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Owners
Manual
FOR POTABLE WATER
HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLE FOR
SPACEHEATING
NOT
FOR USE IN
MOBILE
HOMES
Model
No.
153.335816 40 Gal.
153.335845 40 Gal. High Altitude L.R
153.335862 40 Gal. L.R
153.335916 50 Gal.
153.335942
50 Gal. High Altitude L.R
153.335962
50 Gal. L.R
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
Before First Use of
This Product.
Save this Manual for Future Reference.
i
POWER
MISER
TM
9
POWER
VENT
GAS WATER
HEATER
• Safety Instructions
• Care and Maintenance
• Installation
• Troubleshooting
• Operation
• Parts List
For Your Safety
AN ODORANT
IS ADDED
TO THE GAS USED BY THIS
WATER
HEATER
WARNING:
If the information
in these instructions are not fol- I
lowed exactly, a .fire or explosion may result,
causing property I
damage, personal ,nlury or death.
I
-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liq-
uids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
-WHAT
TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical
switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
i
mmecliately
call your
gas supplier
from
a neighbor's
phone.
Follow the gas supplier'slnstructions.
If you can not reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.
-Installation
and service must be performed
by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
&WARNING
Improper
installation,
adjustment,
alteration,
service or maintenance
can cause DEATH,
SERIOUS
BODILY
INJURY, OR PROPERTY
DAN-
AGE.
Refer to this manual
for assistance
or consult the local Sears
Service Center
or gas utility for further information.
&WARNING
Flammable
vapors
may be drawn
by air currents
from
other
areas
of the structure
to this appliance.
&WARNING
READ
THE GENERAL
SAFETY
SECTION
BEGINNING
ON INSIDE
COVER
AND
THEN
THIS
ENTIRE
MANUAL
BEFORE
INSTALLING
OR OPERATING
THIS WATER HEATER.
Sears,
Roebuck
and Co., Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
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- Page 1 &WARNING READ THE GENERAL SAFETY COVER THEN THIS ENTIRE OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER. and Co., Hoffman Estates, HEATER in these instructions are not fol- I causing property I switch; do not use any phone in your from a neighbor's phone.
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Page 2: Safety Precautions
Compliance with such local requirements must be satis- fied by the installer or end user of the water heater with a locally prescribed temperature-pressure relief valve installed in the designated opening in the water heater in place of the factory furnished valve. - Page 3 Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow manufac- turers instructions for installation of the valves.
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Page 4: Safety Precautions
For this reason, it is not advisable to install the water heater in an attic or upper floor. When such locationscannot be avoid- ed, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater. -
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Materials and Basic Tools Needed ... Materials Needed ... Basic Tools ... Installation Instructions Removing the Old Water Heater ... Locating the New Water Heater ... Combustion Air and Ventilation ... Venting Clearances ... Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances in Unconfined Spaces ... -
Page 6: Customer Responsibilities
Sears water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free ser- vice. If you should decide that you want the new water heater profes- sionally installed by Sears call the local Sears Service Center or any Sears store. -
Page 7: Materials And Basic Tools Needed
• Solder Flux • EmeryCIoth • Wire Brushes PIPE WRENCH TIN SNIPS TAPE DRILL ROLL OF EMERY WATER HEATER STAND 24"x24"x18" FOR USE WITH WATER HEATERS INSTALLED IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES HAVING A DIAMETER OR LESS AND A RATED CAPACITY GALLONS... -
Page 8: Installation Instructions
® that dis- drain Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the old water beater. This causes the water heater to be much heavier than normal cause staining. Disconnect the vent pipe from the draft hood where they connect to the water heater. -
Page 9: Locating The New Water Heater
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUR_, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. 4. The water heater comes equipped with a 5 foot power cord which can be used to connect to a 1101120 source if (1) local codes allow, and (2) there is a three prong receptacle available. -
