Kenmore 153.326861, 153.326761, 153.326561 Filling the Water Heater, Converting the Lower Element

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Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Filling the Water Heater

"Ib fill the water heater with water:

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.

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.

%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.

ACAUTION

Never use this water heater unlessit is completely full of water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating ele- ment, the tank must be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" power.

Check all new water piping for leaks. Repair as needed.

Converting the Lower

Element

These instructions only cover the conversion of the convertible element, read this entire manual before attempting to install or operate the water heater. The water heater is factory set to oper-

ate at 3800 watts. The lower element can be converted to oper- ate at 5500 watts. Refer to the "Facts to Consider About the

Location" section.

The Upper Element, (if a double element model) is a conven-

tional 3800 watt element which only operates at its rated wattage on 240 volts. (See rating plate on water heater).

The Lower Element of the water heater can be converted from

operation at 3800 watts to 5500 watts on a 240 volt system.

If after reading these instructions and this manual, if you do not understand any portion, call Sears Service Center.

AWARNING

Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, check the

(I)power supply...must be 240 volts, (2) wiring...10 gauge AWG, Type TW, 60°C or equivalent, and (3) Circuit breakers or fusing...capable of 30 amp loading. Also, the installation must conform with this Manual, local codes

and electric utility rules. FAILURE TO COMPLY CAN RESULT IN DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR

PROPERTY DAMAGE.

NOTE: Whether or not the element conversion is made the model rating plate must be marked. Using a hard point ink pen, check the appropriate block within the model rating plate, which is located adjacent to the lower access panel.

Necessary element conversion parts are located in a small bag

contained within the electrical junction box on top of the water heater.

CONVERSION PARTS

BUSS BAR

1.Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric power supply to the water heater.

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AWARNING

HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make

sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned

"OFF". FAILURE TO DO THIS COULD RESULT IN

DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

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Contents Power MISERTM6 Electric Water Heater Safety Precautions OUS BOD LY NJURY,OR Property DamageContents Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesMaterials Needed Materials and Basic Tools NeededBasic Tools Installation Instructions Removing the Old Water HeaterFacts to Consider About the Location Installation InstructionsContd Facts to Consider About the Convertible Lower ElementWater Piping Installation Instructions contdValve and Pipe Insulation Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Filling the Water Heater Converting the Lower ElementConverting the Lower Element contd JAeKETliReplace the access panel Wiring Diagrams Lower Heating ElementWiring Water Heaters Equipped for ONE VoltageInstallation Checklist Temperature Settings Service and AdjustmentTemperature Regulation ThermostatsDraining Service AdjustmentTemperature-Pressure Relief OUS Bodily INJURY,OR Property DamageService and Adjustment contd Element Cleaning ReplacementTerminal Cover on Upper Thermostat Service Drain Valve Washer ReplacementAnode Rod Inspection Thermal Expansion Start Up ConditionsStrange Sounds Rumbling Noise High Temperature Shut OFF SystemSmelly Water AIR in HOT Water FaucetsNot Enough or no HOT Water Troubleshooting Guide contdWater is TOO HOT Leakage Checkpoints Page Parts Order List Model NumbersParts Order List contd 153.31635430 Gal 153.31635530 Gal 153.31645440 Gal 9000309 153.326860 50 Gal. Short 153.326861 50 Gal. Short Kenmorepowermiser TM 6 Electric Waterheaters Model Numbers Full ONE YFR Warranty on Water Heafer Master Protection Agreements