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Transcript 
Owner's
Manual
POWER MISERTM 6
GAS WATER HEATER
FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.
NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING,
NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.
MODEL
NO.
153,336466
30
40
30
40
153,336566
50 Gallon
153,336762
30 Gallon Propane (L.R)
40 Gallon Propane (L.R)
50 Gallon Propane (L.P,)
153,336162
153.336262
153,336362
153,336862
153.336962
Gallon Short
GaHon Short
Gallon
Gallon
* Safety mnstructions
* mnstaHation
* Operation
* Care and
Maintenance
* Troubleshooting
* Parts List
For Your Safety
AN ODORANT
WARNING:
if the information
in these
instructions is not followed exactly, a fire
or explosion
may result causing property
damage, personal injury or death.
C3 Technology s* Gas Water Heaters meet
the new ANSI Z21.10.1 standard that deals
with the
accidental
or unintended
of flammable
vapors,
emitted by gasoline.
such
ignition
as
IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BYTHIS WATER HEATER.
those
--Do
not store or use gasoline
or other
flammable
vapors
and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Read and understand
instruction
-- WHAT TO DO iF YOU SMELL GAS:
manual and safety messages
before instaNing, operating or
servicing this water heater.
Failure to follow
safety messages
death or serious
• Do not try to light any appliance.
o Do not touch
instructions and
could result in
injury'.
Instruction manual
with water heater.
,, mfyou cannot reach your
camm
the fire department.
--Installation
CALENTADOR DEAGUAsi no entiende la infom_aci6n en las etiquetas
o en el manual instructivo. No hacer caso de esta advertencia podria
resultar en la MU ERTE O GRAVES LESIONES CORPORALES.
Sears,
PRINTED
IN THE U.S.A
0705
Roebuck
do
,, mmmediatemy caml your
gas suppmier
from a neighbor's
phone. Fommow the
gas eupplier'e
instructions,
must remain
Si no puede leer o entender el ingles y necesita el manual instructivo
y/o etiquetas
en espaSol
puede
obtenerlos
Ilamando
al
1=800=821=2017. NO TRATE DE INSTALAR O OPERAR ESTE
any emectricam switch;
not use any phone in your buimding.
and Co., Hoffman
V',_nC_,'v,seat'S,CO_rn
and
service
gas suppmier,
must
be
performed
by a qualified
installer,
service agency orthe gas supplier.
Estates,
_L 60179 U.S.A
PART NO
184231-001
Your
safety
and the safety
of others
is extremely
important
in the
installation,
use and servicing
of this
water
heater.
Many safetyoreLated
messages
and instructions
have been provided
in this manual and on your own water heater to warn you and
others of a potential
injury hazard.
Read and obey all safety messages
and instructions
throughout
this manuaL,
mt is very
important
that the meaning
of each safety message
is understood
by you and others who instalm, use or service this water heater.
This is the safety amert symbol,
ff is used to alert you
to potential
personal
injury hazards.
Obey aH safety
messages
that
injury or death.
follow
DANGER
hazardous
could
result
this
symbol
to avoid
possible
indicates
an
imminently
situation
which, if not avoided,
in death
or injury.
WARNmNG indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or injury.
CAUTmON indicates a potentially
situation
which, if not avoided,
in minor or moderate
injury.
hazardous
may result
CAUTLON
used without
the
symbo{ indicates
a potentially
situation which, if not avoided,
in property
damage.
safety
aJert
hazardous
could result
AH safety messages will generally tell you about the type of hazard, what can happen if you do not follow the safety message and
how to avoid the risk of injury.
IMPORTANT DEF_NIT_ONS
Gas Supplier: The natural gas or propane utility or service who supplies gas for utilization by the gas burning
appliances within this application. The gas supplier typically has responsibility for the inspection and code approval of
gas piping up to and including the natural gas meter or propane storage tank of a building. Many gas suppliers also
offer service and inspection of appliances within the building.
© Sears,
Roebuck
and
Co,
Readandunderstand
instruction
manual
andsafetymessages
before
installing,
operating
or
servicing
thiswaterheater
Failure
tofollowinstructions
and
safetymessages
couldresult
in
deathorserious
injury,
Instruction
manual
mustremain
withwaterheater
Fire Hazard
mtinued protection against
riskof fire:
,Do
ot install water heater on
carl: .tted floor
,Do
ot operate water heater if
flood damaged.
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°0) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death_
Explosion
o Overheated
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest r[skfor scald injury.
Feel water
showering
before
bathing
Temperature
available.
limiting valves
Hazard
water
can cause
water tankexplosion,
-Properly
sized
temperature
and pressure relief valve must
be
installed
in opening
provided.
or
are
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
Breathing
Fire or Explosion
Hazard - Carbon
• Install vent system
codes,
Hazard
• Do not operate
Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
Avoid all ignition
sources
if you smell LP gas_
, Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas
pressure.
, Use only gas shown on rating plate
, Maintain
required
clearances
to combustibles_
, Keep
ignition
sources
away from faucets
after
,, extended period of nen-use.
manual
(}as
in accordance
water
heater
with
it flood
damaged.
• High altitude or[flee must be installed for
operation above 7,700 feet (2,347 m)
, Do not operate [f soot buildup.
• Do not obstruct water heater air intake
with insulating jacket.
• Do not place chemical vapor emitting
products near water heater.
• Gas and carbon monoxide detectors
are available
J
Read instruction
Monoxide
before
installing, using or sewucmg
water heater.
improper
,
o
o
•
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death, Always read and understand instruction manual
installation
and use may result
in property damage.
Do not operate water heater if flood damaged
Inspect and replace anode.
Install in location with drainage,
Fill tank with water before operation.
Be alert for thermal expansion
Refer to instruction
manual
for installation
and service.
ThankYouforpurchasing
a Kenmore
waterheater.
Properly
installed
andmaintained,
it shouldgiveyouyearsoftrouble
freeservice.
If youshould
decidethatyouwantthenewwater
heater
professionally
installed
bySears
call1-800-4+MY-HOME
®.
Theywill arrangefor prompt,qualityinstallation
by Sears
authorized
contractors.
The
Abbreviations
FoundInThisInstruction
Manual:
Rd, Cleveland
must
conform
the local code authority
installation
having
local
codes,
In the
installations
United
CSA- Canadian
Standards
Association
ANSI- American
National
Standards
Institute
NFPA-National
FireProtection
Association
ASME
-American
Society
ofMechanical
Engineers
GAMA
- Gas Appliance
Manufacturers
Association
If after reading
Standard
(current
Water
Heaters
ANSI
Z21.10.1
• CSA
possible
figure 1.
could cause DEATH,
PROPERTY DAMAGE.
heater
SERIOUS
will not operate
BODILY
properly.
INJURY
For California
It
anchored,
manual
operation,
contains
and
also contains
warnings
read and be aware
essential
to the
instructions
maintenance
through
the
AND/OR
operation
of the
water
NUMBER
N GALS
(LTRS
TYPE
OF
iNPUT
RATE
GAS
(Btu/hr)
action,
and
vent
pipe
death
from
fires.
See
in preventing
poisoning
and
the water heater complies
the Location
section in this
See
this water
to avoid
instructions
Instructions
heater
falling
for
may
must
be braced,
or moving
correct
be obtained
during
an
installation
from
your
local
Massachusetts
Code
installed in accordance
to be
2.00:
and
State
It
RATE
PER
Plumbing
Code
Complies
with
equivalent
NOx
RECOVERY
TANK
CAPACITY
Sears
are
heater.
heater
or do not
call the
of the
that you must
and all instructions
Fire Protection
MA 02269.
dealer,
wholesaler,
public utilities or California
Office
State Architect,
400 P Street, Sacramento,
CA 95814.
your safety. Since we cannot put everything
on the first few
pages, READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL
BEFORE ATTEMPTING
TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.
MODEL
vent
monoxide
installation
earthquake.
installation,
water
out the manual
of+ All warnings
proper
for
of the gas-fired
ANSI
you are going to put the water
important
or strapped
procedures.
This
Code
manual.
Read the "Safety Precautions"
section, page 3 of this manual
first and then the entire manual carefully+ If you don't follow
the water
Gas
instructions,
Examine
the location
to ensure
with the Facts to Consider About
rules,
Fuel
of
4.1
edition).
the safety
very
carbon
and
the following:
you have any questions
of the
combustion,
are
with
Park, Quincy,
this manual
Correct
instructions
In the absence
or The Nationa!
plan the place where
heater.
water
heater
is design
certified
by CSA
under American
National
Standard/CSA
for Gas
44131,
understand
any portion
Service Center.
Carefully
comply
National
1 Batterymarch
installation
This gas-fired
INTERNATIONAL
The
these
This publication
is available
from the
Association,
8501 East Pleasant
Valley
Ohio
Association,
shall
States:
Z223.1/NFPA
54+
Canadian
Standards
with
jurisdiction.
GALS
HOUR
@ 9G°F
RISl
requires
this water
heater
with Massachusetts
248-CMR
and
SCAQMD
248-CMR
rule
5.00.
#1121
and
districts
having
requirements.
MiNiMUM
VENT PiPE
iNCHES
DIMENSIONS
DIAMETER
iNCHES
(ram)
(ram)
iN iNCHES
HEIGHT
JACKET
(rein}
TO
TOP
153.336162
30 (114)
NATURAL
32,000
30.6
3" (76) or 4" (!02)
18 1/2" (470)
43 3/4" (1,!11)
153.336262
40 (! 51 )
NATURAL
35,500
35.4
3" (76) or 4" (102)
20" (508)
47 1/4" (1,200)
153.336362
30 (114)
NATURAL
35,500
34.9
3" (76)
16" (406)
57 1/2" (I ,461 )
153.336466
40 (! 51 )
NATURAL
35,500
35.4
3" (76)
18 1/2" (470)
55 1/2" (1,41 O)
153.336566
50 (! 89)
NATURAL
35,500
35.4
3" (76)
20" (508)
56 1/2" (! ,435)
153.336762
30 (114)
PROPANE
35,500
34.9
3" (76)
16" (406)
57 1/2" (! ,461 )
153.336862
40 (!51)
PROPANE
35,500
35.4
3" (76)
18 1/2" (470)
55 1/2" (! ,410)
153.336962
50 (! 89)
PROPANE
35,500
35.4
3" (76)
20" (508)
56 1/2" (! ,435)
Materials
Needed
To simplify
the installation
depending
on your type
Sears
has available
the installation
parts shown
below.
You may
or may not need
al! of these
materials,
of installation.
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...........i!1I_
_,_ I
_'_il I_
DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE iN 20"
(508 ram) DIAMETER FOR
WATER HEATERS HAVING A
EXPANSION TANKS FOR
THERMAL EXPANSION
CONDITIONS AVAILABLE
IN 2 GALLONS
(7=5 LITERS) AND
5 GALLONS (18.8 LITERS)
CAPACITY NROUGN
LOCAL SEARS STORE OR
SERVICE CENTER.
Basic
WATER HEATER INSTALLATION KIT WITH
FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS
FOR 8/4"
(19.05 ram) OR 1/2" (12.7 ram) THREADED OR
COPPER PLUMBING AND FLEXIBLE WATER
HEATER GAS CONNECTOR W_TH FITTINGS.
