Kenmore 153.31242 User Manual download pdf (Page 18)

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.

14. Check element for water leaks. If leakage occurs, tighten

element or repeat steps 2 and 3, remove element and

reposition gasket. Then repeat steps 10 through 14.

15. Reconnect the two wires to the element and then check to

make sure the thermostat remains firmly against the surface

of the tank.

Drain Valve Washer Replacement

* •

FIGURE 38.

16. Replace terminal cover on thermostat making sure that the

locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place.

FIGURE 39.

17. Replace the insulation so that it completely covers the

thermostat and element.

FIGURE 40.

18. Replace access panel.

19. Turn “ON” electric power to water heater.

A WARNING

Before removing any access

panels or servicing the water

heater, make sure the electrical

supply to the water heater is

turned “OFF”.

Failure to do this could result In

death, serious bodily Injury, or

property damage.

NOTE: For replacement, use a 17/32” x 13/64” x 1/8” thick

washer available at your nearest hardware store. For

ordering a replacement washer, refer to the Repair Parts

List section.

• Before beginning turn “OFF” the electrical power supply to

the water heater.

• Follow Draining instructions. See Draining section.

• Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the

screw handle.

• Remove the washer and put the new one in place.

• Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve

and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

• Follow Fiiiing the Water Heater instructions in the Instaiiation

Instructions section.

• Check for leaks.

• Turn “ON” electric power to the water heater.

FIGURE 41.

Service

Before calling for repair service, read the Start Up Conditions

and Operational Conditions lound in the Troubleshooting section

of this manual.

If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation

of the water heater, let a qualified person check it out.

Contact Sears Repair Services at 1-800-4-MY-HOIVIE®

(1-800-469-4663).

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