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Owner's Manual
POWER MISER™ 6
ELECTRIC
WATER HEATER
FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.
NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
• Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Service Parts List
GAMA certification applies to all residential electric water heaters
with capacities of 20 to 120 Gallons. Input rating of 12kW or
less at a voltage no greater than 250V.
PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. 1105
PDF processed with CutePDF evaluation edition
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A
184732-000
MODEL NO.
153.326160
153.326161
153.326262
153.326263
www.sears.com
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30 Gallon Short
30 Gallon Short
38 Gallon Short
38 Gallon Short
PART NO. 184732-002

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  • Page 1 20 to 120 Gallons. Input rating of 12kW or less at a voltage no greater than 250V. SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A www.sears.com PRINTED IN THE U.S.A. 1105 PART NO.

  • Page 2: Safe Installation, Use And Service

    IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS • Sears Service Center: The Sears Service Center has the ability equivalent to a licensed tradesman in the fields of plumbing and electrical work including a thorough understanding of the requirements of the National Electrical Code as it relates to the installation of electric water heaters.

  • Page 3: General Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

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

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Sears Service Center available from your local government or public library or or any Sears store. They will arrange for prompt, quality electric company or by writing Underwriters Laboratories Inc., installation by Sears authorized contractors.

  • Page 6: 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. EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 20”...

  • Page 7: Installation Instructions

    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 flow is directed away from any person. 4.

  • Page 8: Facts To Consider About The Location

    The Upper Element (if a double element model) is a conventional Drain pans are available at your local Sears stores. Such drain 3800 watt element which only operates at its rated wattage on pans must be piped to an adequate drain.

  • Page 9: Water Piping

    Contact the local utility or Sears Service Center on how to control this situation. Water Piping NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter before attaching the adapter to the water inlet connection.

  • Page 10: T & P Valve And Pipe Insulation

    NOTE: To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and cold water fittings, it is strongly recommended that di- electric unions or couplings be installed on this water heater when connected to copper pipe. 1. Look at the top cover of the water heater. The hot water outlet is marked hot.

  • Page 11: Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve- Optional Location

    is made with any live electrical part. The discharge opening must not be blocked or reduced in size under any circumstances. Excessive length, over 30 feet (9.14 m), or use of more than four elbows can cause restriction and reduce the discharge capacity of the valve.

  • Page 12: Filling 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. After reading these instructions and this manual, if you do not understand any portion call Sears Service Center. FIGURE 11.
  • Page 13 Necessary element conversion parts are located in a small bag Lower Element: Lift out the tab as shown to unclip the contained within the electrical junction box on top of the water terminal cover from the thermostat. The terminal cover can heater.

  • Page 14: Wiring

    11. Replace the access panel. Tighten terminals 2 and 3 to ensure proper electrical connection. FIGURE 21. 12. Complete wiring to the water heater, or if completed, turn “ON” electric power to the water heater after filling the tank with water. Failure to tighten terminal screws can cause a fire which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
  • Page 15 Contact are connecting the water heater to a power supply your Sears salesperson to arrange for a professional electrician. that has a “Time Clock” or “Off Peak” meter. To make these connections refer to block 1 or 2 in this wiring 1.

  • Page 16: Wiring Diagrams

    Wiring Diagrams STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON-SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT FIGURE 24. WIRING FOR 3 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON-SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT *NOTE: Some lower Hi-Temp Limit Switches may have 4 terminals. Use only the 2 terminals on left.

  • Page 17: Service And Adjustment

    SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT Temperature Regulation The lower thermostat is factory set at HOT, 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. ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT (3 WIRE LEAD MODELS)

  • Page 18: Anode Rod Inspection

    Your water heater may have a check valve installed in the water line or a water meter with a check valve. Consult your local Sears Service Center for further information. Do not plug the temperature-pressure relief valve. The anode rod is used to protect the tank from corrosion. Most hot water tanks are equipped with an anode rod.

  • Page 19: Thermostat Removal/Replacement

    The water heater should be drained if being shut down during 1. Turn “OFF” the electrical power to the water heater at the freezing temperatures. Also, periodic draining and cleaning of junction box. sediment from the tank may be necessary. 2.
  • Page 20 4. Remove the two screws securing the access panel, and remove panel. FIGURE 33. 5. Remove the insulation cap with handle. 1. Before beginning turn “OFF” the electric power supply to the water heater. FIGURE 30. 2. Turn off the water supply to the water heater at the water Shut-off valve or water meter.
  • Page 21 8. Clean the area around the element opening. Remove any Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water. sediment from or around the element opening, inside the To prevent damage to the tank and heating element, the tank tank.

  • Page 22: Drain Valve Washer Replacement

    If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation List” section. of the water heater, let a qualified person check it out. • Before beginning turn “OFF” the electrical power supply to Contact Sears Repair Services at 1-800-4-MY-HOME the water heater. (1-800-469-4663).

  • Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide

    Thermal expansion tanks are available from Sears stores and through the Sears Service Centers. Contact the local plumbing inspector, water supplier and/or the Sears Service FIGURE 43.

  • Page 24: Air" In Hot Water Faucets

    Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced by chlorinating the water heater tank and all hot water lines. Contact the local Sears Service Center concerning this Chlorination Treatment. Chlorination of the tank is not covered by the water heater’s warranty.

  • Page 25: Not Enough Or No Hot Water

    Also examine pipes and faucets for possible water leaks. rated load and should be replaced. 10.If you can not determine the problem, then call the Sears 4. Make certain the disconnect switch, if used, is in the “ON” Service Department.

  • Page 26: Leakage Checkpoints

    If you are not thoroughly familiar with electric codes, the water is wet, follow “Draining” instructions in the “Service and heater, and safety practices, contact your local Sears Service Adjustment” section and then remove fitting. Put pipe dope Center to check the water heater.

  • Page 27: Repair Parts List

    - - - - - - - * These parts are also available at most Sears retail stores. ** Also available at most hardware stores. † Replaced only on return of damaged plate. †† Refer to Wiring Diagram section for verification. #Not illustrated.

  • Page 28: Warranty

    1 - YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY For the first year from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, supply and install new water heater parts for defective ones or a new water heater for one that develops a leak.

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