not be plugged or blocked. • Must be of material listed for hot water distribution. • Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the discharge pipe. Explosion Hazard •...
  • Page 12: Filling The Water Heater

    DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult your Filling the Water Heater electric company. 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 filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning “ON”...
  • Page 13: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring Diagram water heater’s junction box. Connect ground wire to this location. 7. Replace the wiring junction cover using the screw provided. 8. Replace the cabinet top. Put it on the clips, almost to the back, push down and then push back. FRONT OF JUNCTION BOX WATER...
  • Page 14: Service And Adjustment

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT Temperature Regulation Thermostat Settings NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°—140°F (49°-60°C) recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers. Water Time for 1st Time for Permanent Burns Temperature Degree Burn 2nd & 3rd Degree °F (Less Severe Burns) (Most Severe Burns) (normal shower temp.) (pain threshold) 35 minutes...
  • Page 15: Anode Rod Inspection

    Anode Rod Inspection In replacing the anode: Turn off power to the water heater. Shut off the water supply and open a nearby hot water faucet to depressurize the water tank. Drain approximately 5 gallons of water from tank (see “Draining”...
  • Page 16: Draining And Flushing

    Draining and Flushing 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 filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning “ON” power. Thermostat Removal/Replacement 1.
  • Page 17 NOTE: These instructions are written for element cleaning and Remove the two screws at the bottom of the water heater securing the access panel, and remove panel. element replacement for the lower element. If it is necessary to clean or replace the upper element, then repeat these instructions.
  • Page 18 FIGURE 25  16. Replace terminal cover on thermostat making sure that the locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place. Replacement elements must (1) be the same voltage and (2) no greater wattage than listed on the model rating plate affixed to the water heater.
  • Page 19: Drain Valve Washer Replacement

    Drain Valve Washer Replacement • Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. • Follow “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the • “Installation Instructions” section. • Check for leaks. •...
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting Guide

    TROUBLESHOOTING Start Up Conditions THERMAL EXPANSION Water supply systems may, because of such events as high line pressure, frequent cut-offs, the effects of water hammer among others, have installed devices such as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back flow preventers, etc...to control these types of problems.
  • Page 21: Air" In Hot Water Faucets

    material, and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all hot Remove the insulation block to expose the terminal cover. water lines. Contact the local Sears Service Center for further Reset the high limit by pushing in the red button marked information concerning an Anode Replacement Kit #9001453 “RESET”.
  • Page 22: Leakage Checkpoints

    LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS 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. The water must fl ow from the hot water faucet before turning “ON”...
  • Page 23: Repair Parts List

    REPAIR PARTS LIST KENMORE ® TABLE TOP ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153.586420 38 Gallon Model No. Key No. Part Description 153.586420 Upper Terminal Cover 9002438015 Lower Terminal Cover 9002276015 Upper Thermostat 9001954015 Lower Thermostat 9000507015 Upper Element 9000095015 Lower Element...

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