Kenmore 153.320891 HT 82 GAL Water Heater User Manual


 
Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)
Operational Conditions
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 dean
and replace the elements.
Remove the two screws securing the access pand and remove
pand.
Open the flap of insulation to expose the opening.
Reset the high limit by pushing in the red button marked
"RESET _.
HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM
The water heater has a high limit shut off system with a reset
button located in the upper thermostat.
Follow the resetting instructions which refer to the high limit
behind the upper accesspanel.
NOTE: If your water heater is connected to an "Off Peak"
hi-limit on both the upper and lower thermostats. Follow
the instructions to reset the hi-limit behind the upper and
lower access panels.
RESET BUTTON
Before beginning, turn "OFF" electrical power supply to the
waterheater. Fold the insulation back in place so that it completely covers
the thermostat and element.
Replacethe access panel.
Turn _ON _electric power to the waterheater.
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any access panels or servicing the water heater, make
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