Kenmore 153330551 Power Miser 10 Gas Water Heater User Manual

Owners

Manual

FOR POTABLEWATER

HEATING ONLY

NOT SUITABLEFOR

SPACEHEATING

NOT FOR USE IN

MOBILE HOMES

Model No.

153.330401 40 Gal.HighAltitude

153.330451 40 Gal.

153.330501 50 Gal. HighAltitude

153.330551 50 Gal.

153.330701 75 Gal. HighAltitude

153.330751 75 Gal

Caution:

Read and Follow

All Safety Rules and

Operating Instructions

Before First Use of

This Product.

Savethis Manualfor FutureReference.

POWER MISER 12

GAS WATER HEATER

• Safety Instructions

•Installation

•Operation

For Your Safety

• Care and Maintenance

•Troubleshooting

• Parts List

AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS

WATER HEATER

WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not fol-

lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property

damage, personal mlury or death.

-Do not store or use gasoline or other fl.am.mable vapors and liq-

uids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

•Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electr,cal sw,tch; do not use any phone in your

building. . .

Immediately call your gas supplier from aneighbor's phone.

iFollow gassupplier_]nstructions.

the

If you can not reach your gassupplier, call the fire department.

-Insta..llation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

serv,ce agency or the gassuppl,er.

*WARNING . I

Improper installation, adjus_on, service or maintenance |

can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAM- I

AGE. Refer to this manual for ass,stance or consult the local Sears I

iService Center or gas utility for further information. I

_oFAWARNING

lammable vapors may bed--_wn _y _rr currents from other areas

f the structure to this appliance.

I&WARNING

READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE

COVER AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING

OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Safety Precautions

•,WARNING .I

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service

or maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY I

INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manu-

I al for assistance or consult your local Sears Service

LCenter for further nformat on.

AWARNING

WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE TYPE GAS

ONLY: This water heater is equipped for one type gas

only. Check the model rating plate near the gas control

valve for the correct gas. DO NOT USE THIS WATER

HEATER WITH ANY GAS OTHER THAN THE ONE

SHOWN ON THE MODEL RATING PLATE. Failure to

usathe correctgascancauseproblemswhichcanresultin

DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY

DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult

yourgassupplieror localutility.

AWARNING

INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQ-

UIDS (VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR

STORED (GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS

ETC): Flammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents

propane(LP) or butane, etc.), allof whichemit flammabk

vapors, may be improperly stored or usedin suchareas.

The gaswater heater pilot lightor main burner canignite

such vapors. The resulting flashbackand fire can cause

death or seriousburns to anyone in the area, as well as

propertydamage.

If installation in suchareas isyour only option, then the

instaflatlonmust be accomplishedin away that the pilot

flame and main burner flame are elevated from the floor

at least 18 inches.While this may reducethe chancesof

flammablevaporsfrom a floor spillbeingignited,gasoline

and other flammable substancesshouldneverbe storedor

used in the same room or area containing a gas water

heater or other openflame or sparkproducingappliance.

NOTE: Flammable vaporsmay be drawn by air currents

from other areasof the structureto the appliance.

AWARNING

If this water heater will be usedin beauty shops,barber

shops,cleaning establishments,or self-servicelaundries

with dry cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the

water heater or water heaters be installedsothat com-

bustion and ventilation air be taken from outside these

areas. Refer to the "Facts to Consider About the

Location" sectionof this manual and also the latest edi-

tion of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, also

referred to as NFPA 54 for specificsprovidedconcerning

air required.

•,WARNING J

A fire canstart if combustiblemate.riaissuchas clothin_ I

deaning materials,or flammableIKimdsare placedagainst

or next tothe water heater.

AWARNING

At the time of manufacturethiswater heater was provid-

ed with a combination temperature-pressuresrelief valve

certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory

that maintainsperiodic inspectionof productionof listed

equipment or materials,as meetingthe requirements for

ReliefValvesand Automatic GasShutoff Devicesfor Hot

Water Supply Systems,.andthe latest edition of ANSI

Z21.22 and the code requirements of ASME. If replaced,

the valvemust meet the requirements of localcodes, but

not lessthan a combination temperature and pressure

relief valve certified as meeting the requirements for

ReliefValvesand Automatic Gas Shutoff Devicesfor Hot

Water SupplySystems,ANSI Z21.22 by a nationallyrec-

ognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic

inspection of production of listed equipment or

materials.

The valvemust bemarked with a maximum set pressure

not to exceed the marked hydrostaticworking pressure

of the water heater (150 Ibs./sq. in.) and a discharge

capacity not less than the water heater input rate as

shown on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters -

watts dividedby 1000x 3415 equalBTU/Hr. rate.)

Your local jurisdictional authority, while mandating the

use of a temperature-pressure relief valve complying

with ANSI 2121.22and ASME, may require a valve model

different from the one furnishedwith the water heater.

Compliance with suchlocal requirements n_us_be satis-

fied by the installeror _nd 6sarJofthe Water heater with

a locally prescribed tempe_rat_re-pre_ur¢ relief valve

installedin the designatedo_eni_g in th_ w'4ter_eater in

placeof the fact°ry furnlshe_JValtve" |.!

For safe operation of tl_ev_ate_"heate_ th_ relief valve

must not be removed fron_ it'_ de_signlste#oRening or

plugged. I|!i | 1]

The temperature-press,lre _elie_ve _us_ belinstailed

directly intothe fitting ofthe wa_er I_eat_r&esi_ted for

the relief valve. Position_the_vai_ed_hvn_ar_an_ provide

tubingsothat anydisch_rge_villlex'_"_ml_wi_hinl6inches

above, or at any distancjeb_lov_th_r_ct_rai _oor. Be

certain that no contactlis n_ad_with_ahy I_ve_lectrical

part. The discharge op_eniogm.'ust_o_'be_blclcked or

reduced in size under lany_cir_:un_stahcet. E:_,essive

or useof moi_ than_fourelb"_e_vscan

length, over 30 feet,

cause restriction and reduce the_dlscharge_apac _of

the valve. _ _i _:

No valve or other obstru;'tion is to: be placed between

the relief valve and the tank. Do not connect_tubing

directly to discharge drain unless a 6" air gap is provided.

To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property darn-

age, the relief valve must be allowed to discharge water

in quantities should circumstances demand. If the dis-

charge pipe is not connected to adrain or other suitable

means, the water flow may cause property damage.

The Discharge Pipe:

Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of

the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other

restrictions.

Must not be plugged or blocked.

Must be of material listed for hot water distribution.

Must be installed so as to ailow complete drainage of

both the temperature-pressure relief vaive, and the dis-

charge pipe.

Must terminate at an adequate drain.

•Must not have any valve between the relief valve and

tank.

Safety Precautions

&WARNING

A gaswater heater cannotoperate properly without the

correct amount of air for combustion.Do not installin a

confined area such a closet, unlessyou provide air as

shownin the "Facts to ConsiderAbout the Location" sec-

tion. Never obstruct the flow of ventilationair. if you have

any doubts or questions at all, call your gas company.

Failureto providethe proper amount of combustionair

can result in a fire or explosion and can cause DEATH,

lSERIOUSBODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.

&WARNING

This water heater must not be installeddirectly on car-

peting. Carpeting must be protected .bya metal or wood

panel beneath the appliance extendmg beyond the full

width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches

(76.2mm) in any direction, or if the appliance isinstalled

in an alcove or closet,the entire floor must hecoveredb

the panel. Failure to heed this warning may result in

fire hazard.

&WARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are

intendedto produce hot water. Water heated to a tem-

perature whichwill satisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing,

.an.dother sanitizing needs can scald and permanently

injureyou uponcontact. Some people are more likelyto

be permanently injured by hut water than others. These

includethe elderly,children,the infirm, or physically/men-

tally handicapped.If anyoneusinghot water inyour home

fits into one of thesegroupsor if there isa localcode or

state lawrequiring a certaintemperature water at the hot

water ta_ then you musttake specialprecautions.In addi-

tion to usingthe lowestpossibletemperature setting that

satisfiesyour hot water needs,a means suchas a mixing

valve, shouldbe usedat the hot water taps usedbythese

people or at the water heater. Mixingvalvesare available

at plumbingsupplyor hardware stores.Follow manufac-

turers instructionsfor installation of the valves. Before

changingthe factory set_ng on the thermostat, read the

"Temperature Regulation"section in this manual.

&WARNING

Soot build-upindicates a problem that requires correc-

tion beforefurther use.Turn "OFF" gasto water heater

and leave "OFF" until repairs are made, becausefailure

to correct the causeof the sootingcan result in aEre or

explosion causing DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,

OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

&WARNING

VENT DAMPERS- Any vent damper,whether it isoperZ-

ed thermally or otherwise must be removed if its use

inhibitsproperdraftingofthe water heater.

Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water

heaters havingthermal efficiency mexcessof 80% may

producea relatively low flue gastemperature. Such tem-

peratures may not be highenoughto properlyopenther_

maJlyoperated vent damper_ Thiswould causeSl).illageof

flue gasesandmay causecarbonmonoxidepeisonmg.

Vent dampersmust bear evidenceof certification ascom-

plying with the latest edition of American National

tandard ANSI Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67, respectively,

cover electrically and mechanically actuated vent

dampers). Before installationof anyvent damper,consult

your local SearsService Center or the gasutility for fur-

ther information.

&WARNING

• The appliance and itsindividualshutoffvalvemustbedis-

connectedfrom the gassupplypipingsystemduring

pressuretesting of the gassystem at test pressuresm

excessof _poundper squareinch(3.SkPa).

*The appliance must be isolatedfrom the gassupplypip-

ing systemby closingits individualmanualshutoffvalve

during anypressuretestingof the gassupplypipingsys-

tem at test pressuresequal or lessthan '/2pound per

square inch(3.5kPa).

