Owner's ManuaJ
®
POWER MISERTM 9
GAS WATER HEATER
FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.
NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.
NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.
MODEL NO.
153.339362 30 Gallon
153.339262 40 Gallon Short
153.339462 40 Gallon
153.339962 40 Gallon (L.P.)
153.339161 50 Gallon Short
153.339562 50 Gallon
153.339762 48 Gallon High Recovery
153.339640 65 Gallon
153,339580 65 Gallon High Recovery
• Safety instructions
• installation
• Operation
• Care and Maintenance
, Troubleshooting
, Parts List
For Your Safety
AN ODORANT tS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER•
C3 Technology ° Gas Water Heaters meet
the new ANSI Z21.10.1 standard that deals
with the accidental or unintended ignition of
flammable vapors, such as those emitted
by gasoline.
Read and understand instruction
manual and safety messages
before installing, operating or
servicing this water heater•
Failure to follow instructions and
safety messages could result in
death or serious injury.
Instruction manual must remain
with water heater.
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WARNING: if the information in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
--Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
-- WHAT TO DO IFYOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone in your building.
• immediately call your gas supplier
from a neighbor's phone. Follow the
gas supplier's instructions.
e tf you cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
--Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A
www.seats.comPRINTED 0607 184232-003
Yoursafetyandthesafetyofothersis extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater.
Many safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and on your own water heater to warn you and
others of a potential hazard. Read and obey all safety messages and instructions throughout this manual. It is very important that
the meaning of each safety message is understood by you and others who install, use or service this water heater.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety
messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible
injury or death.
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or injury.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or injury.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION used without the safety alert
symbol indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
in property damage.
All safety messages will generally tell you about the type of hazard, what can happen if you do not follow the safety message and
how to avoid the risk of injury.
The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn of
potential exposure to such substances.
This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. This
appliance can cause low level exposure to some of the substances listed, including formaldehyde, carbon monoxide, and soot.
IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS
Gas Supplier: The natural gas or propane utility or service who supplies gas for utilization by the gas burning
appliances within this application, The gas supplier typically has responsibility for the inspection and code approval of
gas piping up to and including the natural gas meter or propane storage tank of a building, Many gas suppliers also
offer service and inspection of appliances within the building,
© Sears, Roebuck and Co.
manual and safety messages
before installing, operating or
servicing this water heater.
Failure to follow instructions and
safety messages could result in
death or serious injury.
Instruction manual must remain
with water heater.
Fire Hazard
For continued protection against
riskef fire:
-Do not install water heater on
carpeted floor.
=Do not operate water heater if
flood damaged.
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°0) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death.
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest riskfor scald injury.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
Fire or Explosion Hazard
* Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
. Avoid all ignition sources if you smell LP gas.
. Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas
pressure.
. Use only gas shown on rating plate.
. Maintain required clearances to combustibles.
. Keep ignition sources away from faucets after
,, extended period of non-use.
Read instruction manual before
g, using _g
water heater.
- Overheated water can cause
water tankexplosion.
* Properly sized temperature
and pressure relief valve must
be installed in opening
provided.
Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas
. Install vent system in accordance with
codes.
o Do not operate water heater if flood
damaged.
• High altitude orifice must be installed for
j_!_i}_ _.o_:_-..,_,_ '''ti':'_ operation above 7,700 feet (2,347 m).
.,,:. ::,, ,_:.:._! • Do not operate if soot buildup.
.=::_::, ,,..:_:,. • Do not obstruct water heater air intake
with insulating jacket.
_,,Idm:i
'_i:_; _ " Do not place chemical vapor emitting!_ products near water heater.
b
= Gas and carbon monoxide detectors
are available.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
improper installation and use may result
in property damage.
. Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.
• Inspect and replace anode.
- Install in location with drainage.
- Fill tank with water before operation.
• Be alert for thermal expansion.
Refer to instruction manual for installation and service.
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE ......................................................................................................................2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................. 4
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES .........................................................................................................................................5
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................ 5
MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED .......................................................................................................................6
Material Needed ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Basic Tools ................................................................................................................................................................ 6
TYPICAL INSTALLATION ..........................................................................................................................................................7
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................................................................8-16
Removing the Old Water Heater ............................................................................................................................... 8
Facts to ConsiderAbout the Location .................................................................................................................. 9-10
Insulation Jackets ................................................................................................................................................... 10
Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances
in Unconfined Spaces ............................................................................................................................................. 11
Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances
in Confined Spaces ........................................................................................................................................... 11-12
Water Piping ...................................................................................................................................................... 12-13
T & P Valve and Pipe Insulation ............................................................................................................................. 13
Temperature Pressure Relief Valve ................................................................................................................... 13-14
Filling the Water Heater ..................................................................................................................................... 14-15
Venting ............................................................................................................................................................... 15-16
Gas Piping ......................................................................................................................................................... 16-17
Sediment Trap ........................................................................................................................................................ 17
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ......................................................................................................................................... 18-19
Lighting & Operating Label ..................................................................................................................................... 18
Temperature Regulation ......................................................................................................................................... 19
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................................................................................20-22
Tank (Sediment) Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................... 20
Venting System Inspection ..................................................................................................................................... 20
Burner Inspection ................................................................................................................................................... 20
Burner Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................................... 20
Housekeeping .................................................................................................................................................... 20-21
Anode Rod .............................................................................................................................................................. 21
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation .................................................................................................. 21-22
Draining ....................................................................................................................................................................
Drain Valve Washer Replacement .......................................................................................................................... 22
Service .................................................................................................................................................................... 22
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ........................................................................................................................................23-26
Start Up Conditions ........................................................................................................................................... 23-24
Thermal Expansion ........................................................................................................................................... 23
Strange Sounds ................................................................................................................................................ 23
Draft Hood Operation ........................................................................................................................................ 23
Condensation .................................................................................................................................................... 24
Smoke/Odor ...................................................................................................................................................... 24
Operational Conditions ...................................................................................................................................... 24-25
Smelly Odor ...................................................................................................................................................... 24
Air in Hot Water Faucets ................................................................................................................................... 25
High Temperature Shut-Off System .................................................................................................................. 24
Leakage Checkpoints ........................................................................................................................................ 25
Troubleshooting Items ............................................................................................................................................ 26
PARTS ORDER LIST .......................................................................................................................................................... 27-29
NOTES ................................................................................................................................................... 30-31
WARRANTY .................................................................................................................................................................................32
Thank You for purchasing a Kenmore water heater. Properly
installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free
service. If you should decide that you want the new water heater
professionally installed by Sears call 1-8O0-4-MY-HOME% They
will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized
contractors.
Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual:
CSA - Canadian Standards Association
ANSI -American National Standards institute
NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
ASME -American Society of Mechanical Engineers
GAMA - Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association
This gas-fired water heater is design certified by CSA
INTERNATIONAL under American National Standard/CSA
Standard for Gas Water Heaters ANSI Z21.10.1 • CSA 4.1
(current edition).
Read the "Safety Precautions" section, page 3 of this manual
first and then the entire manual carefully. If you don't follow
the safety rules, the water heater will not operate properly. It
could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation,
and maintenance of the gas-fired water heater. It also contains
warnings through out the manual that you must read and be
aware of. All warnings and all instructions are essential to the
proper operation of the water heater and your safety. Since
we cannot put everything on the first few pages, READ THE
ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR
OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.
• The installation must conform with these instructions and the
local code authority having jurisdiction. In the absence of local
codes, installations shall comply with the following:
In the United States: The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54. This publication is available from the
Canadian Standards Association, 8501 East Pleasant Valley
Rd, Cleveland Ohio 44131, or The National Fire Protection
Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
If after reading this manual you have any questions or do
not understand any portion of the instructions, call the Sears
Service Center.
Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the
water heater. Correct combustion, vent action, and vent
pipe installation are very important in preventing death
from possible carbon monoxide poisoning and fires. See
figure 1.
Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies
with the Facts to Consider About the Location section in this
manual.
For California installation this water heater must be braced,
anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during
an earthquake. See instructions for correct installation
procedures. Instructions may be obtained from your local
dealer, wholesaler, public utilities or California Office of the
State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be installed
in accordance with Massachusetts 248-CMR 2.00: State
Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00.
Complies with SCAQMD rule #1121 and districts having
equivalent NOx requirements.
RECOVERY DIMENSIONS iN
TANK RATE GALS. MINIMUM VENT INCHES (turn)
MODEL CAPACITY IN INPUT RATE PER HOUR @ PIPE iNCHES DIAMETER HEIGHT TO
NUMBERS GALS (LTRS) TYPE OF GAS (Btu/hr) 90° F RISE (ram) INCHES (rnm) JACKET TOP
153.339382 30 (114) NATURAL 40,000 41.5 3" (76) or 4" (102) I6" (406) 57 I/2" (I ,46I)
153.339282 40 (151) NATURAL 40,000 40.9 3" (76) or 4" (102) 20" (508) 47 I/4" (I ,200)
153.339482 40 (151) NATURAL 40,000 39.9 3" (76) or 4" (102) I8 1/2" (470) 55 I/2" (I ,410)
153.339982 40 (151) PROPANE 37,000 36.9 3" (76) or 4" (102) I8 1/2" (470) 55 I/2" (I ,410)
153.339161 50 (189) NATURAL 40,000 42.0 3" (76) or 4" (102) 24" (810) 48 3/4" (1,238)
153.339562 50 (189) NATURAL 40,000 40.9 3" (76) or 4" (102) 20" (508) 56 I/2" (1,435)
153.339762 48 (182) NATURAL 50,000 51.2 4" (102) 20" (508) 56 I/2" (1,435)
153.339640 65 (246) NATURAL 40,000 40.0 3" (76) or 4" (102) 22" (559) 60 I/4" (1,530)
153.339680 65 (246) NATURAL 65,000 67.0 4" (102) 24" (610) 60 I/4" (1,530)
5
MateriaJs Needed
To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these materials,
depending on your type of installation.
