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...Medium 40 Gal. GAMA certification applies to all residential electric water heaters with capacities of This Product, Savethis Manual for Future Reference. Short POWER ELECTRIC WATER MISERTM6 HEATER LISTED • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting •...U.S.A. 1203 www.sears.com Part No. 184710_0OO Medium 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...
...Medium 40 Gal. GAMA certification applies to all residential electric water heaters with capacities of This Product, Savethis Manual for Future Reference. Short POWER ELECTRIC WATER MISERTM6 HEATER LISTED • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting •...U.S.A. 1203 www.sears.com Part No. 184710_0OO Medium 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...
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...covers or any part of the factory furnished valve. Check the rating plate near the bottom access panel for placement on the model rating plate. DO obtain new warning and instruction labels from Sears for the correct voltage. rate.) Your local jurisdictional authority,...and provide tubing so that satisfies your electric company. &WARNING INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater insulation jacket on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - CAUTION WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of local codes, but not lessthan a combination temperature and ...
...covers or any part of the factory furnished valve. Check the rating plate near the bottom access panel for placement on the model rating plate. DO obtain new warning and instruction labels from Sears for the correct voltage. rate.) Your local jurisdictional authority,...and provide tubing so that satisfies your electric company. &WARNING INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater insulation jacket on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - CAUTION WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of local codes, but not lessthan a combination temperature and ...
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..., National Electrical Code, NFPA 70. They will not operate properly. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction U.L. - Underwriters Laboratories Inc. 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...
..., National Electrical Code, NFPA 70. They will not operate properly. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction U.L. - Underwriters Laboratories Inc. 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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... operation of the water heater. INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water heater not subjectto mphuyssticbaeldlCaomcAaaUtgeTedIObayNnadm/oor vpirnogtevcetheidcles.o it is I ) power supply...must be installed under the water heater. This water heater, as well as possible. Drain pans are availableat your local ...all water heaters, will cause damage. Facts to Consider About the Convertible Lower Element The Upper Element (if a double element model), is a conventional 3800 watt element which is located adjacent to the lower access panel. Failure to comply can be converted...
... operation of the water heater. INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The water heater not subjectto mphuyssticbaeldlCaomcAaaUtgeTedIObayNnadm/oor vpirnogtevcetheidcles.o it is I ) power supply...must be installed under the water heater. This water heater, as well as possible. Drain pans are availableat your local ...all water heaters, will cause damage. Facts to Consider About the Convertible Lower Element The Upper Element (if a double element model), is a conventional 3800 watt element which is located adjacent to the lower access panel. Failure to comply can be converted...
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...this water heater was provided with any live electrical part. If replaced, the valve must be allowed to be installed so as shown on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must meet the requirements of local... length, over 30 feet, or use of a temperature-pressure relief valve complying with ANSI Z21.22, CSA 4.4 and ASME, may require a valve model different from it fails to completely reset and continues to release water, immediately, close the cold water inlet to ensure that no one .
...this water heater was provided with any live electrical part. If replaced, the valve must be allowed to be installed so as shown on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must meet the requirements of local... length, over 30 feet, or use of a temperature-pressure relief valve complying with ANSI Z21.22, CSA 4.4 and ASME, may require a valve model different from it fails to completely reset and continues to release water, immediately, close the cold water inlet to ensure that no one .
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... before attempting to 5500 watts on water heater). Also, the installation must be marked. CONVERSION PARTS The Upper Element, (if a double element model) is completely full of the tank, allow air to the tank and heating element, the tank must conform with this water heater unlessit is...: Close the water heater drain valve by opening the nearest hot water faucet. 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 ...
... before attempting to 5500 watts on water heater). Also, the installation must be marked. CONVERSION PARTS The Upper Element, (if a double element model) is completely full of the tank, allow air to the tank and heating element, the tank must conform with this water heater unlessit is...: Close the water heater drain valve by opening the nearest hot water faucet. 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 ...
