Kenmore POWER MISER 9 User Manual

GAMA certification applies to all residential electric water heaters with
capacities of 20 to 120 Gallons. Input rating of 12 Kw or less at a voltage
no greater than 250 V.
Owners
Manual
FOR POTABLE WATER
HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLE FOR
SPACE HEATING
Model No.
153.329260 40 Gal. Short
153.329261 40 Gal. Short
153.329360 30 Gal.
153.329361 30 Gal.
153.329460 40 Gal.
153.329461 40 Gal.
153.329560 50 Gal.
153.329561 50 Gal.
153.329660 66 Gal.
153.329661 66 Gal.
153.329860 80 Gal.
153.329861 80 Gal.
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
Before First Use of
This Product.
• Safety Instructions • Care and Maintenance
• Installation • Troubleshooting
• Operation • Parts List
Save this Manual for Future Reference.
POWER MISER
TM
9
ELECTRIC
WATER HEATER
WARNING
READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER
AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERAT-
ING THIS WATER HEATER.
®
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Printed in the U.S.A. 1203 www.sears.com Part No. 184726-000

Kenmore POWER MISER 9 Specifications

General

Brand	Kenmore
Model	POWER MISER 9
Voltage	240V
Wattage	4500W
Power Source	Electric
Type	Electric
Capacity	40 gallons

Summary

Safety Precautions

Product Specifications

Preparing for the New Installation

Installation Instructions

Removing the Old Water Heater

Water Piping

Instructions for connecting the cold and hot water lines to the water heater.

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

Proper installation, operation, and maintenance of the temperature-pressure relief valve.

Filling the Water Heater

Wiring

Guidelines for proper electrical wiring, grounding, and connections to the water heater.

Service and Adjustment

Temperature Control

Covers temperature regulation, thermostat settings, and their adjustments for optimal performance and safety.

Thermostat and Relief Valve Adjustment

Instructions for adjusting thermostats and operating the temperature-pressure relief valve.

Element Cleaning and Replacement

Procedure for cleaning or replacing the heating elements in the water heater.

Troubleshooting Guide

Thermal Expansion

High Temperature Shut Off System

How to reset the high-limit safety shutoff system.

Not Enough or No Hot Water

Diagnosing reasons for insufficient or absent hot water supply.

Water is Too Hot

Leakage Checkpoints

Guide to identifying the source of water leaks around the water heater.

Parts Order List

Warranty Information