Too_s
You may
DIAMETER 18" (457 ram) OR
LESS, 24" (510ram) DIAMETER
FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING
A DIAMETER 22" (559 ram) OR
LESS AND AVAILABLE iN 28"
(711 ram) DIAMETER FOR
WATER HEATERS HAVING A
DIAMETER
LESS.
Additionam
or may
type of installation,
Sears Store,
Pipe Wrenches
Screwdriver
not need
These
all these
tools
tools,
depending
can be purchased
on your
at your
(2) 14" (356 ram)
Too_s Needed
When Sweat
Tubing Cutters
Propane
Tank
Soft Solder
Solder Fmux
So_dering
or Hacksaw
Emery C_oth
Wire Brushes
Tin Snips
6' (1.82 m) Tape or Fo_ding Ru_er
Garden Hose
DriH
Pipe Dope or Teflon
local
Tape
DRILL
TUBING
SLOT-HEAD
PROPANE
TORCH
CUTTER
SCREWDRIVER
TIN
PHILLIPS
25" (550 ram) OR
SNIPS
SCREWDRIVER
HACKSAW
PIPE
ROLL OF TEFLON
TAPE (USE ONLY ON
WATER CONNECTIONS)
ROLL OF
EMERYCLOTH
DOPE
(SQUEEZE
TUBE)
USE FOR WATER AND
GAS
CONNECTIONS
8/4" (19 ram) WiRE BRUSH
ROLL OF LEAD-FREE
GARDEN HOSE
5 FOOT TAPE
PIPE WRENCH
1/2" (13 ram) WIRE BRUSH
SOFT SOLDER
SOLDER
FLUX
GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER
A
B
Vent Pipe
Draft Hood
J
K
Drip Leg (Sediment
BnnerDoor
C
D
Anode
Hot Water
L
M
Outer
Union
E
F
Outlet
Flexible
N
O
Bnmet Water
Cold Water
G
GasSupply
P
hmet Dip Tube
H
ManuamGasShut-offVa[ve
Q
Temperature-Pressure
R
Rating
m Ground
Outlet
Water
Joint
Connections
Union
HEATER
o GAS MODELS
Trap)
door
Shut-off
mnlet
Valve
S
T
F[ueBaff[e
Thermostat
U
V
Drain Valve
Pilot and Main
W
X
Relief
Valve
Plate
Burner
Pan
Y
Thermostat
Z
Piezo[gaiter
AA
* tNSTALL JN ACCORDANCE
WiTH LOCAL CODES.
Flue
Drain
Shiemd (optional)
AirlntakeScreen
(T) THERMOSTAT
GAS CONTROL KNOB
* DRmP LEG AS REQUIRED
BY LOCAL CODES.
TO VENT TERMiNATiON
ON ROOF
E
WATER TE_,_PERATURE
(ADJUSTING DIAL)
"OFF ....
POSITUON
PILOT ....
POSITION
ON"
POSITION
TOP ViEW
fR
YJ
LJ
THERMOSTAT
COVER
(V) PILOT & MAIN BURNER
{OPTIONAL)
BURNER
TUBE
w
V
U
UGNmTER ROD
PULOTTUBmNG
/
THERMOCOUPLE
TCO
Removing
the O_d Water Heater
(_
Attach
drain
a hose to the water
valve
in a floor
heater
and put the other
drain
or outdoors.
end
Open
the water heater drain valve. Open
a nearby hot water faucet which wil!
relieve
pressure
heater
and
in
speed
the
water
draining.
The
water passing out of the drain valve
may be extremely
hot. To avoid
being
scalded,
sure
al!
are tight
and that
the
is directed
away
connections
water
flow
any person,
®
make
see
Figures
FIGURE 5.
Disconnect
the vent pipe from the draft hood where it connects
to the water heater.
In most installations
the vent pipe can
be lifted
off after
removed.
any screw
Dispose
has a draft hood
®
from
2 and 5.
or other
attached
of the draft hood.
which
If you have copper
devices
The new water
must be used for proper
piping
to the water
heater,
are
heater
operation.
the two copper
water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw
approximately
four
inches away from where they connect to the water heater,
see
Figure
Additional
6. This
cuts
wil! avoid
can be made
the temperature-pressure
water heater is drained,
valve.
Close the drain
completely
cutting
later
off
pipes
if necessary.
too
short.
Disconnect
relief valve drain line. When the
disconnect
the hose from the drain
valve.
The water
heater
is now
disconnected
and
ready
to be removed.
F_GURE2.
Q
Turn "OFF" the gas supply
water heater.
to the
If the main gas line Shut-off valve
serving
all gas appliances
is
used,
also shut
each
appliance.
appliances
shut
water
heater
completed,
see
"OFF"
the
Leave
gas at
al! gas
"OFF"
until
installation
Figures
the
is
FmGURE6.
RGURE 3.
2 and 3.
If you have galvanized
Q
to the water
two galvanized
line. Also disconnect
the piping
valve
Some
see Figure
pieces
installations
require that the water
be turned off to the entire house,
be needed
Disconnect
or water
see Figures
Q
pipes
Turn "OFF" the water supply to the
water heater at the water shut off
Check again
water heater.
meter.
2 and 4.
FIGURE4.
to make . sure the
Then disconnect
from the gas control
gas supply is "OFF" to the
the gas supply
connection
valve.
pipes with a pipe wrench
7. These
remaining
should
when
reconnecting
the temperature-pressure
When the water
the drain valve.
heater
Close
to the water
be saved
the
loosen
the
heater,
since they may
new water
heater.
relief valve drain line.
is drained,
disconnect
the hose from
the drain valve.
The water heater is
now completely
disconnected
and ready to be removed.
Mineral buildup or sediment
may have accumulated
in the
old water heater.
This causes the water heater to be much
heavier
cause
than
normal
and
this
residue,
staining.
Burn hazard
* Hotwater
heater,
at the union in each
discharge.
o Keep hands clear of drain
valve discharge,
FmGURE7.
if spilled
out,
could
Facts to Consider
About
• Devices
while
the Location
Carefully
because
choose an indoor location for the
the placement
is a very important
the safety
of the
occupants
replacing
in the building
an old water heater
in a new location,
the following
and
for the
or putting the water
critical
most
and as centralized
Selected
location
servicing
must
and proper
points
heater
must be observed:
with the water
provide
operation
heater
supply.
piping
adequate
system
clearances
of the water
Hazard
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance_
• Avoid all ignition sources
if you smell LP gas.
, Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas
pressure.
, Use only gas shown on rating plate.
, Maintain
required
clearances
to combustibles.
• Keep ignition
sources
away from faucets after
,, extended period of non-use.
as possible.
*
to a gas water
off its water
Fire or Explosion
Select a location
indoors as close as practical
to the gas
vent or chimney to which the water heater vent is going to be
connected,
time shutting
new water heater,
consideration
for
economical
use of the appliance.
This water heater is not for
use in manufactured
(mobile)
homes or outdoor
installation.
Whether
that will turn off the gas supply
at the same
for
heater.
Read instruction
manual
before
installing, using or servicing
water heater
Property
Damage
, All water heaters
Hazard
eventually
leak
, Do not install without adequate
INSTALLATIONS
IN AREAS
(VAPORS)
ARE
LIKELY
(GARAGES,
Flammable
STORAGE
AND
UTILITY
AREAS,
ETC.):
liquids (such as gasoline,
solvents, propane
[LP or
butane,
drainage.
emit
etc.]
heater's
Installation
of the water heater must be accomplished
in such a
manner that if the tank or any connections
should leak, the flow
will not cause
damage
to the structure.
For this reason,
it is not
and
flammable
pilot
other
death
FLAMMABLE
PRESENT
such
can
or serious
STORED
as adhesives,
be ignited
etc.)
by a gas water
The resulting
burns
LIQUIDS
OR
flashback
to anyone
and
in the area.
Even though this water heater is a flammable
vapors
ignition
resistant
water heater and is designed
to reduce the chances
should be installed
under the water heater.
Drain pans are
available
at your local Sears or hardware
store.
Such a drain
same
length and width of at bast
which
light or main burner.
fire can cause
of flammable
vapors
flammable
substances
(51 mm) greater that the water heater dimensions
piped
to an adequate
drain.
The pan must
combustion
air flow.
BE
substances
vapors
advisable
to install the water heater in an attic or upper floor.
When such locations
cannot be avoided,
a suitable drain pan
pan must have a minimum
WHERE
TO
vicinity
being
should
or area
open
flame
or spark
Also,
the water
ignited,
gasoline
and
never be stored or used
containing
producing
a gas water
heater
other
in the
or other
appliance.
2 inches
and must be
not restrict
not subject
heater
must be located
to physical
damage
and/or
protected
by a moving
so it is
vehicle.
Water heater life depends
upon water quality, water pressure
and the environment
in which the water heater is installed.
Water
heaters
leakage
drain
are
sometimes
may result
pan
piped
to a drain.
can be reduced
or prevented
off device
in conjunction
devices
used
are available
and retailers,
• Sensors
installed
in property
from
and detect
mounted
damage,
in locations
However,
unanticipated
by a leak
detector
with
some
a piped
plumbing
and react
water
to the
drain
to leakage
water
Fire Hazard
heater
damage
or water
supply
in the drain pan that trigger
off the incoming
detected.
where
even with the use of a
pan.
These
ways:
an alarm
or turn
leakage
Do not operate
flood damaged.
mounted
to the entire
in the drain pan that turn off the water supply
home
when
water
is detected
in the drain
pan.
Carpeting
pipes
connected
devices
between
to the water
that activate based on the water
the cold water and hot water
heater.
heater
must
the appliance
appliance
* Water supply shut-off
pressure
differential
against
heater
water
on
heater
if
is
This water
* Sensors
protection
,Do not install water
carpeted
floor.
wholesalers
in various
when
For continued
risk of fire:
shut-
must
extending
by at least
the appliance
not
be protected
by metal
beyond
3 inches
is installed
be installed
the full width
(76.2
in an alcove
must be covered by the panel.
result in a fire hazard.
directly
or wood
Failure
on carpeting.
panel
beneath
and depth
ram) in any direction,
or closet,
of the
or if
the entire
floor
to heed this warning
may
,L12 '' MAX. {30 era}
7
Fire or Explosion
Read
use may
result
• Maintain
required
combustibles.
clearances
construction
4 inches
0
inch
to
at
heater
the
and
rear,
(153 ram) from
the
RGURE&
from the top of the jacket is 12
Note that a lesser dimension
models,
to the gas control
and combustible
sides
(102 ram) at the front, and 6 inches
on some
AmR DUCT
or
FRONT vmEw
OF DOOR
be_,,veen the water
are
be allowed
adjacent
in fire
clearances
vent pipe, see Figure 8. Clearance
inches (305 ram) on most models.
may
VEN'R LATION
instruction
manual before installing,
using or servicing
water heater
° improper
explosion,
Minimum
Hazard
refer
to the labe!
If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops,
cleaning
establishments,
or self=service
laundries
with dry
attached
valve on the water heater.
cleaning
equipment,
it is imperative
that the water heater or
water heaters
be installed
so that combustion
and ventilation
air be taken
TOP V_EW
OF CLOSET
WITHOUT DOOR
TOP VIEW
OF CLOSET
WiTH DOOR
Propellants
(cleaners,
addition
O" BVIIN.
directly
(direct
of aerosol
sprays
and
chlorine
based
chemicals,
to being
change
from outdoors
highly
to corrosive
flammable
vent).
volatile
compounds,
refrigerants,
etc.)
in many
hydrochloric
acid
combustion
products
of the water
heater.
hazardous,
and also
cause
Insulation
product
cases,
when
will
in
also
exposed
to the
The results
can be
failure.