EXPANSION TANKS FOR
TH ERMAL EXPANSION
CONDITIONS AVAILABLE
iN 2 GALLONS
(7,6 LITERS) AND
5 GALLONS (18,9 LITERS)
CAPACITY HROUGH
LOCAL SEARS STORE
OR SERVICE CENTER.
i
N, NI
WATER HEATER iNSTALLATION KiT WITH
FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4"
(19,06 ram) OR 1/2" (12,7 ram) THREADED OR
COPPER PLUMBING AND FLEXIBLE WATER
HEATER GAS CONNECTOR WiTH FITTINGS.
' J//J
DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE iN
20" (506 ram) DIAMETER FOR
WATER HEATERS HAVING A
DIAMETER 18" (457 mm) OR
LESS, 24" (610ram) DIAMETER
FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING
A DIAMETER 22" (559 mm)
OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN
28" (711 rnm) DIAMETER FOR
WATER HEATERS HAVING A
DIAMETER 26" (660 ram) OR
LESS.
Basic Tools
You may or may not need all these tools, depending on your
type of installation. These tools can be purchased at your local
Sears Store.
Pipe Wrenches (2) 14" (356 ram)
Screwdriver
Tin Snips
6' (1.82 m) Tape or Folding Ruler
Garden Hose
Drill
Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape DRILL
SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
TIN SNIPS
ROLL OF TEFLON
TAPE (USE ONLY ON
WATER CONNECTIONS)
PiPE DOPE
(SQUEEZE TUBE)
USE FOR WATER AND GAS
CONNECTIONS
GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE PiPE WRENCH
Additional Tools Needed
When Sweat Soldering
Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw
Propane Tank
Soft Solder
Solder Flux
Emery Cloth
Wire Brushes
TUBING CUTTER
PROPANE
TORCH
HACKSAW
ROLL OF
EMERY CLOTH
3/4" (19 ram) WiRE BRUSH
1/2" (13 ram) WIRE BRUSH
ROLL OF LEAD-FREE
SOFT SOLDER
SOLDER
FLUX
GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS
A Vent Pipe
B Drafthood
C Anode
D Hot Water Outlet
E Outlet
F Flexible Water Connections
G Gas Supply
H Manual Gas Shut-off Valve
I Ground Joint Union
J Drip Leg (Sediment Trap)
K Inner Door
L Outer door
M Union
N Inlet Water Shut=off Valve
O Cold Water inlet
P Inlet Dip Tube
Q Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve
R Rating Plate
S Flue Baffle
T Thermostat
U Drain Valve
V Pilot and Main Burner
W F!ue
X Drain Pan
Y Thermostat Shield (optional)
Z Piezo Igniter
AA Air intake Screen
* INSTALL iN ACCORDANCE
WiTH LOCAL CODES.
* DRiP LEG AS REQUIRED
BY LOCAL CODES.
TO VENT TERMiNATiON
ON ROOF
iNSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION
TANK iF WATERHEATER IS
INSTALLED INA CLOSED
WATER SYSTEM
F_
D
\
W
V
/R
VACUUM RELIEF
VALVE
* INSTALL PER
LOCAL CODES
x
AA
K
*ALL PIPING MATERIALS TO BE L.-/_
SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMERS.
m
Y._ THERMOSTAT
COVER
(OPTIONAL)
FIGURE 1.
7
(T) THERMOSTAT
GASCONTROL KNOB
WATER TEMPERATURE
(ADJUSTING DIAL)
"OFF.... PILOT.... ON"
POSmON POSmON POSITION
TOP VIEW
(V) PILOT & MAIN BURNER
BURNERTUBE
PILOTTUBING
THERMOCOUPLE
TCO
MAiN BURNER
/
JRNER
the Old Water Heater
(9
FIGURE 2.
Q Turn "OFF" the to the
supply
gas
water heater.
If the main gas line shutoff valve
serving all gas appliances is
used, also shut "OFF" the gas
at each appliance. Leave all
gas appliances shut "OFF" until
the water heater installation is
completed, see Figures 2 and 3.
FIGURE 3,
Q Turn "OFF" the water to
supply
the water heater at the water shut
off valve or water meter. Some
installations require that the water
be turned off to the entire house,
see Figures 2 and 4.
FIGURE 4,
Check to make the is "OFF" to the water
again
sure
gas supply
heater. Then disconnect the gas supply connection from the
gas control valve.
• Burn hazard
• Hotwater discharge.
• Keep hands clear of drain
valve discharge.
Q Attach a hose to the water heater
drain valve and put the other end in
a floor drain or outdoors. Open the
water heater drain valve. Open a
nearby hot water faucet which will
relieve pressure in the water heater
and speed draining. The water
passing out of the drain valve may
be extremely hot. To avoid being
scalded, make sure all connections
are tight and that the water flow is
directed away from any person, see
Figures 2 and 5. FIGURE 5.
QDisconnect the vent from the draft hood where it connects
pipe
to the water heater. In most installations the vent pipe can
be lifted off after any screw or other attached devices are
removed. Dispose of the draft hood. The new water heater
has a draft hood which must be used for proper operation.
Q If have piping to the water heater, the two
you copper copper
water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately four
inches away from where they connect to the water heater,
see Figure 6. This will avoid cutting off pipes too short.
Additional cuts can be made later if necessary. Disconnect the
temperature-pressure relief valve drain line. When the water
heater is drained, disconnect the hose from the drain valve.
Close the drain valve. The water heater is now completely
disconnected and ready to be removed.
FIGURE 6,
If you have galvanized pipes to the water heater, loosen
the two galvanized pipes with a pipe wrench at the union in
each line. Also disconnect the piping remaining to the water
heater, see Figure 7. These pieces should be saved since
they may be needed when reconnecting the new water heater.
Disconnect the temperature-pressure relief valve drain line.
When the water heater is drained, disconnect the hose from
the drain valve. Close the drain valve. The water heater
is now completely disconnected and ready to be removed.
Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the
old water heater. This causes the water heater to be much
heavier than normal and this residue, if spilled out, could
cause staining.
FIGURE 7,
Facts to Consider About the Location
Carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater,
because the placement is a very important consideration for the
safety of the occupants in the building and for the most economical
use of the appliance. This water heater is not for use in
manufactured (mobile) homes or outdoor installation.
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water
heater in a new location, the following critical points must be
observed:
Select a location indoors as close as practical to the gas
vent or chimney to which the water heater vent is going to be
connected, and as centralized with the water piping system
as possible.
• Selected location must provide adequate clearances for
servicing and proper operation of the water heater.
Devices that will turn off the gas supply to a gas water heater
while at the same time shutting off its water supply.
Fire or Explosion Hazard
* Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
. Avoid all ignition sources if you smell LP gas.
. Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas
pressure.
. Use only gas shown on rating plate.
. Maintain required clearances to combustibles.
. Keep ignition sources away from faucets after
,, extended period of non-use.
Read instruction manual before
installing, using or servicing
water heater.
Property Damage Hazard
• All water heaters eventually leak
• Do not install without adequate drainage.
Installation of the water heater must be accomplished in such
a manner that if the tank or any connections should leak, the
flow will not cause damage to the structure. For this reason, it
is not advisable to install the water heater in an attic or upper
floor. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain
pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are
available at your local hardware store. Such a drain pan must
have a minimum length and width of at least 2 inches (51 mm)
greater that the water heater dimensions and must be piped to an
adequate drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow.
Water heater life depends upon water quality, water pressure
and the environment in which the water heater is installed. Water
heaters are sometimes installed in locations where leakage may
result in property damage, even with the use of a drain pan piped
to a drain. However, unanticipated damage can be reduced or
prevented by a leak detector or water shut-oft device used in
conjunction with a piped drain pan. These devices are available
from some plumbing supply wholesalers and retailers, and detect
and react to leakage in various ways:
• Sensors mounted in the drain pan that trigger an alarm or turn
off the incoming water to the water heater when leakage is
detected.
• Sensors mounted in the drain pan that turn off the water supply
to the entire home when water is detected in the drain pan.
• Water supply shut-oft devices that activate based on the water
pressure differential between the cold water and hot water
pipes connected to the water heater.
INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
(VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED
(GARAGES, STORAGE AND UTILITYAREAS, ETC.): Flammable
liquids (such as gasoline, solvents, propane [LP or butane, etc.]
and other substances such as adhesives, etc.) emit flammable
vapors which can be ignited by a gas water heater's pilot light or
main burner. The resulting flashback and fire can cause death
or serious burns to anyone in the area. Even though this water
heater is a flammable vapors ignition resistant water heater and
is designed to reduce the chances of flammable vapors being
ignited, gasoline and other flammable substances should never
be stored or used in the same vicinity or area containing a gas
water heater or other open flame or spark producing appliance.
Also, the water heater must be located and/or protected so it is
not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.
Fire Hazard
For continued protection against
riskof fire:
,Do not install water heater on
carpeted floor.
-Do not operate water heater if
flood damaged.
This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.
Carpeting must be protected by metal or wood panel beneath
the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the
appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if
the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor
must be covered by the panel. Failure to heed this warning may
result in a fire hazard.
