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Use & Care Guide
Model No.
153.582400
40 Gallon Tall
153.582500
50 Gallon Tall
Kenmore
Electric
Water Heater
For potable water heating only.
Not suitable for space heating.
INSTALLER: Affi x these instructions to or near
the water heater.
OWNER: Retain these instructions for future
reference.
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- Page 1 Use & Care Guide Model No. 153.582400 40 Gallon Tall 153.582500 50 Gallon Tall LOW LEAD CONTENT Kenmore ® Electric Water Heater For potable water heating only. Not suitable for space heating. INSTALLER: Affi x these instructions to or near the water heater.
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Page 2: 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: Table Of Contents
Filling the Water Heater .................................. 13 Wiring Diagram ....................................14 Installation Checklist ..................................15 HOME AUTOMATION (OPTIONAL) ................................16 Kenmore Assurelink™ Wi-Fi Module (when available, sold separately) ..................16 OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER ................................. 17 Water Heater Start-Up ..................................17 Safety Shut-Off ....................................17 Water Temperature Regulation .............................. -
Page 5: Product 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 6: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing a Kenmore water heater. Properly • If after reading this manual you have any questions or do installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble not understand any portion of the instructions, call the Sears Service Center. -
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 S U I T A B L E D R A I N P A N S... -
Page 8: Removing The Old Water Heater
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Removing the Old Water Heater 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 fl ow is directed away from any person. 4. -
Page 9: Wiring
• Sensors mounted in the drain pan that turn off the 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. - Page 10 • The water heater and electrical supply are properly When you are fi nished, you will have THREE red wires under grounded. one wire nut (depending on the actual color of your home’s electric wiring). • Always reference the wiring diagram for the correct electrical connection.
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Page 11: Water Piping
Water Piping Water supply pressure should be around 50 to 60 psi and should not exceed 80 psi. If this occurs, a pressure reducing valve 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. -
Page 12: Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve
Install a discharge line from the temperature and Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve pressure relief valve in the opening marked “T & P RELIEF VALVE”. Install as specifi ed under “Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve”. After piping has been properly connected to the Explosion Harzard water heater, open the nearest hot water faucet. -
Page 13: Filling The Water Heater
Filling the Water Heater bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must be allowed to discharge water in quantities should circumstances demand. If the discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other suitable means, the water fl ow may cause property damage. -
Page 14: Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram FUSED DISCONNECT OR CIRCUIT BREAKER JUNCTION BOX COVER BLACK ASSURELINK ACCESSORY PORT ELECTRONIC THERMOSTAT (ET) YELLOW UPPER BRANCH CIRCUIT SIZING GUIDE ELEMENT Based on N.E.C. NFPA NO. 70 - 1999 Copper Wire Size Recommend TEMPERATURE AWG Based on Over Current SENSOR WATT... -
Page 15: Installation Checklist
Installation Checklist WATER HEATER LOCATION: WATER SYSTEM PIPING □ Centrally located with the water piping system. □ Temperature and pressure relief valve properly installed with a discharge pipe run to an adequate drain and protected □ The fl ooring beneath the water heater must be able to from freezing. -
Page 16: Home Automation (Optional)
The Assurelink™ Wi-Fi module and Assurelink™ gateway are monitor and control via Wi-Fi. To get started, all you need is your products that, when available, are sold separately. Kenmore Assurelink™ Wi-Fi Module and Assurelink™ Gateway and a smartphone, tablet or computer. -
Page 17: Operating Your Water Heater
OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER Water Heater Start-Up Water Temperature Regulation Carefully read and understand “Water Temperature Regulation.” If the instructions are not clear, contact a qualifi ed service technician. Make sure the water heater has been properly installed. See the “Installation Instructions” section. Completely fi... -
Page 18: Modes And Adjustments