AWARNING

BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER

HEATERS]: Propane (L.R) gasis heavierthan air. Should

there be aleak in the system,the gaswill settle near the

ground. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under

mobile homes (even when ventilated), closetsand areas

belowgroundlevelwill serve aspocketsfor the accumula-

tion of this gas.Before attempting to light or relight the

water heater's pilot or turning on a nearby electricallight

switch,he absolutelysure there isno accumulatedgasin

the area. Search for odor of gasby sniffingat groundlevel

in the vicinity of the appliance. If odor is detected,follow

stepsindicatedat "For YourSafety" on the cover pageof

this manualthen leavethe premises.

&WARNING

Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system

may occurif air for combustioncontainscertain chemical

vapors.Spraycanpropellants,cleaningsolvents,refrigera-

tor and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool

chemicals,calcium and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach,

and processchemicalsare typical compoundswhich are

potentiallycorrosive.

&WARNING

Obstructed or deteriorated vent systemsmay present a

serious healthrisk or asphyxiation.

Safety Precautions continued on page 4

Safety Precautions

r AWARNING I

I The water heater with draft hood installed must be prep- |

Jerly vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors. I

I Never operate the water heater unless it ts vented to the I

I ontdoors and h.asadequate air supply to avoid risks of I

I improper operation, explosion or asphyxiation. I

_,WARNING

Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater and com-

bustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear,4" at the

front, and 6" from the vent pipe. Clearance from the top

of the jacket is 18" on most models. Note that a lesser

dimensionmay be allowedon some models Refer to the

labelon the water heater adjacentto the gascontrolvalve

for all clearances.

ACAUTION

WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of

the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner

that if the tank or any connections should leak, the flow of

water will not cause damage to the structure. When such

locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should

be installed under the water heater. Drain pans am wail.

able at your local Sears store. Such adrain pan must be

not greater than I_ inches deep, have aminimum length

and width of at least 2 inches greater than the water

heater dimensions and must be piped to an adequate

drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow.

Under no circumstances is the manufacturer or Sears to

be held liable for any water damage in connection with

this water heater.

IAWARNING J

Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under I

water. Immediately call aSears Service Technician to I

inspect the appliance and to replace the gas control or any

part of the bemer system which hasbeen under water.

AWARNING

HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gascan 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 possi-

bility of injury under these conditions, we recommend the

hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the

kitchen sink before any electrical appliances which are

connected to the hot water system are used (such asadis-

hwasher or washing machine). If hydrogen gas !s 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 smoldng or open flame near

the faucet at the time it isopen.

AWARNING

INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external

water heater insulation jacket on a gas water heater:

DO NOT cover the temperature-pressure relief valve.

DO NOT put insulation over any part of the top of the

gaswater heater.

DO NOT put insulation over the gas control valve or gas

control valve/burner cover, or any access areas to the

burner.

DO NOT let insulation around the gas water heater to

get within 8 inches of the floor (air must get to the

burner).

DO NOT cover or remove operating Instructions, and

safety related warning labels and materials affixed to the

water heater.

_aJlureto head this will result in the possibility of a fire or

explosion.

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................24

Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................................5

Customer Responsibilities .......................................................................................................................6

Product Specincations'_"..................................................................................................................................6

Materials and Basic Tools Needed ...............................................................................................7

MaterialsNeeded ................................................................................................... .................................................................... 7

BasicTools................................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................................s-16

Removing the Old Water Heater ............................................................................................................................................... 8

Facts to Consider About the Locadon....................................................................................................................................... 9

Combustion Air andVentilation for Appliances in Unconfined Spaces ................................................................................... 10

Combustion Air andVentilation for Appliances in Confined Spaces....................................................................................... 10

Water Piping ........................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Temperature-Pressure ReliefValve........................................................................................................................................... 12

Filling the Water Heater .......................................................................................................................................................... 13

Venting .............................................................................................................................................................................. 13-14

14 15

Gas Piping ......................................................................................................................................................................... -

Installation Checklist .............................................................................................................................................................. 16

"""uperatlngInstructions .........................................................................................................................17-19

l_k tin "_ 17-18

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Temperature Regulation.......................................................................................................................................................... 19

Service and Adjustment ......................................................................................................................20-22

Tank (Sediment) Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................................... 20

Venting System Inspection ...................................................................................................................................................... 20

Burner Inspection ................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Burner Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................................................... 20

Draining ............................................................................................................................................................. :................... 21

Temperature-Pressure ReliefValveOperation .......................................................................................................................... 21

Drain ValveWasher Replacement ........................................................................................................................................... 21

Housekeeping ......................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Service .................................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................22-25

Start Up Conditions ............................................................................................................................................................... 22

Condensation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Smoke/Odor ......................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Thermal Expansion ......................................................................................................................................................... 22-23

Strange Sounds ..................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Operational Conditions ..................................................................................................................................................... 23-24

SmellyWater ......................................................................................................................................................................... 23

"Air" in Hot Water Faucets................................................................................................................................................... 23

High Temperature Shut OffSystem ...................................................................................................................................... 24

Not Enough Hot Water ........................................................................................................................................................ 24

Water is too Hot ................................................................................................................................................................... 24

LeakageCheckpoints .............................................................................................................................................................. 25

Parts Order List...............................................................................................................................................26-27

Customer Responsibilities

Thank You for purchasinga Sears water heater. °

Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of

trou'blefree service. If you should decide that you want the new

water heater professionally installed by Sears call the local Sears

Service Center or any Sears store. They will arrange for prompt,

quality installation by Sears authorized contractors.

Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual

A.G.A. - American Gas Association o

A.N.S.I. - American National Standards Institute

N.EP.A. - National Fire Protection Agency

AWARNING

This gas-firod water beater is design certified by the

American Gas AssociationLaboratories under American

National Standards for GasWater Heaters. The installa-

tion mustconformwith this manual,LocalCodes andwith

the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI

/.223.1.

Thispublicationisavailablefrom yourlocalg.ove,rnment or

public library, gas company, or by wr,tmg NFPA,

BatterymarchPark, Quincy,MA 02269.

•Read the "Safety Precautions" section, pages 2 through 4 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 PROPERTYDAMAGE.

This manual contains instructionsfor the installation, opera-

tion, and maintenance of the gas-fired water heater. It also

contains warnings through out the manual that you must read

and be aware of. Allwarnings and all instructions are essential

to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety.

Since we cannot put everything on the first fewpages, READ

THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO

INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATERHEATER.

The installation must conform with the instructions in this

manual; gas company rules; and Local Codes, or in the

absence of LocalCodes, with the latestedition of the National

Fuel Gas code, ANSI Z223.1, also referredto as NFPA 54.

This publication is availablefrom your local government or

public library or gas company or by writing NFPA,

Batterymarch Park,Quincy,/viA 02269.

Ifafter readingthis manual you have any questions or do not

understand any portion of the instructions, call the Sears

ServiceCenter.

Carefillly plan the placewhere you aregoing to put the water

heater. Correct combustion, vent action, and vent pipe instal-

lation arevery important in preventing death from possible

carbon monoxide poisoning and fires.

Examine the location to ensure the waterhea_r complies with

the _Facts to Consider about the Location section in this

manual.

For California installation this water heatermust be braced,

anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an

earthquake. See instructions for correct installation proce-

dures. Instructions may be obtained from your local dealer,

wholesaler, public utilities or California Office of the State

Architect, 400 PStreet, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Product Specifications

MODEL

NUMBER TANK

CAPACITY

IN GALLONS

TYPE

GAS gT.U.

RATE

RECOVERy RA1_

GAI_ PER HOUR

OgO'F RISE

153.330401 40 NATURAL 40,000 46.0

153.330451 40 NATURAL 40,000 46.0

153.330501 50 NATURAL 40,000 46.0

153.330551 50 NATURAL 40,000 46.0

153.330701 75 NATURAL 55,000 59.2

153.330751 75 NATURAL 55,000 59.2

MINIMUM

VENT

PIPE

3" or4"

3" or 4"

3" or4"

DIMENSIONS IN INCHES

HEIGHTTO

DIAMETER JACKETTOP

18" 60"

20" 59½"

24" 60"

Materials and Basic Tools Needed

Materials Needed

To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation

parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these materi-

als, depending on your type of installation.

WATER HEATER INSTAL-

LATION KIT WITH FLEXI-

BLE CONNECTORS FOR

314"OR 112"THREADED

OR COPPER PLUMBING

VENT ELBOW

EXPANSION TANKS

FOR THERMAL

EXPANSION CONDI-

TIONS AVAILABLE IN

2 GALLON AND 5

GALLON CAPACITY

THROUGH LOCAL

SEARS STORE OR

SERVICE CENTERS

WATER HEATER STAND 24"x24"xl 8"

FOR USE WITH WATER HEATERS

INSTALLED IN RESIDENTIAL

GARAGES HAVING A DIAMETER 24"

OR LESS AND A RATED CAPACITY 75

GALLONS OR LESS

FLEXIBLE WATER

HEATER GAS CON-

NECTOR WITH

FITTINGS

VENT PIPE

DRAIN PANS

AVAILABLE IN 20" DIAMETER FOR

WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAME-

WATER HEATER HEAT TER 18" OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN

TRAPS HELP REDUCE HEAT 28" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS

LOSS DUE TO THERMAL HAVING A DIAMETER 26" OR LESS

SYPHONING

Basic Tools

You may or may not need all of these tools, depending on your

type of installation. These tools can be purchased at your local

S_at_ StOl_.

