Kenmore 153.31242 User Manual

Use & Care GuideModel No.153.312420 40 GallonKenmore.lililí 'For potable water heating only. Not suitable for space heating.INSTALLER: Affix

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clothes w

block the discharge opening or hinder access to the manual relief lever (Figure 9). Ensure a discharge pipe is installed into the T&a

The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year. Caution should be taken to ensure that (1 ) no one is

c. Flexible metal conduit or flexible metallic tubing shall be permitted for grounding if all the following conditions are met:• The

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTTemperature RegulationADANGERWater temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe

Anode Rod InspectionCAUTIONProperty Damage Hazard' Avoid water heater damage.' Inspection and replacement of anode as needed.The anode rod

NOTE: If the water heater is going to be shut down and drained for an extended period, the drain valve should be left open with

The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are tight and that the water flow is

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 fil

TROUBLESHOOTINGStart Up ConditionsTHERMAL EXPANSIONCAUTIONProperty Damage Hazard' Avoid water heater damage.' Install thermal expansion tank

SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICEYour safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water hea

Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater models by replacing the anode rod (s) with one of less active material, and

2. Make sure the electrical supply to your water heater is “ON”.3. Check for loose or blown fuses in your water heater circuit.Cir

LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTSDiSCHA^E PIPE IDO NOT CAP OR PLUG)& INCH WAXiiîUliî AIRG^AWARNINGRead and understand instruction manual and safety messages b

REPAIR PARTS LISTKENMORE 6ELECTRIC WATER HEATERSMODEL NUMBERS153.312420 40 Gallon Mediumr'|r-0-KeyNo. Part DescriptionModei No.153.3124201 Drain

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GENERAL SAFETYAWARNINGRead and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing, operating or servicing this water heater.Failure t

PRODUCT WARRANTY3 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATERFor three years from the date of purchase, if this water heater is instalied and operated in

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE...

INTRODUCTIONThank You for purchasing a Sears water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service

MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDEDMaterials NeededTo simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSRemoving the Old Water Heater1. Turn “OFF” electrical supply to the water heater.2. Open a nearby hot water faucet until the

CAUTIONMineral Buildup or Sediment May AccumulateThis causes the water heater to become much heavierthan normal.If spilled, could cause staining.Miner