B_ankets
O" M|N.
Insulation
blankets
use on gas
FIGURE&
products.
standby
available
water
heaters
The purpose
to the general
are not
of an insulation
heat loss encountered
Kenmore
Energy
water heater
and standby
with storage
Act standards
loss requirements,
for external
with
blanket
meets or exceeds
Conservation
public
necessary
Kenmore
is to reduce
tank heaters.
the National
with
respect
making
the
Your
Appliance
to insulation
an insulation
blanket
unnecessary.
Breathing
Hazard = Carbon
Monoxide
Install water heater
with the instruction
NFPA 54.
Gas
in accordance
manual
and
Breathing
To avoid injury, combustion and
venNation air must be taken from
outdoors
Do not
emitting
heater.
place
chemical
products
near
. Do
amount
confined
heater
cannot
operate
of air for combustion,
in the Locating
The New
the flow of ventilation
air.
all, call your gas supplien
of combustion
air can
death,
bodily
serious
properly
unless
Water
Heater
9.
without
. Gas and carbon
are available
vapor
water
Failure
injury,
water
heater
air
blanket.
monoxide
detectors
you provide
section.
to provide
in a
air as shown
Never
the proper
Should
obstruct
or questions
in a fire or explosion
or property
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death Always read and understand instruction manual,
the correct
Do not install
If you have any doubts
result
obstruct
Gas
Install water heater in accordance
with the instruction manual,
see Figure
area such as a closet,
not
Monoxide
intake with insulating
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death, Always read and understand instruction manual,
A gas water
Hazard - Carbon
you
at
you choose
should
identification
amount
these
and cause
damage.
personal
10
these
of components
instructions
combustion,
to apply an insulation
follow
can
potentially
injury
or death.
blanket
instructions
mentioned
restrict
resulting
(See
below).
the air flow
in fire,
to this heater,
Figure
Failure
required
asphyxiation,
1 for
to follow
for proper
serious
commence
within12inches(30cm)of thetop andone
commencing
within12inches(30cm)of thebottomofthe
enclosures.
Donotapplyinsulation
tothetopofthewaterheater,
asthis
willinterfere
withsafeoperation
ofthedrafthood.
Donotcovertheouterdoor,thermostat
ortemperature
&
pressure
reliefvalve.
Donotallowinsulation
tocomewithin2"(50_8
mm)ofthe
floortoprevent
blockage
ofcombustion
airflowtotheburner.
Donotcovertheinstruction
manualKeepitonthesideof
thewaterheater
ornearby
forfuturereference.
Doobtainnewwarning
andinstruction
labelsfromSears
forplacement
ontheblanket
directly
overtheexisting
labels.
Doinspect
theinsulation
blanket
frequently
tomakecertain
it doesnotsag,thereby
obstructing
combustion
airflow.
Combustion
Air and Ventilation
Appmiances
Located
UNCONFINED
50 cubic
SPACE
feet
aggregate
per
input
rating
doors,
are considered
In unconfined
to provide
in buildings,
air
described
in Combustion
may
need
in Confined
Combustion
in that space_
infiltration
ventilation
be provided
with two permanent
within
12 inches (30 cm) of the
top and
within
one
commencing
that freely
dilution
to
be provided
Air
Located
and
using
Ventilation
communicate
The
confined
openings
whose
Btu per hour
the
VENT&ATUON LOUVERS
END OF ATTIC_
methods
for
Spaces
volume
is less
(4.8 m _ per kW)
of all appliances
meets
volume
utilization
be
opening
installed
in that
than
of the
space.
shall
100
with
with
equipment
installed
in making
a minimum
equipment
inches
in the
(645
permanent
combined
of
of the total input rating
of al!
cm2).
One
but not
opening
enclosure,
Each
inch
space,
with the outdoors,
each opening
see
Figure
12.
space
square
confined
of one
directly communicating
shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 4,000 Btu
per hour (5.5 cm_/kW) of total input rating of all equipment in the
of all spaces
determination.
area
When
room(s)
The total input
in the
this
free
two
volume
space.
VENTULATUON LOUVERS
FmGURE11,
an additional
so that the combined
have
square
10 below)
be provided
directly
Btu per hour (22 cm2/kW)
gas utilization
ALT. INLETAIR
9 and Figure
for an unconfined
considered
shall
per 1,000
than
space
the criteria
al! gas
shall
9 on page
communicating
of sufficient
the
communicate
(craw! or attic)
with the outdoors.
of flue
A. ALL AIR FROM INSmDE BUmLDgNGS:
Figure
(30 cm) from
for Appfiances
in Confined
is a space
per 1,000
input rating
(See
12 inches
of the enclosure.
The openings
shall
or by ducts, with the outdoors or spaces
may be adequate
and
9, 11,12 and 13)
The confined
space shall
openings,
one commencing
bottom
directly,
space.
(See Figures
Spaces.
SPACE
aggregate
installed
Air and Ventimation
Appliances
feet
is not less than
OUTDOORS:
in buildings of tight construction
(for example,
heavily insulated, caulked, vapor barrier, etc.),
additional
50 cubic
volume
B. ALL AIR FROM
(4.8 m 3 per kW) of the
a part of the unconfined
spaces
CONFINED
Spaces
directly
with the space in which the
through openings
not furnished
with
air for combustion,
gases. However,
weather stripping,
Located
whose
Btu per hour
of all appliances
Rooms
communicating
appliances
are installed,
FIGURE1&
in Unconfined
is space
1,000
for
When
communicating
with
the
outdoors
through
vertical
ducts, each opening
shall have a minimum
free area of
1 square inch per 4,000 BTU per hour (5.5 cm_/kW) of total
less
shal!
11
input
rating
Figure
12.
of
all
equipment
in the
enclosure,
see
Water Piping
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°0) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death.
Children,
elderly,
and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest risk for scald injury.
Feel water
showering
before
bathing
Temperature
available.
limiting valves
or
are
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting
FIGURE
12.
Whencommunicating
withtheoutdoors
throughhorizontal
ducts,eachopening
shallhavea minimum
freeareaof 1
squareinchper2,000BTUperhour(11cm2/kW)
oftotal
inputratingof all equipmentin the enclosure,see
Figure13.
Whenductsareused,theyshallbeofthesamecrosssectional
areaasthefreeareaoftheopenings
to which
theyconnect.The minimumshortsidedimensionof
rectangular
air ductsshallnot be lessthan3 inches
(76.2ram),seeFigure13.
HOTTER
WATER
VVater heaters
CAN SCALD:
are intended
to produce
hot water.
Water
to a temperature
which will satisfy
space heating,
washing,
dish washing,
cleaning
and other sanitizing
can scald and permanently
injure you upon contact.
people
are more
likely
to be permanently
injured
heated
clothes
needs
Some
by hot water
than others.
These include the elderly, children,
the infirm, or
physically/mentally
handicapped.
Ifanyone
using hotwaterin
your home fits into one of these groups
or if there is a local
code or state
law requiring
a certain
temperature
water
at the
hot water tap, then you must take special
precautions.
In
addition to using the lowest possible temperature
setting that
satisfies
your hot water needs,
a means such as a *mixing
valve, shall be used at the hot water
taps used by these people
or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available
at plumbing
supply or hardware
stores, see Figure 14 below. Valves for
reducing
are also
OUTLET
HNLET
cold and hot water
instructions
for
installation
of the valves.
Before changing
the factory setting
on the thermostat,
read the Temperature
Regulation
section in
this manual.
AURDUCT
AiR
point of use temperature
by mixing
available.
Follow
manufacturer's
DUCT
FIGURE 13.
Louvers
shall
and Grilles:
be given
In calculating
to the blocking
free area,
effect
consideration
of louvers,
grilles
or
screens
protecting
openings.
Screens
used shall not be
smaller than 1/4 inch (6.4 mm) mesh. If the free area through
a design of louver or grille is known,
calculating
the size opening
required
area specified.
If the design
may be assumed
that wood
free area and metal louvers
percent free area.
Louvers
open position or interlocked
are opened
Special
automatically
Conditions
Created
*MIXING
VALVE
it should be used in
to provide the free
and free area is not known,
WATER
NOT _JATER
HEATER
OUTLET ON
WATERNEATER
it
louvers will be 20-25 percent
and grilles
will have 60-75
FIGURE14.
and grilles shall be fixed in the
with the equipment
so that they
during
equipment
by Mechanical
operation.
Exhausting
Fireplaces:
operation
of exhaust fans, ventilation
clothes dryers or fireplaces
may create conditions
special attention to avoid unsatisfactory
gas utilization
equipment.
operation
or
Toxic
Chemical
Hazard
systems,
requiring
* Do not connect
of installed
12
to non-potable
water system.
Thiswaterheater
shallnotbeconnected
toanyheating
systems
or component(s)
usedwitha non-potable
waterheating
appliance.
Allpiping
components
connected
tothisunitforspaceheating
applications
shallbesuitable
forusewithpotable
water.
Lookatthetopofthewaterheater.
Thecoldwaterinletis
marked
'COLD".
Puttwoorthreeturnsofteflontapearound
thethreaded
endof thethreaded-to-sweat
couplingand
aroundbothendsofthe3/4"NPTthreaded
nipple.Using
flexibleconnectors,
connect
thecoldwaterpipetothecold
waterinletofthewaterheater.
Toxicchemicals,
suchasthoseusedforboilertreatment
shall
notbeintroduced
intothissystem.
NOTE: This water heater
heat loss from the tank.
Watersupplysystems
may,because
ofsucheventsashigh
linepressure,
frequent
cut-offs
ortheeffects
ofwaterhammer
amongothers,haveinstalleddevicessuchas pressure
reducing
valves,checkvalves,backflowpreventers,
etc.to
control
thesetypesofproblems.
Whenthesedevices
arenot
equipped
withaninternal
by-pass,
andnoothermeasures
are
taken,thedevices
causethewatersystem
to beclosed.As
wateris heated,
it expands
(thermal
expansion)
andclosed
systems
donotallowfortheexpansion
ofheated
water.
can be accomplished
from the water heater.
NOTE:
To protect
against
untimely
by insulating
INSTALLATION COMPLETED
INSTALLATION KIT
the
to minimize
in heat loss
hot water
lines
USING
FLEXIBLE
WATER
CONRSGTORS
HOT WATER
OUTLET
COLD WATER
mNLET
t
Thewaterwithinthewaterheater
tankexpands
asitisheated
andincreases
thepressure
ofthewatersystem.Iftherelieving
pointofthewaterheater's
temperature-pressure
reliefvalveis
reached,thevalvewill relievetheexcesspressure.The
temperature-pressure
reliefvalveis notintendedfor the
constant
reliefofthermal
expansion.
Thisisanunacceptable
condition
andmustbecorrected.
It is recommended
thatany
devices
installed
whichcouldcreatea closedsystem
havea
by-pass
and/or
thesystem
haveanexpansion
tanktorelieve
thepressure
builtbythermal
expansion
inthewatersystem.