• Pipe Wrenches (2) 14"

•Screwdriver

• Tin Snips

•6 Foot Tape of Folding Rule

•Garden Hose

•Drill

•Pipe dope or Teflon Tape

GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE

SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER

PIPE

WRENCH

PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

ROLL OF TEFLON TAPE

(USE ONLY ON WATER

CONNECTIONS)

PIPE DOPE(SQUEEZE TUBE)

(USE FOR WATER AND

GAS CONNECTIONS)

TIN SNIPS

DRILL

ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED

WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING

•Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

• Propane Torch

•So_ Solder

•Solder Flux

• Emery Cloth

•Wire Brushes

HACKSAW

_RE BRUSH

__1J2' WIRE BRUSH

PROPANE

TORCH

ROLL OF LEAD FREE

SOFT SOLDER

ROLL OF EMERY

CLOTH SOLDER FLUX TUBING

CUTTER

Installation Instructions

Removing the Old Water Heater

Q Turn _OFF" the gassupply to the water heater.

AWARNING

I If the main gasline shutoff serving all gas appliances is

[ used,alsoshut "OFF" the gasat eachappliance.Leaveall [

Jgas Pppliancasshut "OFF" until the water heater installa.J

Jtion iscomplete.

QTurn "OFF" the water to the water

heater. Some installations require that

the water be turned off to the entire

house.

QCheck a_ain to make sure the gassupply

is OFF to the water heater. Then dis-

connect the gas supply connection from

the gascontrol valve.

Q Attach hose the heater drain

ato water

valve and put the other end in a floor

drainor outdoors. Open the waterheater

drain valve. Open a nearby hot water

faucet which will relieve pressure in the

water heater and speed draining.

O Disconnect the vent pipe from the draft hood where

th_ connect to the water heater. In most instalhtiom

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 the draft hood which

must be used for proper operation.

Qb.

If you have copper piping to the water

heater, the two €opper water pipes can

be cut with a hacksaw approximately 4"

away from where they connect to the

water heater. This will avoid cutting off

the 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 discon-

nected and ready to be removed.

If you have galvanizedpipe to the water

heater, loosen the two galvanized pipes

with a pipe wrench at the union in.each

line. Also disconnect the piping remain-

ing to the water heater. These pieces

sh6uld be saved since they may be need-

ed when reconnecting the new water

heater. Disconnect the remperamre-pres-

sure 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 disconnectedand readyto be

removed.

AWARNING 1

The water pas_ng out of the drain valve may be extremely I

hot. To avoid being scalded, ma_'..esure all connections are |

tight and that the wuter flow _directed away from any

person. [

•&CAUTION

[ Mineral buildupor..s_,dlmeutmay haveaccumulatedin the

[ oldwater heater.Thtscausesthe water hea_r to be much

] heavierthan normal and this residue,if spilledout, could

[ causestaining.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Facts to Consider About the

Location

You should carefully choose an indoor location for the new

water heater, because the placement is a very important consid-

eration for the safety of the occupants in the buildin_and for

the most economical use of the appliance. This waterneaser is

not fi_r use in mobile homes or outdoor installation.

Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water

hearer in a new location, the following critical points must be

observed.

•The location selected should be 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 pip-

ing system as possible. The water heater, as all water heaters,

will eventually leak. Do not install without adequate

drainage provisions where water flow will cause damage.

ACAUTION

WATER HEATERSEVENTUALLY LEAK:Installationofthe

water heatermustbe accomplished in suchamannerthat if

the tankor awtconnectionsshouldleak,theglowof waterwill

net causedamageto the st_.uctore.When suchIocatiomcan-

notbe avoided,a suitabledrainpanshouldbe installedunder

the water heater.Drainpansareavailableat yourlocalSears

store.Suchadrain panmustbe not greaterthan 1½inches

deep,havea minimumlengthandwidthof at least2 inches

greaterthanthe water heaterdimensionsandmustbepiped

toanadequatedrai_ Thepanmustnotrestrictcombustionair

flow.Underno circumstancesisthe manufactureror Searsto

be heldliablefor anywater damagein connectionwith this

waterheat_.

AWARNING

INSTALLATIONSIN AREASWHERE FLAMMABLEUQUIDS

(VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED

GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC):

Flammableliquids(suchas gasoline,solvents,propane(LP) or

butane, etc.), all of whichemit flammable vapors,may be

improperlysterador asadin sucharem,The gaswater heator

p,ot lightor mainburnercanignitesuchvaper_The resulting

flashbackand timcancausedeathor seriousbumsto anyonem

thearea,aswellaspmpertydamage.

If installationin suchareasisyouronlyop_or_thentheinstalla-

tion mustbeaccomplishedin a waythat the pilot flame and

mainbumerflameareelevatedfromtheflooratleast18 inche_

While thismayreducethechancesof flammablevaporsfrom a

flour spillbeingignited,gasolineandotherflamm_e substances

shouldneverbe storedor usedin the sameroomor areacon-

tainingagaswatt" beat_"or otheropenflameor sperkproduc-

ingappliance.

NOTF_Flammablevaporsmay be drawnbyair currentsfrom

otherareasof thestructomto theappliance.

AWARNING

Propellantsof _ spraysand volatilecompounds,(dean-

ers,chlorinebasedchemicals,refrigerants,etc.)inadditionto

being highlyflammablein many cases,will alsochangeto cor-

resive hydrochloricacid when exposedto the combustion

p_ducts ofthe water heater.The resultscanbe hazerdom

andalsocauseproductfailure.

•The location selection must provide adequate clearances for ser-

vicing and proper operation of the waterheater.

AWARNING

This waterheatermustnot be installeddirectlyon carpetin&

Carpeting must be protected by ametal or wood panel

beneath the applianceextendingbeyondthe fullwidth and

depthof the appliancebyat least3 inches(76.2mm) in an)

direction,o¢if theapplianceisinstalledin analcoveor closet

the entirefloormustbe coveredby thepaneLFailureto heec

thiswarningmayresoltina gm haca_l.

AWARNING

Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater and com-

bustibleconstructionare I" at shesidesand rear,4" at the

freot,and6"fremtheventpipe.Clearancefremthetop ofthe

jacketis18"en mostmodek Notetbeta lesserdimemienmay

be allowedon somemodel_Referto the labelonthe water

heateradjacentto thegascoutrolvaivefor ail dearancus.

tr_

VENTILATION

AIR

OPENINGS O

FRONT vIEW

OF DOOR

Figure I I

%111 ii

TOP VIE'_ =

OF CLOSET TOP VI E',N 1" I"llN.

W1THOUT DOOR OF CLO3ET

_" MAX, "W1TH DOO_

- I- To.

AIR DUCT

AWARNING

Agnswaterheatorcmmotaperate properlywithouttl_ cot-

amountof air forcombustio_Do not installin a confined

areasucha dosot,unlessyouprovideair asshowninthe"Facts

to Consideraboutthe Location"section.Neverobstructthe

flow ofventgadonair.ifyou haveanydoubtsorquestionsat all,

callyour gascompany.Failureto providethe properamountof

combustionair canresult in a fire or explosionandcancause

DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUR_,ORPROPERTYDAMAGE

AWARNING

Ifthlswaterbeaterwill be usedin beautyshops,barbershops,

cleaningestablishments,or self-servicelaundrieswith dry

cleaningequipment, it isimperativethat the waterheateror

water heatersbe installedsothat combustionandventilation

air be takenfrom outside theseaseas.Referte the "Facts to

ConsiderAboutthe Location"sectionof this man,_l andalso

thelatesteditionoftbe NationalFuelGasCode,ANSI7.223.1,

alsoreferredto asNFPA54 for specificsprovidedconcerning

air required.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Combustion Air and Ventilation

for Appliances Located in

Unconfined Spaces

Unconfined Space is aspace whose volume is not less than 50

cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour 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, b.

Combustion Air and Ventilation

for Appliances Located in

Confined Spaces

Comqned Space is a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic

fdet per 1,000 Btu per hour of the aggregate input ratingof all

appliances installed in that space.

a. ALL AIR FROM INSIDE BUILDINGS:

(See Page9 Figure 1,and Figure2 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 com-

bined space shall be considered in making this determination.

Each opening shall have a minimum free area of one square

inch per 1,000 BTU per hour of the total input rating of all

gas utilization equipment in the confined space, but not less

than 100 square inches. One opening shall commence within

12" of the top and one commencing within 12" of the bot-

tom of the enclosure.

Figure 2 ]

b. ALL AIR FROM OUTDOORS: (seeFigures_3-5)

The confined space shall be providedwitfi two permanent

openings, one commencing within 12 of the top and one

commencing within 12" from the bottom of the enclosure.

The openings shall communicate directly, or by ducts, with

the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic) that freely communi-

cate with the outdoors.

1. When direcdy communicating with the outdoors, each open-

ing shall have a minimum free a_'ea of I square inch per 4,000

BTU per hour of total input rating of all equipment in the

enclosure. (See Figure 3.)

2. 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 of total input rating of

all equipment in the enclosure. (See Figure 4.)

Figure 4 ]

3. 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 of total input rating of

all equipment in the enclosure. (See Figure 5.)

I I .... i roll II

4. 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 rectangularair ducts

shall not be lessthan 3". (See Figure5.)

5. 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 ¼"mesh. If the free area through adesign of louver or

grille is known, it should be used in calculating the size open-

ing required to provide the free area specified. If the design

and free area is not known, it may be assumed that wood lou-

vers 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

eqmpment operation.

