Kenmore 153.326265, 153.326264, 153.326163 Filling the Water Heater, Converting the Lower Element

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Filling the Water Heater

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. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning “ON” power.

To fill the water heater with water:

1.Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to the right (clockwise). The drain valve is located on the lower front of the water heater.

2.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.

3.To 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.

4.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 operate at 3800 watts. The lower element can be converted to operate at 5500 watts. Refer to “Facts to Consider About the Convertible Lower Element” section.

The Upper Element, (if double element model) is a conventional 3800 watt element which only operates at its rated wattage on 240 volts. (See rating plate on the 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.

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

Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, check the (1) 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.

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Contents Power Miser Electric Water Heater Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.ASafe INSTALLATION, USE and Service General Safety Table of Contents Product Specifications IntroductionAdditional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering Materials and Basic Tools NeededMaterials Needed Basic ToolsInstallation Instructions Removing the Old Water HeaterFacts to Consider About the Location Insulation BlanketsFacts to Consider About Convertible Lower Element Water Piping Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Valve and Pipe InsulationTemperature-Pressure Relief Valve Optional Location Filling the Water Heater Converting the Lower ElementPage Wiring Page Wiring Diagrams Service and Adjustment Temperature RegulationTemperature Settings Upper and Lower Thermostat AdjustmentsTemperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation Anode Rod InspectionDraining Thermostat Removal/Replacement Element Cleaning/ReplacementPage Page Drain Valve Washer Replacement ServiceTroubleshooting Start Up ConditionsOperational Conditions AIR in HOT Water Faucets Water is TOO HOT Leakage Checkpoints Repair Parts List Model NO’SMY-HOME

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