Kenmore 153.313340 Owner's Manual page 18

9. Ifyou arecleaning theelement youhave removed, dosoby
scraping o rsoaking i nvinegar or a deoliming solution.
Fire Hazard and
Electric Shock Hazard
" Do not use this water heater with any
voltage other than shown on the model
rating plate
" Failure to use the correct voltage shown
on the model rating plate could result in
death, serious bodily injury, or property
damage
Replacement elements must (1) be the same voltage and (2)
no greater wattage than listed on the model rating plate affixed
to the water heater.
10. A new gasket should be used in all cases to prevent a
possible water leak. (See Element Gasket in the "Parts
Order List" Chart). Place the new element gasket on the
thread side of the cleaned or new element and screw into
tank, securing tightly using an element wrench.
11. Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to
the right (clockwise). The drain valve is on the lower front of
the water heater.
12. Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater.
NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open when the
water heater is in use.
13. To insure complete filling of the tank, allow air to exit by
opening the nearest hot water faucet. Allow water to run
until a constant flow is obtained. This will let air out of the
water heater and the piping.
Improper ins_Hation and use may resuRt
in property damage.
Do not operate water heater ifflood damaged.
Inspect and replace anode.
Install in location with drainage.
Fill tank with water before operation,
Be alert for thermal expansion.
Refer to instruction manual for installation and service
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 filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water
faucet before turning 'ON" power.
14. Check element for water leaks. If leakage occurs, tighten
element or repeat steps 2 and 3, remove element and
reposition gasket. Then repeat steps 10 through 14.
15. Reconnect the two wires to the element and then check to
make sure the thermostat remains firmly against the
surface of the tank.
16. Replace terminal cover on thermostat.
17. Replace the insulation block so that it completely covers
the thermostat and element.
18, Replace access panel.
19, Turn 'ON" electric power to water heater.
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