Kenmore 31813 - 40 Gallon Table Top, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...R 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 12Kw or lessat a voltage no greater than 250 _WARNING READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER AND THEN THIS ENTIRE HANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERAT ING THIS WATER HE...

Page 2: ...ler in size than the outlet pipe size of the valve or haveany reducing couplingsor other restrictions Must not be pluggedor blocked Must be of material listedfor hot water distribution Must be installed soasto allowcomplete drainage of both the temperature pressure relief valve and the dischargepipe Must terminate at an adequate drain Must not haveany valvebetween the relief valveand tank AWARNING...

Page 3: ... Wiring Diagram 12 Wiring 13 Installation Checklist 14 Service and Adjustment 15 19 _l_mperature Regulation 15 Thermostats 15 _l_mperature Settings 15 Thermostat Adjustment 15 _lhnperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation 16 Draining 16 Element Cleaning Replacement 16 19 Anode Rod Inspection 19 Drain Valve Washer Replacement 19 Service 19 Troubleshooting Guide 20 23 Start Up Conditions 20 Thermal E...

Page 4: ...n of the National Electrical Code This publication is available from your local government or public library or electric company or by writing Underwriters Laboratories 333 Pfingsten Road Northbrook IL 60062 If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not understand any portion of the instructions call Sears Service Center Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water...

Page 5: ... LOCAL SEARS SERVICE CENTERS Basic Tools You may or may not need all of these tools depending on your type of installation These tools can be purchased at your local Sears store Pipe Wrench 2 Screwdriver 6 Foot Tapeor Folding Rule Garden Hose Drill Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape 6 FOOT TAPE GARDEN HOSE SLOT HEAD SCREW DRIVER j PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER PIPE WRENCH PIPE DOPE SQUEEZE TUBE _ roll of teflon tape...

Page 6: ...ng out of the drain valve may be extremely hot To avoidbeing scalded make sure all con nections are tight and that the water flow is directed awayfrom any person Q Check again to sure supply is make the electrical turned OFF to the water heater Remove cabinet top by pulling the top forward all the way until it is free Then disconnect the electrical supply connection from the water heater junc tion...

Page 7: ... Drain pans are available at your local hardware store Such a drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain The element of the water heater can be converted from operation at 3800 watts to 5500 watts on a 240 volt system Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions If this manual is missing contact the retailer or manufacturer If after reading these instructions in this manual if you do n...

Page 8: ...e around the threaded end of the threaded to sweat coupling and around both ends of the _ threaded nipple Using flexi ble connectors connect the cold water pipe to the coldwater inlet of the water heater NOTE Your water heater is super insulated to minimize heat loss from the tank Further reduction in heat loss can be accomplished by insulating the hot water lines from the water heater INSTALLATIO...

Page 9: ...ed directly into the fitting of the water heater designated for the relief valve Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that any discharge will exit only within 6 inches above or at any distance below the structural floor Be cer tain that no contact is made with any live electrical part The discharge opening must not be blocked or reduced in size under any circumstances Excessive length...

Page 10: ...in the electrical junction box on top of the water heater tank cover Converting the Element These instructions only cover the conversion of the convertible element read this entire Manual before attempting to install or operate the water heater The water heater is factory set to oper ate at 3800 watts The element can be converted to operate at 5500 watts Refer to the Facts to Consider About the Co...

Page 11: ... and 3 with the 5500 W visible Install the extra screw provided into terminal 3 7 The wire removed from terminal 2 has a looped end It must remain looped and now be placed as shown on top of the buss bar over the opening of terminal 2 and secured using the remaining screw 4 Lift out the tab as shown to unclip the terminal cover from the thermostat The terminal cover can now be removed from the the...

Page 12: ...ement 12 Complete wiring to water heater or if completed turn ON electric power to water heater after filling tank with water 1 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 Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning ON power Wiring Diagram STANDARD WIRING FOR 2 WIRE LE...

