Kenmore 153.31242 manual BySearsauthorizedcontractors

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installedandmaintained,itshouldgiveyouyearsoftroublefree

serviceItisstronglysuggestedthatthisnewwaterheaterbe.

professionallyinstalled,contactthelocalSearsServiceCenteror

anySearsstoreTheywiltarrangeforprompt,qualityinstallation.

bySearsauthorizedcontractors.

Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual:

UL- Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

NEC - National Electrical Code

ANSI-American National Standards Institute

Read the General Safety section, page 3 of this manual first and then the entire manual carefully. If you don'tfollow the safety rules, the water heater will not operate properly. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of this electric water heater. It also contains warnings throughout the manual that you must read and be aware of. All warnings and all instructions are essential to the proper operation of the water heater and your

safety. Since we cannot put everything on the first few pages,

READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.

manual; electric company rules; and Local Codes, or in the absence of Local Codes, with the current edition of the NEC - National Electrical Code, NFPA 70. This publication is available from your local government or public library or electric company or by writing Underwriters Laboratories Inc., 333 Pfingsten Road, Northbrook, IL 60062.

If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not understand any portion of the instructions, call Sears Service Center.

Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water heater. Correct electrical wiring and connections are very

important in preventing death from possible electrical shock and fires.

Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with the Facts to Consider About the Location section.

For California installation, this water heater must be braced, anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an earthquake. See instructions for correct installation procedures.

Instructions may be obtained from California's Office of the State Architect, 1102 Q Street, Suite 5100, Sacramento,

CA 95811. Instructions can also be downloaded to your computer at www.dsa.dgs.ca.gov/Pubs.

Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be installed in accordance with Massachusetts 248-CMR 2.00; State Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00. In the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, this product must be installed by a licensed plumber or gasfitter.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MAXIMUM

 

 

 

DIMENSIONS

IN

 

 

 

FUSE OR

 

 

 

INCHES

(mm)

RECOVERY RATE

ELEMENT

 

CIRCUIT

MODEL

TANK CAPACITY

 

 

 

 

GALS. PER HOUR

WATTAGE

MINIMUM WIRE

BREAKER SIZE

NUMBER

IN GALLONS

DIA.

HEIGHT

@ 90°F RISE

@ 240 VOLTS

SIZE* (GAUGE)

(AMPS)

153.332420

40

20.5

(521)

44.0

(1118)

17.3

3800

12

20

* Wiring size based on standard 60°C copper wire. If distance from fuse box to water heater is more than 90 feet, refer to your local electrical code.

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Contents 0Qus Use & Care GuideDeath or injury To avoid possibleInjury or death Potentially Improper installation and use may result in property damage Explosion Hazard Fire Hazard / Electric Shock Hazard Year Limited Warranty on Water Heater Safe Installation USE and Service General ServiceItisstronglysuggestedthatthisnewwaterheaterbe BySearsauthorizedcontractorsAdditional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering Materials NeededBasic 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 HazardWiring Filling the Water HeaterProperty Damage Hazard Wiring Diagram Thermostat Adjustments Temperature RegulationTemperature Settings ThermostatsDraining and Flushing Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve OperationAnode Rod Inspection Burn hazardThermostat Removal/Replacement Element Cleaning/ReplacementFill tank with water before operation ET,W =1t,i Fire Hazard Electric Shock HazardDrain Valve Washer Replacement ServiceContact 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