Kenmore POWER MISER 153.32154 - Manual (Page 20)

Service and Adjustment (cont’d)
Element Cleaning/
Replacement (cont’d)
16. Replace the terminal cover on thermostat,
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17. Replace the insulation block and pad, so that it com
covers the thermostat and, element.
18. Replace access panel.
19. Turn “ON” electric power to water heater.
A CAUTION
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.
Anode Rod Inspection
The anode rod is used, to protect the tank from corrosion. Most
hot water tanks are equipped with, an anode rod. The sub­
merged rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank. Instead, of cor­
roding the tank, water ions attack and cat away the anode rod.
This does not affect the waters taste or color. The rod, must be
maintained to keep the tank in operating condition,
,4nodc d,ctcrioration d,cpcnds on water conductivity, not neces­
sarily water condition, A corroded or pitted anode rod indicates
high water conductivity and should be checked and/or replaced
more often than an anode rod that appears to be intact.
Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the life of your
water heater. Inspection should be conducted, by a Scars service
technician, and at a minimum should, be checked annually after
the warranty period,.
Drain Valve Washer
Replacement
NOTEi For replacemeut, use a x x Y f thick washer
available at. yonr nearest hardware store. For ordering a
replacement washerj refer to the “Parts Order List” section,
• Before beginning turn “OFF” the electrical power supply to
the water heater.
AWARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! 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, SERI­
OUS BODILY injury ; or property damage .
Follow “Draining” instructions in the “Service and
Adjustment” 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 OVERTIGHTEN.
Follow “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the
“Installation Instructions” section.
Check for leaks.
Turn “ON” electric power to the water heater.
Service
Before calling for repair service, read the Start Up Conditions
and. Operational Conditions found, in the Troubleshooting
Guide of th is 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 l-SOO-d-MY-HOME
(1-800-469-4663).