Leakage Checkpoints; Heater - Kenmore 153.316050 Use & Care Manual

6 INCH MAXIMUM
AIR GAP
FIGURE 32.
Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many suspected
"Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water
can be found and corrected.
If you are not thoroughly familiar with electric codes, the water
heater, and safety practices, contact your local Sears Service
Center to check the water heater.

LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS

Read this manual first. Then before checking the water heater
make sure the electric supply has been turned "OFF", and
A A
never turn the electric supply "on" before the tank is completely
full of water.
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. The water must flow from the hot water
faucet before turning "ON" power.
A. *Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or
B. Small amounts of water from the temperature-pressure relief
C. *The temperature-pressure relief valve may be leaking at the
D. *The element may be leaking at the tank fitting.
E. Water from drain valve may be due to the valve being opened
F. *The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.
G. Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be
H. *Check anode rod fitting for leak.
Note: Models with optional fitting locations on top, check
for leaks at plugs.
Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or ground seepage
should also be checked.
* To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert
22
pipe connections may be leaking.
valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure
in your area.
tank fitting.
slightly.
from condensation, loose connections or the temperature-
pressure relief valve. DO NOT replace the water heater until
a full inspection of all possible water sources is made and
necessary corrective steps taken.
cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting. If cotton
is wet, follow "Draining" instructions in the "Service and
Maintenance" section and then remove fitting. Put pipe
dope or teflon tape on the threads and replace. Then
follow "Filling the Water Heater" instructions in the
"Installation Instructions" section.