Page 13: ...hall be of copper aluminum or copperclad aluminum The material shall be of one continuous length without a splice or joint Rigid metal conduit intermediate metal conduit or elec trical metallic tubing may be used for the grounding means if conduit or tubing is terminated in f ttings approved for grounding Flexible metal conduit or flexible metallic tubing shall be permitted for grounding if all th...

Page 14: ... Product Specifications section ls the new temperature pressure relief valve properly installed and piped to an adequate drain See I_mperature Pressure Relief Valve section ls 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...

Page 15: ...ngs in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding ADJUSTABLE THERMOSTAT BEHIND ACCESS PANEL 15 Temperature Settings HOT ls a thermOStat setting of approximately 120 F whi will supply hot water at the most economical temperatures A Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130 E B Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140 E C Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150 E VERY HOT Is a...

Page 16: ...valve Consult your local Sears Service Center for further information Do not plug the temperature pres surerelief valve Draining The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures Also periodic draining and cleaning of sediment from the tank may be necessary Before beginning turn OFF the electric power supply to the water heater AWARNING I HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK...

Page 17: ...e or water meter 4 Remove the two screws securing the access panel and remove panel 5 Remove tape and the insulation pad to expose the terminal cover and element O _E_C_E 3 Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve and put the other end in a floor drain or outdoors Open the water heater drain valve Open a nearby hot water faucet which will relieve pressure in the water heater and speed drainin...

Page 18: ...ARNING J Replacement elements must I be the same volt J age and 2 no greater wattage than listed on the mode rat ng p ate affixed to the water heater 10 A new gasket should be used in all cases to prevent a possi ble water leak See Element Gasket in the Repair Parts Chart Place the new element gasket on the thread side of the cleaned or new element and screw into tank securing tightly using an ele...

Page 19: ... this water heater unless it is completely I full of water To prevent damage to the tank and I heating element the tank must be filled with I water Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turn ng 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...

Page 20: ...enters Contact the local plumbing inspector water supplier and or the Sears Service Center for assistance in controlling these situations Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications Model _hnk Capacity Dimensions in Inches Pipe Fitting Number In Gallons Diameter Length On Ihnk 153 331020 2 8 inches 12Y4 inches Yi Male 153 331050 5 11 inches 14Y4 inches Yi Male Expansion Tank Sizing Chart Expansion lank ...

Page 21: ...r heater tank is voided RUMBLING NOISE In some water areas scale or mineral deposits will build up on your heating elements This buildup will cause a rumbling noise Follow Element Cleaning Replacement instructions to clean and replace the elements HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM Your water heater has a high limit shut off system with a reset button located on the thermostat Follow the resetting i...

Page 22: ...se or blown fuses in your water heater circuit Circuit breakers weaken with age and may not handle their rated load and should be replaced Make certain the disconnect switch if used is in the ON position Check to see the electric service to your house has not been interrupted If this is the case contact the electric company ls the thermostat set to the desired temperature See _mperature Regulation...

Page 23: ...o the water heater is turned OFF Failure to do this could result in DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Turn electrical power OFF remove access panel and insulation pad 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 ...

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Page 26: ...rated at 3800 watts or 5500 watts Convertible elements are not offered as replace ment parts ELEMENT ORDERING INFORMATION If a replacement 3800 watt 240 volt element is needed order Super Limeguard replacement element Item 42 31906 If at the time of instaUation the water heater was converted to operate at 5500 watts order Super Limeguard replace ment element Item 42 31908 See model rating plate If...

Page 27: ...2402 9001584 9001584 0270104 0270104 9000338 000338 184733 000 These parts are also available at most Sears retail stores Alsoavailable at most hardware stores _Replaced only on return of damaged plate Not Illustrated Now that you have purchased this water heater should a need ever exist for repair parts or service simply contact any SEARS Service Center or call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Be s...

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