6. Special Conditions Created by Mechanical Exhausting or

Fireplaces: Operation of exhaust fans, ventilation systems,

clothes dryers or fireplaces may create conditions requiting

special attention to avoid unsatisfactory operation of installed

gas utilization equipment.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Water Piping

AWARNING

HOTTERWATERCAN SCAL_.Water heate_areintendedto

Psatlroducehot vr_en.Water heatedto a temperaturewhichwill

slyclotheswashing+dishwashing+andothersanitizingneeds

canscaldand permanentlyinjureyouuponcontact.Somepeo-

plearemorelikelyto bepermanentlyinjuredbyhotwaterthan

othermTheseindudetheelderlt4children,theinfirm,or ph_€_

ly/mentaJlyhandicapped,Ifanyoneusinghotwaterinyourhome

fitsintooneofthesegroupsor ifthereisa Ioca]codeorslaiteI_v

requiringacertaintemperaturewaterat thehotwater_than

youmusttakespecialprecaulion_In additionto usingthelowest

possibletemperaturesettingthatsatisfiesyourhot waterneeds,

a meanssuchesa mixing valve,shouldbeusedat thehotwater

teps us.ed,bythesepeopleor at the waterbeatenMixing valves

areawlableatplumbingsupplyor hardwarestoremFollowman-

ufacturersinstructionsfor installationofthe valves.Before

changingthe factory settingon the thermostat, read the

'+TemperatureRegulation"sectioninthismanual

This water heater shall not be connectedto any heating systems or

component(s) used with a non-potablewater heating appliance.

If a water heater is installed in a closed water supply system;

such as one having a back-flow preventer, check valve, water

meter with a check valve, etc.., in the cold water supply; means

shall be provided to control thermal expansion. Contact the

local utility or local Sears Service Center on how to control this

situation.

Look at the top cover of the water heater. The cold water

inlet is marked'cold. Put two or three turns of teflon tape

around the threaded end of He threaded-to-sweat cou[ling

and around both ends of the 3A threaded nipple. Usinl_ flexi-

ble connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the color warer

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

SEARS INSTALLATION KIT

HOT OUTLET

TO HOUSE

THREADED TO

SWEAT COUPLING

FLEXIBLE WATER

CONNECTORS COLD INLET

WATER UNE

THREADED TO

SWEAT COUPLING

NOTE: Toprotect against untimely corrosion of hot and

cold water fittings, it is strongly recommended that di-elec-

tric unions or couplings be installed on this water heater

when connected to copper pipe.

The illustration shows the attachment of the water [iping to the

water heater. The water heater is equipped with ¾' water con-

nections.

NOTE: If using copper robing, solder tubing to an adapter

before attaching the adapter to the cold water inlet connec-

tion. 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 ¾ threaded nipple. Using flexible connec-

tors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water oudet on

the water heater.

3_"THREADED

HEAT TRAPWITH

SECONDARY

ANODE

314"THREADED

HEAT TRAP

-- DISCHARGE

PIPE (Do not

cap or plug)

--6" AIR GAP

FLOOR DRAIN

--TEMPERATURE-

PRESSURE

RELIEFVALVE

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

_,WARNING

At the time ofmanufacture this water heater wasprovided

with acombinationtemperature-pressuresreliefvalvecertified

by a nationallyrecognized testinglaboratorythat maintains

mriodic inspectionofproductionof listedequipmentor mate-

rials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valvesand

AutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,

and the latestedition of ANSI Z21.22and the coderequire-

mentsof ASMF.If replaced,the va_emust meetthe reqube-

mentsof localcodes,butnotlessthana combinationtempera-

ture andpressurerelief valvecertifiedasmeetingthe require-

mentsfor ReliefVabesandAutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfor

Hot Water SupplySystems,ANSI Z21.22byanaU.onallyrecog-

nized testing laboratorythat maintainsperiodic mspec_anof

productionoflistedequipmentor materi_

The valvemustbe markedwith amaximumsetpressurenot

to exceedthe marked bydrostatic workingpressureof the

waterheater(150 Ibsdsoein.)and a dischargecapacitynot less

thanthe wnterhEnterinputrateasshEwnon thEmodel reting

plate.(Electricheaters- watts dividedby 1000x 3415equal

BTU/Hr.rate.)

Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority,whilemandatingthe useof a

temperature-pressorereliefvalvecomplyingwithANSI 7.21.22

andASNE, mayrequirea valvemodeldifferentfromthe one

fomisbedwiththewaterheater,

Compliancewith such_requirementsmustbe satlsEedby

theinstalleror enduserofthev_ter heaterwitha locallyp.re-

scribedtemperature-pressurereliefvalveinstalledin thedesig-

natedopeningin the water heaterin placeof the factoryfur-

nishedvalve.

Forsafeoperationofthe waterheater,therailefvalvemustnot

beremovedfromit'sdesignatedopeningor plugged.

The temperature-pressurere||elv_e, mustbe inst_eddirectly

intothe fittingofthewaterheaterde_gnatedfor thereliefvalve.

Positionthe valvedownwardandprovidetubingsothatanydis-

chargewillexit onlywithin6 inchesabove,or at anydistance

belowthe structuralfloor.Becertainthat no contactismade

withanyllveelectricalpart.The dischargeopeningmustnot be

blockedor reducedin sizeunderanycircumstance_Excessive

length,ever30 feet,or useof morethan fourelbowscancause

restrictionandreducethedischargecapacityofthevalve.

No valveor otherobstructionisto beplacedbetweentherelief

v_ve andthEtank.Do netconnecttubingdirectlyte dlscherge

drainunlessa6"airgapisprovided.Topreventbodilyinjury,haz-

ardto life,or propertydamage,thereliefvalvemustbe allowed

todischargewater inquantitiesshouldcircumstancesdemand.If

the dischargepipeisnot connectedto a drainor othersuitable

means,the waterflowmaycausepropertydamage.

The DischargePipe:

• Mustnot be smallerin sizethanthe outletpipesizeof the

valve,or haveanyreducingcouplingsorotherrestHction_

• Mustnotbepluggedor blocl_l.

• Mustbeof materiallistedfor hotwaterdistribution.

• Must beinstalledsoasto allowcompletedrainageof both

the temperature-pressure relief valve, andthe discharge

pipe.

•Mustterminate atanadequatedrain.

•Mustnnthaveanyvalvebetweanthe reliefvalveandtank.

AWARNING

ThE temperature-pressurerelief valve must be manually

operatedat leastonce a year.Caution shouldbe takento

ensureth=e(I) noone isin frontof or aroundthe ontle'd:of

the temperature-pressure relief valvedischargeline,and(2)

the water manually dischargedwill not causeany bodily

injury or property damage because the water may be

extremelyhot.

If after manually operatingthe valve,it feJlsto completely

resetandcontinuesto releasewater,immediatelyclosethe

coldwater inlet to the water heater,follow the draining

blatructiens,and replacethe tempera|ore-pressureretief

valvewitha newone_

HOT

SHUT OFF

VALVE

COLD

PRESSURE

RELIEF VALVE

DISCHARGE

PIPE (Do not

or plug)

FLOOR DRAIN

RELIEFVALVEOPENING

At thetimeofmanufacture,thiswaterheaterwasprovidedwitha combinationtem-

peratu_re reliefvalvelistedascomplyingwiththe slandardfor rdief valves

andautomaticgas|hut-off devicesfor hotwatersupplysystems,ANSI7.21_2.For

safeopera,onofthewa_er_er, the_ _ve re.stnotberemovedfrom_ des-

ignatedpointofinstalla_onor plugged.

Yourlocaljurisdic_onalauthori_,whilemandatingthe useof a temperatur_pressure

reliefvaJvecomplyingwithANSIZ21.22andASME_mayr_quireavalvemodeldiffer-

er_fromd_ o_efur_fl_ed_h thev_,.erhe_er.

Compliancewithsuchlocalrequirementsmustbes_tisfiedbytheins_lerorenduser

of the water heaterwitha locallyprescribedtemperature-pressurenllief valve

Installedinthedasil_atec[openingIn_waterheater

Seemanualhe_ling-'1_.mpe_tur_-Pre_sureRetiefValves"for In_llatio_ andmaint_

nanceof reliofva_, dischargeline,andother_y I_-,cau_ons.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Filling the Water Heater

ACAUTION

Neverusethlswater henterunlassit iscompintelyfilledwith

Iwater.Topreventdamageto the tenk, the tenk must befilled

with water. Water must flow from the hot water mucet

Iboforeturning"ON" gasto thewaterheater.

For proper venting in certain installations, alarger diametervent

pipe may be necessary. Due to great variancesin installations,

unforeseeable by the manufacturerof the water beater, you must

consult your gas company to aid you in determining me proper

venting for your water heater from the vent tables in the latest

edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, also

referredto asNFPA 54.

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 new waterpiping for leaks.Repair_ needed.

Venting

AWARNING

VENT DAMPERS- Any ventdampe_whetherit isoperat_l

thermallyor otherwisemustberemovedifitsuseinhn3itsprop-

erdraftingofthewaterbea_r.

ThermallyOperatedVentDamper_ Gas-firedwater heaters

havingthermal eflkiancyinexcessof B0%mayproducea mla-

tlvelylowfluegastemperature.Suchtemperatures maynotbe

high enough to properly open thermally operated vent

damper_This wouldcausespillageof fluegasesandmaycause

carbonmonexidepoisoning.

Ventdampersmust bearevidenceof cer'dfam_ as€omplying

with the latesteditionof AmericanNationalStandardANSI

7.21.68(ANSI 7.21.66& 67, respectively,coverelectricallyand

mechanicallyactuatedventdampers).Beforeinstallationofany

ventdamper,consultyour localSexrsServiceCanterorthe gas

utilityforfurtherinfonnatlo_

AWARNING

To insureproperventingof this gas-firedwater heater,the

correctventpipediametermustbeutilized.Anyadditionsor

deletionsofothergasapplianceson acommonventwith this

water heater mayadverselyaffect the operationofthe water

benter. Consultthe localSearsServiceCenteror gasutilityif

anysuchchangesam planned.

Check the venting system for signs of obstruction or deteriora-

tion and replace ifneeded.

The combustion and ventilation airflow must not be obstructed.

I AWARNING

Obstructeder deterioratedventaystemsm_ presentasertons

beaithriskorasphl_tio_

•Place the drafthood legsin the receiving holes on the top of

the water heater. The legs will snap in the holes to give atight

fit.

