Kenmore 153.33097 manual

1 Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A Owner ’ s Manual FOR POT ABLE W A TER HEA TING ONL Y . NOT SUIT ABLE FOR SP ACE HEA TING. NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES. MODEL NO. 153.330960 40 Gallon 153.330970 50 Gallon For Y our Safety AN ODORANT IS ADDED T O THE GAS USED BY THIS W A TER HEA TER. • Safety Instructions • Installation[...]

2 SAFE INST ALLA TION, USE AND SERVICE Y our 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 hazard. Read and obey all safety messages[...]

3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS[...]

4 T ABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE INST ALLA TION, USE AND SERVICE ...................................................................................................................... 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 3 T ABLE OF CONTENTS ....[...]

5 Thank Y ou for purchasing a Kenmore water heater . Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service. If you should decide that you want the new water heater professionally installed by Sears, call 1-800-4-MY -HOME ® . They will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized contractors. Abbreviati[...]

6 MA TERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED Materials Needed T o simplify the installation, Sears has available the installation parts shown below . Y ou may or may not need all of these materials, depending on your type of installation. W A TER HEA TER INST ALLA TION KIT WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4” (19.05 mm) OR 1/2” (12.7 mm) THREADED OR COPPER[...]

7 A B C D E F G H I J X W V U T Y Q P F M N O S K L R V ACUUM RELIEF VA LV E *INST ALL PER LOCAL CODES INST ALL THERMAL EXP ANSION T ANK OR DEVICE IF WA TER HEA TER IS INST ALLED IN A CLOSED W A TER SYSTEM TYPICAL INST ALLA TION GET TO KNOW YOUR W A TER HEA TER - GAS MODELS A V ent Pipe B Drafthood C Anode D Hot W ater Outlet E Outlet F Flexible W [...]

8 INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS 1. T urn “OFF” the gas supply to the water heater . If the main gas line shutof f valve serving all gas appliances is used, also shut “OFF” the gas at each appliance. Leave all gas appliances shut “OFF” until the water heater installation is completed, see Figures 2 and 3. 2. T urn “OFF” the water suppl[...]

9 Facts to Consider About the Location Carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater . 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. Whether repla[...]

10 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 directly from outdoors (direct vent). Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile comp[...]

11 • Do obtain new warning and instruction labels from Sears for placement on the blanket directly over the existing labels. • Do inspect the insulation blanket frequently to make certain it does not sag, thereby obstructing combustion air fl ow . Combustion Air and V entilation for Appliances Located in Uncon fi ned Spaces UNCONFINED SP ACE [...]

12 W ater Piping FIGURE 13. • Alternatively a single permanent opening may be used when communicating directly with the outdoors, or with spaces that freely communicate with the outdoors. The opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 3,000 BTU per hour (8.3 cm²/kW) of total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure. See Fi[...]

13 This water heater shall not be connected to any heating systems or component(s) used with a non-potable water heating appliance. All piping components connected to this unit for space heating applications shall be suitable for use with potable water . T oxic chemicals, such as those used for boiler treatment shall not be introduced into this sys[...]

14 Fit T & P valve insulation over valve. Make sure that the insulation does not interfere with the lever of the T & P valve. Secure all insulation using tape. T emperature-Pressure Relief V alve The Discharge Pipe: • Shall not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions.[...]

15 The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year . Caution should be taken to ensure that (1) no one is in front of or around the outlet of the temperature- pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) the water manually discharged will not cause any bodily injury or property damage because the water may be e[...]

16 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 at least 1/4 inch per linear foot (21 mm per meter). See Figure 18. FIGURE 17. FIGURE 18. All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the structure (dwelling). Install only the draft hood provid[...]

17 W ater heaters covered in this manual have been tested and approved for installation at elevations up to 2,000 feet (610 m) above sea level. For installation above 2,000 feet (610 m), the water heater ’s Btu input should be reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet (305 m) above sea level which requires replacement of the burner ori[...]