RefertotheTheTma! Expansion section under Troubleshooting
Guide or contact local plumbing authority
Center on how to control this situation.
is super insulated
Further
reduction
THREADED
l
TO
VALVE
SHUTOFF
THREADED
DRAFT
TO
HOOD
or local Sears Service
corrosion
of hot and cold
water fittings,
it is strongly
recommended
that dioelectric
unions
or couplings
be installed
on this water heater when
connected
to copper pipe.
Property
o Avoid water
heater
• Install thermal
, Do not apply
, Contact
Figure
NOTE:
before
FIGURE 15.
damage.
expansion
tank if necessary.
installer
the typical
the water heater.
water connections.
Hazard
T & P Valve
and Pipe Insumation
heat to cold water inlet
qualified
15 shows
Damage
or Sears
attachment
The water
heater
Service
of the water
is equipped
Remove
carton.
Center.
piping
with
insulation
for T & P valve
PmPE
INSULATmON
to
and pipe connections
from
FLUE PUPE
3/4" NPT
If using copper
tubing,
solder tubing
to an adapter
attaching
the adapter
to the cold
water
inlet
connection.
to the cold
the tank.
Do not somder the cold water
water
inlet.
It will
Look at the top cover
marked
"HOT".
the threaded
around
both
harm
of the water
Put two
or three
suppmy Hne directly
the dip tube
heater.
turns
The water
of teflon
end
of the
threadedoto-sweat
ends
of the
3/4" NPT
and damage
threaded
flexible
connectors,
connect
the hot water
water outlet on the water heater.
outlet is
tape around
coupling
nipple.
pipe
FIGURE 15A.
and
Using
to the
Fit pipe insulation
hot
water
cover
13
over the incoming
line. Make sure
of the heater.
that
the
cold water
insulation
line and the hot
is against
the
top
FitT &Pvalveinsulation
overvalve.
Makesurethattheinsulation
does not interfere
Secure
HOT WATER
with the lever of the T & P valve.
al! insulation
using
OUTLET
tape.
Temperature-Pressure
Relief Valve
REUEF
(OPTIONAL
DRAFT
Explosion
VALVE
HOOD
VALVE
TOP T & P RELIEF
NOT SHOWN)
Hazard
o Temperature-pressure
relief valve
must comply w_th ANSI Z21.22
and ASME code.
• Properly
pressure
sized
temperature°
relief valve must be
installed in opening provided.
DISHCARGEPUPE
_--'(DO
• Can result in overheating
excessive tank pressure
NOT CAP OR PLUG)
and
o Can cause serious injury or death.
FIGURE1&
This heater
temperature
is provided
- pressure
with a properly
certified combination
relief valve by the manufacturer.
The valve
is certified
by a nationally
recognized
testing
laboratory
that maintains
periodic
inspection
of production
of
listed equipment
as meeting the requirements
for Relief Valves
and Automatic
Systems, ANSI
Water Damage
Gas Shut-off
Devices
for Hot Water Supply
Z21.22 and the code requirements
of ASME.
, Temperature=pressure
pipe must terminate
If replaced,
the
codes,
but not
pressure
relief
valve
must meet the requirements
of local
less than a combination
temperature
and
valve
certified
as indicated
in the above
The
paragraph.
relief valve discharge
at adequate
drain.
Pipe:
* Shall not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the
valve, or have any reducing couplings
or other restrictions.
The valve must be marked with a maximum
set pressure not to
exceed the marked
hydrostatic
working
pressure
of the water
heater (150 psi = 1,035kPa)
than the water heater input
Discharge
Hazard
and a discharge
capacity not less
rate as shown on the mode! rating
Shall
not be plugged
Shall
be of material
or blocked.
listed
for hot water
distribution.
plate.
For safe operation
be removed
from
Shall be installed so as to allow complete
drainage
of both
the temperature-pressure
relief valve, and the discharge
pipe.
of the water heater, the relief valve must not
its designated
opening
nor plugged.
The temperature-pressure
into the fitting of the water
,
relief valve must be installed directly
heater designed
for the relief valve.
not
be blocked
or reduced
Excessive
length,
over
(9.14 m), or use of more than four elbows can cause
and reduce the discharge
capacity of the valve.
at an adequate
Shall not have any valve
Position
the valve downward
and provide tubing so that any
discharge
will exit only within 6 inches (153 mm) above, or at
any distance below the structural floor, see Figure 16. Be certain
that no contact
is made with any live electrica!
part.
The
discharge
opening
must
under any circumstances.
Shah terminate
between
drain.
the relief valve and tank.
Water temperature
over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death
in size
30 feet
restriction
Children, the elderly, and the
physicaNy or mentaNy disabled
are at highest riskfor scald injury.
No valve or other obstruction
is to be placed between
the relief
valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing directly to discharge
drain unless a 6 inch air gap is provide&
To prevent
bodily
injury, hazard to life, or property damage,
the relief valve must
be allowed
to discharge
water
in quantities
should
circumstances
demand.
If the discharge
pipe is not connected
to a drain or other suitable
means, the water flow may cause
property
damage.
Feel water
showering,
before
bathing
Temperature
available.
limiting
valves
or
are
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
14
Thetemperatureopressure
reliefvalvemustbe manually
operated
at leastoncea year. Caution
shouldbetakento
ensure
that(1)nooneisinfrontoforaround
theoutletofthe
temperatureopressure
reliefvalvedischarge
line,and(2)the
watermanually
discharged
willnotcauseanybodilyiniuryor
property
damage
because
thewatermaybeextremely
hot.
Ifaftermanually
operating
thevalve,itfailstocompletely
reset
andcontinues
to release
water,immediately
closethecold
waterinlettothewaterheater,
followthedraining
instructions,
andreplace
thetemperatureopressure
reliefvalvewitha new
and mechanically
actuated vent dampers).
Before installation
of any vent damper, consult your local Sears Service Center or
the
local gas supplier
Breathing
for further
Hazard - Carbon
Monoxide
Gas
°
Vent dampers
must be certified
in accordance with ANSI Z21.68.
•
Vent damper must permit
drafting of water heater
.
Install propedysizedventing
Do not install
without
outdoors
one,
Filling
information.
the Water Heater
proper
venting
o Do not install without drafthood.
If common
vented
install
Property
Damage
Hazard
- Avoid water heater
damage_
- Fill tank with water
before
.
in
accordance with NFPA 54,
Be alert for obstructed
or deteriorated
serious
vent
system
injury or death.
to
avoid
operating.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand
instruction manual,
Never
use this water
To prevent
water.
heater
damage
Water
unless
to the tank,
heater.
To fill the water
with water:
Close
heater
the water
heater
the right (clockwise).
the water heater.
Open
must
the
cold
drain
water
complete
before
with
turning
water heater may adversely
affect the operation
heater.
Consult
your gas supplier
if any such
valve
supply
filling
full of water.
be filled
To insure
proper venting
of this gasofired
water heater, the
correct vent pipe diameter
must be utilized.
Any additions
or
deletions
of other gas appliances
on a common
vent with this
by turning
The drain valve
valve
NOTE: The cold water supply
the water heater is in use.
To insure
tank
must flow from the hot water faucet
"ON" gas to the water
•
it is completely
the
to
front of
to the
heater.
vaJve must
of the
the handle
is on the lower
tank,
water
be left open
allow
planned. For replacement
heater installations
existing
venting,
venting must be inspected
and if deterioration
is present, venting must
For proper
heater
and the
piping
and
connections
for leaks.
Repair
The water
drafting
of the water
Operated
thermal
relatively
o Any
or otherwise
low flue
dampers.
may
This
cause
Vent dampers
with
the
damper,
Vent
with draft
hood
installed
must be connected
or listed vent pipe system,
which terminates
to
Never operate the water heater unless it is vented
Gasofired
in excess
of 80%
cause
monoxide
proper
Z21.66
of the
water
may
produce
spillage
of the
operated
flue
gases
& 67, respectively,
draft
be angled
slightly
a
hood
attachment,
the draft hood
legs may
inward.
holes on the top of
vent
Place the vent pipe over the draft hood. With the vent pipe in
position,
drill a small hole through
both the vent pipe and
and
Secure
17.
them together
with a sheet
metal screw,
as complying
National
a
may
draft hood.
see Figure
of certification
risks of
the water heater. The legs will snap in the holes to give
tight fit. Secure two legs to top with sheet metal screws.
poisoning.
American
For proper
Place the draft hood legs in the receiving
heaters
temperatures
thermally
must bear evidence
edition
Such
open
to avoid
it is operated
if its use inhibits
Dampers:
to properly
would
(ANSI
whether
heater.
gas temperature.
carbon
current
ANSI Z21.68
vent
must be removed
efficiency
not be high enough
of obstruction
air flow must not be obstructed.
to the outdoors
and has adequate
air supply
improper
operation,
explosion
or asphyxiation.
Thermally
having
and ventilation
heater
to a chimney
the outdoors.
DAMPERS
thermally
diameter
piping.
Venting
VENT
a larger
Periodically
check the venting system for signs
or deterioration
and replace if needed.
The combustion
Check all water
as needed.
installations,
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
in certain
where using preo
for obstructions
be replaced.
vent pipe may be necessary.
Consult your local Sears Service
Center or gas supplier
to aid you in determining
the proper
venting for your water heater from the vent tables in the current
edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA
54.
when
air to exit
venting
of the water
changes
are
Standard
Obstructed
or deteriorated
health risk or asphyxiation.
cover electrically
15
vent
systems
may
present
serious
Be sure vent
dangerous
Chemical
occur
Spray
vapor
and
HOOD
connected
which
could
corrosion
to prevent
cause
of the
flue
deadly
and
escape
refrigerants,
sodium
chloride,
are typical
swimming
waxes,
compounds
pool
bleach
vent
system
which
calcium
process
are potentially
may
vapors.
and air
chemicals,
and
of
asphyxiation.
if air for combustion
contains
certain chemical
can propellants,
cleaning
solvents,
refrigerator
conditioner
VENT TO OUTDOORS
OR. OHOMH'_Y
DRAFT
pipe is properly
flue gases
chemicals
corrosive.
Piping
Gas
FIGURE 17.
The vent pipe from the water heater must be no less than the
diameter
of the draft hood outlet on the water heater and must
slope
upward
see Figure
Fire and Expmosion
at least 1/4 inch per linear foot (21 mm per meter),
Hazard
Do not use water heater with
any gas other than the gas
shown on the rating plate.
18.
TO
CHmMNEY
Excessive
pressure
to gas
control valve can cause serious
injury or death
Turn
off
installation
gas
lines
Contact
qualified
service agency
during
installer
or
FIGURE18.
All vent gases must be completely
vented to the outdoors of the
structure
(dwelling).
Install only the draft hood provided
with
the new water heater and no other draft hood.
Make
sure
model
rating
14 inch
pipes
must
be secured
at each
joint
with
sheet
metal
SCreWS.
There
must
be a minimum
of 6 inches
(153
mm)
The
is subjected
also
vent pipe manufacturer's
clearance
a tight fit of the vent pipe in a brick
vent pipe with mortar
single
wall,
column
is for the purpose
noncombustible
than
gas
plate
in a fire
For other
is the
The
minimum
inch (3.5kPa),
clearance
supplied
valve
between
single wall vent pipe and any combustible
material.
Fill and sea! any clearance
between
single wal! vent pipe and
combustible
material
with mortar
mix, cement,
or other
substance.
plate.
water
(L.R).
