Kenmore Power Miser 9 153.335916 Owner's Manual

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FOR POTABLEWATER

HEATING ONLY

NOT SUITABLEFOR

SPACEHEATING

NOT

FOR USE IN

MOBILE

HOMES

Model

No.

L53.335816 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.

POWER

MISER

POWER

VENT

GAS WATER

HEATER

• Safety Instructions

• Care and Maintenance

• Installation

• Troubleshooting

• Operation

• Parts List

For Your Safety

ODORANT

IS ADDED

THE

GAS

USED

BY THIS

WATER

HEATER

WARNING:

If the information

in these

instructions

are not fol-

lowed

exactly,

a fire or explosion

may result,

causing

property

damage,

personal injury or death•

____Do not store or use gasoline

or other

flammable

vapors and liq-

uids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance•

_-_/VHAT

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.

•

o--

Immediately

call your gas supplier

from

a neighbor

s phone.

Follow the gas supplier's]nstructions.

-_r

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

--Installation

and service must be performed

by a qualified installer,

serv,ce agency or the gas suppher.

AWARNING

Improper

installation,

adjustment,

alteration,

service or maintenance

can cause DEATH,

SERIOUS

BODILY

INJURY, OR PROPERTY

DAM-

AGE.

Refer to this manual

for assistance

or consult the local Sears

L Service Center

or gas uti ty for further

nformat

on.