• Place the vent pipe overthe drafthood. With the vent pipe in

position, drill a small hole through both the vent pipe and

drafthood. Secure them together with a sheet metal screw.

DRAFT HOOD t _VENTNI I !

,. _===k ISCR_E____I DRAFT HOOD

LVENT TO OUTDOORS OR

AWARNING

-ri_ _g_- ix_€_ wlm dra_ ho_l ,,_lled mustbe pmlx_ I

ventedto a chimneywhichterminates otmfuorLNerer ope_ I

Iatethe waterhexterunlassitisvanted..,te the ontdonrsandhasI

Iadequateairsuppiyto avoidrisksof m_roper operation,expio-1

AWARNING I

Theventpipefrom thewaterhextermustbeno lessthan theI

diameterof the draft hoodoutlet on the wa.,.t_"heater,and

slopeupwardto the chimneyat least¼,nch per linearI

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Venting (cont'd) Gas Piping

All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the

structure (dwelling). Installonly 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.

FOOT I

CHIMNEY

VENT PIPE INSTALLATION

AWARNING

Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the

I .n_<l.el rating plate. The inlet gas pressure must not exceed

[ 14 mcbes water column ½pound.per square inch (3.5k.Pa).I

I The minimum inlet gas pressure !isled on the model rating I

[is of put justmant j

AW.ARNiNG I

ff the gascontrol valve is subjected to pressuresmtceeding ½

pound per square inch (3.5kPa), the damage to the gascon-

trel vaive conld result n a fire or explos_n from leakinggas.

There must be aminimum of 6" dearance between single wall

vent pipe and any combustible material. Fill and seal any dear-

anee 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'sdear-

ance specifications. To insure a tight fit of the vent pipe in a

brick chimney, seal around the vent pipe with mortar mix

cement.

&WARNING I

iff themaingaslineshutoffservingal gasap_ioncesisused,I

I_so turn "OFF" the gasat eachappI.Eu_e.Leaveail gasapl_ I

Iances shut off until the water heater mstaEationis complete. I

AWARNING

Failureto haverequired_ces betweenventpipingand

combustiblematerialwl result nafire hazard.

AWARNING l

Be sure rant pipe is properly connected to pmvant escape of

dangerousfluegaseswhichcouldcausedeadlyasphyxiation.

AWARNING

Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may

occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors.

Spray can pro_. Ihnts, dean!ng solvents, refrigerator and air

conditioner refrigerants, svnmming pool chemicals, calcium

and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach, and processchemicalsare

typicalcompoundswhicharepotendailycorrosive.

Agas line of sufficient size must be run to the water heater.

Consult the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI

Z223.1, alsoreferred to as NFPA54 and the gascompany concern-

ing pipe size.

There must be:

•Areadily accessible manual shut offvalve in the gas supply line

servingthe water heater, and

•A drip leg(sediment trap) ahead of the gascontrol valveto help

prevent dirt and foreign materials from entering the gas control

valve.

•A flexible gas connector or aground joint union between the

shutoff valveand control valveto permit servicingof the unit.

Be sure to check all the gaspiping for leaks before lighting the

water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open

flame.Rinse offsoapy soludon and wipe dry.

Standard Models are for installation up to 3,300 feet above sea

level.

High Altitude Models are for installation from 3,300 to 5,500

feet above sea level.

Ifa standard model is installed above 3,300 feet or a high altitude

model is installed above 5,500 feet, the input rating must be

reduced at the rate of 4percent for each 1,000 feet above sea level.

Contact your local Sears Service Center or gas utility for forther

information.

.AWARNING

The apphance and its..gas connection must be lear tested

before placingthe appimnce in opel-adon.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

AWARNING

• The applianceandits individualshutoffvalvemustbediscon-

nectedfromthe gassupplypipingsystemduringanypressure

testingof the gassystemat test pressuresin excessof

•poundpersquareinch(3._ld_

tern byclosingitsindividualmanualshutx_ valvedunngan1

pressuretestingofthegassupplypiping_ at test pres-

suresequalorlessthan_poundpersquareinch(3.51d_

GAS PIPING WITH

FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR

LOOP

GROUND GAS

VALVE

JAWARNING I

Use pipe joint compoundor teflon tape marked as beingJ

resistantte theactionofpeU'oleum[Propane(L.R)]gases, j

DRIPLEG

_,d_nem trap)

CAP

SEDIMENT TRAP

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 nip-

ple in the bottom outlet or other device recognized as an effec-

tive sediment trap. Ifa tee fitting is used, it shall be installed in

conformance with one of the methods of installation shown

below.

Connecting the gas piping to the gas control valve of the water

heater can be accomplished by either of the two methods shown.

AWARNING

Contaminantsinthegaslinesmaycause!mproper oper_on.

of the gascontrolvalvethat may result|n fire or expiosJor_

Beforeattechingthegaslinebe surethat ell gaspipe isdean

on the inside.To.trapanydirt or foreignmaterialin the gas

supplyline, a drip leg (seme'dmescalleda sedimenttrap)

must be incorporatedin the piping.The drip leg must be

readilyaccessible.Installinaccordance_the "Gas Piping"

section.Referto the latestedition ofthe NationalFuelGas

Code,ANSI 7.223.1,alsoreferredto asNFPA54.

GAS PIPING WITH ALL BLACK IRON

PIPE TO GAS CONTROL

GP,OUND JOINT _BLACK PIPE

UNiON(Opuona0_GAS

3" VALVE

_jm

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Installation Checklist

BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT:

•Check the gas lines for leaks.

a. Use a soapy water solution. DO NOT test for gas leaks

usinga match or open flame.

b. Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes, joints and

c. Che for bubbling soap. This means you have a leak.

Turn OFF gas andmake the necessary repairs.

d. Recheck for leaks.

e. Rinse offsoapy solution and wipe dry.

•Is the new temperature-pressure relief valve properly installed

and Dped to an adequate draan. See Temperature-Pressure

ReliefValve" section.

HOT

HOT-

VENT PIPE TO

OUTDOORS

OR CHIMNEY

COLD

UNION SI_IUTOFF VALVE

'COLD

• Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water

heater correctly? See "Water Piping" instructions in the

"Installation Instructions"section.

PRESSURE

RELIEF VALVE

• Is the water heater completely filled with water? See _Filling"

instructions in the "Installation Instructions .

• Will awater leak damage anything? See the "Facts to

Consider About the Location" section.

• Is there proper clearance between _e water heater and any-

thing that might catch fire?See the Facts to Consider About

the Location" section.

• Do you have adequate ventilation so that the water heater

will operate properly? See "Combustion Air and Ventilation

in the _Factsto Consider About the Location"section.

"" ly "" "" Is the draft hood vent piping proper secured. See Venung_

instructions In the Installatmn Instructmns sectmn.

GAS SUPPLY

SHUTOFF

VALVE "_

TRAP) PIPE CAP

DISCHARGE PIPE

(Do not cap or plug)

DRAIN VALVE

INCH AIR GAP

•Is there proper clearance between the vent pipe and anything

that might catch on fire?See _Venting instructions in the

"Installation Instructions" section.

• Is the vent pipeproperly sloped and does the vent terminate

outdoors? See "-Venting" instructions in the "Installation

Instructmns sectaon.

• Do you need to call your gas company to check the gas pipe

and its hookup?

CHECK FOR LEAKS

Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before lighting your

water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not amatch or open

flame. Check the factory gasfittings after pilot is lit and gas con-

trol knob is still in PILOT position,; Then, check the fittings

when the main burner is turned "ON . Use a soapy water solu-

tion for this, too.

MODEL RATING PLATE

Operating Instructions

Lighting

_,WARNING

BEFOREUGHTING PROPANE(L.R)GASWATERHEATERS:

Propane(I-P.)gasisheavierthanair.Shouldtherebealeakin

the system,the.gas will settlenear the ground.Basements,

crawlspaces,skirted areasundermobile homes(evenwhen

ventilated),closetsandareasbelowgroundlevelwill serveas

for theaccumulationofthis ga_ Beforeattemptingto

lightor relight_water beater_pilotor turningon a nearby

electricallightswitch,beabsolutelysumthereisnoaccumulet.

edgasinthe are_ Searchfor odorof gasbymit§ng at ground

levelin thevicinityof theappliance.It'odoris detected,follow

stepsindicatedat "For YourSa_' onthe coverpageof this

manualtbenleavethepremise_

Lighting and operating instructions are located on front of the

water heater, aboveorto oneside of the gas control valve.

AWARNING

AN ODORANT ISADDED TO THE GASUSED

BYTHIS WATER HEATER.

FORYOUR SAFETY

IF YOU SMELLGA_

• Do net tryto lightanyappliance.

Do nottouchanyelectricalswitch;donot useanyphonein

yourbuildin_

immediatelycallyourgassupplierfrom aneighbor'sphone.

Followthegassupplier_instructio_

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire

AWARNING

DoNOT ..U.. ob.U... h ndto

pushit downto hghtthe plot, or to tom it to "ON", "OFF"

or "PILOT". Never useatoolsuchasa lever,wrenchor pli-

er_ Do not hit or.damageth.e.knob.A damagedImobmay

resultin anexplo_onandseriousinjury.Ifyouhavepmb_m

turningthe knob,callthe gassupplierimmnd'mtely.

Figure 6]

Figure 7 1

Figure 8 ]

OUTER DOOR

Figure 9 ]

Operating Instructions (cont'd)

Lighting label on the water heater as it appears above the thermostat

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

WARNING

If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion

may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

A. This appliancehasa p,ot whichmusthe lightedby

hand.Whenlightingthepilot,followtheseInstructions

exactly.

B.BEFORELIGHTINGsmellall aroundtheappliancearea

for gas. Besure to smell nextto the floor because

somegasisheavierthanairandwill settleonthefloor.

WHATTODOIFYOUSMELLGAS

• Donottrytolightanyappliance.