Vent
the gas
inlet
(3.5kPa)
for natural
inlet
pressure
gas
the damage
from
specifications.
To insure
chimney,
seal around the
turn
"OFF"
the
appliances
shut
and
"OFF"
gas
rating
If the gas control
1/2 pound
valve
per square
could
all gas appliances
at each
until
on the
result
gas.
serving
gas
on the
not exceed
propane
listed
exceeding
leaking
listed
must
to the gas control
If the main gas line shut-off
follow
type
of input adjustment.
to pressures
or explosion
same
pressure
appliance.
the water
is used,
Leave
heater
all gas
installation
is
complete.
mix cement.
A gas line of sufficient
Consult
the current
Z223.1/NFPA
There
• Flue gases may escape if vent
pipe is not connected
- Do not store corrosive chemicals
*
in vicinity of water heater.
• Chemical corrosion of flue and
*
Failure to have required clearances
between
vent
combustible
material will result in a fire hazard.
piping
A readily
54 and your
gas supplier
accessible
manual
the water
A drip leg (sediment
prevent
gas control
A flexible
dirt
flame.
The
and
trap)
and
concerning
heater.
Code
ANSI
pipe size.
Rinse
minimum
in the gas supply
and
ahead
foreign
gas connector
heater.
that which
16
Gas
of the gas control
materials
from
valve
entering
to
the
valve.
Be sure to check
water
Fuel
shut off valve
heater,
shut off valve and control
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage
or death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
be run to the water
must be:
help
*
must
of National
line serving
vent system can cause serious
injury or death
- Contact a qualified instalbr or
service agency.
size
edition
or a ground
al! the gas piping
Use a soapy
off soapy
water
solution
inlet gas pressure
will permit
firing
joint
valve to permit
union between
servicing
for leaks before
solution,
and wipe
shown
at the rated
the
of the unit.
lighting
the
not a match or open
dry.
on the rating
input.
plate
is
Sediment
Breathing
Hazard - Carbon
o High altitude
operation
-
Monoxide
Traps
Gas
orifice must be installed
for
above 7,700 feet (2,347 m).
Contact
a qualified
installer
or service
agency
heaters
approved
above
covered
in this
for installation
sea
the water
percent
level.
manual
at elevations
For installation
heater's
for each
local
have
been
up to 7,700
above
7,700
Btu input should
be reduced
1,000
m) above
feet
(305
requires
replacement
of the burner
the National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI
your
gas supplier
(2,347
for further
tested
feet (2,347
feet
Contaminants
and
of the gas
m)
(2,347m),
at the rate of 4
sea
level
which
orifice in accordance
with
Z22&1/NFPA
54. Contact
in the gas lines
control
Before
attaching
on the
inside.
supply
line,
valve
the appliance,
the
safe
Contact
result
accessible.
information.
in improper
Refer
producing
limits.
your
This
local
may be required
and inefficient
carbon
could
gas supplier
in your
monoxide
result
gas
in serious
a drip
Install
to the
improper
in fire
operation
or explosion.
any dirt or foreign
leg
(sometimes
called
in the piping.
in accordance
current
edition
material
in the gas
a sediment
trap)
The drip leg must be readily
with the Gas Piping
of the
National
Fuel
section.
Gas
The
nipple
that
sediment
in the
trap shall
bottom
be either
outlet
or other
a tee fitting
device
with a capped
recognized
Hazard
19 and 20.
GROUND JOINT
UNION
(OPTIONAL)
-
operating
, Disconnect
gas
piping
and
shut-off valve before pressure
testi ng syste m.
CAP
Use pipe joint compound or teflon tape marked as being
resistant to the action of petroleum (Propane [LR]) gases,
appliance
before
The
pressure
valve
system
its
the
connection
piping
during
individual
gas
supply
system
inch (3.5 kPa).
Connecting
the gas piping
heater
can
be
shown
in Figures
shut-off
piping
valve
system
CONNECTOR.
tested
shall
any
in excess
its individual
testing
be
during
It shall be isolated
by closing
pressure
at test pressures
per square
be leak
at test pressures
inch (3.5 kPa).
any
must
FIGURE 19. GAS PIPING WITH FLEXIBLE
in operation.
of that system
per square
the gas supply
shut-off
and
from
testing
1/2 pound
its gas
the appliance
appliance
disconnected
piping
and
placing
equal to or less than
of
from
manual
of the gas
supply
1/2 pound
CAP
to the gas control
accomplished
by either
valve
of the
of the water
two
as an
effective sediment trap. If a tee fitting is used, it shall be installed
in conformance
with one of the methods of installation,
shown
, Use joint compound or tape
corn patible with propane,
The
Code,
54.
of
or death.
changes
before
result
in excess
Explosion
Leak
test
heater.
may cause
may
A sediment
trap shall be installed as close to the inlet of the
water heater as practical at the time of water heater installation.
in Figures
and
that
of
area.
Firs
before
operation
injury
for any specific
piping
can
the gas line be sure that al! gas pipe is clean
To trap
must be incorporated
to replace
the standard
orifice with the proper
high
orifice when installed at elevations
above 7,700 feet
m) could
lines
• InstaN drip leg in accordance with
NFPA 54
ANSI Z223.1INFPA
Failure
altitude
Hazard
" Contaminants
in gas
cause fire or explosion
• Clean all gas
installation.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and L4nderstand instruction manual
Water
Fire and Explosion
methods
FIGURE 20. GAS PIPING WITH ALL
19 and 20.
BLACK
17
IRON PIPE TO GAS CONTROL.
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE UGHTING
WARNING:
explosion
BEFORE OPERATING:
If you do not follow
may result causing
these
property
damage,
exactly,
personal
a fire or
injury
or loss of life.
ENTIRE SYSTEM MUST BE FILLED W}TH WATER AND AIR PURGED FROM ALL LINES.
A. This appliance has a pilot which is lit by a piezo electric
gas ignition system. Do not open the inner door of the
appliance and try to light the pilot by hand.
If you cannot
department.
C.
B. BEFORE UGHTING smell all around the applianoe area
for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because some
gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IFYOU SMELL
instructions
GAS:
FmGURE "A"
your gas supplier,
call the fire
Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control
knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or turn
by hand, don't try to repair it, call a qualified service
technician. Force or attempted repair may result in a fire
or explosion.
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any phone
in your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's
phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions.
UGHTING
reach
D.
Do not use this appliance if any part has been under
water. Immediately contact a qualified installer or service
agency to replace a flooded water heater. Do not attempt
to repair the unit! It must be replaced!
iNSTRUCTiONS
HGURE
"g"
HGURE
"C"
MAI_
8U_NER
/
"OFF POSITION
"PILOT"
POSITION
"ON" POSITRON
TOPKNOB
GAS CONTROL
1,
FIGURr: "D"
STOPI Read the safety information
above on this label.
9.
2.
Set the thermostat
3.
Turn thermostat dial fully clockwise t_
until it stops.
Push the gas control knob down slightly and turn clockwise
Once the pilot has been found, push the gas knob all the
way down. Immediately press the pilot igniter button rapidly
(4) to (5) times. If the pilot will not light, repeat step (3)
to lowest setting (PILOT LIGHTING).
10.
f_ to"OFF", SEE FIGURE 'W'.
NOTE: Knob CANNOT be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF"
4,
5.
unless it is pushed down slightly. Do not force.
Remove the outer burner door located below the gas
control.
Wait five (5) minutes
to clear out any gas.
°
If you then
°
smell gas, @
STOPI Follow"B"
in the safety information
through (9).
Continue to hold the gas control knob down for about one
(!) minute after the pilot is lit. Release the gas control knob
and it will pop back up. Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out,
repeat step (3) through (9). It may take several minutes for
air to clear the lines before the pilot will light.
If knob does not pop up when released,
stop and
immediately call your service technician or gas supplier.
If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries, turn the gas
control knob clockwise f_ to "OFF" and call your service
technician or gas supplier. SEE FIGURE "A".
above on this label. If you don't smell gas, go to next step.
This unit is equipped with a push button pilot igniter, which
is used to light the pilot. Locate the igniter on the gas
control.
11.
Once the pilot flame is established
door.
12.
At
13.
counterclockwise ('_ to "ON". SEE FIGURE "C".
Set thermostat to desired setting.
_'_ to "PILOT",
arms
length
7,
Turn gas control knob counterclockwise
SEE FIGURE "B".
8.
The pilot is located on the right side of the burner. It can be
located by looking through the glass view port while
pressing the piezo igniter button several times. Look for a
DANGER:
spark at the pilot location,
before
scald
FIGURE "D'.
_to
18
"OFF".
away,
Hotter
injury.
turn
water
Consuk
changing
replace the outer burner
gas
control
increases
the risk
the instruction
temperature.
Do not force. SEE FIGURE "A".
knob
of
manual
Temperature
Due
Regulation
to the nature
temperature
higher
THE
of the typical
in certain
gas water
situations
heater,
the
water
may vary up to 30F ° (16.7
or lower at the point of use such
as, bathtubs,
HEATER
THE
SHOULD
GENERAL
showers,
TAMPERING.
Suitable
Service Center.
Any water heater's
intended
water is needed for cleansing,
clothing).
hazard.
purpose
cleaning,
Untempered
Depending
on the
involved (adults, children,
at different
temperatures.
is to heat water.
Hot
and sanitizing
(bodies,
hot water
time
elderly,
can present
element,
and
Never
Temperature
available_
limiting
allow
small
covers
children
are available
through
to use a hot water
NOTE: A water temperature
is recommended
by most
the Sears
tap, or to draw
person
bathing
range of 120°F-140°F
(49°C-60°C)
dishwasher
manufacturers.
The thermostat
of this water
lowest
(PILOT
position
(49°C)
injury.
requirement
temperature
The mark
is preferred
heater
has been factory
LIGHTING).
be reset to the desired
scald
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest fiskforscald
injury,
before
IN AN AREA
NOT HAVE ACCESS.
people
may occur
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death
Fed water
showering,
DOES
their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped
unattended
in a bathtub or shower.
a scald
the
infirm, etc.)scalding
BE LOCATED
PUBLIC
IF ASUITABLEAREA
IS NOTAVAtLABLE,A
COVER SHOULD BE
INSTALLED
OVER
THE THERMOSTAT
TO PREVENT
C °)
sink, etc.
dishes,
WATER
WHERE
(A)
setting
indicative
starting
for a lower
It is adjustable
point.
to reduce
set at its
and must
the risk of
of approximately
Some
states
120°F
have
Turn the water temperature
dial clockwise
(G
) to decrease
the temperature,
or counterclockwise
( _
) to increase
the
or
temperature.
valves
are
Should
overheating
off the manual
occur
or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn
gas control
valve
to the appliance.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting,
HOTTER
WATER
produce
hot water.
satisfy
space
other
sanitizing
upon
contact.
injured
the
anyone
using
heating,
or if there
are intended
and
likely
These
in your
at the
precautions.
setting
In addition
that
as a mixing
to using
valve,
your
shall
include
the
into one
then
you
the lowest
hot
water
supply or hardware
stores.
for installation
of the valves.
