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Use & Care Guide Model 153.331350 40 U.S. Gal (151 Litres) 153.331360 50 U.S. Gal (189 Litres) I<enmore lllillll{II'II_111LAll °a For potable water heating only. Not for use in mobile homes. INSTALLER: Affix these instructions to or near WARNING: If the...
Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater. Many safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and on your own water heater to warn you and others of a potential injury hazard.
Fire Hazard Read understand instruction For continued protection against manual safety messages riskoffire: before installing, operating servicing thiswater heater. • De not install water heater Failure to follow instructions carpeted floor. safety messages could result • Do not operate water heater death or serious injury.
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Fire or Explosion Hazard Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors • Install vent system in accordance with codes. • Do not operate water heater if flood damaged. and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. •...
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE Closed Water Systems ..... SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Thermal Expansion ......TABLE OF CONTENTS Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve ... PRODUCT WARRANTY T&P Valve Discharge Pipe Requirements ..CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve and Pipe Insulation ........ Qualified Installer Or Service Agency ... Preparing For The Installation ....
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Adjusting thermostat b. Condensation c. Leaks in pipes or fittings Master Protection Agreements Congratulations on making a smart purchase. Your new Kenmore ® • $250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage product is designed manufactured for years...
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Thank You for purchasing a Kenmore water • Carefully plan the place where you are going heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should to put the water heater. Correct combustion, give you years of trouble free service. If you vent action, and vent pipe installation are very...
The installation must conform with these Qualified Installer Or Service Agency instructions and local code authority having Installation and service of this water heater requires jurisdiction. In absence of local codes, ability equivalent to that of a Qualified Agency installation must comply with current editions (as defined by ANSI below) in the field involved.
153.331350 40 (151) NATURAL 50,000 55.9 2 (51) 20 (508) 59 1/8 (1,502) 153.331360 50 (189) NATURAL 50,000 55.9 2 (51) 22 (559) 58 3/4 (1,492) COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS For all side wall terminated, horizontally vented power vent, direct vent and power direct vent gas fueled...
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EXEMPTIONS Thefollowing equipment is exempt f rom248CMR5.08(2) ( a) 1through 4: 1. Theequipment listedinChapter 1 0entitled "Equipment NotRequired T oBeVented" i nthemost current e dition of NFPA 54as adopted bytheBoard; a nd 2. Product Approved sidewallhorizontally vented gasfueled equipment installed ina roomorstructure separate f romthedwelling, building, orstructure usedinwholeor inpartforresidential purposes.
MATERIALS NEEDED To simplify the installation, Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these materials, depending on your type of installation. METAL DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN THE FOLLOWING SIZES: EXPANSION TANKS THERMAL EXPANSION •...
Get To Know Your Water Heater - Gas Models 18------- Blower Dilution Air Inlets Combustion 17 j Air Inlets "4 Front View Rear View Figure 1 Figure 3 Item 9 detail Item 19 detail 30 .----.._ ® Power Cord Figure 4 Figure 2...
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Vent Termination Elbow with Rodent Screen *Vent Pipe T&P Valve Cold-Water Inlet Nipple/Diptube Gas Control Valve/Thermostat (Honeywell) **Control Harness Drain Valve Outer Gas Door Manifold Door Assembly (behind outer door) (see Figure 2) *Floor Drain *Metal Drain Pan Flammable Vapor Sensor (under cover) *Sediment Trap/Dirt Leg *Ground Joint Union (gas connection) *Main Manual Gas Shut-off Valve...
This gas water heater was manufactured to voluntary safety standards to reduce the likelihood of a flammable vapor ignition incident. The new technology used in meeting these standards makes this product more sensitive to installation errors. Please review the following checklist and make any required installation upgrades or changes.
Removing the Old Water Heater ® ® ® MANUAL SHUT-OFF Figure 7 UNION JOINT (DO NOT CAP CHECK WITH OR PLUG) Check again to make sure the gas supply is LOCAL UTILITY "OFF" to the water heater. Then disconnect FOR MINIMUM HEIGHT the gas supply connection from the gas control valve.