Fire or E×plosion Hazard
Read instruction manual before installing,
using or servicing water heater.
• Improper use may result in fire or
explosion.
• Maintain required clearances to
combustibles.
Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible
construction are 0 inch at the sides and rear, 4 inches (102 mm)
at the front, and 6 inches (153 mm) from the vent pipe, see Figure
8. Clearance from the top of the jacket is 12 inches (305 mm)
on most models. Note that a lesser dimension may be allowed
on some models, refer to the label attached adjacent to the gas
control valve on the water heater.
TOP VIEW TOP VIEW
OF CLOSET OF CLOSET
WITHOUT DOOR WITH DOOR
0" MIN.
4" MIN.
(104 mm}
_12" MAX. (30 cm)
VENTIA_R TION
VT_:_ 12" MAX.
(3ocm}
FRONT VIEW
OF DOOR
FIGURE 9.
If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops,
cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry
cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the water heater or
water heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation
air be taken directly from outdoors (direct vent).
Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds, (cleaners,
chlorine based chemicals, refrigerants, etc.) in addition to being highly
flammable in many cases, will also change to corrosive hydrochloric
acid when exposed to the combustion products of the water heater.
The results can be hazardous, and also cause product failure.
Insulation Blankets
Insulation blankets available to the general public for external use
on gas water heaters are not necessary with Kenmore products.
The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby
heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters. Your Kenmore
water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy
Conservation Act standards with respect to insulation and standby
loss requirements, making an insulation blanket unnecessary.
FIGURE 8.
Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas
i
Install water heater in accordance
with the instruction manual and
NFPA 54
To avoid injury, combustion and
ventilation air must be taken from
outdoors.
Do not place chemical vapor
emitting products near water
heater.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the correct
amount of air for combustion, see Figure 9. Do not install in a
confined area such as a closet, unless you provide air as shown
in the Locating The New Water Heater section. Never obstruct
the flow of ventilation air. If you have any doubts or questions at
all, call your gas supplier. Failure to provide the proper amount of
combustion air can result in a fire or explosion and cause death,
serious bodily injury, or property damage.
Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas
- Do not obstruct water heater air
intake with insulating blanket
- Gas and carbon monoxide detectors
are available.
o Install water heater in accordance
with the instruction manual.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
10
A WARNING
Should you choose to apply an insulation blanket to this
heater, you should follow these instructions (See Figure 1 for
identification of components mentioned below). Failure to follow
these instructions can restrict the air flow required for proper
combustion, potentially resulting in fire, asphyxiation, serious
personal injury or death.
• Do not apply insulation to the top of the water heater, as this
will interfere with safe operation of the draft hood.
• Do not cover the outer door, thermostat or temperature &
pressure relief valve.
• Do not allow insulation to come within 2" (50.8 mm) of the floor
to prevent blockage of combustion air flow to the burner.
• Do not cover the instruction manual. Keep it on the side of
the water heater or nearby for future reference.
• DoobtainnewwarningandinstructionlabelsfromSearsfor
placementontheblanketdirectlyovertheexistinglabels.
• Doinspecttheinsulationblanketfrequentlytomakecertain
itdoesnotsag,therebyobstructingcombustionairflow.
Combustion Air and Ventilation for
A_0#liances Located in Unconfined Spaces
UNCONFINED SPACE is space whose volume is not less than
50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 ms per kW) of the
aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space.
Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the
appliances are installed, through openings not furnished with
doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space.
In unconfined spaces in buildings, infiltration may be adequate
to provide air for combustion, ventilation and dilution of flue
gases. However, in buildings of tight construction (for example,
weather stripping, heavily insulated, caulked, vapor barrier,
etc.), additional air may need to be provided using the methods
described in Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances
Located in Confined Spaces.
Combustion Air and Ventilation for
A_0#liances Located in Confined Spaces
CONFINED SPACE is a space whose volume is less than
50 cubic feet per 1,0go Btu per hour (4.8 ms per kW) of the
aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space.
A. ALLAIR FROM INSIDE BUILDINGS:
(See Figure 9 on page 9 and Figure 10 below)
The confined space shall be provided with two permanent
openings communicating directly with an additional room(s) of
sufficient volume so that the combined volume of all spaces
meets the criteria for an unconfined space. The total input of all
gas utilization equipment installed in the combined space shall
be considered in making this determination. Each opening shall
have a minimum free area of one square inch per 1,0O0 Btu per
hour (22 cm2/kW) of the total input rating of all gas utilization
equipment in the confined space, but not less than 100 square
inches (645 cm2). One opening shall commence within 12 inches
(30 cm) of the top and one commencing within 12 inches (30
cm) of the bottom of the enclosures.
CHIMNEY OR GAS VENT
FIGURE 10.
B. ALL AIR FROM OUTDOORS: (See Figures 9, 11,12 and 13)
The confined space shall be provided with two permanent
openings, one commencing within 12 inches (30 cm) of the top
and one commencing within 12 inches (30 cm) from the bottom
of the enclosure. The openings shall communicate directly, or
by ducts, with the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic) that freely
communicate with the outdoors.
CHIMNEY OR
GAS VENT VENTILATION LOUVERS
OUTLET AIR
'WATER HEATER
FURNACE
*INLET AIR DUCT
ALT, INLETAIR VENTILATION LOUVERS
FIGURE 11.
When directly communicating with the outdoors, each opening
shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 4,000
Btu per hour (5.5 cm2/kW) of total input rating of all equipment
in the enclosure. See Figure 12.
When communicating with the outdoors through vertical
ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area of
1 square inch per 4,000 BTU per hour (5.5 cm2/kW) of total
input rating of all equipment in the enclosure. See Figure 12.
CH'%O,t #O.C:,VERs
TTIC)
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FIGURE 12.
When communicating with the outdoors through horizontal
ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1
square inch per 2,000 BTU per hour (11 cm2/kW) of total input
rating of all equipment in the enclosure. See Figure 13.
When ducts are used, they shall be of the same cross-sectional
area as the free area of the openings to which they connect.
The minimum short side dimension of rectangular air ducts
shall not be less than 3 inches (76.2 mm). See Figure 13.
IIIII_-=FlIIIL,uRN, "'
OUTLET AIR DUCT
INLET AIR DUCT
FIGURE 13,
Alternatively a single permanent opening may be used when
communicating directly with the outdoors, or with spaces that
freely communicate with the outdoors. The opening shall
have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 3,000 BTU
per hour (8.3 cm2/kW) of total input rating of all equipment in
the enclosure. See Figure 14.
OR
GAS VENT
OPENING
LOCATION
FIGURE 14,
Louvers and Grilles: In calculating free area, consideration
shall be given to the blocking effect of louvers, grilles or
screens protecting openings. Screens used shall not be
smaller than 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) mesh. If the free area through
a design of louver or grille is known, it should be used in
calculating the size opening required to provide the free area
specified. If the design and free area is not known, it may be
assumed that wood louvers will be 20-25 percent free area
and metal louvers and grilles will have 60-75 percent free
area. Louvers and grilles shall be fixed in the open position
or interlocked with the equipment so that they are opened
automatically during equipment operation.
Special Conditions Created by Mechanical Exhausting or
Fireplaces: operation of exhaust fans, ventilation systems,
clothes dryers or fireplaces may create conditions requiring
special attention to avoid unsatisfactory operation of installed
gas utilization equipment.
Water Pi_
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death.
Children, elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest riskfor scald injury.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD:
Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water
heated to a temperature which will satisfy space heating,
clothes washing, dish washing, cleaning and other sanitizing
needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact.
Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by
hot water than others. These include the elderly, children, the
infirm, or physically/mentaly handicapped. Ifanyone using hot
water in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a
local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water
at the hot water tap, then you must take special precautions.
In addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting
that satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a *mixing
valve, should be used at the hot water taps used by these
people or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at
plumbing supply or hardware stores. See Figure 15. Valves
for reducing point of use temperature by mixing cold and hot
water are also available. Follow manufacturer's instructions
for installation of the valves. Before changing the factory
setting on the thermostat, read the Temperature Regulation
section in this manual.
NOT WATER COLD WATER
oO ET
TEMPERE[
WATER OUTLET
TO COLD WATER
TO CN(LET ON
FROM WATER HEATER
*MIXING HOT WATER
VALVE OUTLET ON
WATER HEATER
FIGURE 15,
Toxic Chemical Hazard
• Do not connect to non-potable water system.
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Thiswaterheatershallnotbeconnectedtoanyheating
systemsorcomponent(s)usedwithanon-potablewaterheating
appliance.
Allpipingcomponentsconnectedtothisunitforspaceheating
applicationsshallbesuitableforusewithpotablewater.
Toxicchemicals,suchasthoseusedforboilertreatmentshall
notbeintroducedintothissystem.
Watersupplysystemsmay,becauseofsucheventsashighline
pressure,frequentcut-offsortheeffectsofwaterhammerhave
installeddevicessuchaspressurereducingvalves,checkvalves,
backflowpreventers,etc.tocontrolthesetypesofproblems.
Whenthesedevicesarenotequippedwithaninternalby-pass,
andnoothermeasuresaretaken,thedevicescausethewater
systemtobeclosed.Aswaterisheated,itexpands(thermal
expansion)andclosedsystemsdonotallowfortheexpansion
ofheatedwater.
