Kenmore 153.335963 - Manual (Page 15)

Installation Instructions (cont’d)
Filling the Water Heater
A CAUTION
Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled with
water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be filled
with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet
before turning “ON" gas to the water heater.
To fill the water heater with water:
• Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to
the right (clockwise). The drain valve is on the lower front of
the water heater.
• Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater.
NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open
when the water heater is in use.
• To insure complete filling of the tank, allow air to exit by
opening the nearest hot water faucet. Allow water to run
until a constant flow is obtained. This will let air out of the
water heater and the piping.
• Check all new water piping for leaks. Repair as needed.
Wiring
USE WITH POWER CORD
The water heater comes equipped with a 5 foot power cord
which can be used to connect to a 110/120 volt power source if,
( 1 ) local codes allow, and ( 2 ) there is a three prong receptacle
available.
You must provide all wiring, ( 1 ) to a receptacle or, ( 2 ) between
the water heater and junction box when the power cord is not
used.
A WARNING________________ ^
Do not use an extension cord. If there is not a suitable recepta­
cle and/or local codes prohibit use of a power cord, field wiring
must be provided.
You must provide all wiring of the proper size outside of the
water heater. You must obey local codes and electric company
requirements when you install this wiring.
If you arc not familiar with electric codes and practices, or if you
have any doubt, even the slightest doubt, in your ability to con­
nect the wiring ro this water heater, obtain the service of a com­
petent electrician or contact your local electric Litiltty.
AWARNING
WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE TYPE VOLTAGE
ONLY: This water heater is equipped for 110/120 volts only. DO
NOT USE THIS WATER HEATER WITH ANY VOLTAGE
OTHER THAN THE ONE SHOWN ABOVE. Failure to use the
correct voltage can cause problems which can result in DEATH,
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE, If you
have any questions or doubts consult your electric company.
A CAUTION
If wiring from the fuse box or circuit breaker box was alu­
minum for the old water heater, replace it with copper wire.
If you wish to reuse the existing aluminum wire, have the
connection at the water heater made by a competent elec­
trician. Contact a local electrical contractor and^r the local
electric utility.
USE WITHOUT POWER CORD
If power cord cannot be used, then follow these wiring instruc­
tions.
1. Provide a way to easily shut off the electric power when work­
ing on the water heater. This could be with a circuit breaker
or fuse block in the entrance box or a separate disconnect
switch.
2. Install and connect a circuit directly from the main fuse or
circuit breaker box. This circuit must be the right size and
have its own fuse or circuit breaker.
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