Modes and Adjustments OPERATING MODE DESCRIPTIONS WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT The operating modes can be changed by touching the desired IMPORTANT: Before attempting to adjust the thermostat, read mode icon on the Energy Saver Module. (See below.) the “Water Temperature Regulation” section. If the instructions are not clear, contact a qualifi... -
Page 19: The Electronic Thermostat
The Electronic Thermostat IMPORTANT: The Energy Saver Module (ESM) must be Electrical Shock Hazard removed before attempting to access the thermostat. NOTE: for the Electronic Thermostat (ET) changes to remain in effect the Do not remove the plastic Energy Saver Module (ESM) must not be reconnected, also read guard from over wiring. -
Page 20: Service And Adjustment
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT If you lack the necessary skills required to service this water heater properly, or if you have diffi culty following the instructions, you should not proceed. Have a qualifi ed service technician perform the maintenance of this water heater. Anode Rod Inspection FIGURE 17 Follow these steps to replace the anode:... -
Page 21: Draining And Flushing
5. Open the water heater drain valve and allow all of the water to drain from the tank. Flush the tank with water as needed to remove sediment. 6. Close the drain valve, refi ll the tank, and restart the heater as directed in this manual. -
Page 22: Service
11. Reconnect the electric power to the water heater. ELEMENT WIRING CONNECTION LOWER 12. Turn on the electrical power to the water heater. THERMISTOR NOTE: The water heater will conduct a system diagnostic SENSOR prior to operation. WIRES GROUND ELEMENT AND LOWER THERMISTOR SENSOR WIRE (GREEN) ELEMENT... -
Page 23: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING Start Up Conditions CLOSED SYSTEM/THERMAL EXPANSION As water is heated, it expands (thermal expansion). In a closed system, the volume of water will increase. As the volume of water increases, there will be a corresponding increase in water pressure due to thermal expansion. Thermal expansion can cause premature tank failure (leakage). -
Page 24: Air" In Hot Water Faucets
HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater The water heater has a high limit shut off system with a reset models by replacing the anode rod (s) with one of less active button located on the thermostat. -
Page 25: Not Enough Or No Hot Water
NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER WATER IS TOO HOT In a new installation, the water heater may not be properly Adjust the thermostat to a lower setting. See the “Temperature connected. Make sure the cold water supply valve is open. Regulation”... -
Page 26: Diagnostic Code Chart: Energy Saver Module (Esm)
Diagnostic Code Chart: Energy Saver Module (ESM) Refer to the table below and on the following page. ENERGY STANDARD VACATION REMOTE SAVER ACCESS IMPORTANT: Before attempting to adjust the thermostat, read the “Water Temperature Regulation” section on page 17. ERROR CODE The Electronic Thermostat (ET) is designed so that it may control ALERT ICON the water heater without the Energy Saver Module (ESM) being... - Page 27 Electronic Thermostat (ET) error. 1. Turn off electrical power. with an alert Icon flashing. 2. Check wiring at Electronic Thermostat (ET) for damage. 3. Turn on electrical power at breaker. 4. If this code flashes condition continues, replace the Electronic Thermostat (ET).
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Page 28: Diagnostic Code Chart: Electronic Thermostat (Et)
Diagnostic Code Chart: Electronic Thermostat (ET) Refer to the table below and on the following page. SETPOINT KNOB DIAGNOSTIC IMPORTANT: Before attempting to adjust the LED LIGHT thermostat, read the “Water Temperature Regulation” section on page 17. The Electronic Thermostat (ET) is designed so Electrical Shock Hazard that it may control the water heater without the Do not remove the plastic... - Page 29 (ESM) (ET) INDICATES CORRECTIVE ACTION* ERROR CODE DIAGNOSTIC LED 6 FLASHES Electronic Thermostat (ET) failure 1. Turn off electrical power at the breaker. Now turn on electrical (Internal processor). power to see if error clears. If error has not cleared, replace Elec- (Red) tronic Thermostat (ET).
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Page 30: Troubleshooting Chart
Troubleshooting Chart PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION* NO HOT WATER 1. High temperature limit shut-down. 1. Refer to “E02” of Diagnostic Code Chart- page 26. 2. Defective sensor. 2. Refer to “E03 or E07” of Diagnostic Code Chart- page 26. 3. -
Page 31: 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 32: Repair Parts List
REPAIR PARTS LIST KENMORE 12 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153.582400 40 Gallon 153.582500 50 Gallon Model No. Part Description 153.582400 153.582500 Energy Saver Module (ESM) w/ Wiring Harness 100263931 100263931 Upper Element 9009129005 9009129005 Element Gasket 9000308005 9000308005 Electronic Thermostat (ET) -
Page 33: Notes
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