Kenmore 153 - Manual (Page 22)

18. Replace access panel.
19. Turn “ON” electric power to water heater.
Drain Valve Washer Replacement
• Follow “Draining” instructions. See “Draining” 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 OVER
TIGHTEN.
• Follow “Filling the Water Heater” instructions in the
“Installation Instructions” section.
• Check for leaks.
• Turn “ON” electric power to the water heater.
A WARNING
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.
NOTE: For replacement, use a 17/32" x 13/64" x 1/8" thick
washer available at your nearest hardware store. For
ordering a replacement washer, refer to the
“Repair Parts
List” section. •
• Before beginning turn “OFF” the electrical power supply to
the water heater.
Service
Before calling for repair service, read the “Start Up Conditions"
and “Operational Conditions” found in the Troubleshooting
section 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).
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