Kenmore 153.31242 manual HOTTERWATERCANSCALDWaterheatersareintended, Valve and Pipe Insulation

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to producehotwaterWaterheatedto. a temperaturewhich wiltsatisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing,andothersanitizing needscanscaldandpermanentlyinjureyouuponcontactSome. peoplearemorelikelytobepermanentlyinjuredbyhotwater thanothersTheseincludetheelderly,children,theinfirm,or. physically/mentallyhandicappedIfanyoneusinghotwaterin. yourhomefitsintooneofthesegroupsorifthereisalocalcode orstatelawrequiringacertaintemperaturewateratthehotwater tap,thenyoumusttakespecialprecautionsInadditiontousing. thelowestpossibletemperaturesettingthatsatisfiesyourhot waterneeds,ameanssuchasamixingvalveshouldbeusedat thehotwatertapsusedbythesepeopleoratthewaterheater. Mixingvalvesareavailableatplumbingsupplyorhardware storesFollowmanufacturersinstructionsforinstallationofthe.

valvesBeforechangingthefactorysettingonthethermostat,.

readtheTemperature Regulation section in this manual.

See Figure 7 (below) for mixing valve usage.

 

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FIGURE 7.

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. Put two or three turns of teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling and around both ends of the 3/4" threaded nipple. Using flexible connectors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet of the water heater.

2.Look at the top cover of the water heater. The cold water inlet is marked cold. Put two or three turns of teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling and around both ends of the 3/4" threaded nipple. Using flexible connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the cold water inlet of the water heater.

NOTE: Your water heater is insulated to minimize heat loss from the tank. Further reduction in heat loss can be accomplished by insulating the hot water lines from the water heater.

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Figure 8 shows the attachment of the water piping to the water heater. The water heater is equipped with 3/4" water connections.

Ifa water heater is installed in a closed water supply system; such as one having a back-flow preventer, check valve, water 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. Do not solder the water supply lines directly to the cold water inlet. It will harm the dip tube and damage the tank.

DISCHARGE PIPE

(Do not cap or plug)

6 INCH MAXIMUM

AIR GAP

FIGURE 8.

Property Damage Hazard

•Avoid water heater damage.

•Install thermal expansion tank if necessary.

•Do not apply heat to cold water inlet.

•Contact qualified installer or service agency.

T & P Valve and Pipe Insulation

1.Locate the temperature and pressure relief valve on the water heater (also known as a T&P relief valve). See Figure 9.

2.Locate the slit running the length of the T&P relief valve insulation.

3.Spread the slit open and fit the insulation over the T&P relief valve. See Figure 9. Apply gentle pressure to the insulation to ensure that it is fully seated on the T&P Relief Valve. Once seated, secure the insulation with duct tape, electrical tape, or equivalent. IMPORTANT: The insulation and tape must not

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Contents 0Qus Use & Care GuideDeath or injury To avoid possibleInjury or death PotentiallyExplosion Hazard Improper installation and use may result in property damageFire Hazard / Electric Shock Hazard Year Limited Warranty on Water Heater Safe Installation USE and Service General ServiceItisstronglysuggestedthatthisnewwaterheaterbe BySearsauthorizedcontractorsMaterials Needed Additional Tools Needed When Sweat SolderingBasic Tools Removing the Old Water Heater Insulation Blankets MineralBuilduporSedimentMayAccumulateFacts to Consider About the Location Water PipingHOTTERWATERCANSCALDWaterheatersareintended Valve and Pipe InsulationEfLever Temperature-Pressure Relief ValveBeremovedfromitsdesignatedopeningnorplugged Explosion HazardFilling the Water Heater WiringProperty Damage Hazard Wiring Diagram Thermostat Adjustments Temperature RegulationTemperature Settings ThermostatsDraining and Flushing Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve OperationAnode Rod Inspection Burn hazardElement Cleaning/Replacement Thermostat Removal/ReplacementFill tank with water before operation ET,W =1t,i Fire Hazard Electric Shock HazardService Drain Valve Washer ReplacementContact Sears Repair Services at 1-800-4-MY-HOME Start Up Conditions Thermal Expansion Tank SpecificationsExpansion Tank Sizing Chart Operational ConditionsAIR in HOT Water Faucets Water is TOO HOT Improper installation and use may result in property damage Key Model No 153.312420SU-HOGAR For troubleshooting, product manuals and expert adviceLE-FOYER M Call anytime, day or night U.S.A. and Canada

153.31242 specifications

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