Kenmore 153.327366 - Manual (Page 24)

Leakage Checkpoints
Use this guide to check a "Leaking” water heater,. Many suspect­
ed "Leakers" are nor leaJdng tanks, Often the source of the water
can be found and corrected.
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 hearer.
Troubleshooting Guide (cont’d)
"'Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or
pipe connections may be leaking.
Small amounts of water from temperature-pressure relief
valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water
pressure in your area.
"The temperature-pressure relief valve may be leaking ar
the tank fitting.
The elements may be leaJdng at the rank fitting.
AWARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before
removing any access panels or servicing the wtater
heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water
heater is turned “OFF”. Failure to do this could
resuit in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Turn electrical power “OFF”, remove access panels and
fold back insulation If leaking around elements, follow
proper draining instructions and remove element.
Reposition or replace gasket on element. Place element
into opening and tighten securely Then follow “Filling
the Water Heater" instructions in the “Installation
Instructions” section
Water from drain valve may be due to the valve being
opened slightly
"The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting,
"Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be
from condensation, loose connections or the tempera-
cure-pressure relief valve. DO NOT replace the water
heater until a full inspection of all possible water sources
is made and necessary corrective steps taJeen,
Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or ground
seepage should also be checked.
NOTE: To check where threaded portion caters
tank, insert cotton swab between jaclcct opening and
fitting. If cotton is wet, follow **I>raining” instruc­
tions in the “Service and Adjustment” section and
then remove fitting. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on
the threads and replace. Then follow “Filling the
Water Heater” instructions in the “Installation
Instructions” section-
A CAUTION
Read this manual first, then before checking the water
heater make sure the electric supply has been turned
“OFF", and never turn the electric supply “ON” before
the tank is completely full of water*
A CAUTION
Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of
water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating ele­
ment, the tank must be filled with water. The water must
flow from the hot water faucet before turning “ON”
power.
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