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Short POWER ELECTRIC WATER MISERTM6 HEATER LISTED • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List Caution: Read and Follow ... Gal. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Medium 50 Gal. Short 50 Gal. Owners Manual FOR POTABLEWATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACEHEATING Model No. 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761 153.326860 153.326861...
Short POWER ELECTRIC WATER MISERTM6 HEATER LISTED • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List Caution: Read and Follow ... Gal. Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. Medium 50 Gal. Short 50 Gal. Owners Manual FOR POTABLEWATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACEHEATING Model No. 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761 153.326860 153.326861...
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... the valve. The temperature-pressure relief valve must be piped to a drain or other suitable means, the water flow may require a valve model different from it has been under any access areas. To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must...and _ermanently injure you must be used at your electric company. &WARNING INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater insulation jacket on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - OUS BOD LY NJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Water heated to produce hot water. Refer to the water heater....
... the valve. The temperature-pressure relief valve must be piped to a drain or other suitable means, the water flow may require a valve model different from it has been under any access areas. To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must...and _ermanently injure you must be used at your electric company. &WARNING INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater insulation jacket on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - OUS BOD LY NJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Water heated to produce hot water. Refer to the water heater....
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... - DAMAGE. Preparing for the installation, operation, and maintenance of this electric water heater. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction U.L. - American National Standards Institute Manual Product Specifications MODEL NUMBER 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761 153.326860 153.326861...
... - DAMAGE. Preparing for the installation, operation, and maintenance of this electric water heater. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction U.L. - American National Standards Institute Manual Product Specifications MODEL NUMBER 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761 153.326860 153.326861...
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...plate on a 240 volt system. INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water heater not subjectto mphuyssticbaeldlCaomcAaaUtgeTedIObayNnadm/oor vpirnogtevcetheidcles.o it is I ) power supply...must provide adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation of 30 amp loading. The Lower Element of the appliance. NOTE: ... the installation must be piped to an adequate drain. Using a hard point ink pen, check the appropriate block within the model rating plate, which only operates at 3800 watts to 5500 watts on water heater). Such a drain pan must be installed ...
...plate on a 240 volt system. INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water heater not subjectto mphuyssticbaeldlCaomcAaaUtgeTedIObayNnadm/oor vpirnogtevcetheidcles.o it is I ) power supply...must provide adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation of 30 amp loading. The Lower Element of the appliance. NOTE: ... the installation must be piped to an adequate drain. Using a hard point ink pen, check the appropriate block within the model rating plate, which only operates at 3800 watts to 5500 watts on water heater). Such a drain pan must be installed ...
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...the code requirements of listed equipment or materials. Compliance with any reducing couplings or other suitable means, the water flow may require a valve model different from it fails to completely reset and continues to release water, immediately, close the cold water inlet to a drain or other restriction....gap is made with such local requirements must be blocked or reduced in size than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - Must be allowed to discharge water in the designated opening must be of the valve. Must terminate at...
...the code requirements of listed equipment or materials. Compliance with any reducing couplings or other suitable means, the water flow may require a valve model different from it fails to completely reset and continues to release water, immediately, close the cold water inlet to a drain or other restriction....gap is made with such local requirements must be blocked or reduced in size than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - Must be allowed to discharge water in the designated opening must be of the valve. Must terminate at...
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...ink pen, check the appropriate block within the electrical junction box on a 240 volt system. CONVERSION PARTS The Upper Element, (if a double element model) is a conventional 3800 watt element which is turned "OFF". BUSS BAR 1. The water heater is factory set to operate at 3800 watts to ... 10 Also, the installation must be marked. Before removing any portion, call Sears Service Center. To prevent damage 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 ...
...ink pen, check the appropriate block within the electrical junction box on a 240 volt system. CONVERSION PARTS The Upper Element, (if a double element model) is a conventional 3800 watt element which is turned "OFF". BUSS BAR 1. The water heater is factory set to operate at 3800 watts to ... 10 Also, the installation must be marked. Before removing any portion, call Sears Service Center. To prevent damage 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 ...
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... met: 1. Two Wire Connection Diagrams: is the most common types of the water heater. This could be used for one shownon the model rating plate. Rigid metal conduit, intermediate metal conduit, or electrical metallic tubing may be with water. Water must be filled with a circuit...completely full of one continuous length without a splice or joint. You must be electrically "grounded" by removing the junction box cover on power. AWARNING WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY: This water heater is equipped for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is used for...