Thewaterwithinthewaterheatertankexpandsasitisheated
andincreasesthepressureofthewatersystem.Iftherelieving
pointofthewaterheater'stemperature-pressurereliefvalve
isreached,thevalvewillrelievetheexcesspressure.The
temperature-pressurerelief valve is not intended for the
constant relief of thermal expansion. This is an unacceptable
condition and must be corrected. It is recommended that any
devices installed which could create a closed system have a
by-pass and/or the system have an expansion tank to relieve the
pressure built by thermal expansion in the water system. Refer
to the Thermal Expansion section under Troubleshooting Guide
or contact local plumbing authority or local Sears Service Center
on how to control this situation.
NOTE: To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and cold
water fittings, it is strongly recommended that di-electric
unions or couplings be installed on this water heater when
connected to copper pipe.
Property Damage Hazard
• Avoid water heater damage.
• Install thermal expansion tank if necessary.
. Do not apply heat to cold water inlet.
. Contact qualified installer or Sears Service Center.
Look at the top of the water heater. The cold water inlet is
marked "COLD". Put two or three turns of Teflon tape around
the threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling and
around both ends of the 314" NPT threaded nipple. Using
flexible connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the cold
water inlet of the water heater.
NOTE: This water heater is super insulated to minimize
heat loss from the tank. Further reduction in heat loss
can be accomplished by insulating the hot water lines
from the water heater.
INSTALLATION COMPLETED USING
INSTALLATION KiT
FLEXIBLE
WATER
CONNECTORS
HOT WATER COLD WATER
____ODTLET ,j2% T
CODPUNG_ COUPLING
DRAFT HOOD
TENPERATURE"
"4F--'--PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
__R _'--_ DISCHARGE PIPE
{Do net cap or plug)
'_"-_ FLOOR DRAIN
FIGURE 16.
T & P Valve and Pipe insulation
Remove insulation for T & P valve and pipe connections from
carton.
Figure 16 shows the typical attachment of the water piping to
the water heater. The water heater is equipped with 3/4" NPT
water connections.
NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter
before attaching the adapter to the cold water inlet
connection. Do not solder the cold water supply line directly
to the cold water inlet. It will harm the dip tube and damage
the tank.
Look at the top cover of the water heater. The water outlet is
marked "HOT". Put two or three turns of Teflon tape around the
threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling and around
both ends of the 3/4" NPT threaded nipple. Using flexible
connectors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet
on the water heater.
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PiPE
iNSULATION FLUE PiPE
FIGURE 16A.
Fit pipe insulation over the incoming cold water line and the hot
water line. Make sure that the insulation is against the top cover
of the heater.
FitT&Pvalveinsulationovervalve.Makesurethattheinsulation
doesnotinterferewiththeleverorblockthedischargeopening
oftheT&Pvalve.
Secureallinsulationusingtape.
HOT WATER
OUTLET
COLD WATER
INLET
SHUTOFF
VALVE
Temperature=Pressure Relief Valve
• J,!_.
Explosion Hazard
= Temperature-pressure relief valve
must comply with ANSI Z21.22
and ASME code.
- Properly sized temperature-
pressure relief valve must be
installed in opening provided.
• Can result in overheating and
excessive tank pressure.
- Can cause serious injuryor death.
DRAFT HOOD
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
(OPTIONAL TOP T&P RELIEF
VALVE NOT SHOWN)
(DO NOT CAP OR PLUG)
FLOOR DRAIN
FIGURE 17,
Water Damage Hazard
oTemperature-pressure relief valve discharge
pipe must terminate at adequate drain.
This heater is provided with a properly certified combination
temperature - pressure relief valve by the manufacturer.
The valve is certified by a nationally recognized testing
laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of
listed equipment as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves
and Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 and the code
requirements of ASME.
If replaced, the valve must meet the requirements of local codes,
but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief
valve certified as indicated in the above paragraph.
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to
exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water
heater (150 psi = 1,035kPa) and a discharge capacity not less than
the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating plate.
For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve must not
be removed from its designated opening nor plugged.
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be installed directly
into the fitting of the water heater designed for the relief valve.
Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that any
discharge will exit only within 6 inches (153 mm) above, or
at any distance below the structural floor, see Figure 17. Be
certain that no contact is made with any live electrical part.
The discharge opening must not be blocked or reduced in
size under any circumstances. Excessive length, over 30 feet
(9.14 m), or use of more than four elbows can cause restriction
and reduce the discharge capacity of the valve.
No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the relief
valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing directly to discharge
drain unless a 6 inch air gap is provided. To prevent bodily
injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must
be allowed to discharge water in quantities should circumstances
demand. If the discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other
suitable means, the water flow may cause property damage.
The Discharge Pipe:
• Shall not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the
valve, or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions.
• Shall not be plugged or blocked.
• Shall be of material listed for hot water distribution.
• Shall be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the
temperature-pressure relief valve, and the discharge pipe.
• Shall terminate at an adequate drain or external to the structure.
• Shall not have any valve between the relief valve and tank.
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death.
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest risk for scald injury.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
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Thetemperature-pressurereliefvalvemustbemanuallyoperated
atleastonceayear.Cautionshouldbetakentoensurethat
(1)nooneisinfrontoforaroundtheoutletofthetemperature-
pressurereliefvalvedischargeline,and(2)thewatermanually
dischargedwillnotcauseanybodilyinjuryorpropertydamage
becausethewatermaybeextremelyhot.
Ifaftermanuallyoperatingthevalve,itfailstocompletely
resetandcontinuestoreleasewater,immediatelyclose
thecoldwaterinlettothewaterheater,followthedraining
instructions,andreplacethetemperature-pressurereliefvalve
withanewone.
the Water Heater
Property Damage Hazard
- Avoid water heater damage.
- Fill tank with water before operating.
Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water.
To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be filled with water.
Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON"
gas to the water heater.
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 on the lower front 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.
• Check all water piping and connections for leaks. Repair as
needed.
VENT DAMPERS - Any vent damper, whether it is operated
thermally or otherwise must be removed if its use inhibits proper
drafting of the water heater.
Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water heaters
having thermal efficiency in excess of 80% may produce a
relatively low flue gas temperature. Such temperatures may
not be high enough to properly open thermally operated vent
dampers. This would cause spillage of the flue gases and may
cause carbon monoxide poisoning.
Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification as complying
with the current edition of the American National Standard
ANSI Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67, respectively, cover electrically
and mechanically actuated vent dampers). Before installation
of any vent damper, consult your local Sears Service Center or
the local gas supplier for further information.
Breathing Hazard =Carbon Monoxide Gas
• Vent dampers must be certified
in accordance with ANSI Z21.68.
• Vent damper must permit proper
drafting of water heater.
:':'_:.:._q;:_AIIk'":'_:_:° .:_[, • Install properlysizedventing.
'_:',;_¢i:.;Li ,:_:%f._::_ Do not install without venting
;:.[:_;.> outdoors.
• Do not install without drafthood.
,_w_w..;._,,=,_-_a_*.-'_-?II_i_ " If common vented install in
_;_t:5:_ accordance with NFPA 54.
_m" _---';J'qlv _ -_ • Be alert for obstructed or deterio-
rated vent system to avoid
_ serious injurg or death.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
To insure proper venting of this gas-fired water heater, the
correct vent pipe diameter must be utilized. Any additions or
deletions of other gas appliances on a common vent with this
water heater may adversely affect the operation of the water
heater. Consult your gas supplier if any such changes are
planned. For replacement heater installations where using pre-
existing venting, venting must be inspected for obstructions and
if deterioration is present, venting must be replaced.
For proper venting in certain installations, a larger diameter vent
pipe may be necessary. Consult your local Sears Service Center
or gas supplier to aid you in determining the proper venting for
your water heater from the vent tables in the current edition of
the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
Periodically check the venting system for signs of obstruction or
deterioration and replace if needed.
The combustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed.
The water heater with draft hood installed must be connected
to a chimney or listed vent pipe system, which terminates to the
outdoors. Never operate the water heater unless it is vented
to the outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks of
improper operation, explosion or asphyxiation.
For proper draft hood attachment, the draft hood legs may
be angled slightly inward.
Place the draft hood legs in the receiving holes on the top
of the water heater. The legs will snap in the holes to give a
tight fit. Secure two legs to top with sheet metal screws.
Place the vent pipe over the draft hood. With the vent pipe
in position, drill a small hole through both the vent pipe and
draft hood. Secure them together with a sheet metal screw.
See Figure 18.
Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present serious
health risk or asphyxiation.
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o T.ooo vENT4
Be sure vent pipe is properly connected to prevent escape of
dangerous flue gases which could cause deadly asphyxiation.
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur
if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors. Spray can
propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air conditioner
refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium and sodium
chloride, waxes, bleach and process chemicals are typical
compounds which are potentially corrosive.
Gas Pi iping
FIGURE 18,
The vent pipe from the water heater must be no less than the
diameter of the draft hood outlet on the water heater and must
slope upward at least 1/4 inch per linear foot (21 mm per meter).
See Figure 19.
CHI NEY
FIGURE 19,
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Do not use water heater with
any gas other than the gas
shown onthe rating plate.
Excessive pressure to gas
control valve can cause serious
injury or death.
Turn off gas lines during
installation.
Contact qualified installer or
service agency.
All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the
structure (dwelling). Install only the draft hood provided with the
new water heater and no other draft hood.
Vent pipes must be secured at each joint with sheet metal screws.
There must be a minimum of 6 inches (153 mm) clearance
between single wall vent pipe and any combustible material.