•,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

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 Owners Manual FOR POTABLEWATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLEFOR SPACEHEATING FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES Model L53.335816 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...
Page 2 ANSI Z21.22 and ASME, may require a valve model different from the one furnished with the water heater. Compliance fied by the installer or end user of the water heater with a locally prescribed installed in the designated opening in the water heater in place of the factory furnished valve.
Page 3: Safety Precautions
Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow manufac-...
Page 4 _,WARNING The water heater wi_talled erly vented to a chimney which terminates Never operate the water heater unless it is vented to the outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks of improper operation, explosion or asphyxiation. AWARNING Hinimum clearances between the water heater and com- bustible construction are 0"...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Product Specifications ... 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 Combustion...
Page 6: Customer Responsibilities
Sears water heater. Properly instaRled 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
TUBE) (USE FOR WATER AND GAS CONNECTIONS) TANKS FOR EXPANSION AVAILABLE AND 5 GALLON THROUGH FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTOR FITTINGS WATER HEATER HEAT TRAPS HELP REDUCE LOSS DUE TO THERMAL SYPHONING ADDITIONAL tools, depending on your WHEN purchased at your local •...
Page 8: Installation Instructions
Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the I old water heater. This causes the water heater to be much I away from any heavier than normal and this residue, if spilled out, could cause staining.
Page 9: Locating The New Water Heater
3½ shouldnever be stored or used in the same room or area con- raining a gas water heater or other open flame or spark produc- ing appliance. NOTE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from Whenever other areas of the structure to the appliance.
Page 10: Locating The New Water Heater
SERIOUS BODILY INJUR_,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE. li WARNING If this water heater willbe usedin beautyshops, b arber shops, cleaning establishments,or self-servicelaundrieswith dry cleaningequipment, it is imperativethat the water heater or water heaters be installedsothat combustion and ventilation air be taken from outsidetheseareas.
Page 11: Combustion Air And Ventilation For Appliances In Unconfined Spaces
Installation Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located 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 directly with the space in which the appliances are installed, through openings not fur_ nished with doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space.
Page 12: Installation Instructions
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 cover of the water heater. "I'he hot water outlet is marked hot. Put two or three turns of teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat ends of the X"...
Page 13: Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve
ANSI Z21.22. For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve must not be removed from its designated point of installation or plugged...
Page 14: Filling The Water Heater
If power cord cannot be used, then follow these wiring instruc- tions. l. Provide a way to easily shut off the electric power when work- ing on the water heater. This could be with a circuit breaker or fuse block in the entrance box or a separate disconnect switch.
Page 15: Wiring
GROUND 120V GAS _E _WlTCH The vent pipe from the water heater must be 3" diameter PVC schedule40 pipe and must slope upward I/4 inch per| linear foot. All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the structure (dwelling).
Page 16: Installations
1. A 3" PVC Schedule 4045 ° 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: Cementing Pvc, Abs Or Cpvc Pipe And Fittings
Installation VENTING SYSTEM EXAMPLE INSTALLATIONS FOR ALL MODELS (cont'd) • 2. Horizontal runs require a mmtmum¼ 13"MIN. I I" MIN. 3. A vertical run can be no more than 20'. 4. The total vertical and horizontal run cannot exceed 35'. ONE ELBOW MAX.
Page 18: Venting
50 GAL.- 59¼" 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 IV_," t hrough the exterior wall. Extending...
Page 19: Gas Piping
Leave all gas appli- ances shut off until the water heater installation scomp ete. 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" secnon. Is there proper clearance between the water heater and any- thing that might catch fire? See the "Locating the New water Heater" section. Do you have adequate...
Page 21: Operating Instructions
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.
Page 22: Lighting
Lighting and operating instructions are located on front of the water heater, above or to one side of'the gas control valve. _,WARNING AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER.
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 lightedby hand.Whenlightingthe pilot,followtheseinstructions exactly.
Page 24: Temperature Regulation
Operating Instructions Temperature Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tem- _oerature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher wet at the point of use such as, bathtubs, This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at the mark approximating 120°...
Page 25: Service And Adjustment
If after inspection of the vent system you found sooting or I deterioration, something is wrong. Call the local gas utility to correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting before resum ng operat on of the water heater. Oiling Instructions Oil motor every 12 months with 6 drops of SAE 20 cnotor oil (Fasco motor only).
Page 26: Gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly Replacement Information
OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank draining. NOTE: If the water heater is going to be shut down and drained for an extended period, the drain valve should be left open with hose connected allowing water to terminate to an adequate drain.
Page 27: Drain Valve Washer Replacement
"Lighting" restart the water heater. Housekeeping Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a regular basis. Combustible materials such as clothing, cleaning materials, or 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 excesspressure.
Page 29: Condensation
A water heater may appear to be leaking when in Fact die water is condensation. This usually happens when: • When a new water heater is filled with cold water for the time.
Page 30: Air" In Hot Water Faucets
HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shut off sys- tem. The high temperature shut off is built into the gas control valve. This system shuts off the gas supply to the water heater burners when high water temperatures are present. It is non- resettable.
Page 31: Leakage Checkpoints
This is common the time of startup water is cold. Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be from condensation, loose connections, or the relief valve. DO NOT replace the water heater until a full inspection of all possible water sources is made and necessary correc÷...
Page 32: Thermostat And Gas Supply Check
THERMOSTAT No ... Turn "ON" gas supply. Light Pilot. Instructions in manual or attachedJ-<- to water heater.) Pilot won't light. Check thermocouple. Good Replace thermocouple. Call gas company to increase gas_ pressure. Guide (cont'd)
Page 33 Troubleshooting Diagram for Electrical System Check on pages 34 and 35, 120v _j ON/OFF SWITCH PRESSURE SWITCH 12OV GAS SOLENOID HI-LIMIT SW.,TCH..,C AIR PRESSUR SWITCH INDICATOR LIGHT 120V Guide (cont'd) MANUAL LIMIT SWITCH AIR PRESSURE ® SWITCH GROUND WHITE 120V SOLENOID MANIFOLO _---®...
Page 34: Electrical System Check
Troubleshooting ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (Use diagram on page 33) to dia- Correct by wiring according granl. Go to Thermostat and Gas Supply Check sect on. Supply 110/120 volts. [ Turn on. Check at #1 for 110/120 volts to ground. I °p ,a°°swit h- I Replacegas pressure switch.
Page 35 Troubleshooting Check #5 to ground for 110/120 volts. [Chock 9 orl 0,120volts. Check venting manual reset switch. I Replace thermostat. _,,_- No Guide (cont'd) -fCheck#8togroundfor110/120volts.]-.,_--No I Replace indicator light. Secure air pressure line. Replace air pressure switch. "t ls main burner on? ALL SYSTEMS OPERATIONAL continued from facing page...
Page 36: Parts Order List
Parts Order POWER MISER 9 POWER VENT GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.335816 40 Gal. 153.335845 40 Gal. High Altitude L.P. 153.335862 40 Gal. L.P. 153.335916 50 Gal. 153.335942 50 Gal. High Altitude L.P. 153.335962 50 Gal. L.P. List...
Page 37 * These parts are also available at most Sears retail stores. tReplaced 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: Model Numbers
# 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: About Your Warranty
Sears will furnish a new current model water heater of equal capacity and quality. You will be charged for any installation. After one year and through 4 years from the date of purchase, when your Sears Kenmore water heater is used in a single-family residence and is installed and operated in accordance with the information in this manuah ifa part fitils due to a materials or workmanship, Sears will furnish a replacement free of charge.

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