18 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS[...]

19 T emperature Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater , the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F° (16.7 C°) higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. HOTTER W A TER CAN SCALD: W ater heaters are intended to produce hot water . Water heated to a temperature which will sa[...]

20 T ank (Sediment) Cleaning Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amount of noise and if left in the tank will cause permanent tank failure. In some water areas, you may not be able to drain all sediment deposits by simply draining the tank. In these cases Mag-Erad (part no. 23600) can be used to help remove the sediment deposits[...]

21 Removing the Burner Door Assembly 1. Turn of f the gas to the water heater at the manual gas shut-off valve (Figure 3). 2. T urn the gas control knob on the combination gas control valve/thermostat clockwise to the “OFF” position (Figure 1). NOTE: Depress the dial stop on Robertshaw valve before turning the gas control knob. See Lighting Ins[...]

22 Replacing the Thermocouple 1. Remove the Burner Door Assembly as directed previously . 2. Remove the retainer clip from the back of the two piece wire connector and remove the two piece wire connector from the assembly (Figure 27). 3. Pull the thermocouple from the pilot assembly (Figure 31). IMPORT ANT : Be careful not to bend or alter the posi[...]

23 Replacing the Burner Door Assembly 1. Check the door gasket for damage or imbedded debris prior to installation. 2. Inspect the viewport for damage and replace as required. 3. Insert the burner door assembly into the combustion chamber and slide it completely forward. Note: When inserting the burner door assembly , tip the burner end up slightly[...]

24 Removing and Replacing the Gas Control V alve/Thermostat IMPORT ANT : The gas control valve/thermostat is a standard valve with a right-hand thread thermocouple. Use only factory authorized replacement parts. Removing the Gas V alve: 1. T urn the gas control knob on the combination gas control valve/thermostat clockwise to the “OFF” position[...]

25 T emperature-Pressure Relief V alve Operation The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year . When checking the temperature-pressure relief valve operation, make sure that (1) no one is in front of or around the outlet of the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) that the water discharge[...]

26 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Start Up Conditions Thermal Expansion W ater supply system may , because of such events as high line pressure, frequent cut-offs and the ef fects of water hammer have installed devices such as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back fl ow preventers, etc., to control these types of problems. When these devices are not[...]

27 Condensation Whenever the water heater is fi lled with cold water , some condensate will form while the burner is on. A water heater may appear to be leaking when in fact the water is condensation. This usually happens when: • A new water heater is fi lled with cold water for the fi rst time. • Burning gas produces water vapor In water he[...]

28 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION BURNER WILL NOT IGNITE 1. Pilot not lit 2. Thermostat set too low 3. No gas 4. Dirt in the gas lines 5. Pilot line clogged 6. Main burner line clogged 7. Non-functioning thermocouple 8. Non-functioning thermostat 9. Heater installed in a confined area 1. Light pilot 2. Turn temp. dial to desired temper[...]

29 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION DRIP FROM RELIEF V AL VE 1. Excessive water pressure 2. Closed water system 1. Use a pressure reducing valve and relief valve 2. See “Thermal Expansion” THERMOST A T F AILS T O SHUT OFF 1. Non-functioning thermostat 2. Improper calibration 1. Replace thermostat 2. Replace thermostat COMBUSTION ODOR[...]

30 Have you bled all the air from the pilot tube and gas supply line? NO While repeatedly depressing the igniter button, hold down the reset button until the pilot is lit and maintains a stable flame, then slowly release the reset button. YES Section A: Pilot light will not light. Section B: Pilot light will not remain lit or repeatedly goes out. C[...]

31 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). Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit. WHEN ORDERING REP AIR P ARTS, AL WA YS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMA TION: • MODEL NUMBER •[...]

32 9 - YEAR LIMITED W ARRANTY ON W A TER HEA TER For nine years from the 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 plumbing codes, Sears will: • Supply free water heater parts for those that are defective in material or wo[...]