Fill and seal any clearance between single wall vent pipe
and combustible material with mortar mix, cement, or other
noncombustible substance. For other than single wall, follow
vent pipe manufacturer's clearance specifications. To insure a
tight fit of the vent pipe in a brick chimney, seal around the vent
pipe with mortar mix cement.
Breathing Hazard =Carbon Monoxide Gas
_*,[i2 °
- Flue gases may escape if vent
pipe is not connected.
- Do not store corrosive chemicals
in vicinity ofwater heater.
• Chemical corrosion of flue and
vent system can cause serious
injury or death.
- Contact a qualified installer or
service agency.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage
or death. Always read and understand instruction manual,
Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the
model rating plate. The inlet gas pressure must not exceed
14 inch water column (3.5kPa) for natural and propane gas (L.P.)
gas. The minimum inlet gas pressure listed on the rating plate
is for the purpose of input adjustment. If the gas control valve
is subjected to pressures exceeding 1/2 pound per square inch
(3.5kPa), the damage to the gas control valve could result in a
fire or explosion from leaking gas.
If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas appliances is used, also
turn "OFF" the gas at each appliance. Leave all gas appliances
shut "OFF" until the water heater installation is complete.
A gas line of sufficient size must be run to the water heater.
Consult the current edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54 and your gas supplier concerning pipe size.
There must be:
• A readily accessible manual shut off valve in the gas supply
line serving the water heater, and
• A drip leg (sediment trap) ahead of the gas control valve to
help prevent dirt and foreign materials from entering the gas
control valve.
• A flexible gas connector or a ground joint union between
the shut off valve and control valve to permit servicing of
the unit.
Be sure to check all the gas piping for leaks before lighting the
water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open
flame. Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.
Failure to have required clearances between vent piping and The minimum inlet gas pressure shown on the rating plate is that
combustible material will result in a fire hazard, which will permit firing at the rated input.
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Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas
- High altitude orifice must be installed for
operation above 7,700 feet (2,347 m).
• Contact a qualified installer or service
agency.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
Sediment Traps
Fire and Explosion Hazard
• Contaminants in gas lines can
cause fire or explosion.
• Clean all gas piping before
installation.
• Install drip leg in accordance with
NFPA 54.
Water heaters covered in this manual have been tested and
approved for installation at elevations up to 7,700 feet (2,347 m)
above sea level. For installation above 7,700 feet (2,347m), the
water heater's Btu input should be reduced at the rate of 4 percent
for each 1,000 feet (305 m) above sea level which requires
replacement of the burner orifice in accordance with the current
edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
Contact your local gas supplier for further information.
Failure to replace the standard orifice with the proper high
altitude orifice when installed at elevations above 7,700 feet
(2,347m) could result in improper and inefficient operation of
the appliance, producing carbon monoxide gas in excess of the
safe limits. This could result in serious injury or death. Contact
your local gas supplier for any specific changes that may be
required in your area.
Fire and Explosion Hazard
• Use joint compound or tape
com patible with propane,
° Leak test before operating
heater.
• Disconnect gas piping and
shut-off valve before pressure
testing systern.
Use pipe joint compound or Teflon tape marked as being resistant
to the action of petroleum (Propane [L.R]) gases.
The appliance and its gas connection must be leak tested before
placing the appliance in operation.
The appliance and its individual shutoff valve shall be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of
1/2 pound per square inch (3.5 kPa). It shall be isolated from
the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual
shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 pound per
square inch (3.5 kPa).
Connecting the gas piping to the gas control valve of the water
heater can be accomplished by either of the two methods shown
in Figures 20 and 21.
Contaminants in the gas lines may cause improper operation
of the gas control valve that may result in fire or explosion.
Before attaching the gas line be sure that all gas pipe is clean
on the inside. To trap any dirt or foreign material in the gas
supply line, a drip leg (sometimes called a sediment trap) must
be incorporated in the piping. The drip leg must be readily
accessible. Install in accordance with the Gas Piping section.
Refer to the current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.
A sediment trap shall be installed as close to the inlet of the water
heater as practical at the time of water heater installation. The
sediment trap shall be either a tee fitting with a capped nipple
in the bottom outlet or other device recognized as an effective
sediment trap. If a tee fitting is used, it shall be installed in
conformance with one of the methods of installation, shown in
Figures 19 and 20.
GROUND JOINT
UNION
(OPTIONAL)
w
3" MIN.
(76.2 rnrn)
_-" GAS CONTROL
CAP
FIGURE 20, GAS PiPiNG WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR,
GROUND JOINT'-_
UNION _ BLACKPiPE ffSSt
(OPTIONAL) _ ,/ ___
r _ GAS
,"O,N.f II O.,PLEO
(76.2 mm_ [ (SEDIMENT TRAP)
CAP
17
FIGURE 21. GAS PiPiNG WITH ALL
BLACK IRON PIPE TO GAS CONTROL.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
_IL WARNING: If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
BEFORE OPERATING: ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED WiTH WATER AND AiR PURGED FROM ALL LINES.
A. This appliance has a pilot which is lit by a piezo electric
gas ignition system. Do not open the inner door of the
appliance and try to light the pilot by hand.
B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area
for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some
gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone
in your building,
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
C.
D.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.
Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or
turn by hand, don't try to repair it, call a qualified service
technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a
fire or explosion.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately contact a qualified installer or
service agency to replace a flooded water heater. Do
not attempt to repair the unit[ It must be replaced!
LiGHTiNG iNSTRUCTiONS
GAB CONTROL KNOB
GAS CONTROL
FIGURE "A"
"OFF POSiTiON
FIGURE "B" FIGURE "C"
"PILOT" POSITION "ON" POSITION
TOP KNOB
MAIN BURNER
/
r ,
FIGURE "D"
A
1. f_'_ STOP! Read the safety information
above on this label.
2. Set the thermostat to lowest setting (PILOT LIGHTING).
Turn thermostat dial fully clockwise f'_ until it stops.
3. Push the gas control knob down slightly and turn
clockwise f'_ to "OFF", SEE FIGURE "A".
NOTE: Knob CANNOT be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF"
unless it is pushed down slightly. Do not force.
4. Remove the outer burner door located below the gas
control.
5. Wait five (5) minutes to clear out any gas. If you
then smell gas, (_) STOP! Follow "B" in the safety
information above on this label. If you don't smell gas,
go to next step.
6. This unit is equipped with a push button pilot igniter,
which is used to light the pilot. Locate the igniter on the
gas control.
7. Turn gas control knob counterclockwise _'_ to"PILOT",
SEE FIGURE "B".
8. The pilot is located on the right side of the burner. It can
be located by looking through the glass view port while
pressing the piezo igniter button several times. Look for
a spark at the pilot location, FIGURE "D".
9. Once the pilot has been found, push the gas knob all
the way down. Immediately press the pilot igniter button
rapidly (4) to (5) times. Ifthe pilot will not light, repeat step
(3) through (9).
10. Continue to hold the gas control knob down for about one
(1) minute after the pilot is lit. Release the gas control knob
and it will pop back up. Pilot should remain lit. If itgoes out,
repeat step (3) through (9). It may take several minutes
for air to clear the lines before the pilot will light.
• If knob does not pop up when released, stop and
immediately call your service technician or gas supplier.
• If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas
control knob clockwise f'_ to "OFF" and call your service
technician or gas supplier. SEE FIGURE "A".
11. Once the pilot flame is established replace the outer
burner door.
12. At arms length away, turn gas control knob
counterclockwise _ to "ON". SEE FIGURE "C".
13. Set thermostat to desired setting.
DANGER: Hotter water increases the risk of
scald injury. Consult the instruction manual
before changing temperature.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
ll. Set thermostat to the lowest setting (PILOT LIGHTING). 2. Push gas control knob down slightly and turn clockwise
f'_ to "OFF". Do not force. SEE FIGURE "A".
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Tem_ulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water
temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F °(16.7 C°) higher
or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death.
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest riskforscald injury.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to
produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy space heating, clothes washing, dish washing, and other
sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon
contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently injured
by hot water than others. These include the elderly, children,
the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone using
hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is
a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water
at the hot water tap, then you must take special precautions. In
addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that
satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve,
should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or
at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing
supply or hardware stores. Follow manufacturer's instructions for
installation of the valves. Before changing the thermostat setting,
see Figures 22 and 23. Using the lowest hot water temperature
that meets your needs will also provide the most energy efficient
operation of the water heater.
THE WATER HEATER SHOULD BE LOCATED INAN AREAWHERE
THE GENERAL PUBLIC DOES NOT HAVEACCESS. IFASUITABLE
AREA IS NOT AVAILABLE, A COVER SHOULD BE INSTALLED
OVER THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT TAMPERING. Suitable
covers are available through the Sears Service Center.
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw
their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped person
unattended in a bathtub or shower.
NOTE: Awater temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C)
is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its
lowest position (PILOT LIGHTING). It is adjustable and must be
reset to the desired temperature setting to reduce the risk of scald
injury. The mark (A) indicative of approximately 120°F (49°C)
is preferred starting point. Some states have a requirement for
a lower setting.
Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( f_ ) to decrease
the temperature, or counterclockwise ( _ ) to increase the
temperature.
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn
off the manual gas control valve to the appliance.
[
CONTROL KNOB
0 Q _"_-\ PIEZO
IGNITER
GENERATOR
3 Q
THERMOSTAT
"_m_f_ DiAL
FIGURE 22.