•Do not touchanyelectricswitch; do not use any

phoneinyourbuilding.

• Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfroma neighbor's

phone.Followthegassupp,er'sInstructions.

•Ifyou cannotreachyourgassupplier,call thefire

department.

C. Useonlyyourhandto pushinor turnthegascontrol

knob.Neverusetoots,if theknobwillnotpushIn or

turnbyhand,don'ttryto repairit,calla qualifiedser-

vicetechnician.Forceor attemptedrepairmay result

in a fireorexplosion.

D. Donot usethis applianceif anypart hasbeenunder

water.Immediatelycalla qualifiedservicetechnlclan

to Inspecttheapplianceandto replaceanypartofthe

controlsystemand anygas controlwhichhasbeen

underwater.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

1.STOP!Readthesafetyinformationaboveonthis label.

2.Removeouterdoor.

3. Set thethermostatto lowestsetting byturningthe

watertemperaturedialclockwise,(( _,)toitslowest

temperaturesetting(witharrowondial)asshown.DO

NOT FORCE, _

4."rumgascontrolknobclockwise__) to ';,OFF'I,nosi-

tlon. Knobcannotbe turnedfrom PILOT to (_FF"

unlessknob isdepressedslightly.DO NOT FORCE,

(Figure6,page17)

5.Waitfive (5)minutes to clearout anygas.If youthen

smellgas,STOPIFollow"B" inthe safetyinformation

aboveon this label.If youdon'tsmell gas,go to the

nextstep.

6. Remove(or open)Innerdoor locatedbelowthe gas

controlunit.

7. Findpilot-followmetaltubefromgascontrol.Thepilot

islocatedontherighthandsideoftheburner.

PILOT BURNER _ _ THERMOCOUPLE

8.Ifyoudon'tsmellgas,turnknobongascontrol counter

clockwise_ to"PILOT"position.(Figure7,page17)

9. Push in control knob all the way and hold down.

Immediatelylightthe pilotwitha match.Continueto

holdcontrolknobin for aboutone !1) minuteafter

thepilotislit. Releaseknob andit willpopbackup.

Pilotshouldremainlit.If it goesout,repeatsteps3

through8.

• if knob doesnotpopupwhenreleased,stopand

immediatelycall yourservice technicianor gas

supplier.

• If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries,

depressandturnthegascontratknobclockwise

_' _ to"OFF"andcell yourservicetechnician

orgassupplier.(Figure6,page17)

10.Replace(or close)innerdoor.Replaceouterdoorif

doordoesnotcovergascontrolon/offknobor tem-

peratureadustmeotknob.(Figureg,page17)

11. Atarms engthaway,turngascontrolknobcounter-

clockwise_)P tothefull "ON" position.Wanting

do not use gas control knob to regulate gas

flow. (Figure8,page17)

12.At armslengthaway,set thethermostatto desired

setting.Themark ( • ) NOTindicativeofapproximate

120°F is preferredstarting point. Somelocallaws

mayrequirea lowerstartingpoint. If hotterwateris

desired,seeinstructionmanualand='warning"below.

13.Replacetheouterdoorif notreplacedinstep10.

WARNING I

Hotterwater ncreasesthe riskof scaldinjury.Beforechangingtemperaturesetting seeInstructionmanual. I

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

1.Set thethermostatto lowestsettingbytuming the

watertemperaturedialclockwise(("-"_) to its lowest

temperaturesetting(witharrowondial)as shown.DO

NOT FORCE. _

2. Turngas controlknobclockwise _) to "OFF"

position.Knobcannotbe turned from "PILOT" to

"OFF" unlessknobIs depressedslightly.DO NOT

FORCE,

3.Replaceouterdoor(ifremoved).

Operating Instructions (cont'd)

Temperature Regulation

Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tem-

>oeraturein certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or

wer at the point of use such as, bathtuus, showers, sink, etc.

This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at

the mark approximating 120°F, the actual water temperature at

any hot water tap could be as high as 150°F or as low as 90°E

Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water

is needed for cleaning (bodies, dishes, clothing). Hot water will

present a scald hazard. Depending on the time element, and the

people involved (normaladults, children, toddlers, elderly,

infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.

Turn the water temperature dial clockwise.Lff"_) to decrease

the temperature, or counterclockwise (€_ _) to increase the

temperature.

AWARNING

HOTTERWATERCAN SCAL_.Water heatersamintendedto

producehot water.Water heatedto a temperaturewhichwill

satisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing,anduther sanitizingneeds

canscaldandpermanentlyinjureyouuponcontatt.Somepeo.

pieamrnoreI!kelyto bepennanontlyinjuredbyhutwat_-than

others.Theseincludethe elderly,children,theinfirm,orphysical-

lylmentally handicapped.Ifanyoneusinghotwaterinyourhome

fitsinto oneofthesei_roupsorifthereisaincalcodeorstatelaw

requiringacertaintemperaturewateratthehotwater_then

youmusttakespecialprecautionsInadditiontousingthelowest

possibletemperaturesettingthatsatisfiesyourhotwaterneeds,

a meanssuchasa mixingvalve,shouldbeusedat thehotwater

tapsusedbythesepeopleor at the waterhea_r.Mixingvalves

areavailableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestore_Followman-

ufactorersinstructionsfor installationof the valves.Before

changingthe factory setting on the thermostat, read the

'q'emperatoreRegulation"sectioninthismanual.

AWARNING ]

Neverallow smallchildron--ron----m--_auseausea hot watertap, or to drawI

their ownbath_Neverleaveachild or handicappedper- I

sonunattondedma bathtubocshower. J

The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its

lowest position, to reduce the risk of scald injury. It is adjustable

and must be reset to the desired temperature setting. The mark

(A) HOT indicative of approximately 120°F is the preferred

starting point. Some states have a requirement for a lower set-

ting. If you need hotter water, follow directions for temperature

adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this section.

PILOT

LIGHTING -Set here before lighting pilot.

AHOT- Is a thermostat setting of approximately

120°F, which will supply hot water at the

most economical temperatures. The tempera-

ture adjustment knob can be turned lower

than "HOT" if desired.

A - Is athermostat setting of approximately

130°E

B - Is a thermostat setting of approximately

140°E

C-Is a thermostat setting of approximately

150°E

VERYHOT - Is a thermostat setting of 160°E It is recom-

mended that the dial be set lower whenever

possible.

NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°--140°F recom-

mended by moat dishwasher manufacturers.

•AWARNING

Shouldoverheatingoccuror the gassupplyfailto shutoff,

turn"OFF" themanualgascontrolvalveto theapp ance.

Service and Adjustment

Tank (Sediment) Cleaning

Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying

amounts of noise, and if left in the tank will cause premature

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 sedi-

ment deposits. This may be ordered from the Sears Service

Center. For ordering, refer to the 'Parts Order List" sect'on.

Burner Inspection

AWARNING

Donotusethisapplianc_has beanuedorwa_. I

Immediately call a Sears Service Technician to inspect the

appliance and to replace the gas control or any part of the

humorsystomwhchhasbeanundorwater, j

Venting System Inspection

At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the

venting system. Youshould look for:

• Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The com-

bustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed.

iamage or deterioration which could cause improper vant-

ing or_eakageof combustion products

Rustedflakesaround top of water heater.

At least once a year avisual inspection should be made of the

main burner andpilot burner. The drawingis for your reference.

You should check for sooting which is not normal and will

impair proper combustion.

AWARNING

Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may

occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapor_

Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air

conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium

and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach,and processchemicals

typical compoundswhich are potantially corrosive.

•AWARNING

Obstro .c.,_1,or detenoreted vent systemsmay present aserious

healthrisk orasphyxiation.

AWARNING I

Be sure the vent piping is properly.connected to prevent

aspeSCapehyxio.fa_dTgerous flue gassoswh,ch coud cause deadly

AWARNING . [

If a_.r inspection of the vent system you found sooting or [

deterioration, something iswrong. Call the local gasutility to [

correct the problem _clean or replace the flue and venting

before resuming operation of the water heater.

AWARNING

Soot build-upindicatesaproblemthat requires correction

beforefurtheruse.Turn"OFF" gasto water heaterand leave

"OFF" untilrepairsare made,becausefailureto conect the

causeofthe sootingcanresultin afire or explosmncausing

DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY

DAMAGE.

Burner Cleaning

In the event your burner needs cleaning, use the following

instructions:

If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required, turn

the gas control knob clockwise (_"x) to the OFF position,

depressing slightly.

NOTE: The knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF"

unless knob is depressed sfightly. DO NOT FORCE.

Loose deposits on or around the burner can be removed by care-

fully using the hose of a vacuum cleaner inserted through the

accessdoor of the water heater. If the burner needs to be removed

for additional cleaning, call the Sears Service Center to remove

and dean the burner and correct the problem that required the

burner to be cleaned.

Service and Adjustment (cont'd)

Draining

The water heatershould be drained if being shut down during

freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and cleaning of

sediment from the tank maybe necessary.

Turn the gascontrol knob to the "OFF" position.

CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater.

•OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for

draining.

• Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an

adequate drain.

•OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank

draining.

N.O_ If the water heater is going to be shut down and

drained for.an extended perlod, the drain valve should be

left open with hose connected allowing water to terminate

to adeq t d h.

•Close the drain valve.

• Follow instructions in the _Filling The Water Heater"

$¢ction.

• Follow the lighting iustructions in the "Lighting" section to

restartthe waterheater.

AWARNING

When checldngthe temperature-prasmra relief valve opera,

fion, make rare that (I) ne one Is infront of er around the

outi_ ofthe temt_nture.pemmm nd'_ discharSoline,

and(2) thatthewater manuallydischargedwillnotcanseany

propertydamagebecamethewm_rmaybeextram_ ho_

If after manuallyoperatingthe valve,it failsto completely

resetand continuesto releasewater, immediatelyclosethe

cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining

instructions,and replace the ternperatore-pressure relief

valvewithanewone_

Drain Valve Washer

Replacement

NOTE: For replacement, me a 17/n"• u_h"• _" thick washer

available at your nearest hasdware store. For o_ mplaco.

meat washtmhreferto the "Parts Order List_sconen.