Facts To Consider About The Location Carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater because the placement is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants in the building and for the most economical use of the appliance. This water heater is not for use in manufactured (mobile) homes or outdoor installation.
pan should be installed under the water heater. producing appliance. Examples of such locations Such a metal drain pan must have a clearance of are garages, storage and utility areas. at least 1" (25mm) greater than any point on the water heater's outer jacket and must be piped to an adequate drain.
Floors With Carpeting This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting. Carpeting must be protected by a metal Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas or wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the appliance •...
Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets are available to the general public for external use on gas water heaters but are not necessary with these products The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters Your water heater meets or exceeds the current standards with respect to insulation and standby loss requirements...
A gas line of sufficient size must be run to the water Gas Piping heater. Consult the current edition of National Fuel Gas Code (ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54) and your gas supplier concerning pipe size. Fire and Explosion Hazard There must be: •...
a dirt leg) must be incorporated in the piping. The sediment trap must be readily accessible. Install in accordance with the "Gas Piping" section. Refer to Fire and Explosion Hazard the current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code • Use joint compound or tape (ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 5 4).
Air Requirements Unusually Tight Construction For safe operation an adequate supply of fresh, In unconfined spaces in buildings, infiltration uncontaminated air for combustion, dilution and may be adequate to provide air for combustion, ventilation must be provided. ventilation and dilution of flue gases. However, in buildings of unusually tight construction (e.g., NOTE: Contaminated or dusty air may cause build- weather stripping, heavily insulated, caulked, vapor...
illustrations shown in this section of the manual with the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic) that are a reference for the openings that provide fresh freely communicate with the outdoors. air into confined spaces only. Do not refer to these 1.
4. When ducts are used, they shall be of the same 6. Louvers and Grilles: In calculating free area, cross-sectional area as the free area of the consideration shall be given to the blocking openings to which they connect. The minimum effect of louvers, grilles or screens protecting short side dimension of rectangular air ducts openings.
It is imperative that the first hanger (or support) be Exhaust Venting located on the horizontal run immediately adjacent This heater is designed to exhaust the products to the first 90-degree elbow from the vertical rise. of combustion (flue gases) to the outdoors using Support method used should isolate the vent pipe a sealed piping system.
NOTE: This unit Figure 20 shows examples of good venting can be vented with the following assembly practice. Table 1 lists the allowable piping: vent materials and sizing information. Figure 24 DWV ASTM-D2665 shows the general venting layout while Figures Schedule 40, 80* &...
this heater has been certified to be used with the tube has access to a drain as condensate will polypropylene vent systems. A polypropylene to flow from the end. Secure the tubing to the side of PVC end connection is required. Optional wall the heater.
Vent Screen Installation Important Notes and Warnings • Install the appropriate vent screen into the vent • This heater is certified to be installed using termination elbow. PVC, CPVC, ABS or polypropylene plastic vent • Gently push the screen into the termination material.
Termination Clearances Sidewall Power Vent Vent terminal (_Air supply inlet Area where terminal is not permitted. '& -_ias meter/regulator Figure 23 Vent terminal clearances for "Power Vent" installations. Power Vent configurations use room air for combustion. 4 ft. (1.2m)belowor to Clearance above grade, Clearance to window or door that may be side of opening;1ft.
Vent Pipe Preparation NOTE: Before preparation see also "Venting Installation" section. Fire or Explosion Hazard • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and 1. INITIAL PREPARATION liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. •...
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Nominal BrushSize Pipe(IPS) 1.5"(38mm) 1.5"- 2.5"(38mm - 64mm) *USEONLY NATURAL BRISTLE 10-15 0 Table2 Figure 26 3. MAKING THEJOINT A. Cutting Test dry fit of the joint Pipemustbesquarely cutto allowfor Tapered fitting sockets are designed so that theproper interfacing o fthepipeend an interfaced fit should occur when the pipe andthefittingsocket b ottom.
E. Application of solvent cement Cleanup and joint movement Remove all excess cement from around the • Apply solvent cement evenly and quickly around outside of pipe at a width a little pipe and fitting with a dry cotton rag. This must be done while the cement is still soft.
