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Use & Care Guide
Model No.
153.586320
30 Gallon Tall
153.586311
28 Gallon Short
153.586401
40 Gallon Tall
153.586501
50 Gallon Tall
153.586511
50 Gallon Medium
153.586411
40 Gallon Medium
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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P/N 100288150_2000545913_Rev. A (0617)
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- Page 1 Use & Care Guide Model No. 153.586320 30 Gallon Tall 153.586311 28 Gallon Short 153.586401 40 Gallon Tall 153.586501 50 Gallon Tall 153.586511 50 Gallon Medium 153.586411 40 Gallon Medium LOW LEAD CONTENT Kenmore ® Electric Water Heater For potable water heating only.
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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
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE............................2 GENERAL SAFETY..................................... 3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..................................4 PRODUCT WARRANTY ..................................5 INTRODUCTION ....................................6 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................................6 MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED ............................7 Materials Needed ..................................7 Basic Tools ....................................7 Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering ......................... -
Page 5: Product Warranty
Fast help by phone – phone support from a service agent on all products to help trouble-shoot problems. Think of us as a “talking owner’s manual.” Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore • Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power Elite®... -
Page 6: Introduction
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. -
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 METAL DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN IN 20”... -
Page 8: 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 fl ow is directed away from any person. 4. -
Page 9: Facts To Consider About The Location
• 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. -
Page 10: Water Piping
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. -
Page 11: Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve
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 •... -
Page 12: Filling The Water Heater
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... -
Page 13: Wiring
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. -
Page 14: Wiring Diagrams
Wiring Diagram STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON-SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT FIGURE 12. -
Page 15: Service And Adjustment
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. -
Page 16: Anode Rod Inspection
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. -
Page 17: Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation
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. -
Page 18: Thermostat Removal/Replacement
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. - Page 19 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.
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Page 20: Drain Valve Washer Replacement
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. -
Page 21: Service
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... -
Page 22: Start Up Conditions
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). -
Page 23: Air" In Hot Water Faucets
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. -
Page 24: 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 25: Repair Parts List
REPAIR PARTS LIST KENMORE 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153.586320 30 Gallon 153.586311 30 gallon 153.586401 40 Gallon 153.586501 50 Gallon Model No. 153.586320 153.586311 153.586401 153.586501 Part Description Drain Valve 100158121 100158121 100158121 100158121 Element Gasket 100108379 100108379... - Page 26 REPAIR PARTS LIST KENMORE 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153.586511 50 Gallon Medium 153.586411 40 Gallon Medium Model No. 153.586511 153.586411 Part Description Drain Valve 9009060 9009060 9000308 9000308 Element Gasket Element Gasket 9000308 9000308 Heat Trap Nipple 9003936...
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Page 27: Notes
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