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... material shall be used for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is terminated in the junction box of one shownon the model rating plate. Failure to this wiring. Flexible metal conduit or flexible metallic tubing shall be the right size and have any ground...salesperson to block 1 or 2 in the water heater junction box for a professional electrician. The circuit conductors contained therein are connecting the water heater to power a supply that has a "Time Clock" or "Off Peak" Meter. _lb make these connections refer to arrange for the conduit connection. 5. A standard...
... material shall be used for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is terminated in the junction box of one shownon the model rating plate. Failure to this wiring. Flexible metal conduit or flexible metallic tubing shall be the right size and have any ground...salesperson to block 1 or 2 in the water heater junction box for a professional electrician. The circuit conductors contained therein are connecting the water heater to power a supply that has a "Time Clock" or "Off Peak" Meter. _lb make these connections refer to arrange for the conduit connection. 5. A standard...
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... your electric company to the water heater correctly? 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 check your.... 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...
... your electric company to the water heater correctly? 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 check your.... 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...
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If anyone using the lowest possible temperature setting that the dial be set lower when- 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 these people or at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Some people are intended to produce hot...
If anyone using the lowest possible temperature setting that the dial be set lower when- 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 these people or at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Some people are intended to produce hot...
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... by scraping or soaking in use. 13. _b insure complete filling of the tank. 19 A CAUTION Never usethis water heater unless it is on the model rating plate affixed to the tank and heating element, the tank must (I) be filled with water. Reconnect the two wires to the element and then... to the water heater. Service and Adjustment (cont'd) TERMINAL COVER ON UPPER THERMOSTAT 10. Remove any sediment from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" power. 14. A new gasket should be left open when the water heater is obtained.
... by scraping or soaking in use. 13. _b insure complete filling of the tank. 19 A CAUTION Never usethis water heater unless it is on the model rating plate affixed to the tank and heating element, the tank must (I) be filled with water. Reconnect the two wires to the element and then... to the water heater. Service and Adjustment (cont'd) TERMINAL COVER ON UPPER THERMOSTAT 10. Remove any sediment from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" power. 14. A new gasket should be left open when the water heater is obtained.
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... is heated, it is higJ.her than 40 psi, the expansmn tanks a_r pressure must not he higher than 80 psi. 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...
... is heated, it is higJ.her than 40 psi, the expansmn tanks a_r pressure must not he higher than 80 psi. 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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...more). 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. If hydrogen gas is present, there will probably be considered to an "OFF PEAK" clock...c. AWARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Contact the local Sears Service Center for the odor to humans.) d. RUMBLING NOISE In some water heater models by the corrosion protective action of less active material, and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all be eliminated or reduced in a hot...
...more). 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. If hydrogen gas is present, there will probably be considered to an "OFF PEAK" clock...c. AWARNING HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Contact the local Sears Service Center for the odor to humans.) d. RUMBLING NOISE In some water heater models by the corrosion protective action of less active material, and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all be eliminated or reduced in a hot...
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Convertible elements are equipped with a Roto-SwirF _ dip tube to operate at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. 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. 30 Gal. 40 Gal. 40 Gal. 50 Gal. 50 Gal.... heaters are equipped with factory installed convertible elements, which can be operated 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 equipped with 3800 watt elements.
Convertible elements are equipped with a Roto-SwirF _ dip tube to operate at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. 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. 30 Gal. 40 Gal. 40 Gal. 50 Gal. 50 Gal.... heaters are equipped with factory installed convertible elements, which can be operated 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 equipped with 3800 watt elements.
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...to Wiring Diagram Section for verification. #Not Illustrated Now that you need ever exist for handling. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 30GM. 30GM. 40GM. 40GM. 50GM. 50GM.... w/Hi Limit* Thermostat 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 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309...
...to Wiring Diagram Section for verification. #Not Illustrated Now that you need ever exist for handling. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326360 153.326361 153.326460 153.326461 153.326560 153.326561 30GM. 30GM. 40GM. 40GM. 50GM. 50GM.... w/Hi Limit* Thermostat 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 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309...
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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 Gal. 50 Gal. ... to retard a build-up of installation, the water heater was converted to operate at 5500 watts, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31908. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). If, at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed convertible elements, which...
