Kenmore 153.326761, 153.326561, 153.32686, 153.326361, 153.326461, 153.326661 Leakage Checkpoints

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Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)

Leakage Checkpoints

Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many suspect-

ed "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.

®*Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or pipe connections may be leaking.

®The primary anode rod may be leaking.

© Small amounts of water from temperature-pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure m your area.

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*The temperature-pressure relief valve may be leaking at

 

the tank fitting.

®The elements may be leaking at the tank fitting.

AWARNING

HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing any accesspanelsor servicingthe 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.

Turn electrical power "OFF", remove access panels, insulation block and pad. If leaking around elements, follow proper draining instructions and remove ele- ment. Reposition or replace gasket on element. Place element into opening and tighten securely. Then follow

"Filling the Water Heater" instructions in the "Installation Instructions" section.

®Water from drain valve may be due to the valve being opened slightly.

@*The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.

@*Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may

be 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.

Leakage ftom other appliances, water lines, or ground seepage should also be checked.

NOTE: *To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting. If cotton is wet, follow "Draining" instruc- tions in the "Service and Adjustment" 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.

ACAUTION

Read this manual first, then before checking the water heater make sure the electric supply has been turned "OFF", and never turn the electric supply "ON" before the tank iscompletely full of water.

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Contents Power MISERTM6 Electric Water Heater Safety Precautions OUS BOD LY NJURY,OR Property DamageContents Specifications Customer ResponsibilitiesMaterials and Basic Tools Needed Materials NeededBasic Tools Installation Instructions Removing the Old Water HeaterInstallation Instructions ContdFacts to Consider About the Location Facts to Consider About the Convertible Lower ElementInstallation Instructions contd Water PipingValve 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 Service and Adjustment Temperature RegulationTemperature Settings ThermostatsService Adjustment Temperature-Pressure ReliefDraining OUS Bodily INJURY,OR Property DamageService and Adjustment contd Element Cleaning ReplacementTerminal Cover on Upper Thermostat Drain Valve Washer Replacement ServiceAnode Rod Inspection Start Up Conditions Thermal ExpansionStrange Sounds High Temperature Shut OFF System Smelly WaterRumbling Noise AIR in HOT Water FaucetsTroubleshooting Guide contd Not Enough or no HOT WaterWater 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