Diagnostic Code Chart: Energy Saver Module (Esm) - Kenmore 153.582400 Use & Care Manual

Diagnostic Code Chart: Energy Saver Module (ESM)

Refer to the table below and on the following page.
IMPORTANT: Before attempting to adjust the thermostat, read the
"Water Temperature Regulation" section on page 17.
The Electronic Thermostat (ET) is designed so that it may control
the water heater without the Energy Saver Module (ESM) being
operated. See page 19.
If the instructions are not clear, contact a qualifi ed service technician.
(ESM) ERROR CODE
E01
with an alert Icon flashing.
E02
with an alert Icon flashing.
E03
with an alert Icon flashing.
E04
with an alert Icon flashing.
E05
with an alert Icon flashing.
E06
with an alert Icon flashing.
E07
with an alert Icon flashing.
E08
with an alert Icon flashing.
INDICATES
Dry-fire, electrical power on with the tank not
completely full of water.
Water temperature exceeded high limit.
Upper thermistor sensor failure.
Note: Upper thermistor sensor is part of
the Electronic Thermostat (ET).
Upper element circuit failure.
(Note: Lower element is still operable)
Lower element circuit failure.
(Note: Upper element is still operable)
Electronic Thermostat (ET) failure
(Internal processor).
Lower thermistor sensor failure.
Energy Saver Module (ESM)
failure.
ENERGY
SAVER
ERROR CODE
CORRECTIVE ACTION*
1. Turn off electrical power at breaker, add water.
2. Turn on electrical power at breaker.
3. See "Water Heater Start-Up" on page 17.
1. Turn off electrical power at the breaker.
2. Press the reset button (see Figure 15, page 19).
3. Turn on electrical power at breaker.
4. If error returns call a service technician for assistance.
1. Turn off electrical power at the breaker.
2. Replace Electronic Thermostat (ET).
3. Turn on electrical power at breaker.
1. Turn off electrical power at the breaker.
2. Check upper element circuit for resistance of 5-25 ohms (replace
if required).
3. Check wires at elements and Electronic Thermostat (ET) for
damage. If this 4 flashes condition continues, replace Electronic
Thermostat (ET).
4. Turn on electrical power at breaker.
1. Turn off electrical power at the breaker.
2. Check lower element circuit for resistance of 5-25 ohms (replace
if required).
3. Check wires at elements and Electronic Thermostat (ET) for
damage. If this 5 flashes condition continues, replace Electronic
Thermostat (ET).
4. Turn on electrical power at breaker.
1. Turn off electrical power at the breaker. Now turn on electrical
power to see if error clears. If error has not cleared, replace
Electronic Thermostat (ET).
2. Turn on electrical power at breaker.
1. Turn off electrical power at the breaker.
2. Check electrical connections at Electronic Thermostat (ET).
3. Replace Lower Thermistor Sensor.
4. Turn on electrical power at breaker.
1. Turn off electrical power.
2. Check wires at the interface module for damage.
3. If this 8 flashes condition continues, replace module (ESM).
4. See "Overriding The Energy Saver Module (ESM)" on page 19.
Unplug the Electronic Thermostat (ET) as described. NOTE: the
Electronic Thermostat (ET) will continue to be operate; hot water
will still be available. Set point on ET may need to be adjusted to
match ESM set point.
5. Turn on electrical power at breaker.
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STANDARD VACATION REMOTE
ACCESS
ALERT ICON
ALERT
°F/°C
FIGURE 23