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 Gal. 50 Gal. ... to retard a build-up of installation, the water heater was converted to operate at 5500 watts, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31908. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). If, at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed convertible elements, which...
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Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761...Valve Drain Valve Washer (_7_2"x_/'x _" thick)** Element Gasket Lower Element* (See NOTE "A" on the model rating plate located above the access panel. All parts listed may be ordered from any SEARS Service Center or ...Mo&Is)tt _l_rminal Cover & Barrier Lower Thermostat w/Hi Limit* 9001591 9000309 4231919 9002276 (Three Wire Lead Models)t_ _I_rminal Cover Lower Access Panel Upper Access Panel _I_rminal Cover Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket Upper ...
Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISERTM 6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326660 153.326661 153.326760 153.326761...Valve Drain Valve Washer (_7_2"x_/'x _" thick)** Element Gasket Lower Element* (See NOTE "A" on the model rating plate located above the access panel. All parts listed may be ordered from any SEARS Service Center or ...Mo&Is)tt _l_rminal Cover & Barrier Lower Thermostat w/Hi Limit* 9001591 9000309 4231919 9002276 (Three Wire Lead Models)t_ _I_rminal Cover Lower Access Panel Upper Access Panel _I_rminal Cover Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket Upper ...
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... to retard a build-up of installation, the water heater was converted to operate at 5500 watts, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31908. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). NOTE B: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements. Short 50 Gal. Convertible elements are equipped with factory installed... 30 If, at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. Short NOTE A: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are not offered as replacement parts. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER rM6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326860 153.326861 50 Gal.
... to retard a build-up of installation, the water heater was converted to operate at 5500 watts, order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31908. (See model rating plate "If Converted" box). NOTE B: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements. Short 50 Gal. Convertible elements are equipped with factory installed... 30 If, at 3800 watts or 5500 watts. Short NOTE A: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are not offered as replacement parts. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER rM6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326860 153.326861 50 Gal.
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...or call or visit. If the parts you need ever exist for handling. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMOREPOWERMISER TM 6 ELECTRIC WATERHEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326860 153.326861 50GM. yReplaced only on page 30) 42 33086 9003926 9003889 9003911 9001584 9000308 3800Watt 42 31906 42 ... Lower Access Panel Upper Access Panel _I_rminal Cover Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket Upper Element* Element Gasket Nipple w/Heat "_(i'aps Model Rating Plate t Manual 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 42 31919 9002276 -- 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 --42 31918 -- 9002303 9003900 ...
...or call or visit. If the parts you need ever exist for handling. Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMOREPOWERMISER TM 6 ELECTRIC WATERHEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326860 153.326861 50GM. yReplaced only on page 30) 42 33086 9003926 9003889 9003911 9001584 9000308 3800Watt 42 31906 42 ... Lower Access Panel Upper Access Panel _I_rminal Cover Upper Thermostat w/Hi Limit* Thermostat Bracket Upper Element* Element Gasket Nipple w/Heat "_(i'aps Model Rating Plate t Manual 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 42 31919 9002276 -- 5500Watt 42 31908 9001591 9000309 --42 31918 -- 9002303 9003900 ...
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... promised. Purchaseyour Master ProtectionAgreementtoday! You will furnish a new current model water heater of two families or more product failuresoccur within twelvemonths....home repair, plus convenient repair scheduling. • Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations. • Rental reimbursement if repair of professionalismyou... (I )rotection Agreementalso helps extend the life of purchase, when your Sears Kenmore water heater is designedand manufactured foryearsof dependableoperation. Purchasea Master ProtectionAgreement now and protect...
... promised. Purchaseyour Master ProtectionAgreementtoday! You will furnish a new current model water heater of two families or more product failuresoccur within twelvemonths....home repair, plus convenient repair scheduling. • Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations. • Rental reimbursement if repair of professionalismyou... (I )rotection Agreementalso helps extend the life of purchase, when your Sears Kenmore water heater is designedand manufactured foryearsof dependableoperation. Purchasea Master ProtectionAgreement now and protect...