VERY HOT= approx. I60°F (71°C)
C = approx. I50°F (66°C)
B = approx. 140°F (60°C)
A = approx. I30°F (54°C)
A = approx. 120°F (49°C)
LOW = approx. 80°F (27°C)
About I/2 second
About 1-1/2 seconds
Less than 5 seconds
About 30 seconds
More than 5 minutes
FIGURE 23.
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Tank Sediment Cleanin Burner inspection
Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying
amount of noise and if left in the tank will cause permanent
tank failure, in some water areas, you may not be able to
drain all sediment deposits by simply draining the tank. In
these cases Mag-Erad (part no. 23600) can be used to help
remove the sediment deposits. This may be ordered from the
Sears Service Center. For ordering, refer to the Parts Order
List section.
Vent System inspection
Flood damage to a water heater may not be readily visible or
immediately detectable. However, over a period of time a flooded
water heater will create dangerous conditions which can cause
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Contact a Sears Service Center to replace a flooded water heater.
Do not attempt to repair the unit! It must be replaced!
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the
main burner and pilot burner. See Figure 24.
You should check for sooting. Soot is not normal and will impair
proper combustion.
Carbon Monoxide and Fire Hazard
• Flue gases may escape if vent pipe
is not connected.
• Be alert for obstructed, sooted or
_"_._i!i!i! deteriorated vent system to avoid
:_:_'_t,_._ serious injury or death.
• • Do not store corrosive chemicals
__ in vicinity of water heater.
• Chemical corrosion of flue and vent
system can cause serious injury or
death.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires correction
before further use. Turn "OFF" gas to water heater and
leave off until repairs are made, because failure to correct the
cause of the sooting can result in a fire causing death, serious
injury, or property damage.
FIGURE 24,
Burner Cleanin
Fire or Explosion Hazard
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the
venting system. You should look for:
Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The
combustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed.
Damage or deterioration which could cause improper venting
or leakage of combustion products.
Rusted flakes around top of water heater.
Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent
escape of dangerous flue gasses which could cause deadly
asphyxiation.
Obstructions and deteriorated vent systems may present serious
health risk or asphyxiation.
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur
if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors. Spray can
propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air conditioner
refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium and sodium
chloride, waxes, bleach and process chemicals are typical
compounds which are potentially corrosive.
If when inspecting the vent system you find sooting or
deterioration, something is wrong. Call the local gas supplier to
correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting
before resuming operation of the water heater.
Failure to properly reseal the combustion chamber will
disable the flammable vapor ignition resistance feature
of this water heater, which could result in death or serious
injury. Contact your local Sears Service Center
for assistance.
Read instruction manual before
installing, using or servlctng
water heater.
2O
In the event your burner needs cleaning, following these
instructions:
If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required, turn
the gas control knob clockwise ( f_ ) to the "OFF" position,
depressing slightly.
NOTE: The knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF"
unless knob is depressed slightly, DO NOT FORCE.
The burner needs to be removed for cleaning. Call the Sears
Service Center to remove and clean the burner and correct the
problem that required the burner to be cleaned.
Housekee ipi£g
Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on
a regular basis.
Fire and E×plosion Hazard
rod, check for any leaks and immediately correct if found. In
situations where clearance above the water heater is limited it
may be necessary to bend the anode rod for removal. Flexible
anode rods are available for replacement.
• Do not obstruct combustion air
openings at the bottom of the
water heater.
Do not use or store flammable
vapor products such as gasoline,
solvents or adhesives in the
same room or area near water
heater or other appliance.
- Visibly inspect air intake screen
at least once every six months
and clean if accumulated lint.
-Can cause serious injury or
death.
AT LEAST ONCE EVERY SIX MONTHS AVISUAL INSPECTION
SHOULD BE MADE OF THE AIR INTAKE SCREEN. CLEAN
IF LINT ACCUMULATIONS ARE NOTICED.
INSTALLED IN SUITABLE AREA: To insure sufficient ventilation
and combustion air supply, proper clearances from the water
heater must be maintained. See Facts to Consider About the
Location section. Combustible materials such as clothing,
cleaning materials, or flammable liquids, etc. must not be placed
against or adjacent to the water heater because they could
catch on fire.
Anode Rod
Property Damage Hazard
• Avoid water damage.
• Inspection and replacement of anode rod required.
Each heater contains at least one anode rod, which will
slowly deplete while protecting the glass-lined tank from
corrosion and prolonging the life of the water heater.
Once the anode is depleted, the tank will start to corrode,
eventually developing a leak. The use of a water softener
may decrease the life of the water heater tank. The anode
rod should be removed from the water heater tank every 3
years for inspection. The following are typical (but not all)
signs of a depleted anode rod:
• The majority of the rod's diameter is less than 3/8".
• Significant sections of the support wire (approx. 1/3 or more
of the anode rod's length) are visible.
If the anode rod shows signs of either or both it should be
replaced. NOTE: Whether re-installing or replacing the anode
In replacing the anode:
1. Turn off gas supply to the water heater.
2. Shut off the water supply and open a nearby hot water faucet
to depressurize the water tank.
3. Drain approximately 5 gallons of water from tank (Refer to
the "Draining and Flushing" section for proper procedures).
Close drain valve.
4. Remove old anode rod.
5. Use Teflon _ tape or approved pipe sealant on threads and
install new anode rod.
6. Turn on water supply and open nearby hot water faucet
to purge air from water system. Check for any leaks and
immediately correct any if found.
7. Restart the water heater as directed under the "Operating
Your Water Heater" section. See the "Repair Parts Illustration"
section for anode rod location.
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated
at least once a year.
• Burn hazard
- Hot water discharge.
• Keep clear of relief valve
discharge outlet.
When checking the temperature-pressure relief valve operation,
make sure that (1) no one is in front of or around the outlet of
the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) that
the water discharge will not cause any property damage, as the
water may be extremely hot, see Figure 25.
2I
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE
DISCHARGE PiPE
FIGURE 25.
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.
Ifthetemperature-pressurereliefvalveontheapplianceweepsor
dischargesperiodically,thismaybeduetothermalexpansion.You
mayhaveacheckvalveinstalledinthewaterlineorawatermeter
withacheckvalve.ConsulttheSearsServiceCenterforfurther
information.Donotplugthetemperature-pressurereliefvalve.
, Burn hazard
• Hotwater discharge.
• Keep hands clear of drain
valve discharge.
The water heater should be drained if being shut down during
freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and cleaning of
sediment from the tank may be necessary.
1. Turn the gas control knob to the "OFF" position.
2. CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater.
3. OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for
draining.
4. Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an
adequate drain.
5. OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank
draining.
NOTE: If the water heater is going to be shut down and
drained for an extended period, the drain valve should be
left open with hose connected allowing water to terminate
to an adequate drain.
6. Close the drain valve.
7. Follow instructions in the Filling The Water heater section.
8. Follow the lighting instructions in the Lighting section to restart
the water heater.
Drain Valve Washer Replacement
(See Figure 26)
1. Turn "OFF" gas supply to water heater.
2. Follow "Draining" instructions.
3. Turning counter clockwise ((_), remove the hex cap below
the screw handle.
4. Remove the washer and put the new one in place.
5. Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve
and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
6. Follow instructions in the Filling The Water Heater section.
7. Check for leaks.
8. Follow the lighting instructions in the Lighting section to restart
the water heater.
_HANDLE AND
CAP ASSEMBLY
WASHER
FIGURE 26,
Service
Before calling for repair service, read the Start Up Conditions
and Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting Guide
of this manual.
If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of
the water heater, let the Sears Service Center check it out.
Contact Sears Service Center at:
1-800-4-MY-HOME _ (1-800-469-4663).
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Start Uj_ Conditions
Thermal Expansion
Property Damage Hazard
+Avoid water heater damage.
- Install thermal expansion tank or device if necessary.
• Contact qualified installer or service agency.
Water supply system may, because of such events as high line
pressure, frequent cut-offs and the effects of water hammer have
installed devices such as pressure reducing valves, check valves,
back flow preventers, etc., to control these types of problems.
When these devices are not equipped with an internal by-pass,
and no other measures are taken, the devices cause the water
system to be closed. As water is heated, it expands (thermal
expansion) and closed systems do not allow for the expansion
of heated water.
The water within the water heater tank expands as it is heated and
increases the pressure of the water system. If the relieving point
of water heater's temperature-pressure relief valve is reached,
the valve will relief the excess pressure. The temperature-
pressure relief valve is not intended for the constant relief
of thermal expansion, This is an unacceptable condition and
must be corrected.
It is recommended that any devices installed which could
create a closed system have a by-pass and/or the system have
an expansion tank or device to relieve the pressure built by
thermal expansion. Thermal expansion tanks are available from
Sears stores and through the Sears Service Centers. Contact
the local plumbing inspector, water supplier and/or the Sears
Service Center for assistance in controlling these situations,
see Figure 27.
NOTE: Expansion tanks are pre-charged with a 40 psi air
charge. If the inlet water pressure is higher than 40 psi, the
expansion tank's air pressure must be adjusted to match
that pressure, but must not be higher than 80 psi.
WATER HEATER (3)
HOT COLD / COLDWATER PRESSURE
r=====_-m _ _ iNLET FiTTiNG REDUCING
I (z)
PRESSURE GAUGE
WATER SHUT-OFF
=RECOMMENDED iNSTALLATiON
_VERTICAL MOUNTING)
WATER HEATER
COLD WATER
iNLET FiTTiNG FLOOR, CEILING JOIST, ETC.
