Anode Rod Inspection; Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation; Draining - Kenmore 32626 - Power Miser 6 Owner's Manual

NOTE: I t is notnecessary to adjust t he upper t hermostat.
However, ifit is adjusted above thefactory s etpoint o f 120°F
(49°C), it is recommended thatit notbesethigher t hanthe
lower t hermostat setting.
Theupper a ndlower t hermostats areadjustable ifa different
watertemperature i s desired. R eadall warnings in the
"Temperature-Regulation" section before proceeding.
1. Turn "OFF" the electric power to the water heater at the
junction box.
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+ 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.
2. Take off the upper and/or lower access panel, insulation cap
with handle.
3. The slotted adjustment (using a screwdriver) can be turned
clockwise ( f_ ) to increase the temperature setting or
counter clockwise ( _ ) to decrease the temperature setting.
4. Replace the insulation cap with handle and access panel.
5. Turn "ON" the power supply.
Anode Rod Inspection
Property Damage Hazard
+ Avoid water heater damage.
+ Inspection and replacement of anode as needed.
Temperature=Pressure Relief
Valve Operation
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually
operated at least once a year.
+ Burn hazard
• Hotwater discharge.
+ Keep clear of relief valve
discharge outlet.
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually
operated at least once a year. Caution should be taken to ensure
that (1) no one is in front of or around the outlet of the
temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) the
water manually discharged will not cause any property damage
or bodily injury. The water may be extremely hot.
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE
DISCHARGE PiPE
FIGURE 28.
If after manually operating the valve, it fails to completely reset
and continues to release water, immediately close the cold water
inlet to the water heater, follow the draining instructions, and
replace the temperature-pressure relief valve with a new one.
The anode rod is used to protect the tank from corrosion. Most
hot water tanks are equipped with an anode rod. The submerged
rod sacrifices itself to protect the tank. Instead of corroding the
tank, water ions attack and eat away the anode rod. This does
not affect the water's taste or color. The rod must be maintained
to keep the tank in operating condition.
Anode deterioration depends on the water conductivity, not
necessarily 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 calling
Sears Service Center. At a minimum the anode(s) should be
checked annually after the warranty period.
Failure to install and maintain a new properly listed temperature-
pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from any
claim which might result from excessive temperature or
pressure.
If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance weeps
or discharges periodically, this may be due to thermal expansion.
Your water heater may have a check valve installed in the water
line or a water meter with a check valve. Consult your local
Sears Service Center for further information. Do not plug the
temperature-pressure relief valve.
Draining
, Burn hazard
• Hot water discharge.
+ Keep hands clear of drain
valve discharge.
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