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NOTE: DO NOT use solvent cement on 6. Measure the vent piping and cut to required lengths• Pipes must be cut at right angles and polypropylene vent systems• deburred to ensure a good smooth fit with sufficient overlap for the glue joints• Correct any 11.
3" (76ram) TERMINATION MtN. LENGTH MAY BE 90 ° A VENT USED tN A SPECIAL Property Damage Hazard VENTING SYSTEM WITH POSITIVE VENT PRESSURE AND PASSING THROUGH • Do not overtighten the top and bottom gear clamps of the A ROOF SHALL EXTEND rubber coupling.
3. Make sure there is no packing material in the CONFIGURATION 4" VENT inlet or discharge of the blower. FOR 40AND PIPE GALLON (LO- 3" RUBBER 4. Make sure that the plastic tubing is still attached INPUT) HEATERS COUPLING 3"-4" CONNECTED (ORDER COUPLING...
NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an Water Piping adapter before attaching the adapter to the water The water supply pressure should not exceed 80 heater connections. Do not solder the water lines psi. If this occurs, a pressure reducing valve with directly to the water heater connections - it will a bypass should be installed in the cold water inlet harm the dip tube and heat traps and damage the...
Mixing Valve Usage ALTERNATtVEPIPING ,TEMPERED ARRANGEMENT POTABLE WATER Water temperature over FOLLOW TH E 125°F (52°C) can cause NON-TEMPERED MIXING VALVE severe burns instantly MANUFACTURER'S resulting in severe injury or INSTRUCTIONS death. OLD-WATE R MASSACHUSETTS: Children, the elderly and the INSTALL A VACU UM disabled and are at highest RELIEF...
In addition to using lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies demand of application, a mixing valve should be installed at water heater Property Damage Hazard (see Figures 39 and 40) or at hot-water taps to • Avoid water heater damage. further reduce system water temperature.
will exit the pipe within 6" (150mm) above an adequate floor drain, or external to the building. In cold climates it is recommended that it be terminated at an adequate drain inside the building. • Hot water discharge. !{I__ • Burn hazard. Be certain that no contact is made with any live •...
Locate the slit running the length of the T&P 2. Open all hot-water faucets served by the water relief valve insulation. heater to allow air to escape from the tank and Spread the slit open and fit the insulation over the water piping.
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iF WIRING HAS TO BE REPLACED iN THE FIELD, USE ONLY TYPE TEW 105°C WiRE ELECTRICAL RATING 120V 12A OR LESS 60 HZ PV Stdj =1111= OnE_N PRESSU_SWlTC_ H "H >M W ;_ BLOE _BLACK _11 _< C_PAC_TOR _ I _LACK I WH' EPCBLOWER <s{...
This water heater has several lockout features flammable vapor sensor (FVS). It is a chemical- designed to prevent the heater from operating in absorption based sensor that is connected to the unsafe conditions. gas control/thermostat (see Figure 45). When exposed to flammable vapors it will trigger the control to stop the flow of gas and enter the FVS System Status LED Indicator...
Read and understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to operate the water heater. Make sure the burner viewport is not missing or damaged. Make sure the tank is completely filled with water before operating the water heater. The gas control valve/thermostat has an "On/Off Switch"...
using lower temperature settings to reduce scald Water Heater Operation hazards. Should overheating occur or the gas Figure 46 shows the water heater's sequence supply fails to shut off, turn off the main manual gas of operation when a call for heat is initiated. The shut off valve to the appliance (see Figure 1) ignition control module will attempt to light the burner three times.
dishwasher and laundry use can cause scald burns NOTE: The temperatures indicated are resulting in serious personal injury and/or death. approximates. The actual temperature of the The temperature at which injury occurs varies with heated water may vary. the person's age and time of the exposure. The The Vacation Setting (VAC) sets the controller slower response time of children, aged or disabled at approximately 70°F (21°C).
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent General Upkeep system may occur if air for combustion contains Make it a habit to look around the heater, the vent certain chemical vapors. Spray can propellants, piping, and the hot and cold water pipes. Do not cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air conditioner allow any material to be piled up against the heater.
