Latest reviews about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

CTDavester says "Kenmore 50 Gallon Electric Water Heater is worth every penny" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

CTDavester — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 18:10:07 GMT

I purchased it couple months ago but I decided not to purchase the installation since the cost was close to the cost of the water heater itself. After couple months I decided to try to install it myself and it was almost a piece of cake. Only issue was the removal of the old tank. It took about 1-2hours and the whole instalation was done and in less than an hour I took a first shower. Water was already hot for a long hot shower. The power misser 6 50 gallon is great, heats the water really fast there is no need to switch it to 5500 Watts just a waste of electricity, the 3800W is more than enough. I had 3 people shower one after another with the washing machine running and noone ran out of hot water. THe thermostat is very accurate, you can have it luke warm to scalding hot and I never had the valve blow up. I have it set to approx 130 degrees and the water at the tap when I measured was actually 129 degrees. I am very happy with this purchase and would recommend it to anyone who is looking......

MikeinCincinnati says "Kenmore 50 gal.Electric Hot Water Heater(32666)works perfectly." about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

MikeinCincinnati — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 17:53:13 GMT

The Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Hot Water Heater (32666) works perfectly as advertised. Installation was easy, the directions were clear, and it has worked well from day one. The hardest part of the whole process was removing the old water heater and getting it to the curb....

LionShooter says "Power Miser 6, 50 Gal. Trips breaker daily" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

LionShooter — Fri, 07 Jan 2011 05:12:07 GMT

3 yrs old, has worked well until this past month. Now it trips the internal breaker every night, has to be reset and wait 45 min. for a shower. Water temp is 120*. Very aggravating. Looking for a solution without having to call a technician....

edbladens says "Kenmore Power Miser 5" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

edbladens — Mon, 15 Nov 2010 01:21:45 GMT

This heater was purchased a year before i bought the house. I know cause i helped put it in. I have owned the house for 14 years. I have replaced only 2 elements since i have been there. and leaks? None here. Not only that but no rust anywhere on the unit. I would recomend this water heater to anyone. It may not be the same one but it is close. But thinking of replaceing it because of age just in case. Garranttee it will be this one.

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rayzor says "it's hot" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

rayzor — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 15:18:32 GMT

My model number may not match the one on the website, but I have the Kenmore Power Miser 12 (12 means it’s warranted for 12 years), 50 gallons, 320592, electric water heater which we have been using the past 9-1/2 years without problem. I was able to self-install this heater, a matter of connecting the power and the water inlet and outlet lines. I remember when I first connected it, we had hot water within about half hour of turning on the power. To prolong the life of the heater, I also installed a water filter to the inlet line. When I had removed the old water heater, I removed the heating element from the heater and found it full of crud and built-up particles, apparently the stuff that’s found in normal water straight from the water main. To save energy, I have also connected a water heater timer, but now the timer part doesn’t work, so I just turn the heater on and off with the manual override. Solar hot water is being promoted as one of the biggest energy savers for homeowners,...

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donaldrobinson says "Very good water heater that provides all hot water needed" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

donaldrobinson — Wed, 30 Jun 2010 13:24:55 GMT

I received the water heater at the local Sears store in Livingston, Texas. They checked if for any indication of damage and loaded it into my SUV for its trip to my home. I changed the lower element from 3800 watts to 5500 watts as indicated possible. This was a very easy conversion.

I installed the heater in about 30 minutes (after draining and removing the old water heater). It was a snap to install and connect to the electrical power. I turned the heater on and checked the hot water temperture the next day. It was about 110 degrees, a little to cool for me. I set the thermostats on the heater to 130 degrees and checked the temperature after 15 hours and it was maintaining 128 degrees which is where I had my old water heater set. It has been working great ever since and I expect to get a lot of service from the unit.

In addition, the price went down after I ordered the heater and Sears refunded the difference. I got a rebate, a 1% discount (card provided by Sears), and...

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chick320 says "Seemingly endless hot water supply! " about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

chick320 — Fri, 14 May 2010 15:26:58 GMT

Considering it's electric, 40 gallons didn't go too far...like my last water heater. The difference the extra 10 gallons makes is absolutely amazing!

However, I'd suggest buying the self-install kit, as opposed to paying for a Sears' contracted plumber. The number of issues I had, including a loss of ALL household water, due to shotty workmanship, were astronomical. Ask around with friends, and coworkers. ********** will even show you the easier connector to use, compared to what never would have needed replacing in my own home, had he used the simpler--and more effective--method.