Temperature-Pressure Relief

Valve Operation

The tempetature-pressurereliefvalve must be manually operated

at leastonce a year.

TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE

REL_ VALVE

Turn "OFF" gas supplyto water heater.

Follow _Draining" instructions.

Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the

screw handle.

Remove the washer and put the new one in place.

Screw the handle and cap assembly backinto the drainvalve

and retighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

Fol!ow instructions in the Pilling The Water Heater"

section.

Check for leaks.

Follow the lighting instructions in the "Lighting" section to

restartthe water heater.

"_'AND CAP

ASSEMBLY

DISCHARGE PiPE

Failureto install and maintain a new properly listed tempera-

tore-pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer fronl any

claim which might result from excessivetemperature or pressure.

AWARNING

If the temperatura-prassure relief valve on the appliance

wnepsor dischargesperfodicadl_this maybedue tu thermal

expansion. Your water heater may have acheck valve

installedin the water line or a water meter with a check

valve.Comuit theSearsService Center for further Infomm.

tion.Do notplugthetemperature-pressurereliefvalve.

Housekeeping

Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a

regular basis.

Combustible materials such as dothingo denning materials, or

flammable liquids, etc. must not be placed against or adjacent to

the water heater.

To insure sufficient ventilasion and combustion air supply, prop-

er ' " - --

dearances from the water heater must be maintained at all

times.

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 a qualified person check it out.

Contact SEARS Repair Services at 1-800-4-MY-HOME

(1-800-469-4663).

Troubleshooting Guide

Start Up Conditions

CONDENSATION SMOKEIODOR

Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, a certain

amount of condensation will form while the burner is on. A

water heater may appear to be leakingwhen in fact the water is

condensation. This usually happens when:

•When anew water heater is filled with cold water for the

first time.

• When gas burns and water vapor is produced in water

heaters, particularly high efficiency models where flue tem-

peratures are lower.

•When you use large amounts of hot water in a short time

and the refillwater 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 %izaling_ or

"frying" noise.

Excessivecondensation can cause pilot outage due to water run-

ning 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"tankleak_. 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.

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.

THERMAL EXPANSION

Water supply systems may, because of high line pressure, fre-

quent cut-offs, the effects of water hammer and others, 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 measuresare taken, the devices cause the water sys-

tem to be closed. As water is heated, it expands (thermal expan-

sion) and dosed systems do not allow for the expansion of heat-

ed 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 the water heater s temperature-pzessure relief valve is

reached, the valvewill relieve the excess pressure. The tcmpeea-

ture-pressure rdief 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

adosed system have a by-pass and/or the system have an expan-

sion tank to rdieve the pressure built by thermal expansion in

the water system. Expansion tanks are available for ordering

through the Sears Service Center. Contact the local plumbing

inspector, water supplier, and/or the Sears Service Center for

assistance in controlling these situations.

Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications

Model Tank Capacity Dimensions in Inches Pipe Fitting

Number In Gallons Diameter Length On Tank

153.331020 2 8inches 12_inche2 _"Male

153.331050 5 11 inches 14_inche* _" Male

AWARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD:. Water heaters are intended to

produce hot water.Water heated to atemperetu.re which will

satisfyclotheswashmg, dishwashing,and other sanitizingneeds

can scald and permanonfly injure yon upon contact. Some pon-

Ceare more likelyto be permanently injuredby hot water than

other_ These includethe elderl_ childron, the ingrm, or ph_ic_

ly/mentally handicapped.If anyoneusinghot water in your home

fitsinto one ofthesegreupsor ifthere is a lucal€ode or state law

requiringa retrain temperaU_ water at the hot water tap, then

_)umusttake specialprecauttor-_In addition to usingthe Ioweat

a)ssibletempemtore setting that satisfiesyour hot water needs,

a means suchasa mi_ng valve, shouldbe usedat the hot water

taps usedby thesu people or at the water heaten.M_ng valves

are availableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestore_ Followman-

ufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before

changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the

'fl'emperature Regulation"sectionin this manual.

Expansion Tank Sizing Chart

Water Heater Capacity (Gallons)

Inlet*

Water

Pressure

40psi

50psi

60psi

70psi

80psi

Expansion 30 40 50 66 82

Tank 2 2 25 5

Capacity 2 2 2 5 5

Needed 2 2 5 5 5

2 2 5 5 5

25 5 5 5

*Highest recorded inlet water pressure in a 24 hour period or

regulated water pressure.

NOTE: Expansion tanks are pre-charged with a 40 psi air

charge. If the inlet water pressure is higher than 40 psi, the

expansion tanks air pressure must be adjusted to match that

pressure, but must not be higher than 80 psi.

Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)

Operational Conditions

HOT COLD WATERHEATER O)

•COLD WATER PRESSURE

rINLET FITTING REDUCING

VALVEWITH

BY-PASS

0) 1

EXPANSION

TANK

(2)

PRESSUREGAUGE WATER

SHUTOFF

RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION

(WRnCALMOUNnNG)

SMELLY WATER

In each glasslined water heater there is installed at least one

anode rod (see parts section) for corrosion protection of the

tank. Certain waterconditions will cause a reaction between this

rod and the water. The most common complaint associated with

the anode rod isone ofa _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. aconcentration of sulfate in the supply water.

b. little orno dissolvedoxygen in the water.

c. a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater. (This

harmless bacteria is non-toxic to humans.)

d. an excessof active hydrogen in the tank. This is caused by

the corrosion protective action of the anode.

WATER HEATER

COLD WATER

INLET FITTING

HOT COLD

EXPANSION

FLOOR,CEIUNG

jols'l; ETC.

STRAPPING

PRESSURE

REDUCING INLET COLD

VALVEWITH WATER

BY-PASS SHUTOFF

Smellywater may be diminated orreducedin some water heater

models by replacingthe anode(s) with one of less active material,

and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all hot water

lines. Contact Sears Service for Furtherinformation concerning

an Anode Replacement Kit #9001453 and this Chlorination

Treatment.

If the smelly water persists after the anode replacementand chlo-

rination treatment, we can only suggest that continuous chlori-

nation and filtering conditioning equipment be considered to

eliminate the water 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

PRESSUREGAUGE

ALTERNATE RECOMMENDED

INSTALLATION

(HORIZONTAL MOUNTING)

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 ordangerousconditions.

AWARNING

HYDROGEN GAS:Hydrogengascanbe producedin a hot

watersystemthet hasnetbeenreedfor a longperledof_rne

(generally two weeks .or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely

flammable and expiosve. To prevent the possibility of injury

under these conditions,we recommend the hot weter faucet

be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before any

electricalapplianceswhichare€onnectedto thehotwaters_-

tern are used (such as adishwasher or washing machine). If

hydrogen gas is present, there will probably be an unusual

soundsimilar to air escapingthrough the pipe as the hot water

faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open flame

near the faucetat the time it isopen.

Condensation causes sizzling and popping with the burner area

during heatin_ and coolin_ periods and should be considered

normal. See Condensation section.

Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)

Operational Conditions (cont'd)

HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM WATER IS TOO HOT

This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shut offsys-

tern. The high temperature shut off is built into the gas control

valve. This system shuts off the gas supply to the water heater

burners when high water temperatures are present. It is non-

resettable.If the high temperature shut off activates, the gascon-

trol valve must be rephced. If this were to occur, turn _OPP" the

entire gas supply to the water heater. Contact the Sears Service

Center.

AWARNING

Shouldoverheatingoccuror the gassupplyfail to shut off,

tom "OFF" the manualgascontrol valveto the appliance.

NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER

•Check the manualgasshut off valveto be sure it is open.

•Check the pilot flame. It mayhave gone out. All models have

an opening behind the outerdoor for viewing the pilot.

•If the pilot is not lit, follow the _Lighting_ instructions in this

manual or located above the gas control valve on the water

heater to rdight the pilot. If the water was extremdy hot and is

now cold, the high limit safety temperature shut off mayhave

put out the burner and pilot. If the high temperature shut off

activates, the gascontrolvalve must be replaced. Contact the

SearsServiceCenter.

• The gascontrol knob must be turned to the "ON" position.

• The temperature adjustment dial may be set too low. See the

_Temperature Regulation_section.

• The gascompany can check the gasinput to see if it is correct.

An underfired water heater will not heat water as quickly.

•Look for leaking or open hot water faucets. Make sure all axe

dosed.

• The cold water inlet temperature may be colder during the

winter months. It will take longerto heat the water and seem

like lesshot water.

• If you cannot find what is wrong, call the SearsService Center.

•The temperature adjustment dial may be set too high. See the

Tempe.rature Adjnstment section.

NOTE: A period of time is necessary after an adjustment

has been made for the water temperature to reach the new

temperature setting.

•Iflowertempetature sertin_ will not lowerthe water tempera-

ture, call the SearsService x..enter.

AWARNING

Due to the nature of the typical gaswater heater, the

water temperature in certain situations may be hotter

than the thermostat setting.

Sho.r_ frequent draws of hot water - especiallywith very

coldincomingwater - canshockthe thermostat Into brief

operation resulting in hotter and hotter layers of water

closer to the top of the tank.

Changes in hot water usage patterns or raising the tem-

peratura differential between the cut_..n of the thermo-

stot and the cold water temperature _qll usually eliminate

the problem.

Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)

Leakage Checkpoints

Use this guide to check a "Leaking"water heater. Many suspect-

ed =Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water

can be found and corrected.

If you are not thoroughly familiar with your local gas codes,

your water heater, and _tafetypractices, contact the

Center m check the water heater.