1. Turn the thermostat on the gas control to the VE T COOPL,NG lowest setting. If the heater is running, wait for it to shut down (see Figure 47). 11/32" 2. Turn the gas control switch to the "OFF" position. NOTS 3.
Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires ventilation, proper clearances from the water heater correction before further use. Turn "OFF" gas to must be maintained. See "Locating the New Water Heater" section. Combustible materials such as water heater by unplugging the power cord and leave off until repairs are made.
Anode Rod Installing Anode Rod IMPORTANT: Use only factory authorized Use Teflon ®tape or an approved pipe sealant on threads of the new anode rod. replacement parts. If you lack the necessary skills to properly perform the installation, you should Place the anode rod in the spud (top of the not proceed, but get help from a qualified service tank) and turn clockwise until the threads are...
T&P valve is not intended for the constant relief of Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Test thermal expansion. Temperature-pressure relief valve leakage due • Burn hazard. to pressure build up in a closed system that does not have a thermal expansion tank installed is _{__ •...
To Drain The Water Heater Storage Tank To Flush The Water Heater Storage Tank If the water heater is running, wait for it to shut If the water heater is running, wait for it to shut down before continuing. down before continuing. Turn "OFF"...
from the valve due to excessive pressure build Start Up Conditions up. The temperature-pressure relief valve is Condensate not intended for the constant relief of thermal Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, expansion. This condition is not covered under the some condensate will form while the burner is ON.
Strange Sounds WATER HEATER Pn/rt COLD WATER PRESSURE Possible noises due to expansion and contraction INLET FITTING REDUCING r"'--_l_ _...f_-_-_, VALVE WITH of some metal parts during periods of heat-up and cool-down do not necessarily represent harmful or dangerous conditions. "...
"Air" In Hot-water Faucets Explosion Hazard • Flammable hydrogen gases may be present. • Keep all ignition sources away from faucet when turning on hot water. HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot-water system that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more).
Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or Leakage Checkpoints ground seepage should also be checked. If a condition persists or you are uncertain about To check where threaded portion enters tank, the operation of the water heater contact a service insert cotton swab between jacket opening agency.
These guidelines should be utilized by a qualified service agent. ¸ ii!i!i!ii i Air inlets blocked 1. Unblock inlet air openings BURNER FLAME Insufficient secondary air 2. Provide ventilation to water heater TOO HIGH 3. Orifice too large 3. Replace with correct orifice 1.
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Resetting The Heater Control gnition State And Timing • Soft lockouts as diagnosed by the system error irai : ..codes require the gas control to be reset. 5 seconds (NG models) • To reset the control, slide the "ON/OFF" switch Pre-purge 15 seconds (LP models) to the "OFF"...
System Status And Error Codes The micro-controller inside the gas control monitors the flammable vapor safety features, the ignition sequence, temperature settings and overall operation of the heater. If any of these parameters does not operate properly the controller will shut down the water heater, diagnose the failure and flash an error code.
Corrective Actions NOTE: Many failures can be attributed to problems with the installation, e.g. incorrect vent setup, dirt and lint accumulation in the blower, problems with the gas or electrical supply, poor grounding, unsatisfactory air supply and ventilation issues. Undersized heaters can experience high rates of condensation which may aggravate ignition and flame rod issues.
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• Control has sensed a repeated failure in the vent protection switches and has gone into locked out state. • Ensure there are no blockages in the blower or venting, no water has accumulated in the venting system or snow, dirt, debris etc. is blocking the termination. •...
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Now that you have purchased your gas water heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center or call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1-800-469-4663). sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. When ordering repair parts, always give the following information: •...
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T&P Valve 9003741005 9003741005 Cold-Water Inlet Nipple/Diptube 9008305005 9008305005 Gas Control Valve/Thermostat (Honeywell) 9008261005 9008261005 Drain Valve 9003906015 9003906015 Outer Gas Door 9006648005 9006648005 Manifold Door Assembly (behind outer door) 9008275005 9008276005 Flammable Vapor Sensor (under cover) 9008272015 9008272015 Blower with Power Cord (see Figure 59) 9008264005 9008264005 Hot-Water Outlet Nipple...
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