\
OT COLD _ STRAPPING
EXPANSION d/
/ t
I PRESSURE GAUGE iNLET COLD
WATER SHUT-OFF
ALTERNATE RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION
-- -- (HORIZONTAL MOUNTING)
Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications
Mode!
Number
153.331020
153.331050
Tank
Capacity
In Gallons
2
5
Dimensions Pipe
in Inches Fitting
Diameter Lentth On Tank
8 (203 mm) 12-3/4 (323 mm) 3/4" Male
11(279 mm) 14-3/4 (375 mm) 3/4" Male
FIGURE 27.
Strange Sounds
Possible noises due to expansion and contraction of some metal
parts during periods of heat-up and cool-down do not represent
harmful or dangerous conditions.
Expansion Tank Sizing Chart
Water Heater Capacity (Gallons
Inlet*
Water
Pressure
40psi
50psi
60psi
70psi
80psi
30 40 50 66 82
Expansion 2 2 2 5 5
Tank 2 2 2 5 5
Capacity 2 2 5 5 5
Needed 2 2 5 5 5
2 5 5 5 5
Condensation causes sizzling and popping within the burner area
during heating and cooling periods and should be considered
normal. See Condensation section.
Draft Hood Operation
Check draft hood operation by performing a worst case
depressurization of the building. With all doors and windows
closed, and with all air handling equipment and exhaust fans
operating such as furnaces, clothes dryers, range hoods and
bathroom fans, a match flame should still be drawn into the draft
hood of the water heater with its burner firing. If the flame is not
drawn toward the draft hood, shut off water heater and make
necessary air supply changes to correct.
*Highest recorded inlet water pressure in a 24 hour period or
regulated water pressure.
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Condensation
Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, some
condensate will form while the burner is on. A water heater may
appear to be leaking when in fact the water is condensation. This
usually happens when:
• A new water heater is filled with cold water for the first time.
Burning gas produces water vapor In water heaters,
particularly high efficiency models where flue temperatures
are lower.
Large amounts of hot water are used in a short time and the
refill water in the tank is very cold.
Moisture from the products of combustion condense on the
cooler tank surfaces and form drops of water which may fall
onto the burner or other hot surfaces to produce a "sizzling" or
"frying" noise.
Excessive condensation can cause pilot outage due to water
running down the flue tube onto the main burner and putting
out the pilot.
Because of the suddenness and amount of water, condensation
water may be diagnosed as a "tank leak". After the water in
the tank warms up (about 1-2 hours), the condition should
disappear.
Do not assume the water heater is leaking until there has been
enough time for the water in the tank to warm up.
An undersized water heater will cause more condensation.
The water heater must be sized properly to meet the family's
demands for hot water including dishwashers, washing machines
and shower heads.
Excessive condensation may be noticed during the winter and
early spring months when incoming water temperatures are at
their lowest.
Good venting is essential for a gas fired water heater to operate
properly as well as to carry away products of combustion and
water vapor.
Smoke Odor
It is not uncommon to experience a small amount of smoke and
odor during the initial start-up. This is due to burning off of oil
from metal parts, and will disappear in a short while.
_erational Conditions
Smelly Odor
In each water heater there is installed at least one anode rod (see
parts section) for corrosion protection of the tank. Certain water
conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water.
The most common complaint associated with the anode rod is
one of a "rotten egg smell". This odor is derived from hydrogen
sulfide gas dissolved in the water. The smell is the result of four
factors which must all be present for the odor to develop:
• a concentration of sulfate in the supply water.
• little or no dissolved oxygen in the water.
• a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater. (This
harmless bacteria is non-toxic to humans.)
• an excess of active hydrogen in the tank. This is caused by
the corrosion protective action of the anode.
Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater
models by replacing the anode(s) with one of less active material,
and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all hot water
lines. Contact Sears Service for further information concerning
an Anode Replacement Kit #9001453 and this Chlorination
Treatment. Anode replacement and chlorination of the tank are
not covered by the water heater's limited warranty.
If the smelly water persists after the anode replacement and
chlorination treatment, it may be necessary to chlorinate or aerate
your water supply to eliminate the problem.
Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected, By
doing so, all warranty on the water heater tank is voided,
"AIR" In Hot Water Faucets
)
E×plosion Hazard
* Flammable hydrogen
gases may be present.
• Keep all ignition sources
away from faucet when
turning on hot water.
HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used for a long period of time
(generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely
flammable and explosive. To prevent the possibility of injury
under these conditions, we recommend the hot water faucet,
located farthest away, be opened for several minutes before
any electrical appliances which are connected to the hot water
system are used (such as a dishwasher or washing machine).
If hydrogen gas is present, there will probably be an unusual
sound similar to air escaping through the pipe as the hot water
faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open flame near
the faucet at the time it is open.
High Temperature Shut Off System
This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shutoff
system. This system works when high water temperatures are
present. Turn "OFF" the entire gas supply to the water heater.
The high temperature shutoff is built into the gas control valve. It is
non-resettable. If the high temperature shutoff activates, the gas
control valve must be replaced. Contact your gas supplier.
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O_oerational Conditions _Continued)_
Leakage Checkpoints
FIGURE 28.
Read and understand instruction
manual and safety messages
before installing, operating or
servicing this water heater.
Failure to follow instructions and
safety messages could result in
death or serious injury.
Instruction Manual must remain
with water heater.
Read this manual first. Then before checking the water heater
make sure the gas supply has been turned "OFF", and never turn
the gas "ON" before the tank is completely full of water.
Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled with
water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be filled with
water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning
"ON" gas to the water heater, see Figure 28.
A. Water at the draft hood is water vapor which has condensed
out of the combustion products. This is caused by a problem
in the vent. Contact the gas utility.
B. *Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or
pipe connections may be leaking.
C. *The anode rod fitting may be leaking.
D. Small amounts ofwater from temperature-pressure relief valve
may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure in
your area.
E. *The temperature-pressure relief valve may be leaking at the
tank fitting.
F. Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve being slightly
opened.
G. *The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.
m.
Combustion products contain water vapor which can
condense on the cooler surfaces of the tank. Droplets form
and drip onto the burner or run on the floor. This is common
at the time of start-up after installation and when incoming
water is cold.
Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be
from condensation, loose connections, or the relief valve.
DO NOT replace the water heater until a full inspection of all
possible water sources is made and necessary corrective
steps taken.
Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or ground seepage
should also be checked.
To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton
swab between jacket opening and fitting. If cotton is wet, follow
"Draining" instructions in the Periodic Maintenance section
and then remove fitting. Put pipe dope or Teflon tape on the
threads and replace. Then follow Filling the Water Heater
instructions in the Installing the New Water Heater section.
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Theseguidelinesshouldbeusedbyaqualifiedserviceagent.CallSearsServiceat1-800-4-MY-HOME<R_(1-800-469-4663)
forassistance.Informtheassociatethatthisisa"FlammableVaporIgnitionResistant"Product.
WATERLEAKS
LEAKING T&P VALVE
SMELLY ODORS
PILOT WILL NOT LIGHT
BURNER WILL NOT
STAY LIT
PILOT OUTAGE
NOT ENOUGH
HOT WATER
WATER TOO HOT
WATER HEATER SOUNDS
SIZZLING - RUMBLING
SOOTING
VENT GAS ODORS
Improperly sealed, hot or cold supply connection,
relief valve, drain valve, or thermostat threads.
Leakage from other appliances or water lines.
Condensation of flue products.
Thermal expansion in closed water system.
Improperly seated valve.
High sulfate or mineral content in water supply.
Bacteria in water supply.
Gas control knob not positioned correctly.
Main gas supply off.
Igniter tip more than 1/8" from pilot hood.
Thermocouple malfunction.
Thermocouple TCO malfunction.
Melted insulation on igniter wire or shorting
of igniter wire.
High ambient room temperature.
Wire disconnected from spark igniter.
Broken electrode or electrical wire.
Piezo Igniter generator fails to operate or
malfunctions.
Thermocouple TCO malfunction.
High ambient room temperature.
Dirty or clogged air intake screen.
Flame arrestor openings blocked.
Defective Gas Control.
Dirty pilot burner.
Dirty or clogged air intake screen.
Thermocouple tip is not in contact with pilot flame.
Thermocouple malfunction.
Thermocouple TCO malfunction.
Defective Gas Control.
Heater not lit or thermostat not on.
Thermostat set too low.
Heater undersized.
Low gas pressure.
Incoming water is unusually cold.
Leaking hot water pipes or fixtures.
High temperature limit switch activated.
Thermostat set too high.
Condensation dripping on burner.
Sediment or calcium in bottom of heater tank.
Improper combustion.
Lack of supply air.
Improperly installed vent piping.
Downdraft.
Poor combustion.
Tighten threaded connections.
Inspect other appliances near water heater.
Refer to CONDENSATION.
Install thermal expansion tank (DO NOT plug T&P valve).
Check relief valve for proper operation
(DO NOT plug T&P valve).
Drain and flush heater thoroughly, then refill.
Chlorinate or aerate water supply.
Refer to LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS.
Turn on main gas shutoff valve.
Adjust igniter tip.
Replace pilot assembly.
Replace pilot assembly.
Contact Sears Service to determine cause.
Contact Sears Service to determine cause.
Reconnect wire connector to spark igniter.
Replace pilot assembly.
Replace Piezo Igniter generator.
Replace pilot assembly.
Contact Sears Service to
determine cause.
Clean and reinstall air intake screen.
Contact Sears Service to
determine cause.
Replace Gas Control.
Clean pilot assembly.