Page 10: Combustion Air And Ventilation
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. _,WARNING If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops, cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the water heater or water heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation air be taken from outside these areas. -
Page 11: Combustion Air And Ventilation For Appliances In Unconfined Spaces
Installation Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces Unconfined Space is a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour of the aggregate input rating of all appli- ances installed in that space. Rooms communicating space in which the appliances are installed, through openings not fur- nished with doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space. -
Page 12: Water Piping
Do not solder the cold water supply line directly to the cold water inlet or it will harm the dip tube. 1. Look at the top covet of the water heater. The hot water outlet is marked hot. Put two or three turns of teflon rape around threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat ends of the ¼... -
Page 13: Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve
A[ the time of manufacture, this water heater was provided with a combination tem- perature-pressure rebel valve listed as complying with the standard for relief valves and automatic gas shut-off devices for hot water supply systems, ANSI Z21.22. For safe opera(ion of the water heater, the relief vatve must notbe removed from i_ 6es_natec_ point of installation or plugged. -
Page 14: Filling The Water Heater
If you are not familiar with electric codes and practices, or if you have any doubt, nect the wiring to this water heater, obtain the service of a com- petent electrician WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED ONLY: This water heater is equipped for 110/120 volts only. DO NOT USE THIS WATER HEATER WITH OTHER THAN THE ONE SHOWN ABOVE. -
Page 15: Venting
I_OVGAS SOLEN_O HI_M T REswlTCH The vent pipe from the water heater must be I/4 inch per/ PVC schedule40 pipe and must slopeupward linear foot. All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the structure (dwelling). - Page 16 1. A 3" ABS Schedule 40-45 ° vent cap with wire screen. 2. A 3" PVC Schedule 40-90 ° street ell; used to connect the vent pipe to the water heater when the vent pipe is to be turned horizontally directly off the blower.
- Page 17 Installation VENTING SYSTEM EXAMPLE INSTALLATIONS FOR ALL MODELS (cont'd) 2. Horizontal runs require a minimum ¼ rise per foot. 35' MAX. 13"HIN. 3. A vertical run can be no more than 20'. 4. The total vertical and horizontal run cannot exceed 35'. ONE ELBOW MAX.
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Page 18: Venting
50 GAL.- 59½" The 3" PVC, ABS or CPVC Schedule 40 vent pipe can be run from the water heater through the wall or from the wall to the water heater, whichever is most convenient. The vent pipe must extend a minimum of 1½" through the exterior wall. Extending... -
Page 19: Gas Piping
Leave all gas appli. I ances shut off until the water heater installation iscomplete. J A gas line of sufficient size must be run to the water heater. Consult the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA 54 and the gas company con-... -
Page 20: Installation Checklist
• Will a water leak damage anything? See the "Locating the New Water Heater" section. • is there proper clearance between the water heater and any- thing that might catch fire? See the "Locating the New water Heater" section. •... - Page 21 Operating Instructions This water heater is equipped with an electrically ing system and a standing pilot. For the burner to come on, the water heater thermostat must call for heat. Then begin sequencing, each section proving allowed to flow to the burner.
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Page 22: Operating Instructions
Lighting and operating instructions are located water heater, above or to one side of the gas control valve. AWARNING AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER. FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS: •... - Page 23 Operating Instructions Lighting label on the water FOR YOUR If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. This appliancehas a pilot which must be lighted by hand.Whenlightingthe pilot,followtheseinstructions exactly.