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poeticsongmaker says "I Love having a Sears hot water heater!" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

poeticsongmaker — Tue, 09 Mar 2010 02:36:03 GMT

Hot water is one of my favorite things especially since I live in the very cold state of Maine.When my water tank went Sears came right over and installed a very nice 50 gallon power miser hot water tank.It keeps my water nice and hot for those cold and not so cold times that i need it.Thank you Sears!

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fastcactus says "No hot water" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Fri, 27 Feb 2009 03:15:04 GMT

The unit has been installed for one day, replacing a Kenmore that was still working after 22 yrs, still no hot water. Set the temps higher, water is hot, then cold within seconds. Very unhappy with this unit and Sears products....

Motthollow says "Good results" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 21:45:02 GMT

Reason for purchase: the brand X that came with our vacation house sprung a leak after being 10 years old. After seeing the low rating and reading the negative reviews I was hesitant to get this model, but the dimensions were perfect for what I could fit in my space. I'm glad I bought it because it was a snap to hook up (electric unit) and although I've only had it for a month, it works perfectly... plenty of hot water and quick recovery. I installed a Sears electric water heater in my other house many years ago and also installed one for my neighbor a couple years ago. I have no complaints whatsoever with Sears water heaters....

hotwaterheateruser says "Kenmore Power Miser 6, 50 gallon Electric Water He" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 23:30:16 GMT

I bought this water heater based on its specifications and price, despite some of the poor reviews shown here. The dimensions of the heater and the positions of the water and electrical hook-ups were similar to my old heater so installation was easy. This heater is excellent value for money and mine works without any problem. The thermostats allow adjustment between warm and scalding. The relief valve never blows. Unlike one reviewer I have never had a problem with the pilot light. Was never able to find it but was not too concerned as this is an electric heater. You can pay a lot more for a heater and I think all you'll get for the extra money is a second sacrificial anode. I'd rather save my money and replace the anode in 5 years....

Chavo says "good water heater" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 05:00:03 GMT

It is a good water heater, good price ($229), enough for 4 people taking a shower (both termostat set at 130F), easy to install (same as any). So far, i would buy this water heater again but that it just in my case....

BOWCAT says "GOOD WATER HEATER" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 08:30:15 GMT

I HAVE 4 KIDS AND I WAS TOLD THAT I AT LEAST AN 80 GALLON WATER HEATER,BUT I DID NOT HAVE ENOUGH SPACE.55 GALLON TANK WAS TO TALL SO I HAD TO GO WITH THE 50GALLON TANK WITH DUAL ELEMENTS ONE 5500 WATTS THE OTHER 3800 WATTS.DID NOT THINK THIS WATER HEATER WOULD KEEP UP WHEN EVERYBODY SHOWERED BUT TO MY SUPRISE IT DOES GREAT.HAVE NOT HAD A PROBLEM RUNNING OUT OF HOT WATER SINCE THE INSTALL.I AM VERY SATISFIED.BOTTOM T-STAT SET ON 140 AND TOP SET ON 120....

Pierre6 says "Best hot water heater yet" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Wed, 26 Dec 2007 22:45:22 GMT

This water heater has given me no trouble whatsoever. it is energy efficient and serves my needs well. pierre6...

cehifa says "Good product" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Sat, 27 Oct 2007 17:15:24 GMT

Very satisfied. Lasting over 10 years before element replacement needed....

fgraham says "very disappointed" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 02:45:03 GMT

I have replaced both thermostats and the pop off valve. If water temp is set at more than 2, the circuit breaker on the thermostats trip. In other words, I have water that is warmer than lukeworm but not hot enough to worry about scalding. The tank has started leaking around the pop off valve where the valve screws in the unit. Results--a flooded basement and a trip to the store to buy another hot water heater which definitely will not be the same unit. It is only 4 to 5 years old and I won't even bother with trying to hastle with the warranty...

Coemgen says "Very poor performance" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Fri, 25 May 2007 15:30:10 GMT

This water heater typically produces lukewarm water - even with the thermostats set high. The only time we get hot water from it is within an hour after it's been drained of the lukewarm water (such as after a long shower) and has had time (45 minutes or so) to reheat the tank. It seems the only time the heating elements are "on" is after the heater has been drained of the "lukewarm" water it usually produces. When I've turned up the thermostats we end up with lukewarm water most of the time and, occasionally, searing hot water. I'm loath to call a technician to look at this as it's $69 minimum charge for what is probably a design issue....

Bohica says "Thermostats went out" about Kenmore 50 gal. Medium Height Electric Water Heater (32666)

sears-feed — Wed, 04 Apr 2007 08:30:04 GMT

The unit kept tripping off due to water getting to hot. Sears would not provide new thermostats without charging me for labor even though it is a five minute "do it yourself job". The hot water heater is only 20 months old. The last hot water heater in the house lasted 31 years without any problems....