Draining; Drain Valve Washer Replacement; Service - Kenmore 153.33385 Owner's Manual

6. CLOSE the drain valve.
7. Follow instructions in the "Filling The Water Heater" section.
8. Follow the lighting instructions on the label or "Operating
Instructions" to restart the water heater.

DRAIN VALVE WASHER REPLACEMENT

(See Figure 29)
1. Follow "Draining" instructions.
2. Turning counterclockwise (
screw handle.
3. Remove the washer and put the new one in place.
4. Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve
and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
5. Follow instructions in the "Filling The Water Heater" section.
6. Check for leaks.
), remove the hex cap below the

SERVICE

Before calling for repair service, read the Start Up Conditions and Operational
Conditions found in the Troubleshooting Guide of this manual.
If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the
water heater, let the Sears Service Center check it out.
Contact Sears Service Center at:
1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663).
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FIGURE 29.