Converting The Lower Element; Wiring - Kenmore 32154 - Power Miser 12 Owner's Manual

the Lower Element
These instructions only cover the conversion of the convertible
element, read this entire manual before attempting to install
or operate the water heater• The water heater is factory set to
operate at 3800 watts• The lower element can be converted to
operate at 5500 watts• Refer to "Facts to Consider About the
Convertible Lower Element" section.
The Upper Element, (if 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.
If after reading these instructions and this manual, if 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.
Necessary element conversion parts are located in a small bag
contained within the electrical junction box on top of the water
heater•
CONVERSION PARTS
BUSS BAR
FIGURE 12.
1. Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric power
supply to the water heater.
FIGURE 13.
2. The convertible element is located behind the lower access
panel of the water heater. Remove the two screws securing
the access panel, and remove panel.
Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, check the (1) power
supply.., must be 240 volts, (2) wiring . . . 10 gauge AWG @
Type TW, 60°C or equivalent, and (3) Circuit breakers or fusing.
• .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•
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•
ELECTRIC O LISTED
WATER HEATER 9_2N
CAPACITY
MODEL NUMBER U.S. GAL. SERIAL NUMBER
FACTORY EQUIPPED WITH
MAXIMUM
UPPER LOWER CHECK HERE WORKING
ELEMENT ELEMENT MAXIMUM VOLTS IF INSTALLEDAS PRESSURE
WATTS WATTS WATTS A.C. ONLY FACTORY EQUIPPED PS,L
OPTIONAL WATTAGE
UPPER LOWER
ELEMENT ELEMENT MAXIMUM CHECK HERE
WATTS WATTS WATTS _F CONVERTED
WARNING
SEE CONVERSION
INST R UCT_ON
FIGURE 11.
FIGURE 14.
Remove the insulation cap with handle to expose the
terminal cover•
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FIGURE 1S.
4. Lower Element: Lift out the tab as shown to unclip the terminal
cover from the thermostat. The terminal cover can now be
removed from the thermostat.