Temperature
factory
Regulation
setting
section
on
FIGURE 21,
take
possible
needs,
VERY HOT= approx.160°F (71°C)
a
be used at the hot water
are available
manufacturer's
the
If
a certain
must
or at the water
changing
elderly,
of these
taps used by these people
at plumbing
instructions
you
to be permanently
fits
tap,
satisfies
and
injure
handicapped.
home
hot water
will
washing,
permanently
are more
others.
dish
to
which
is a local code or state law requiring
water
such
washing,
or physically/mentally
hot water
temperature
means
than
heaters
to a temperature
can scald
people
infirm,
Water
heated
clothes
needs
Some
temperature
special
Water
by hot water
children,
groups
CAN SCALD:
a
setting.
heater.
the
thermostat,
in this
manual,
Mixing valves
Follow
Before
read
see
C = approx. 150°F (66°C)
B = approx. 140°F (60°C)
Less than 5 seconds
A = approx. 130°F (54'>C)
About 30 seconds
A
the
= approx. 120°F (49°C)
LOW = approx.
Figures
21 and 22.
80°F (27°C)
FIGURE 22.
19
About 1/2 second
About 1-1/2 seconds
More than 5 minutes
Tank (Sediment)
C_eaning
Burner
Inspection
Sediment
build-up
on the tank bottom
may create
varying
amount of noise, and if left in the tank will cause permanent
Flood
tank failure.
all sediment
flooded
water heater will create dangerous
conditions
which
can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
Contact a Sears Service Center to replace a flooded
In some water areas, you may not be able to drain
deposits
by simply draining
the tank.
In these
cases Mag-Erad
(part no. 23600) can be used to help remove
the sediment
deposits.
This may be ordered from the Sears
Service
section.
Center.
For ordering,
refer
to the
Parts
Order
damage
to a water
immediately
water
List
detectable.
heater.
Do
main burner
_nspection
You should
proper
Monoxide
to repair
a period
the
unit!
visible
or
of time
a
It must
be
a year a visual
inspection
should
pilot burner,
see
Figure
check
for sooting.
Soot is not normal
be made
of the
23.
and will impair
combustion.
indicates
a problem
that requires
use.
Turn 'OFF"
gas to water
correction
heater
and
leave off until repairs are made, because
failure to correct the
cause of the sooting can result in a fire causing death, serious
and Fire Hazard
Flue gases may escape
is not connected.
attempt
over
and
Soot build-up
before
further
Carbon
may not be readily
replaced!
At least once
Vent System
not
heater
However,
if vent pipe
injury,
or property
damage.
o Be alert for obstructed,
sooted or
deteriorated
vent system to avoid
serious injury or death.
Do not store
in vicinity
Chemical
system
death
corrosive
chemicals
of water heater.
corrosion
of flue and vent
can cause
serious
injury or
FIGURE23.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death Ak_ays read and understand instruction manual
At least
once a year a visual
inspection
venting
system.
look for:
You should
Obstructions
combustion
Damage
which could
and ventilation
or leakage
Rusted
flakes
Be sure the vent piping
of
dangerous
which
could
of combustion
around
be made of the
Fire or Explosion
gasses
cause
improper
heater.
connected
which
to prevent
escape
cause
deadly
could
Read instruction
serious
Chemical
occur
deteriorated
vapor
corrosion
propellants,
refrigerants,
sodium
are typical
If when
inspecting
to correct
before
chloride,
systems
resuming
flue
contains
and
may
which
the
bleach
and
process
vent
system
and clean
of the water
and air
calcium
you
find
In the event
instructions:
your
burner
If inspection
of the burner
the gas control knob
depressing
slightly.
needs
shows
clockwise
cleaning,
following
that cleaning
( r'_
these
is required,
) to the 'OFF"
turn
position,
chemicals
corrosive.
Call the local
or replace
may
vapors.
refrigerator
chemicals,
before
present
system
chemical
are potentially
is wrong_
operation
vent
certain
cleaning
solvents,
swimming
poo!
something
the problem
of the
waxes,
compounds
deterioration,
vent
risk or asphyxiation.
if air for combustion
Spray can
conditioner
and
and
health
manual
installing, using or serwcmg
water heater,
asphyxiation.
Obstructions
Hazard
Failure to properly reseal the combustion
chamber will
disable the flammable
vapor ignition resistance
feature
of this water heater, which could result in death or serious
injury
Contact
your
local
Sears
Service
Center
for assistance
products.
top of water
is properly
flue
C_eaning
cause improper
venting.
The
air flow must not be obstructed.
or deterioration
venting
should
Burner
sooting
NOTE:
The knob
unless
knob
cannot
is depressed
be turned
siightmy.
from
"PmLOT"
to "OFF"
DO NOT FORCE.
or
gas supplier
The burner needs to be removed
for cleaning.
Cal! the Sears
Service Center to remove and clean the burner and correct the
the flue and venting
heater.
problem
2O
that
required
the burner
to be cleaned.
Housekeeping
Vacuum
around
regular
basis.
Temperature-Pressure
base of water
heater
for dust, dirt, and lint on a
The
Relief Valve Operation
temperature-pressure
operated
at bast
relief
valve
must
be manually
once a year.
, Burn hazard
Fire and Explosion
\
Hazard
, Hot water discharge.
° Do not obstruct combustion
air
openings
at the bottom of the
water heater.
° Keep dear of relief valve
discharge outlet.
Do not use or store flammable
vapor products such as gasoline,
solvents
or adhesives
in the
sarne room or area near water
heater or other appliance
When
checking
the temperature-pressure
relief valve operation,
- Visibly inspect air intake screen
at least once every six months
and clean if accumulated
lint.
make sure that (1) no one is in front of or around
the temperature-pressure
relief valve discharge
, Can cause
death
as the water
serious
that
in}ury or
the water
discharge
will not cause
may be extremely
the outlet of
line, and (2)
any property
hot, see Figure
damage,
24.
TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE
INSTALLED
IN SUITABLE
AREA:
and combustion
air supply,
heater must be maintained.
Location
section.
cleaning
materials,
Combustible
sufficient
materials
or flammable
placed against or adjacent
could catch on fire.
Anode
To insure
ventilation
proper clearances
from
See Facts to Consider
such
liquids,
to the water
DISCHARGE PiPE
the water
About the
HGURE 24.
as clothing,
etc.
must
heater
not
because
be
If after manually operating
and continues
to release
they
water
inlet to the water
and replace
one.
Rod _nspection
the valve, it fails to completely
reset
water, immediately
close the cold
heater,
If the temperature-pressure
or
follow
the temperature-pressure
discharges
the draining
relief
instructions,
valve
with
relief valve on the appliance
periodically,
this
may
be
due
a new
weeps
to
thermal
expansion.
You may have a check valve installed in the water
line or a water meter with a check valve.
Consult the Sears
Property
° Avoid
Damage
water heater
, Inspection
rod is used to protect
hot
tanks
are
Service
Center
for
temperature-pressure
further
information.
relief valve.
equipped
of anode
be maintained
the tank from corrosion.
with
an
anode
Most
rod.
to keep the tank
high water
conductivity
more
than
or replaced
intact.
often
Replacement
in operating
the
the warranty
period.
the
and should
an anode
of a depleted
anode
appears
anode(s)
should
be
annually
of drain
and/
to be
rod can extend
checked
o Keep hands dear
valve discharge.
not
rod
be checked
rod that
o Hotwater discharge.
condition.
life of your water heater. Inspection
should be conducted
calling the Sears Service Center for an authorized
contractor.
a minimum,
plug
Burn hazard
The
Anode
deterioration
depends
on water
conductivity,
necessarily
water condition_
A corroded
or pitted anode
indicates
not
Draining
rod required.
submerged
rod deteriorates
to protect
the tank.
Instead
of
corroding
the tank, water ions attack and eat away the anode
rod. This does not affect the water's
taste or color.
The rod
must
Do
damage.
and replacement
The anode
water
Hazard
The water
the
by
At
heater
should
be drained
if being shut down
freezing
sediment
temperatures.
Also periodic draining
from the tank may be necessary.
1. Turn
the gas control
after
21
knob to the "OFF"
during
and cleaning
position.
of
2. CLOSE
thecoldwaterinletvalvetothewaterheater,
5. Screw
the
valve
and
TIGHTEN.
3. OPEN
anearby
hotwaterfaucetandleaveopentoallowfor
draining.
handle
and
retighten
cap
assembly
using
6. Forlow
instructions
4. Connecta hoseto thedrainvalveandterminate
to an
adequate
drain.
7. Check
for leaks.
5. OPEN
thewaterheater
drainvalvetoallowfortankdraining.
8. Follow
restart
the lighting
instructions
the water heater,
8. Follow
restart
the lighting
instructions
the water heater,
The Water
in the
heater
Lighting
in the
into the
DO
in the FiihtTg The Water
NOTE:ff thewaterheaterisgoingto beshutdownand
drained
foranextended
period,thedrainvalveshoumd
be
leftopenwithhoseconnected
allowing
watertoterminate
toanadequate
drain.
6. CLOSE
thedrainvalve.
7. Followinstructions
intheFifling
back
a wrench.
NOT
Heater
Lighting
drain
OVER
section.
section
to
_HAHDLEAND
CAP
ASSEMBLY
%
WASHER
section.
section
to
FIGURE 25.
Drain Valve Washer
(See
Figure
Repmacement
Service
25)
Before
1. Turn "OFF"
2. Follow
gas supply
"Draining"
to water
calling
and Operational
of this manual.
for repair
service,
Conditions
found
read the
Start
Up Conditions
in the Troubleshooting
Guide
instructions,
3. Turning counter clockwise
the screw handle,
4. Remove
heater.
the washer
(_
), remove
and put the new
If a condition
persists or you are uncertain
about the operation
of the water heater, let the Sears Service Center check it out,
the hex cap below
Contact
Sears
Service
Center
at:
1-800o4-MyoHOME _'_(1o800o469o4663),
one in place.
22
Start Up Conditions
NOTE:
Expansion
tanks
are preocharged
Thermal Expansion
that
pressure,
but must
not be higher
WATER
Property
- Avoid water
• Contact
Water
supply
Damage
heater
o Install thermal
with
a 40 psi
charge,
mfthe intact water pressure
is higher than
expansion
tank's
air pressure
must be adjusted
system
80 psi.
HEATER
(3)
Hazard
damage.
expansion
qualified
than
air
40 psi, the
to match
tank or device
installer
or service
may, because
if necessary,
agency.
of such
events
as high line
pressure,
frequent
cut-offs,
and the effects of water hammer
have installed devices such as pressure reducing valves, check
valves,
back
problems.
internal
cause
flow
preventers,
When
by-pass,
these
etc.,
devices
and no other
the water
system
expands
(thermal
for the expansion
to control
are
these
not equipped
measures
are taken,
to be closed.
of
with
an
(VERTICAL
is heated,
systems
it
do not allow
WATER
COLD
HEATER
WATER
INLET
The water
within
the water
heater
tank expands
the
valve
will
temperature-pressure
constant
condition
relief
relief
the
excess
valve
is not
relief of thermal
expansion,
and must be corrected.
