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- Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 1
50 Gal. Short POWER ELECTRIC WATER MISERTM6 HEATER LISTED • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List Caution: Read and Follow All Safety Rules and Operating Instructions Before First Use of This Product, Savethis Manual for Future - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 2
labels and materials affixed to the water heater. d. DO obtain new warning and instruction labels from Sears for placement on the jacket directly over the exist- in_ labels. _,WARNING J Do not usethis appliance if any part of it has been under J water. An electrical short or malfunction could - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 3
... 5 Installation Instructions 6..-.1..5 Removing the Old Water Heater...Facts to Consider Service ... 16 16 17 17 17 18-20 .20 .20 .20 Troubleshooting Guide 2..1..-.2..4 Start Up Conditions ...Thermal Expansion ...Strange Soun& ...Operational Conditions ...Smelly Water ...Air in Hot Water - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 4
you years of trouble free service. If you should decide that you want the new water heater professionally installed, contact the local Sears Service Center or any Sears store. They will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized contractors. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 5
THERMAL EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLON AND 5 GALLON CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 20" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 18" OR LESS, 24" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 22" OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 20" DIAMETER FOR - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 6
Installation Instructions Removing the Old Water Heater O_(i_rn "OFF" electrical supply to the water heater. ] QTurn "OFF" the water supply to the water heater at the water shutoffvalve or water meter. a, If you have copper piping to the water heater, the two copper water pipes can be cut with a - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 7
240 volt system. Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions.If after reading these instructions in this manual, if you do not understand any portion, call Sears Service Center. AWARNING Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, check the (I) power supply...must be 240 volts, (2) wiring - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 8
or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before changingthe factory setring on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in this manual. HOT WATER A COLD WATER _ IN - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 9
is made with any live electrical part. The discharge opening must not be water may be extremely hot. If after manually operating the valve, it fails to completely reset and continues to release water, immediately, close the cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining instructions - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 10
on a 240 volt system. If after reading these instructions and this manual, if you do not understand any portion, call Sears Service Center. BUSS BAR 1. Before beginning the conversion turn "OFF" electric power supply to the water heater. AWARNING Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, check - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 11
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Converting the Lower Element (cont'd) 2. The convertible element is located behind the lower access panel of the water heater. Remove the two screws securing the access panel, and remove panel. 5. Remove the screws from terminal 2 of the element, and move the - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 12
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Converting the Lower Element (cont'd) 9. Replace terminal cover on thermostat making sure that the locking tabs on the terminal cover are in place. 12. Complete wiring to the water heater, or if completed, turn "ON" electric power to the water heater after - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 13
Installation Instructions Wiring Diagrams STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LEAD WATER HEATERS NON-SIMULTANEOUS OPERATION 240 VOLT DOUBLE ELEMENT UPPER THERMOSTAT (cont'd) TO ELECTRIC POWER SUPPLY RED UNCTION BOX UPPER HEATING ELEMENT S BAR _ FOR 5500 WATTS BLACK RED FOR 3800 WATT WIRING - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 14
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Wiring A CAUTION J Never use this water heater unlessit is completely full of J water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating ele- I ment, the tank must be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turn ng on power. You must - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 15
the water heater completely filled with water? See "Filling the Water Heater" instructions in the "Installation Instructions section. • Will a water leak damage anything? See "Facts to Consider About the Location" section• • Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water heater correctly - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 16
is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding. 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 approximately 120°F, which - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 17
Water Heater" instructions in the "Installation Instructions" section. • Turn "ON" power to the water heater. A CAUTION Never use this water heater unless it is completely full water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating element, the tank must be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 18
instructions. "Ib remove the element from your tank in order to clean or replace it: 1. Before beginning turn "OFF" the electric power supply to the water heater removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". Failure - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 19
air out of the water heater and the piping. A CAUTION Never usethis 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 - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 20
, read the Start Up Conditions and Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting Guide 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-HOME (1-800-469-4663). - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 21
expansion tanks are available from Sears stores and through the Sears Service Centers. Contact the local plumbing inspector, water supplier and/or the Sears Service Center for assistance in controlling these situations. Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications Model Number 153.331020 153.331050 - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 22
action of the anode. Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater models by replacing the anode(s) with one of less 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 - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 23
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 - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 24
. If you are not thoroughly familiar with electric codes, the water heater, and safety practices, contact your local Sears Service Center to check the water heater. A CAUTION Read this manual first, then before checking the water heater make sure the electric supply has been turned "OFF", and - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 25
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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. NOTE A: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements. LOWER ELEMENT: These - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 27
from any SEARS Service Center, most Sears stores and by calling 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a SEARS Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling. The model number of the water heater will be - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 28
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. NOTE A: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements. LOWER ELEMENT: These - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 29
from any SEARS Service Center, most Sears stores and by calling 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a SEARS Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling. The model number of the water heater will be - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 30
Parts Order List (cont'd) KENMORE POWER MISER rM6 ELECTRIC WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.326860 153.326861 50 Gal. Short 50 Gal. Short NOTE A: UPPER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with 3800 watt elements. LOWER ELEMENT: These water heaters are equipped with factory installed - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 31
from any SEARS Service Center, most Sears stores and by calling 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). If the parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a SEARS Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling. The model number of the water heater will be - Kenmore 32656 | Owners Manual - Page 32
your Sears Kenmore water heater is installed and operated in a slngle-family residence in accordance with the instructions in this manual, Sears will: 1. Repair defects in material or workmanship in this water heater, free of charge. 2. Furnish and install a new current model water heater of
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Owners
Manual
FOR POTABLEWATER
HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLE FOR
SPACEHEATING
Model
No.
153.326360
30 Gal.
153.326361
30 Gal.
153.326460
40 Gal.
153.326461
40 Gal.
153.326560
50 Gal.
153.326561
50 Gal.
153.326660
50 Gal. Medium
153.326661
50 Gal. Medium
153.326760
40 Gal. Medium
153.326761
40 Gal. Medium
153.326860
50 Gal. Short
153.326861
50 Gal. Short
LISTED
Caution:
Read and Follow
All
Safety Rules and
Operating
Instructions
Before
First
Use of
This
Product,
Savethis Manual for Future Reference.
POWER
MISERTM6
ELECTRIC
WATER
HEATER
•
Safety Instructions
•
Installation
• Operation
• Care
and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Parts
List
GAMA certification applies to all residential electric water heaters with
capacities of 20 to 120 Gallons.
Input
rating of 12 Kw or lessat a voltage
no greater than 250 _L
_WARNING
READ THE
GENERAL
SAFETY SECTION
BEGINNING
ON
INSIDE
COVER
AND
THEN
THIS
ENTIRE
MANUAL
BEFORE
INSTALLING
OR OPERAT-
ING THIS WATER HEATER.
Sears,
Roebuck
and
Co.,
Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
Printed
in
the
U.S.A.
1203
www.sears.com
Part
No.
184710_0OO