Kenmore 153.31702 - Manual (Page 10)

Installation Instructions (cont’d)
Filling the Water Heater Wiring Diagrams
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 located on the lower
fiont 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.
A CAUTION
Never use this water heater unless it is completely full
of water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating
element, the tank must be filled with water. Water
must flow from the hot water faucet before turning
“ON” power.
Check all new water piping for leaks. Repair as needed-
Optional Cord Set Wiring
(120 Volt)
There may be a cord set supplied with the water heater at the
time of manufacture, if not one can be ordered through the
Parts Department, see “Repair Parts” section. Refer to figures on
this page for wiring diagrams.
120 VOLT CORD SET
GREEN
120 VOLT >VIRING
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