HTTING
FLOOR,
CEILING
If the relieving
relief valve is
pressure.
intended
HOT
a closed
system
expansion
have
a by-pass
tank or device
expansion.
stores
that any devices
The
for
(3)
PRESSURE
the
REDUCING
This is an unacceptable
VALVE WITH
BY-PASS
J
(1_
Thermal
and
through
local plumbing
Service
Center
see Figure
installed
and/or
to relieve
which
the
could create
system
the pressure
have
:_
TANK
an
t
built by thermal
expansion
tanks
are available
the Sears
Service
Centers.
inspector,
water supplier
for assistance
in controlling
ETC,
COLD
EXPANSION
It is recommended
JOBST,
as it is heated
and increases the pressure of the water system.
point of water
heater's
temperature-pressure
reached,
MOUNTING)
the devices
As water
expansion)
and closed
of heated water.
types
INLETCOLD
WATER SHUT=OFF
from Sears
Contact
and/or
these
the
ALTERNATE RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION
(HORIZONTAL MOUNTING)
the Sears
situations,
26.
Therma! Expansion
Tank Specifications
F_GURE2&
Tank
Dimensions
Length
Pipe
Fitting
On Tank
153.331020
2
8 (203 ram)
12-3/4 (323 mm)
3/4" Mate
153.331050
5
11 (279 mm)
14-3/4 (375 mm)
3/4" Mate
Mode_
Capacity
Number
iln Gallons
in Inches
Diameter
Strange Sounds
Possible
metal
Expansion
h[et*
represent
Tank Sizing Chart
Capacity
Capacity
Needed
60psi
40
50
66
80
2
2
2
2
2
2
5
5
5
5
Draft Hood Operation
2
2
2
2
2
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
5
depressurization
70psi
80psi
recorded
inlet
regulated
water
pressure.
water
pressure
in a 24 hour period
considered
Check
normal.
draft
hood
See
popping
periods
Condensation
operation
of the
contraction
and
23
bathroom
fans,
draft hood
of the water
a match
flame
heater
do
not
With
should
the burner
should
be
section.
a worst
all doors
closed, and with all air handling
equipment
operating
such as furnaces,
clothes dryers,
or
within
and
by performing
building.
of some
cool-down
conditions.
sizzling and
and cooling
30
50psi
*Highest
causes
heating
and
of heat-up
or dangerous
Heater
Pressure
40psi
to expansion
periods
harmful
Condensation
area during
(Gallons)
due
during
Water
Water
Expansion
Tank
noises
parts
and exhaust fans
range hoods and
still be drawn
with its burner
case
and windows
firing.
into the
If the flame
is notdrawntoward
thedrafthood,shutoffwaterheater
and
makenecessary
airsupplychanges
tocorrect.
from hydrogen
sulfide gas dissolved
in the waten The smell is
the result of four factors which must al! be present for the odor
to develop:
Condensation
*
Whenever
the
water
heater
condensate
wil! form
may appear
to be leaking
This
•
usually
happens
A new water
Burning
gas
cooler
water,
some
is on. A water
cold
heater
in fact the water
little or no dissolved
the
onto the burner
bacteria
bacteria
is nomtoxic
is filled with cold water for the first time.
an excess of active hydrogen
in the tank. This is caused
the corrosion
protective
action of the anode.
vapor
models
In water
where
heaters,
products
and
or other
of combustion
form
drops
time and the
condense
of water
hot surfaces
on
which
to produce
running
condensation
down
can cause
the flue
tube
onto
pilot
outage
the main
the
if the smelly
chlorination
or
aerate
doing
and putting
out the pilot.
Because
of
remove
supply
to eliminate
the anode
leaving
so, all warranty
the
suddenness
water
and
amount
may be diagnosed
of
as a 'tank
the problem.
the tank
on the water
unprotected,
heater
tank
By
is voided.
water,
in the tank warms
up (about
1-2 hours),
•
the condition
)
disappear.
not
been
by
replacement
and
to chlorinate
or
Explosion
Do
(This
leak'L After
'}.
should
heater.
"AIR" In Hot Water Faucets
condensation
the water
water persists after the anode
treatment,
it may be necessary
your water
Do not
due to water
burner
the water
to humans.)
concerning
an Anode
Replacement
Kit #9001453
and this
Chlorination
Treatment.
Anode replacement
and chlorination
of the tank are not covered by the water heater's limited warranty.
may fall
a "sizzling"
within
Smelly water may be eliminated
or reduced
in some water
heater models by replacing the anode(s) with one of less active
material,
and then chlorinating
the water heater tank and al!
hot water lines. Contact Sears Service
for further information
flue temperatures
noise.
Excessive
in the water.
reducing
of hot water are used in a short
surfaces
oxygen
water.
harmless
water
is condensation.
in the tank is very cold.
from
'frying"
with
burner
in the supply
a sulfate
produces
amounts
tank
when
high efficiency
refill water
Moisture
is filled
the
of sulfate
when:
heater
particularly
are lower.
Large
while
a concentration
assume
enough
the
water
heater
time for the water
An undersized
water
heater
will
heater
demands
machines
for hot water
including
and shower
heads.
Excessive
condensation
months
Good venting
properly
be sized
cause
The water
early spring
their lowest.
must
is leaking
more
properly
is essential
incoming
during
water
away
, Flammable
hydrogen
gases may be present.
Keep all ignition sources
away from faucet when
turning on hot water
the family's
washing
the winter
temperatures
products
has
up.
dishwashers,
for a gas fired water
as well as to carry
there
condensation.
to meet
may be noticed
when
until
in the tank to warm
heater
and
are at
to operate
of combustion
and
HYDROGEN
GAS:
water
that has not been
system
two
weeks
flammable
and
explosive.
these
located
farthest
system
and odor during
oil from
metal
Operational
Smelly
In each
to experience
the initial
parts,
and
start-up.
a small
amount
of smoke
This is due to burning
will disappear
in a short
off of
is opened.
Conditions
there
is installed
at least
one anode
at the time
system
Turn
faucet,
minutes
before
to the hot water
or washing
probably
machine).
be an unusual
the pipe as the hot water
be no smoking
or open
flame
System
works
'OFF"
of injury
hot water
it is open.
is equipped
heater
This
will
is extremely
possibility
the
for several
through
must
This
are present.
rod
There
gas
are connected
there
Shut-Off
water
the
as a dishwasher
High Temperature
system.
heater
which
to air escaping
near the faucet
while.
Odor
water
similar
of time
Hydrogen
recommend
gas is present,
sound
in a hot
be opened
are used (such
faucet
can be produced
used for a long period
To prevent
we
appliances
if hydrogen
uncommon
away,
gas
or more).
conditions,
any electrical
Smoke Odor
Hydrogen
(generally
under
water vapor.
It is not
Hazard
the
with
when
entire
an automatic
high
gas
water
supply
gas
shutoff
temperatures
to the water
(see parts section) for corrosion protection
of the tank. Certain
water conditions
will cause a reaction
between
this rod and
heater.
The high temperature
shutoff
is built into the gas contro!
valve.
It is nomresettable.
If the
high
the waten
activates,
anode
The
most
common
rod is one of a 'rotten
complaint
egg smell".
associated
This odor
with
the
the gas control
gas supplier.
is derived
24
temperature
valve must be replaced.
shutoff
Contact
your
Operational
Conditions
(Continued)
Read
this manual
make
sure the gas supply
first. Then
turn the gas 'ON"
Leakage Checkpoints
Never
before
use this water
water.
To prevent
with water.
Water
turning
A
before
checking
has been
turned
the tank is completely
heater
unless
anode
D. Small
valve
E. *The
with
rod fitting
has condensed
This is caused
by a problem
on pipes
in humid
weather
or
may be leaking.
of water
may
due
be
27.
may be leaking.
amounts
pressure
filled
the gas utility.
may be seen
pipe connections
see Figure
vapor which
products.
Contact
B. *Condensation
C. *The
never
full of water.
it is completely
heater,
at the draft hood is water
out of the combustion
in the vent.
heater
and
damage
to the tank, the tank must be filled
must flow from the hot water faucet before
"ON" gas to the water
Water
the water
'OFF",
in your
to
from
temperatureopressure
thermal
expansion
relief
or high
water
area.
temperature-pressure
relief
valve
may
be leaking
at
the tank fitting.
R Water
from
slightly
G. *The
m_
a drain
valve
drain
valve
Combustion
condense
products
on the cooler
at the time of start-up
water is cold.
Water
in the water
water
vapor
which
can
Droplets
form
or run on the floor. This is common
after installation
heater
bottom
the water
incoming
or on the floor may be from
connections,
sources
and when
heater
is made
or the
relief
valve.
until a full inspection
and
necessary
of all
corrective
taken.
Leakage
from other
also
To check
where
swab
between
fo!low
'Draining"
Instruction
Manual
with water heater
on the threads
section
Heater
section.
appliances,
water
lines, or ground
seepage
be checked.
Failure to follow instructions
and
safety' messages
could result in
death or serious injury
25
water
of the tank.
DO NOT replace
steps
must remain
contain
loose
should
being
at the tank fitting.
surfaces
condensation,
possible
Read and understand
instruction
manual
and safety
messages
before
installing,
operating
or
sewicing this water heater,
be due to the valve
may be leaking
and drip onto the burner
FIGURE27.
may
opened.
threaded
jacket
portion
opening
instructions
and then remove
and
instructions
in the
fitting.
replace.
enters
and fitting.
tank,
insert
If cotton
Periodic
cotton
is wet,
Maintenance
Put pipe dope or teflon tape
Then
follow
Fifling
in the instah'ing the New
the Water
Water
Heater
These
guidelines
should
beused
byaqualified
service
agent.
CallSears
Service
at1-800o4oMYoHOME
'_;
(Io800-469-4663)
forassistance,
inform
theassociate
thatthisisa"Flammable
Vapor
ignition
Resistant"
Product.
Improperly sealed, hot or cold supply connection,
WATER
LEAKS
relief valve, drain valve, or thermostat
Leakage from other appliances
Condensation
LEAKING
T&PVALVE
Thermal
or water lines.
of flue products.
expansion
Tighten threaded
connections.
threads.
in closed water system.
Improperly seated valve.
Inspect other appliances near water heater.
Refer to CONDENSATION.
install thermal expansion tank (DO NOT plug T&P valve).
Check relief valve for proper operation
(DO NOT plug T&P valve).
SMELLY
ODORS
High sulfate or mineral content in water supply.
Drain and flush heater thoroughly,
Bacteria
Chlorinate or aerate water supply.
Refer to LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS.
in water suppty.
Gas controt knob not positioned
correctly.
Main gas supply off.
Turn on main gas shutoff valve.
Igniter tip more than 1/8" from pilot hood.
Adjust igniter tip.
Thermocouple
malfunction.
Replace pilot assembly.
Thermocouple
TCO malfunction.
Reptace pilot assembly.
Contact Sears Service to determine cause.
Melted insulation on igniter wire or shorting
PILOT WILL NOT L_GHT
BURNER WILL NOT
STAY UT
then refill.
of igniter wire.
High ambient room temperature.
Contact Sears Service to determine cause.
Wire disconnected from spark igniter.
Broken electrode or electrical wire.
Reconnect wire connector
Piezo tgniter generator fails to operate or
malfunctions.
Replace Piezo Igniter generator.
Thermocouple
Reptace pilot assembly.
to spark igniter.
Replace pilot assembly.
TCO malfunction.
High ambient room temperature.
Contact a service agency to
determine cause.
Dirty or ctogged air intake screen.
Flame arrestor openings blocked.
Ctean and reinstall air intake screen.
Contact Sears Service to
determine cause.
