Kenmore The Economizer(TM) 6 Compact Electric 153.31604 User Manual

1SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.Owner’s ManualFOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.MODEL NO.153.316040 6 GALLON153.31

10Optional Installation InstructionsS o m e c o m p a c t m o d e l s h a v e o p t i o n a l p l u m b i n g connect i o n s . On t h es

11prescribed temperature-pressure relief valve installed in the designated opening in the water heater in place of the factory furnished valve.F

12Wiring You must provide all wiring of the proper size outside of the water heater. You must obey local codes and electric company requirements when

13TEMPERATURE SETTINGS It is recommended that the dial be set lower whenever possible. Temperature Time to Produce 2nd & 3rd Setting Degre

141. Turn “OFF” the electric power to the water heater at the junction box.2. Take off the access panel and remove the insulation cap with

15Thermostat Removal/Replacement1. Turn “OFF” the electrical power to the water heater at the junction box.HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before

16FIGURE 19.5. Remove insulation to expose the terminal cover.FIGURE 20.6. Lift out the tab as shown to unclip the terminal cover from the thermost

17FIGURE 24.16. Replace terminal cover on thermostat making sure that the locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place.FIGURE 25.17. Replace the

18TROUBLESHOOTINGStart Up ConditionsTHERMAL EXPANSIONWater supply systems may, because of such events as high line pressure, frequent cut-offs, the ef

19Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater models by replacing the anode rod(s) with one of less active material, and t

2SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICEYour safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water he

20NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER1. In a new installation, the water heater may not be properly connected. Make sure the cold water supply valve is

21FIGURE 32.Use this guide to check a “Leaking” water heater. Many suspected “Leakers” are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water can be fou

22Now that you have purchased this water heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center or call

23 Key Model Numbers No. Part Description 153.316331 153.326331 1 Access Panel 9003900 9003900 2 Anode Rod 9003944 9003944 3 Dr

246 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATERFor six years from the date of purchase, if this water heater is installed and operated in a single-family ho

3GENERAL SAFETY

4Thank You for purchasing a Sears water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service. It is str

5PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

6MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDEDBasic ToolsYou may or may not need all of these tools, depending on your type of installation. These tools can be pur

7Removing the Old Water HeaterFIGURE 1.1. Turn “OFF” electrical supply to the water heater.FIGURE 2.2. Turn “OFF” the water supply to the water heat

8Water heater life depends upon water quality, water pressure and the environment in which the water heater is installed. Water heaters are sometime

9Water PipingHOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clothes washing