Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)

HIGH TEMPERATURE

SHUT OFF SYSTEM

NOT ENOUGH

OR NO HOT WATER

(cont'd)

Remove the two screws securing the access panel and remove panel.

Remove the insulation block to expose the opening.

Reset the high limit by pushing in the red button marked "RESET".

In a new installation, the water heater may not be properly connected. Make sure the cold water supply valve is open.

Review and check piping installation. Make sure that the cold water line is connected to the cold water inlet to the water heater and the hot water line to the hot water outlet on the water heater.

Make sure the electrical supply to your water heater is "ON".

Check for loose or blown fuses in your water heater circuit. Circuit breakers weaken with age and may not handle their rated load and should be replaced.

Make certain the disconnect switch, if used, is in the "ON" position.

--RESET BUTTON

Check to see the electric service to your house has not been

interrupted.

If this

is the

case,

contact the

electric company.

 

 

Are the thermostats

set

to

the desired

temperature?

See

 

"Temperature

Regulation"

section.

 

 

Replace the insulation block so that it completely covers the thermostat and element.

Replace the access panel.

Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater.

ACAUTION

If the high limit must be reset again, call Sears Service Department to find out why the high limit turned "OFF" the electric power.

If you had experienced very hot water and now no hot water, the problem may be due to the high temperature

shut off system. See H!gh Temperature Shut Off System

in the Troubleshooting section.

During very cold weather, the incoming water will also be colder and it will require a longer time to become heated.

The hot water usage may exceed the capacity of the water heater. If so, wait for water heater to recover after abnormal

demand. Also examine pipes and faucets for possible water leaks.

If you can not determine the problem, then call the Sears Service Department.

WATER IS TOO HOT

Adjust the thermostat to a lower setting. See the "Temperature Regulation" section.

23

Page 23
Image 23
Kenmore 153.316354, 153.316554 Troubleshooting Guide contd, High Temperature Shut OFF System Not Enough Or no HOT Water