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Page 24: Temperature Regulation
Instructions Temperature Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tem- perature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. This means that when the temperature the mark approximating 120 °... -
Page 25: Service And Adjustment
DO NOT FORCE. Loose deposits on or around fully using the hose of a vacuum access door of the water heater. If the burner needs to be removed for additional and clean the burner burner to be cleaned. -
Page 26: L.p.gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly Replacement Information
ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT INFORMATION. For Propane (L.P.) Gas Models Only." Your water heater is equipped with a Propane (I-R) gas con- trol valve and a main burner assembly with left hand threads for the following fittings and their connections. The connection between the manifold and the gas control valve (A to B) are left hand threads. -
Page 27: Drain Valve Washer Replacement
"Lighting" restart the water heater. WASHER Housekeeping Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a regular basis. Combustible materials such as clothing, flammable liquids, etc. must not be placed against or adjacent to the water heater. -
Page 28: Troubleshooting Guide
The water within the water heater tank expands as it is heated and increases the pressure of the water system. If the relieving point of the water heater s temperature-pressure relief valve is reached, the valve will relieve the excess pressure. -
Page 29: Condensation
Good venting is essential for a gas fired water heater to operate properly as well as to carry away products water vapor. _,WARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD:Water heatersareintendedto iroduce hot water. Water heatedto a temperature whichwill satisfy clotheswashing, d ishwashing, a nd other sanitizing needs can scald and permanentlyinjureyou uponcontact.Some peo-... -
Page 30: Air" In Hot Water Faucets
2. If lower temperature settings will not lower the water tempera- ture, call the Sears Service Center. Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may be hotter than the thermostat setting. -
Page 31: Leakage Checkpoints
Troubleshooting Leakage Checkpoints Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many suspect- ed "Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water can be found and corrected. If you are not thoroughly familiar with your local gas codes your water heater, and safety practices, contact the S_ervice Center-to check the water heater. -
Page 32: Thermostat And Gas Supply Check
THERMOSTAT Turn "ON" gas supply• Light Pilot. Instructions in manual to water heater. I Pilot won't light. ]Check thermocouple. Good Replace thermocouple. Call gas company pressure. Guide (cont'd) Label all wiring before disconnecting any wiring;... - Page 33 Troubleshooting Diagram for Electrical System Check on pages 34 and 35. 120V ONIOFF SWITCH, PRESSURE SWITCH 120V SOLENOID HI-LIMIT sw_c...,c AIR PRESSURE SWITCH INDICATOR LIGHT 120V 12DV GAS VALVE Guide (cont'd) ®-..._ LIMIT SWITCH MANUAL AIR PRESSURE SWITCH GROUND R= ACK WHITE 120V SOLENOID...
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Page 34: Electrical System Check
Troubleshooting ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (Use diagram on page 33) Correct by wiring according to dia- gram. Go to Thermostat and Gas Supply L..L... Check section. Supply 110/120 volts. I Turi1 Check at #1 for 1101120 volts to ground. • Replace switch. Replace gas pressure switch. - Page 35 Troubleshooting Check #5 to ground for 110/120 L.__ VO rs. Check#9 for 110/120 volts. Check venting manual reset switch. Replacethermostat. ]"_- Guide (cont'd) _o-t_hec_#_togrouod/r110,_20_o,ts. I Replace indicator light. Secure air pressure line. Replace air pressure switch. No -'[ ls main burner on? ALL SYSTEMS OPERATIONAL continued from facing page...
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Page 36: Parts Order List
Parts Order POWER MISER 9 POWER VENT GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 40 Gal. 153.335816 153.335845 40 Gal. High Altitude L.P. 40 Gal. L.E 153.335862 5O Gal. 153.335916 153.335942 50 Gal. High Altitude LP. 50 Gal. L.P. 153.335962 List... - Page 37 * These parts are also available at most Sears retail stores. 1"Replaced only on return of damaged plate. # Not Illustrated 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).
- Page 38 Parts Order POWER MISER 9 POWER VENT GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.335816 40 Gal. 153.335845 40 Gal. High Altitude 153.335862 40 Gal. L.P. 153.335916 50 Gal. 153.335942 50 Gal. High Altitude 153.335962 50 Gal. L.P. List L.P. L.P. 31€._...
- Page 39 # Not Illustrated 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). All parts listed may be ordered from any SEARS Service Center, most SEARS stores and by calling 1-800-366-PART...
- Page 40 3. A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete installation.These include: For one year from the date of purchase, when your Sears Kenmore water heater is installed and operated in a single-family residence in accordance with the instructions in this manual, Sears will: 1.