ACAUTION

Read this manual first. Then before checldng the water

heater make sure the gas supply has been turned

"OFF", and never turn the gas"ON" before the tank is[

completely fullof water. I

ACAUTION [

Never usethis water heater unlessit iscompletely filled [

with water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank

must befilled with water. Water must flow from the hot

water faucet before turning "ON" gas to the water[

heater. [

OWater 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 Sears ServiceCenter.

O*Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or

pipe connections may be leaking.

O'The primary anode rodfitting maybe leaking.

O Small amounts of water from the temperature-pressure

relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high

water pressure in your area.

*The temperature-pressure relief valve may be leaking at

the tank fitting.

Water from a drain valvemay be due to the valve owned

slightly.

*The drainvalvemay be leaking at the tank fitting.

Combustion products contain water vapor which can

condense on the cooler surfaces of the tank. Droplets

form and drip into the fire or run on the floor. This is

common at the '_imeof startup after instalhtion and when

incoming water is cold.

Water in the waterheater bottom or on the floor maybe

from condensation, loose connections, or the rdief valve.

DO NOT replace the water heater until a flail 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.

NOTE: To check where threaded portion enters tank,

insert cotton swab between j.ac_._ Ol_nmg .andtitting,

If cov..on is wet, ..follow"Draining" mstrucuons in the

_Serwce and Adjustment _ section and then remove

fitting. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads

and replace. Then follow "Fdllng the Water Heate_'

instructions in the"Installation Instructions_ section.

Parts Order List

POWER MISER TM 12 GAS WATER HEATERS

MODEL NUMBERS:

153.330401

153.330451

153.330501

153.330551

153.330701

153.330751

40 Gal. High Altitude

40 Gal.

50 Gal. High Altitude

50 Gal.

75 Gal. High Altitude

75 Gal

17_ 2In

11 7

8_ 10_

Parts Order List (cont'd)

POWER MISER TM 12 GAS WATER HEATERS

MODEL NUMBERS:

153.330401 40 Gal. High Altlmde

153.330451 40 Gal.

153.330501 50 Gal. High Altitude

153.330551 50 Gal.

153.330701 75 Gal. High Altitude

153.330751 75 Gal

KEY

NO.

153.330401 153330451 153.330701 153.330751

PART DESCRIPTION

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

Primary Anode Rod

Cold Inlet Nipple (Heat Trap)

Drain Valve

Drain Valve Washer

(_" • 'Y-"• Wthick)**

Model Rating Plate

Pilot

Thermocouple*

Pilot Tubing w/Fittin_s

Burner Orifice

(Drill Size)

Manifold

Burner

Manifold Cover

Inner Door

Gas Control Valve

Temperature Adjustment Knob

Restrictor Ring

Dip Tube

Flue Baffle

Draft Hood

Secondary Anode Rod and

Hot Outlet Nipple (Heat Trap)

Manual

Mag-Erad

9000071

9000734

9000948

9000254

9001584

0270118

9000284

4233900

9000278

0230141

#36 (HA)

9002615

9002411

9002494

9000281

F145-1277

F145-1280

9001208

9002444

9000944

9000273

9000071

9000734

9000948

9000254

9001584

0270118

9000284

4233900

9000278

0230120

#33

9002615

9002411

9002494

9000281

F145-1277

F145-1280

9001208

9002444

9000944

9000273

9000071

9000734

9000948

9000254

Model Numbers

153.330501 153.330551

PART NUMBERS

9000071 9000071

9000734 9000734

9000948 9000948

9000254 9000254

9001584 9001584

0270118 0270118

9000284 9000284

4233900 4233900

9000278 9000278

0230141 0230120

#36 (HA) #33

9002617 9002617

9002411 900241I

9002494 9002494

9000281 9000281

F145-1277 F145-1277

F145-1280 F145-1280

9001208 9001208

9002443 9002443

9000945 9000945

9000273 9000273

9001792 9001792

0002915250

23600

9001584

0270118

9000284

4233900

9000278

0230160

#31 (HA)

9002621

9002411

9002494

9000281

F145-1277

F145-1280

9000297

9002444

9001452

9000274

9000071

9000734

9000948

9000254

9001584

0270118

9000284

42 33900

9000278

0230144

#29

9002621

9002411

9002494

9000281

F145-1277

F145-1280

9000297

9002444

9001452

9000274

9001792 9001792 9001792 9001792

*These parts are also available at most Sears retail stores.

**Also available at most hardware stores.

°fReplaced only on return of damaged plate.

Now that you have purchased your Gas Water Heater, should aneed ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any SEARS Service

Center or call 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-4694663). Be sure to provide pertinent facts when you call or visit.

All parts listed may be ordered from any SEARS Service Center, most SEARS stores and by calling 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7247). If the

parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a SEARS Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.

The model number of your Gas Water Heater will be found on the model rating plate located near the gas control valve.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE

FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION

PART NUMBER NAME OF ITEM.

THIS lS AREPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST

Warranty

About Your Warranty

THE PRICEOF YOURWATERHEATERDOES NOT INCLUDE

A FREE CHECKUP SERVICECALL.On Water HeaterInstallations

ArrangedBySears,Searswarrantsthe installation.

ON INSTALLATIONS NOT MADE BYSEARSAUTHORIZED

CONTRACTORS:

1.YourSearswarrantyappliesto the product only.

2. Searsdoesnotwarrantthe installation.

3. A chargewill be made on servicecalls due to poor or incomplete

installation.Theseindude:

a. Adjustingthermostat.

b. Lightingpilot.

c. Leaksinpipesorfittings.

d. Improperventing

e. Condensation

This manual is in non-technicallanguage.It mayhelp you avoid the

cost of a needlessservicecall. Manyservicecallsreallyarent needed.

Suchaswhen:

1.The gasisturned _OFF°.

2. Thepilot isout.

3. Agasorwaterleakisdueto loosepipeorconnections.

LIMITED WARRANTYON TANKSTHAT LEAK

Through twelve(12)yearsfromthe damofpurchase,ifaleakoccursin thetank, Searswillfurnish,freeofcharge,a newcurrentmodel

waterheaterofclosestavailablecapacityand quality.Ifpurchaserdoesnot qualifyforfreeinstallationasprovidedintheOne YearLimited

LaborWarrantybelow,therewillbeadmrgeforinstallation.

Ifthe replaceanentwaterheater ofclosestavailablecapacityand qualitydoesnor meetcurrentapplicablegovernmentstandards,thesewillbe

achargeforthe differencein pricebetweenthe replacementwhichdoesnot meetgovernmentstandardsandonewhichdoesmeetgovern-

meritstandards

If thewaterheaterissubjectedm commercial,institutional,orindustrialuseoruseinresidencesoftwo familiesormore,the abovewarranty

coveragefor tanksthat leakiseffectivefortwoyearsfromthe dateofpurchaseand theLimitedWarrantyOn Partsbelowiseffectivefor one

yearfromthe dateofpurchase.

LIMITEDWARRANTYON PARTS

htwelve(12)yearsfrom the dateofpurchase,whenyourS_arsKenmorewater heaterisinstalledand operatedin accordancewith

the instructionsinthis raznual,ifa part failsdueto afailurein materialsorworkmanship,Searswillfurnisha rephcementpartfreeof

charge.If purchaserdoesnotqualifyfor freeinstallationasprovidedin the One YearLimitedLaborWarrantybdow,therewillbeacharge

forinstallation.

ONEYEARLIMITEDLABORWARRANTYON WATERHEATER

When yourSearsKenmorewaterheaterisinstalledbySearsorits llc_am_clsubcontrac_¢iandis operatedin accordancewiththe instructions

in thismanual,Searswill,foroneyearfromthe dateofpurchase:

Install,f_e of charge,the replacementwaterheaterasprovidedbytheaboveLimitedTankLeakWarranty.

Repair,freeofcharge,defectsin materialsorworkmanshipofthe waterheateras providedbythe aboveLimitedWarrantyon Parts.

Toobtainwarrantyservice,SIMPLYCALL1-800-4-MY-HOME(1-800--469-4663).Thiswarrantyappliesonlywhilethisproductisin use

in the UnitedStates.

Thiswarrantygivesyouspecificlegaltights andyoumayalsohaveothertightswhichva_ from stateto state.

SEARS,ROEBUCKAND CO., Dept. 817WA,HoffmanEstates,IL 60179

Sears Installation Warranty

In additionto anywarranty extendedto you on the Searsmerchandise

involved,whichwarrantybecomeseffectivethe datethe merchandiseis

installedshould the workmanship of any Searsarranged installation

provefaultywithin one year,Searswill, upon notice fromyou, cause

suchfaultsto be correctedatno additionalcostto you.Ifyou want this

heater professionallyinstalledby Searscontact your SearsSalesperson.

Theywill arrangeforprompt, qualityinstallation.

Sears Installation Policy

All installationlabor arrangedby Searsshall be performed in a neat,

workmanlikemannerin accordancewith generallyacceptedtradeprac-

tices. Further, all installationsshall complywith all local laws,codes

regulationsand ordinances.The customer shallalsobe protected,dur-

ing installation, by insurance relatingto property damage,Workers

Compensationand PublicLiability.

If you want this water heaterpmfeasionallyinstalled by Sears contact

your Salesperson.Theywillarrangefor pmmpt, qualityinstallationby

Searsauthorizedcontractors.

delivereddirectlytoyourhomo Call24hoursaday,7daysaweek

Call6am- 11pm(CST),7daysaweek 1-8004-MY-HOME

1-800-366-PART (1-8oo.469.4863)

(t-aoo-,_e-Tua) TheSen_S_ ofSe_"

Themodelntunberof)ourwaterheaterisfoundonthemodelratingplateonthefrontof thewaterheater.

03._ Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 00om,szs0-1

Kenmore 153330551 Power Miser 10 Gas Water Heater

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