Clean and reinstall air intake screen.
Insert thermocouple correctly.
Replace pilot assembly.
Replace pilot assembly.
Replace Gas Control.
Refer to LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to TEMPERATURE REGULATION.
Reduce hot water use.
Contact your gas supplier.
Allow more time for heater to re-heat.
Have plumber check and repair leaks.
Contac tSears Service to
determine cause.
Refer to TEMPERATURE REGULATION.
Refer to CONDENSATION.
Clean sediment from tank. Refer to DRAINING
instructions in Maintenance section of manual.
No adjustment available. Contact Sears Service
to determine cause.
Contact Sears Service to determine cause.
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POWER MISER TM 9 GAS WATER HEATER
153.339362 30 Gallon
153.339262 40 Gallon Short
153.339462 40 Gallon
BURNER ASSEMBLY
Key No, Part Description
I Air Intake Screen
2 Anode Rod
3 Burner Assembly
4 Burner Head**
5 Burner Orifice**
6 Burner Tube w/Rubber Boot**
7 Draft Hood
8 Drain Valve
9 Drain Valve Washer
10 Flue Baffle
11 Flue Restrictor
12 Gas Control Valve
13 Inlet Tube
"14 Inlet Tube Gasket
15 Inner Door**
I6 Inner Door Gasket
"17 Instruction Manual
"18 Mag-Erad
I9 Nipple w/Heat Trap
20 Outer Door
21 Piezo Igniter w/Bracket
22 Pilot Assembly w/Grommet**
23 T & P Relief Valve
24 Temperature Adjustment Knob
25 Viewport Assembly
* Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket
153.339362
9003406
9003465
9003380
9003385
Model Numbers
153,339262
9003406
9003465
9003379
9003385
153.339462
9003406
9001829
9003381
9003385
9003493(#33)
9003389
9000273
9002402
9001584
9003403
9000275
F145-1278
9003463
9003981
9003399
9003401
184232-003
23600
9003719
9003409
9003410
9003542
9003484
F145-I280
9003414
9003493 (#33)
9003389
9000273
9003464
9001584
9003480
9003445
F145-I278
9003500
9003981
9003398
9003401
184232-003
23600
9003719
9003409
9003410
9003542
9003484
F145-1280
9003414
9003493(#33)
9003391
9000273
9002402
9001584
9003403
9000275
F145-I278
9003463
9003981
9003392
9003401
184232-003
23600
9003916
9003409
9003410
9003531
9003484
F145-I280
9003414
Now that you have purchased your gas water heater, should a need
ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service
Center or call 1-800-4-MY-HOME <_(1-800-469-4663). Be sure to
provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
• MODEL NUMBER
• SERIAL NUMBER
• TYPE GAS - NATURAL OR PROPANE (L.R)
• PART DESCRIPTION
THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST.
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POWER MISER TM 9 GAS WATER HEATER
I 153.339962 I 40 Gallon (LP.) I
l 153.339161I 50GallonShort l
BURNER ASSEMBLY
Key No,
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
I0
I1
I2
13
"14
I5
I6
"17
"18
I9
20
21
22
23
24
25
Part Description
Air intake Screen
Anode Rod
Burner Assembly
Burner Head**
Burner Orifice**
Burner Tube w/Rubber Boot**
Draft Hood
Drain Valve
Drain Valve Washer
Flue Baffle
Flue Restrictor
Gas Control Valve
Inlet Tube
Inlet Tube Gasket
Inner Door**
Inner Door Gasket
Instruction Manual
Mag-Erad
Nipple w/Heat Trap
Outer Door
Piezo Igniter w/Bracket
Pilot Assembly w/Grommet**
T & P Relief Valve
Temperature Adjustment Knob
Viewport Assembly
Model Numbers
153.339962
9003406
9001829
9003384
9003422
9003495(#50)
9003392
9000273
9002402
9001584
9003403
9000275
F145-1279
9003463
9003981
9003392
9003401
184232-003
23600
9003719
9003409
9003410
9003541
9003484
F145-1280
9003414
153,339161
9003406
9001829
9003991
9003385
9003493(#33)
9003726
9000273
9003911
9001584
9003994
9003445
F145-1293
9004131
9002277
9003398
9003401
184232-003
23600
9003719
9003409
9003410
9003540
9000728
F145-I280
9003414
Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket
Now that you have purchased your gas water heater, should a need
ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service
Center or call 1-800-4-MY-HOME _R_(1-800-469-4663). Be sure to
provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
• MODEL NUMBER
• SERIAL NUMBER
• TYPE GAS - NATURAL OR PROPANE (L.R)
° PART DESCRIPTION
THIS ISA REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST.
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POWER MISER TM 9 GAS WATER HEATER
153.339562 50 Gallon
153.339762 48 Gallon High Recovery
153.339640 65 Gallon
153.339680 65 Gallon High Recovery
m
BURNER ASSEMBLY
Key No.
I
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
I1
12
13
"14
15
16
"17
"18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
26
Part Description
Air Intake Screen
Anode Rod
Burner Assembly
Burner Head**
Burner Orifice**
Burner Tube w/Rubber Boot**
Draft Hood
Drain Valve
Drain Valve Washer
Flue Baffle
Flue Restrictor
Gas Control Valve
Inlet Tube
Inlet Tube Gasket
Inner Door**
Inner Door Gasket
Instruction Manual
Mag-Erad
Nipple w/Heat Trap
Outer Door
Piezo Igniter w/Bracket
Pilot Assembly w/Grommet**
T & P Relief Valve
Temperature Adjustment Knob
Viewport Assembly
Pilot Assembly Adapter
* Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket
153.339562
Model Numbers
153.339762 153.339540
9003406
9001829
9006315
9003385
9003493(#33)
9003660
9000273
9002402
9001584
9006316
9003445
F145-1278
9006317
9002277
9006318
9003401
184232-003
23600
9003719
9003409
9003410
9006319
9000071
F145-1280
9003414
9006320
9003406
9003650
9003382
9003385
9003493(#33)
9003389
9000273
9003482
9001584
9003403
9003445
FI45-1278
9003473
9003981
9003454
9003401
184232-003
23600
9003719
9003409
9003410
9003542
9003484
F145-1280
9003414
N/A
9003406
9003640
9003383
9003421
9003494 (#31)
9003389
9000274
9003906
9001584
9003497
9003498
F145-1278
9003501
9003981
9003454
9003401
184232-003
23600
9003719
9003409
9003410
9003521
9003484
F145-1280
9003414
N/A
153.339580
9003406
9001829
9006345
9003421
9002978
9006346
9004010
9000058
9001584
9006347
9003524
F145-1293
9003637
9002277
9006318
9003401
184232-003
23600
9003719
9003409
9003410
9003542
9000728
F145-1280
9003414
N/A
Now that you have purchased your gas water heater, should a need
ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service
Center or call 1-800-4-MY-HOME <"_(1-800-469-4663). Be sure to
provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE
FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
° MODEL NUMBER
° SERIAL NUMBER
° TYPE GAS - NATURAL OR PROPANE (L.R)
° PART DESCRIPTION
THiS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST.
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9 - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATER
For nine years from the date of purchase, if this water heater is installed and operated in a single-family home in accordance
with the owner's manual instructions and all local applicable plumbing cedes, Sears will:
• Supply free water heater parts for those that are defective in material or workmanship.
• Supply a free water heater for one that develops a leak.
For the second through the ninth year from purchase date, you must pay the labor cost for installation of parts or water
heater.
For commercial, institutional, industrial, or residential use by two or more families, the above limited warranty is only for two
years. During the second year you must pay the labor cost for parts or water heater installation.
I - YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY
For the first year from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, supply and install new water heater parts for defective
ones or a new water heater for one that develops a leak,
WARRANTY SERVICE
To obtain warranty service, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME <R_(1-800-469-4663).
This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, iL 60179
The price of your water heater does not include a free checkup service cail. On water heater installations arranged by Sears, Sears
warrants the installation.
A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete installation. These include:
a. Adjusting thermostat c. Leaks in pipes or fittings e. Condensation
b. Lighting pilot d. Improper venting
MASTER PROTECTION AGREEMENTS
Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore _
product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable
operation. But like all products, itmay require preventive maintenance
or repair from time to time. That's when having a Master Protection
Agreement can save you money and aggravation.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourself
from unexpected hassle and expense.
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your
new product. Here's what's included in the Agreement:
• Expert Service by our 12,000 professional repair specialist.
• Unlimited service and no charge for parts and labor on all
covered repairs.
• "No-lemon" guarantee - replacement of your covered product if
four or more product failures occur within twelve months.
• Product replacement if your covered product can't be fixed.
• Annual Preventive Maintenance Check at your request - no
extra charge.
Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears technician on
products requiring in-home repair, plus convenient repair scheduling.
Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power
fluctuations.
• Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered product takes
longer than promised.
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it
takes for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night,
or schedule a service appointment online.
Sears has over I2,000 professional repair specialists, who have
access to over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories. That's the
kind of professionalism you can count on to help prolong the life of your
new purchase for years to come. Purchase your Master Protection
Agreement today!
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional
information call 1-800-827-6655.
SEARS INSTALLATION SERVICE
For Sears professional Installation of home appliances, garage door
openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A.,
call 1-800-4-MY-HOME%
For in-home major brand repair service
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (U.S.A. and Canada)
1-800=4-MY-HOME ®
(1-800-469-4663)
www.seara.com
The model number of your water heater is found on the model rating plate on the front of the water heater.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A
