Kenmore 153.31242 User Manual download pdf (Page 20)

Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater

models by replacing the anode rod (s) with one of tess active

material, and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all hot

water lines. Contact the local Sears Service Center for further

information concerning an Anode Replacement Kit #9001453

and this Chlorination Treatment. Anode replacement and

chlorination of the tank are not covered by the water heater's

limited warranty.

If the smelly water persists after the anode replacement and

chlorination treatment; then you should consider chlorinating or

aerating your water supply.

Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected. By

doing so, all warranty on the water heater tank is voided.

"AIR" IN HOT WATER FAUCETS

Explosion Hazard

• Flammable hydrogen

gases may be present.

• Keep all ignition sources

away from faucet when

turning on hot water.

HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot

water system that has not been used for a long period of time

(generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely

flammable and explosive. To prevent the possibility of injury

under these conditions, we recommend the hot water faucet

be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before any

electrical appliances which are connected to the hot water

system are used (such as a dishwasher or washing machine).

If hydrogen gas is present, there wilt probably be an unusual

sound similar to air escaping through the pipe as the hot water

faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open flame near

the faucet at the time it is open.

RUMBLING NOISE

• 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.

1. Before beginning, turn "OFF" electrical power supply to the

water heater.

FIGURE 44.

2. Remove the screw securing the access panel, then remove

the panel.

3. Fold the insulation back to expose the thermostat.

4. Reset the high limit by pushing in the red button marked

"RESET".

_ RESET

BUTTON

In some water areas, scale or mineral deposits wilt build up on

your heating elements. This buildup wilt cause a rumbling noise.

Follow Element Cleaning/Replacement instructions to clean and

replace the elements.

HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM

The water heater has a high limit shut off system with a reset

button located on the thermostat.

Follow the resetting instructions which refer to the high limit

behind the access panel.

NOTE: If your water heater is connected to an "Off Peak" Clock,

and uses the "3 wire lead" wiring diagram in the Wiring Diagram

section, then the water heater wilt have a high limit on both the

lower thermostat. Follow the instructions to reset the high-limit

behind the lower access panel.

FIGURE 45.

5. Replace the insulation so that it completely covers the

thermostat and element.

6. Replace the access panel.

7. Turn "ON" electric power to the water heater.

If the high limit must be reset again, call Sears Service Department

to find out why the high limit turned "OFF" the electric power

NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER

In a new installation, the water heater may not be properly

connected. Make sure the cold water supply valve is open.

Review and check piping installation. Make sure that the

cold water line is connected to the cold water inlet to the

water heater and the hot water line to the hot water outlet

on the water heater.

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