Defective
Gas Control.
Dirty or clogged air intake screen.
Replace Gas Control.
Clean pilot assembly.
Clean and reinstall air intake screen.
Thermocouple
tip is not in contact with pilot flame.
Insert thermocoupIe
Thermocouple
malfunction.
Replace pilot assembly.
Dirty pilot burner.
PILOT OUTAGE
Thermocouple TCO malfunction.
Defective Gas Control.
Heater not tit or thermostat
Thermostat
NOT ENOUGH
HOT WATE R
correctly.
Replace pilot assembly.
Replace Gas Control.
Refer to LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS.
not on.
set too low.
Refer to TEMPERATURE REGULATtON.
Heater undersized.
Reduce hot water use.
Low gas pressure.
Contact your gas supplier.
Allow more time for heater to re-heat.
Incoming water is unusually cold.
Leaking hot water pipes or fixtures.
High temperature
Have plumber check and repair leaks.
Contact Sears Service to
limit switch activated.
determine cause.
WATER TOO HOT
WATER HEATER SOUNDS
StZZLING o RUMBLBNG
Thermostat
Refer to TEMPER_,TURE REGULATION.
set too high.
Condensation dripping on burner.
Sediment or calcium in bottom of heater tank.
Refer to CONDENSATION.
Clean sediment from tank. Refer to DRAINtNG
instructions
SOOTING
Improper combustion.
in Maintenance
section of manual.
No adjustment available. Contact Sears Service
to determine cause.
Lack of supply air.
VENTGASODORS
Contact Sears Service to determine cause.
Improperly installed vent piping.
Downdraft.
Poor combustion.
26
27
28
POWER
MISER TM6 GAS WATER
153.336162
30 Gallon
Short
153,336262
40 Gallon
Short
153.336362
30 Gallon
HEATER
BURNERASSEMBLY
Key No.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
"14
15
16
"17
"18
19
20
21
22
23
24
25
Model Numbers
153.336262
153,336162
Part Description
Air Intake Screen
153.336362
9003406
9003406
9003406
Anode Rod
9003888
9003889
9003889
BumerAssembly
Burner Head**
9003477
9003385
9003485
9003385
9003442
9003385
9003478 (#38)
9003391
9003457 (#37)
9003891
Draft Hood
Drain Valve
9003405
9000058
9003405
9000058
9003405
9002402
Drain Valve Washer
9001584
9001584
9001584
Flue Baffle
9003999
9003480
9003969
Flue Restrictor
9003445
9003445
9000275
Gas Control VaNe
F145-1278
F145-1278
F145-1278
InletTube
Inlet Tube Gasket
9003500
9003981
9003500
9003981
9003463
9003981
Inner Door**
9003400
9003398
9003399
Inner Door Gasket
9003401
9003401
9003401
Instruction Manual
18423!_001
23600
184231o001
23600
184231-00!
23600
Nipple w/Heat Trap
Outer Door
9003719
9003719
9003719
9003545
9003545
9003545
Piezo Igniter w/Bracket
9003410
9003410
9003410
Pilot Assembly w/Grommet**
T & P Relief VaNe
9003542
9003488
9003542
9000071
F145-1280
9000071
F145-1280
9000071
F145-1280
9003414
9003414
9003414
Burner Orifice**
Burner Tube w/Rubber
Boot**
MagoErad
Temperature Adjustment
Viewport Assembly
Knob
9003443(#36)
9003890
Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket
Now that you have purchased your gas water heater, should a need
ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service
Center or call 1=800=4=MY=HOME '_;(!o800-469o4663). Be sure to provide
all pertinent facts when you carl or visit.
MODELNUMBER
SERIALNUMBER
TYPE GAS-NATURALORPROPANE(LR)
PARTDESCRIPTION
WHEN ORDERING
INFORMATION:
REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING
THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS UST, NOT A PACKING
29
UST.
POWER
M_SER
TM
6 GAS WATER HEATER
153.336466
40 Gallon
153.336566
50 Gallon
BURNERASSEMBLY
Model
Key No.
1
Part Description
Air intake Screen
2
Anode Rod
3
4
Burner Assembly
Burner Head**
5
Burner Orifice**
6
Burner Tube w/Rubber
7
8
9
Numbers
153.336466
153.336566
9003406
9003406
9003972
9003458
9003891
9003467
9003385
9003385
9003443 (#36)
9003391
9003443 (#36)
9003389
Draft Hood
Drain Valve
9003405
9002402
9003405
9003482
Boot**
Drain Valve Washer
9001584
9001584
10
Flue Baffle
9003970
9003989
11
Flue Restrictor
9000275
9000275
12
13
Gas Control Valve
lnletTube
F145-1278
9003463
F145=1278
9003473
"14
15
Inlet Tube gasket
inner Door**
9003981
9003981
9003400
9003398
16
Inner Door Gasket
9003401
9003401
"17
instruction Manual
"18
Mag-Erad
184231o001
23600
184231=00!
23600
19
20
Nipple w/Heat trap
Outer Door
9003719
9003719
9003545
9003545
21
Piezo Igniter w/Bracket
9003410
9003410
22
23
Pilot Assembly w/Grommet**
T & P Relief Valve
9003531
9000071
9003488
9000071
24
25
Temperature Adjustment Knob
Viewport Assembly
F145-!280
F145=1280
9003414
9003414
* Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket
Now that you have purchased your gas water heater, should a need
ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service
Center or call I-800-4oMY-HOME <R'
(1-800o469-4663). Be sure to provide
all pertinent facts when you call or visit.
MODELNUMBER
SERALNUMBER
TYPE GAS°NATURALORPROPANE(LR)
PARTDESCRiPTION
WHEN ORDERING
INFORbIATION:
REPAIR PARTS, ALW'AYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING
THinS IS A REPAIR PARTS L_ST, NOTA PACKING
3O
UST.
POWER
M_SER
TM
6 GAS WATER HEATER
153.336752
30 Gallon
Propane
(L.R)
153.336852
40 Gallon
Propane
(L.R)
153.336962
50 Gallon
Propane
(L.R)
BURNERASSEMBLY
Model
Key No.
1
2
3
4
5
5
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
"14
15
15
"17
"18
19
2O
21
22
23
24
25
Part Description
Air intake Screen
Numbers
153.335762
9003406
153.336862
9003406
153.336952
9003406
Anode Rod
9003889
9003972
9003891
Burner Assembly
Burner Head**
9003451
9003422
9003460
9003422
9003565
9003385
9003453 (#51)
9003454
9003453 (#51)
9003392
9003453 (#51)
9003389
Draft Hood
9003405
9003405
9003405
Drain Valve
9002402
9002402
9003482
Drain Valve W'asher
9001584
9001584
9001584
Flue Baffle
9003969
9003970
9003989
9000275
F145-1279
9000275
F145-!279
9000275
F145-1279
Inlet Tube
9003463
9003463
9003473
Inlet Tube Gasket
9003981
9003981
9003981
inner Doo¢*
inner Door Gasket
9003399
9003401
9003400
9003401
9003398
9003401
Instruction Manual
184231-001
18423!-001
184231-001
23600
23600
23600
Nipple w/Heat Trap
Outer Door
9003719
9003719
9003719
9003545
9003545
9003545
Piezo Igniter w/Bracket
Pilot Assembly w/Grommet**
T & P Relief Valve
90034 10
9003455
9003410
9003455
90034! 0
9004021
Burner Orifice**
Burner Tube w/Rubber
Boot**
Flue Restrictor
Gas Control Valve
Mag°Erad
Temperature Adjustment
Knob
9000071
9000071
9000071
F145-1280
F145-1280
F145-1280
90034 14
9003414
90034!4
Viewport Assembly
* Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket
MODELNUMBER
Now that you have purchased your gas water heater, should a need
ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service
Center or call 1-800-4-MY-HOME " (1-800-469o4653). Be sure to provide
all pertinent facts when you call or visit.
SERIALNUMBER
TYPE GAS-NATURALOR
PROPANE(LR)
PARTDESCRIPTION
WHEN ORDERING
INFORMATION:
REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING
THinSroSAREPAmRPARTS UST, NOT A PACKmNGLIST.
31
6 -YEAR
For six years from the date of purchase,
owner's
1.
2.
manual instructions
LmMITED WARRANTY
if this water heater is installed and operated
and all local applicable
plumbing
sixth year from the purchase
in a single-family
home in accordance
in material
or workmanship.
date, you must pay the labor cost for installation
of parts or water heater.
For commercial, institutional, industrial or residential use by two or more families, the above limited warranty
During the second year you must pay the labor cost for parts or water heater installation.
1 -YEAR
EXCLUSWE
with the
codes, Sears will:
Supply free water heater parts for those that are defective
Supply a free water heater for one that develops a leak.
For the second through
ON WATER HEATER
KENMORE
LABOR
is only for two years.
WARRANTY
For the first year from the date of purchase, Sears will, free of charge, supply and install new water heater parts for defective
or a new water heater for one that develops a leak.
WARRANTY
To obtain warranty
This warranty
This warranty
service, call 1-800:4-MY:HOME
ones
SERVICE
_' (!-800-469-4663).
applies only while this product is in use in the United States.
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
SEARS,
The price of your water
warrants the installation.
heater
does
ROEBUCK
not include
AND CO., Dept.817WA,
a free checkup
service
Hoffman
Estates, IL 60179
call. On water heater
installations
arranged
by Sears,
Sears
A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete installation. These include:
a. Adiusting thermostat
c. Condensation
b. Leaks in pipes or fittings
_,IASTER PROTECT{ON AGREEMENTS
Power surge
fluctuations.
Congratulations
on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmord R'
product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation.
But like all products, it may require preventive maintenance or repair from
time to time. That's when having a Master Protection Agreement can
save you money and aggravation.
Purchase a Master Protection Agreement
unexpected hassle and expense.
now and protect yourself from
The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new
product. Here's what's included in theAgreement:
Expert
Service
Unlimited
repairs.
by our 12,000 professional
service
"No-lemon"
repair specialist.
and no charge for parts and labor on all covered
guarantee
- replacement
of your covered
product
replacement
if your covered
product
Rental reimbursement
longer than promised.
against
electrical
damage
if repair
of your covered
if
can't be fixed.
Annual
Preventive
Maintenance
Check at your request - no
extra charge.
Fast help by phone - phone support from a Sears technician on
products requiring in-home repair, plus convenient repair scheduling.
Sears has over 12,000 professional
takes
repair specialists, who have access
to over 4.5 million quality parts and accessories.
That's the kind of
professionalism
you can count on to help prolong the life of your new
purchase for years to come. Purchase your Master ProtectionAgreement
today[
SEARS INSTALLATmON SERWCE
For Sears professiona!
Installation of home appliances, garage door
openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the U.S.A., call
1 oSO04oMY-HOME "_.
1-800-4oMY-HOM
=®
(1 °800°469-4663)
www.sears.com
The model number of your water heater is found on the model rating plate on the front of the water heater.
Roebuck
product
Once you purchase the Agreement, a simple phone call is all that it takes
for you to schedule service. You can call anytime day or night, or
schedule a service appointment on-line.
For in-home
major brand repair service
Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (U.S.A. and Canada)
Sears,
due to power
Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional
information call 1o800o827-6655.
four or more product failures occur within twelve months.
Product
protection
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
_L 60179 U.S.A
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