Summary of Contents for Kenmore HydroSense 153.331592
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• Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER. WARNING: instructions accidental or explosion vapors, such damage, m Do not store or use gasoline flammable vicinity of this or any other appliance.
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Read instruction manual before Improper • 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.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT Installation Checklist ... INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Removing the Old Water Heater ... Location Requirements ... Site Location ... Insulation Blankets ... Clearances and Accessibility ... Filling the Water Heater ... GAS SUPPLY ... Gas Requirements ...
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OPERATING YOURWATERHEATER ... Lighting Instructions ... Checking t he Draft ..BurnerFlames ... Emergency S hutDown ... Water T emperature Regulation ... SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENT ... Tank (Sediment) Cleaning ... VentSystem Inspection ..BurnerInspection ... Burner C leaning ..Housekeeping ...
For the second through twelfth year from purchase date, you must pay the labor cost for installation of the water heater. For three years from date of purchase, if this water heater is installed and operated in a single family home in accordance with the owner's manual instructions and all local applicable codes, if a part fails due to materials or workmanship, Sears will supply a free replacement part.
40 (151) Natural 153.331592 50 (189) Natural installed Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water heater. Correct very important in preventing death from possible carbon monoxide ®.They will a rrange for poisoning and fires. contractors.
ROLL OF TEFLON USE FOR WATER AND GAS TAPE (USE ONLY ON WATER CONNECTIONS) 6 FOOT TAPE GARDEN HOSE WATER HEATER INSTALLATION KIT WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4" (19.05 ram) OR 1/2" (12.7 mm) THREADED COPPER PLUMBING AND FLEXIBLE WATER HEATER GAS CONNECTOR WITH FITTINGS.
GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER Vent Pipe Draft Hood Anode (Not Shown) Hot Water Outlet Insulation Gas Supply Piping Manual Gas Shut-off Valve Ground Joint Union Drip Leg (Sediment Trap) * INSTALL INACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES. * DRIP LEG AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES.
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.
DRAIN VALVE 6" MAXIMUM T AIR GAP ® If you have copper piping to the water heater, the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw inches away from where See Figure...
(Figure 8). HAZARD • If the water heater is located in an area that is subjected to lint and dirt, it may be necessary base-ring filter and flame-arrestor & Cleaning of the Base-Ring Combustion •...
IMPORTANT: The water heater should be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or to lower floors of the structure. Due to the normal corrosive action of water, the tank wilt eventually leak after an extended period of time.
Filling the Water Heater Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" gas to the water heater.
By formula: Cu. Ft. Per Hr. Required= The gas input of the water heater is marked on the water heater data plate. The heating value of the gas (BTU/FT 3) may be determined by consulting the local natural gas utility.
Combustion and ventilation air requirements are determined by the location of the water heater. The water heater may be located in either an open (unconfined) area or in a confined area or small enclosure such as a closet or small room.
Vertical Ducts Horizontal Single Opening Example: A water heater with an input rating of 50,000 BTUH using horizontal ducts would require each opening to have a minimum free area of 25 square inches. Minimum free area = 50,000 BTUH x 1 sq. in. ! 2000 BTUH = 25 sq.
CAUTION: DO NOT common vent this water heater with any power vented appliance. Figures 19-21 are examples and may or may not be typical for your specific application.
"Temperature (T & P) Relief Valve" on the water heater. A discharge line must be added to the opening of the T&P Relief Valve. Follow the instructions under "Temperature Relief Valve."...
IMPORTANT: Only a new temperature and pressure relief valve should be used with your water heater. Do not use an old or existing valve as it may be damaged working pressure of the new water heater. Do not place any...
Check the rating plate near the gas control valve/thermostat the correct gas. Do not use this water heater with any gas other than the one listed on the rating plate. If you have any questions or doubts, consult your gas supplier or gas utility company.
Emergency Shut Down IMPORTANT: Should overheating occur or the gas supply fails to shut off, turn off the water heater's manual gas control valve and call a qualified technician. Water Temperature Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water...
At least once a year, a visual inspection burner and pilot burner. See Figure 29. You should proper combustion. Soot build-up further use. Turn "OFF" gas to water heater and leave off until repairs are made, if vent pipe result in a fire causing sooted...
Housekeeping Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a regular basis. Fire and Explosion Do not obstruct combustion openings water heater. Do not use or store flammable vapor products such as gasoline, solvents or adhesives same room or area near water heater or other appliance.
Turn the thermostat dial to the "OFF" position. located on the gas control valve/thermostat.) Turn off the gas to the water heater at the manual gas shut- off valve. Open nearby hot water faucets and leave them open to allow for draining.
IMPORTANT: You can use the metal gas valve nipple that is already installed in the tank. install a new gas valve nipple, drain the water heater before removing the old one from the tank. 2. Screw the new gas control valve into the tank opening, then hand tighten it.
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ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE LOCKING THERMOPILE IGNITER TORX SCREW GAS VALVE ASSEMBLY (FRONT VIEW WITH ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE REMOVED) INLET SUPPLY LOCKING TORX PILOT BURNER SCREW TUBE LOCKING "TANK SENSOR LOCKING TUBE FIGURE 31. GAS VALVE ASSEMBLY GAS VALVE NIPPLE...
At least annually, check the base-ring filter (Figure 37) for any dust or debris that may have accumulated screen. NOTE: If the water heater is located in an area that is subjected to tint and dirt, it may be necessary the base-ring filter more frequently.
IM PORTANT: Keep the pilot orifice in the pilot when making the connection. Do not operate the water heater without the pilot orifice installed. Reattach the pilot shield and pilot assembly to the pilot bracket.
* NOTE: SPARK GAP DISTANCE valve/ Testing Turn off the gas to the water heater at the manual gas shut-off valve. Watch the electrode tip while activating the igniter. A visible spark should jump from the electrode. To avoid shock, do not touch the burner or any metal part on the pilot or pilot assembly.
Awater heater may appear to be leaking when in fact the water is condensation. This usually happens when: • A new water heater is filled with cold water for the first time. Burning produces...
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This is common at the time of start-up after installation and when incoming water is cold. Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be from condensation, DO NOT replace the water heater until a full inspection of all possible corrective steps taken.
PROBLEM LED STATUS 1 flash * 2 flashes * 3 flashes * 4 flashes * 5 flashes * GAS CONTROL VALVE/ THERMOSTAT 6 flashes * 7 flashes * 8 flashes * 6 second solid light followed by 4 flashes * 6 second solid light followed by 7 flashes * 6 second solid light...
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Repair faucets Advise customer Insulate piping Insulate piping Check with gas utility company Provide ventilation to water heater. Check flue way, flue baffle, and burner Clean flue, locate source and correct Check with gas utility company Replace thermostat Turn temperature...