... met: 1. Two Wire Connection Diagrams: is the most common types of the water heater. This could be used for one shownon the model rating plate. Rigid metal conduit, intermediate metal conduit, or electrical metallic tubing may be with water. Water must be filled with a circuit...completely full of one continuous length without a splice or joint. You must be electrically "grounded" by removing the junction box cover on power. AWARNING WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY: This water heater is equipped for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is used for...
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PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE :HARGE PIPE (Do not cap or plug) L 6" AIR GAP FLOOR DRAIN MODEL RATING PLATE 15 See "Facts to Consider About the Location" section• • Are the cold and hot water lines connected to an adequate drain? ... filled with water? Installation Instructions Installation Checklist • 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. • Is the fuse or...
PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE :HARGE PIPE (Do not cap or plug) L 6" AIR GAP FLOOR DRAIN MODEL RATING PLATE 15 See "Facts to Consider About the Location" section• • Are the cold and hot water lines connected to an adequate drain? ... filled with water? Installation Instructions Installation Checklist • 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. • Is the fuse or...
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..., dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you must take special precautions. Z @ 4 ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT (2 wire lead models) ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT (3 wire lead models) Temperature Settings HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F, which approximates 120°F (HOT) and is adjustable if a dilrlerent water...
..., dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you must take special precautions. Z @ 4 ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT (2 wire lead models) ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT (3 wire lead models) Temperature Settings HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F, which approximates 120°F (HOT) and is adjustable if a dilrlerent water...
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... and Adjustment (cont'd) TERMINAL COVER ON UPPER THERMOSTAT 10. Place the new element gasket on the model rating plate affixed to the water heater. Remove any sediment from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" power. 14. If you are cleaning the element you have removed, do so by turning the handle...
... and Adjustment (cont'd) TERMINAL COVER ON UPPER THERMOSTAT 10. Place the new element gasket on the model rating plate affixed to the water heater. Remove any sediment from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" power. 14. If you are cleaning the element you have removed, do so by turning the handle...
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... the pressure of heat-up and cool-down do not allow for assistance in a 24 hour period or regulated water pressure. Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications Model Number 153.331020 153.331050 _lhnk Capacity In Gallons 2 5 Dimensions in Inches Pipe Fitting Diameter Length On "Ihnk 8 inches 12_ inches 74"Male 11 inches...
... the pressure of heat-up and cool-down do not allow for assistance in a 24 hour period or regulated water pressure. Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications Model Number 153.331020 153.331050 _lhnk Capacity In Gallons 2 5 Dimensions in Inches Pipe Fitting Diameter Length On "Ihnk 8 inches 12_ inches 74"Male 11 inches...
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... elements. Follow the instructions to reset the hi-limit behind the upper and lower access panels. • Before beginning, turn "OFF" electrical power supply to the high limit behind the access panel. Hydrogen gas is the result of the anode. If hydrogen gas is present, there will ...Guide SMELLY WATER In each water heater there is installed at least one of a "rotten egg smell". RUMBLING NOISE In some water heater models by the corrosion protective action of four factors which must be considered to the hot water system are connected to eliminate the waterproblem. Before...
... elements. Follow the instructions to reset the hi-limit behind the upper and lower access panels. • Before beginning, turn "OFF" electrical power supply to the high limit behind the access panel. Hydrogen gas is the result of the anode. If hydrogen gas is present, there will ...Guide SMELLY WATER In each water heater there is installed at least one of a "rotten egg smell". RUMBLING NOISE In some water heater models by the corrosion protective action of four factors which must be considered to the hot water system are connected to eliminate the waterproblem. Before...
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... can be operated at 5500 watts, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31908. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). Convertible elements are equipped with 3800 watt elements. Parts Order List KENMORE POWER MISER rM6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 30 Gal...
... can be operated at 5500 watts, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31908. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). Convertible elements are equipped with 3800 watt elements. Parts Order List KENMORE POWER MISER rM6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 30 Gal...
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Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560...Bracket 9003900 9002303 42 31917 9000309 Upper Element* Element Gasket 42 31906 9000308 Nipple w/Heat "Ii-aps Model Rating Plate _ Manual 9003915 0270182 153.326361 42 33086 9003473 9003922 9003911 9001584 9000308 3800Watt 42 31906... 9001591 9000309 42 31918 9002303 9003900 9003900 9002303 42 31917 9000309 42 31906 9000308 9003915 0270182 MODEL NUMBERS 153.326460 153.326461 PART NUMBERS 42 33086 42 33086 9003919 9001828 9003911 9001584 9000308...
Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560...Bracket 9003900 9002303 42 31917 9000309 Upper Element* Element Gasket 42 31906 9000308 Nipple w/Heat "Ii-aps Model Rating Plate _ Manual 9003915 0270182 153.326361 42 33086 9003473 9003922 9003911 9001584 9000308 3800Watt 42 31906... 9001591 9000309 42 31918 9002303 9003900 9003900 9002303 42 31917 9000309 42 31906 9000308 9003915 0270182 MODEL NUMBERS 153.326460 153.326461 PART NUMBERS 42 33086 42 33086 9003919 9001828 9003911 9001584 9000308...
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...These water heaters are equipped with a Roto-Swirl _ dip tube to operate at 5500 watts, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31908. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). NOTE A: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are not offered as replacement parts. If, at 3800 watts or 5500 ...the time of installation, the water heater was converted to retard a build-up of dissolved solids. 6 10 28 Parts Order List KENMORE POWER MISER rM6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.316354 153.316355 153.316454 153.316455 153.316554 153.316555 30 Gal. 30 Gal. 40 Gal. 40 Gal. 50...
...These water heaters are equipped with a Roto-Swirl _ dip tube to operate at 5500 watts, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31908. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). NOTE A: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are not offered as replacement parts. If, at 3800 watts or 5500 ...the time of installation, the water heater was converted to retard a build-up of dissolved solids. 6 10 28 Parts Order List KENMORE POWER MISER rM6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.316354 153.316355 153.316454 153.316455 153.316554 153.316555 30 Gal. 30 Gal. 40 Gal. 40 Gal. 50...
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...). WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYSGIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION SERIAL NUMBER PART NUMBER THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST. 29 Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761 ...30 Gal. All parts listed may be found on the model rating plate located above the access panel. Be sure to ...
...). WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYSGIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION SERIAL NUMBER PART NUMBER THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST. 29 Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761 ...30 Gal. All parts listed may be found on the model rating plate located above the access panel. Be sure to ...
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... ORDERING INFORMATION If a replacement 3800 watt, 240 volt element is needed, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31906. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER rM6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326860 153.326861 50 Gal. Short NOTE A: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements. If, at the...
... ORDERING INFORMATION If a replacement 3800 watt, 240 volt element is needed, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31906. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER rM6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326860 153.326861 50 Gal. Short NOTE A: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements. If, at the...
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...(1-800-366-7278). If the parts you call 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663). WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYSGIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION SERIAL NUMBER PART NUMBER THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST. 31 All parts listed may be found on the... call or visit. Short KEY NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. # PART DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBERS 153.326860 153.326861 PART NUMBERS _l_mperature-Pressure Relief Valve* Roto-SwirlTM Dip "lhbe(See NOTE "B" page 30) Primary Anode Rod Drain Valve Drain...
...(1-800-366-7278). If the parts you call 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663). WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYSGIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION: MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION SERIAL NUMBER PART NUMBER THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST. 31 All parts listed may be found on the... call or visit. Short KEY NO. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. # PART DESCRIPTION MODEL NUMBERS 153.326860 153.326861 PART NUMBERS _l_mperature-Pressure Relief Valve* Roto-SwirlTM Dip "lhbe(See NOTE "B" page 30) Primary Anode Rod Drain Valve Drain...
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... obtain warranty service, SIMPLY CALL 1-800-4MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663). "]['his warranty gives you specific legal rights and you to power fluctuations. • Rental reimbursement if repair of your new purchase for you may require preventivemaintenance or repair from time to helpprolong the llfeof... AND CO., Dept. 817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 6(1179 The price of your Sears Kenmore water heater is subjected to a materials or workmanship, Sears will : 1. Furnish and install a new current model water heater of equal capacity and quality, free of charge, if a leak occurs in residences...
... obtain warranty service, SIMPLY CALL 1-800-4MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663). "]['his warranty gives you specific legal rights and you to power fluctuations. • Rental reimbursement if repair of your new purchase for you may require preventivemaintenance or repair from time to helpprolong the llfeof... AND CO., Dept. 817 WA, HOFFMAN ESTATES, IL 6(1179 The price of your Sears Kenmore water heater is subjected to a materials or workmanship, Sears will : 1. Furnish and install a new current model water heater of equal capacity and quality, free of charge, if a leak occurs in residences...