For potable water heating only
not suitable for space heating (32 pages)
Summary of Contents for Kenmore 153.586320
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Use & Care Guide Model No. 153.586320 30 Gallon Tall 153.586310 28 Gallon Short 153.586400 40 Gallon Tall 153.586500 50 Gallon Tall 153.586510 50 Gallon Medium 153.586410 40 Gallon Medium LOW LEAD CONTENT Kenmore ® Electric Water Heater For potable water heating only.
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.
• 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.
INTRODUCTION Thank You for purchasing a Kenmore water heater. Properly • The installation must conform with the instructions in this manual; electric company rules; and Local Codes, or in installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free the absence of Local Codes, with the current edition of the service.
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”...
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.
• Sensors mounted in the metal 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.
Water Piping meter with a check valve, etc... in the cold water supply; means must be provided to control thermal expansion. Contact the local utility or Sears Service Center on how to control this situation . NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter before attaching the adapter to the water inlet connection.
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Explosion Harzard This heater is provided with a properly certifi ed combination temperature - pressure relief valve by the manufacturer. The valve is certifi ed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment of materials as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 •...
drain unless a 6 inch (153 mm) air gap is provided. To prevent 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...
Wiring • The length in any ground return path does not exceed 6 feet (1.82 m). • The circuit conductors contained therein are protected You must provide all wiring of the proper size outside of the by overcurrent devices rated at 20 amperes or less. water heater.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT Temperature Regulation The lower thermostat is factory set at a position which approximates 120°F (49°C), and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding. HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water.
The upper and lower thermostats are adjustable if a different years and annually thereafter until the condition of the anode rod dictates its replacement. NOTE: Artifi cially softened water water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in the requires the anode rod to be inspected annually. Temperature-Regulation section before proceeding.
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation Draining and Flushing The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year. The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures. Also, periodic draining and cleaning of sediment from the tank may be necessary. The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year.
Thermostat Removal/Replacement 9. Replace the insulation to cover the thermostat. 10. Replace access panel, then turn the electric power on. Element Cleaning/Replacement NOTE: These instructions are written for element cleaning and element replacement for the lower element. If it is necessary to clean or replace the upper element, then repeat these instructions.
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FIGURE 25. 8. Clean the area around the element opening. Remove any sediment from or around the element opening, inside the tank. The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are tight and 9.
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.
Service • Follow Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Installation Instructions section. Before calling for repair service, read the Start Up Conditions and Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting section • Check for leaks. of this manual. • Turn “ON” electric power to the water heater. If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the water heater, let a qualifi...
TROUBLESHOOTING Start Up Conditions 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).
Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected. By 2. Remove the screw securing the access panel, then remove doing so, all warranty on the water heater tank is voided. the panel. “AIR” IN HOT WATER FAUCETS 3. Fold the insulation back to expose the thermostat. 4.
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”...
REPAIR PARTS LIST KENMORE 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153.586320 30 Gallon 153.586310 30 gallon 153.586400 40 Gallon 153.586500 50 Gallon NOTE:A UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed 4500 watt elements. LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed 4500 watt elements.
REPAIR PARTS LIST KENMORE 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153.586510 50 Gallon Medium 153.586410 40 Gallon Medium NOTE:A UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed 4500 watt elements. LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed 4500 watt elements.