Kenmore 153.331413 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

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GAS WATER HEATER

FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.

NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.

NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.

MODEL NO.

153.331413 HA

153.331443

153.331514 HA

153.331543

40 Gallon High Altitude 40 Gallon 50 Gallon High Altitude 50 Gallon

Safety Instruction Installation Operation Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts List

C3 Technology™ Gas Water Heaters meet the new ANSI Z21.10.1 standard that deals with the accidental or unintended ignition of flammable vapors, such as those emitted by gasoline.

AWARNING

Read and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing, operating or

servicing this water heater.

Failure to follow instructions and

safety messages could result in

death or serious injury. Instruction manual must remain

with water heater.

For Your Safety

AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER.

WARNING: If the information in these

instructions is not followed 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 liquids in the vicinity ofthis or any other appliance.

- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:

• Do nottry to light any appliance,

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do

not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s phone. Follow the

gas supplier’s instructions.

ADVERTENCIA

Si no puede leer o entender el inglés y necesita el manual instructivo y/o etiquetas en español puede obtenerlos llamando al 1-800-821-2017. NO TRATE DE INSTALAR O OPERAR ESTE CALENTADOR DE AGUA si no entiende la información en las etiquetas o en el manual instructivo. No hacer caso de esta advertencia podría resultaren la MUERTE O GRAVES LESIONES CORPORALES.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A

PRINTED IN THE U.S.A 0204

www.sears.com

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the Are department.

-Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

PART NO. 184233-000

SUPERSEDES PART NO. 184484-000

SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE

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. Read and obey all safety messages and instructions throughout this manual. It is very important that the meaning of each safety message is understood by you and others who install, use or service this water heater.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety

Adanger

A WARNING

A CAUTION

messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or injury.

WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or injury.

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

CAUTION used without the safety alert

CAUTION

All safety messages will generally tell you about the type of hazard, what can happen if you do not follow the safety message and how to avoid the risk of injury.

Gas Supplier: The natural gas or propane utility or service who supplies gas for utilization by the gas burning

appliances within this application. The gas supplier typically has responsibility for the inspection and code approval of gas piping up to and including the natural gas meter or propane storage tank of a building. Many gas suppliers also offer service and inspection of appliances within the building.

symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in property damage.

IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS

Sears, Roebuck and Co.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

ADÂNGER

AWARNING

Read and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing, operating or

servicing this water heater.

Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result in death or serious injury,

Instruction manual must remain

with water heater,

Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death.

Children, the elderly, and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest riskfor scald injury.

Feel water before bathing or showering.

Temperature limiting valves are available.

Read instruction manual for safe

temperature setting.

AWARNING

Fire Hazard

For continued protection against risk of fire:

•Do not install water heater on carpeted floor.

•Do not operate water heater if

flood damaged.

^WARNING

Explosion Hazard

Overheated water can cause watertank explosion.

Properly sized temperature

and pressure relief valve must

be installed in opening provided.

Awarning

Fire or Explosion Hazard

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance, Avoid ail ignition sources if you smell LP gas. Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas pressure. Use only gas shown on rating plate. Maintain required clearances to combustibles. Keep ignition sources away from faucets after extended period of non-use.

Read instruction manual before

installing, using or servicing

water heater,

CAUTION

Improper installation and use may result

in property damage.

• 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. Refer to instruction manual for installation and service.

Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas

' Install vent system in accordance with

codes.

' Do not operate water heater if flood

damaged.

' High altitude orifice mustbe installed for

operation above 3,300 feet (1,006 m) (or above 5,500 (1,676 m) feet for high

altitude models). ' Do not operate if soot buildup. ' Do not obstruct water heater air intake

with insulating jacket. ' Do not place chemical vapor emitting

products near waterheater. ' Gas and carbon monoxide detectors

are available.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or

death. Always read and understand instruction manual.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.............................................................................................................................. 3

TABLE OF CONTENTS

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES................................................................................................................ 5

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................................ 5

MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED...........................................................................................................................6

Material Needed.................................................................................................................................................................6

Basic Tools.........................................................................................................................................................................6

TYPICAL INSTALLATION........................................................................................................................................................7

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS......................................................................................................................................8-16

Removing the Old Water Heater........................................................................................................................................8

Facts to Consider About the Location..........................................................................................................................9-10

Insulation Jackets.............................................................................................................................................................10

Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances

in Unconfined Spaces......................................................................................................................................................10

Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances

in Confined Spaces.....................................................................................................................................................11-12

Water Piping................................................................................................................................................................12-13

Temperature Pressure Relief Valve............................................................................................................................13-14

Filling the Water Heater................................................................................................................................................... 14

Venting........................................................................................................................................................................14-15

Gas Piping...................................................................................................................................................................15-16

Sediment Trap.............................................................................................................................................................16-17

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS.........................................................................................................................................18-19

Lighting & Operating Label...............................................................................................................................................18

Temperature Regulation...................................................................................................................................................19

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT.........................................................................................................................................20-22

Tank (Sediment) Cleaning................................................................................................................................................20

Venting System Inspection...............................................................................................................................................20

Burner Inspection.............................................................................................................................................................20

Burner Cleaning................................................................................................................................................................20

Housekeeping.............................................................................................................................................................20-21

Anode Rod Inspection......................................................................................................................................................21

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation...............................................................................................................21

Draining.......................................................................................................................................................................21-22

Drain Valve Washer Replacement...................................................................................................................................22

Service..............................................................................................................................................................................22

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE..........................................................................................................................................23-26

Start Up Conditions.....................................................................................................................................................23-24

Thermal Expansion....................................................................................................................................................23

Strange Sounds......................................................................................................................................................... 23

Draft Hood Operation...........................................................................................................................................23-24

Condensation.............................................................................................................................................................24

Smoke/Odor...............................................................................................................................................................24

Operational Conditions............................................................................................................................................... 24-25

Smelly Odor................................................................................................................................................................24

Air in Hot Water Faucets............................................................................................................................................25

High Temperature Shut-Off System..........................................................................................................................24

Leakage Checkpoints.................................................................................................................................................25

Troubleshooting Guide.....................................................................................................................................................26

PARTS ORDER LIST.............................................................................................................................................................27

WARRANTY...........................................................................................................................................................................28

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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES

Thank You 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.

Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual:

CSA - Canadian Standards Association ANSI - American National Standards Institute NFPA - National Fire Protection Association ASME - American Society of Mechanical Engineers GAMA - Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association

This gas-fired water heater is design certified by CSA INTERNATIONAL under American National Standard/CSA Standard for Gas Water Heaters ANSI Z21.10.1 • CSA 4.1 (current edition).

Read the “Safety Precautions” section, page 3 of this manual first and then the entire manual carefully. If you don’t follow the safety rules, the water heater will not operate properly. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of the gas-fired water heater. It also contains warnings through out the manual that you must read and be aware of. All warnings and all instructions are essential to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety. Since we cannot put everything on the first few pages, READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING

TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.

The installation must conform with these instructions and the local code authority having jurisdiction, in the absence of local codes, installations shall comply with the following:

In the United States: The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. This publication is available from the Canadian Standards Association, 8501 East Pleasant Valley

Rd, Cleveland Ohio 44131, or The National Fire Protection

Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not understand any portion of the instructions, call the Sears Service Center.

Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water heater. Correct combustion, vent action, and vent pipe installation are very important in preventing death from possible carbon monoxide poisoning and fires. See figure 1.

Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with the Facts to Consider About the Location section in this manual.

For California installation this water heater must be braced, anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an earthquake. See instructions for correct installation procedures. Instructions may be obtained from your local dealer, wholesaler, public utilities or California Office of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be installed in accordance with Massachusetts 248-CMR 2.00: State Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00.

Complies with SCAQMD rule #1121 and districts having equivalent NOx requirements.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

RECOVERY

TANK

CAPACITY

MODELNUMBER

153.331413 HA 40(151) NATUR/U. 40,000 44.9 3" (76) or 4" (102) 20 1/2” (521) 58" (1,473)

153.331443 40(151) NATUFi/U. 40,000 44.9 3" (76) or 4" (102) 20 1/2” (521) 58" (1,473)

153.331514 HA 50(189) NATUR/U. 40,000 44.9 3" (76) or 4" (102) 22” (558) 59 1/2” (1,511)

153.331543 50(189) NATUR/U. 40,000 44.9 3"(76)or 4" (102) 22" (558) 59 1/2” (1,511)

INGALS(LTRS)

TYPE

GAS

BTU

RATE

RATE GALS.

PER HOUR

@90“FR!SE

MINIMUM

VENT PIPE

INCHES

(mm)

DIAMETER

INCHES

(mm)

DIMENSONS

IN INCHES (mm)

HEIGHTTO

JACKETTOP

MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED

Materials Needed

To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these material, depending on your type of installation.

WATER HEATER INSTALLATION KIT WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4" (19.05 mm) OR 1/2” (12.7 mm) THREADED OR COPPER PLUMBING

m in. ÌÌ.P.T; Haaf Tiap Nippis^

WATER HEATER HEAT TRAPS HELP REDUCE HEAT LOSS DUE TO THERMAL SIPHONING

FLEXIBLE WATER HEATER GAS CONNECTOR WITH FITTINGS

DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 20” (508 mm) DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 18" (457 mm) OR LESS, 24" (610mm) DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 22” (559 mm) OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28” (711 mm) DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 26” (660 mm) OR LESS

EXPANSION TAN KS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CON DITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLONS (7.6 LITERS) AND 5 GALLONS (18.9 LITERS) CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER

Basic Tools

You may or may not need ail these tools, depending on your type of installation. These tools can be purchased at your local Sears Store.

Pipe Wrenches (2) 14” (356 mm)

Screwdriver Tin Snips 6’ (1.82 m) Tape or Folding Ruler Garden Hose

Drill

Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape

SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER

PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

DRILL

TIN SNIPS

ROLL OF TEFLON

TAPE (USE ONLY ON

WATER HEATER

CONNECTIONS)

PIPE DOPE

(SQUEEZE TUBE)

USE FOR WATER AND GAS

CONNECTIONS

Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering

• Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

• Propane Tank

• Soft Solder

• Solder Flux

• Emery Cloth

• Wire Brushes

TUBING CUTTER

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HACKSAW

3/4” (19 mm) WIRE BRUSH

PROPANE

TORCH

ROLL OF

EMERY CLOTH

GARDEN HOSE

6 FOOT TAPE

PIPE WRENCH

1/2" (13 mm) WIRE BRUSH

ROLL OF LEAD-FREE

SOFT SOLDER

SOLDER

FLUX

TYPICAL INSTALLATION

GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS

Vent Pipe

B Draft Hood K Inner Door T Thermostat

Anode L Outer door

C D Hot Water Outlet M Union V Pilot and Main Burner E Outlet N Inlet Water Shut-off Valve W Flue F Flexible Water Connections

Gas Supply P Inlet Dip Tube Y Piezo Igniter

G H Manual Gas Shut-off Valve

Drip Leg (Sediment Trap)

Cold Water Inlet X Drain Pan

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve z Air Intake Screen

Flue Baffle

Drain Valve

1 Ground Joint Union R Rating Plate

(T) THERMOSTAT

GAS CONTROL KNOB

{ADJUSTING DIAL)

-TOP VIEW"

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Removing the Old Water Heater

FIGURE 2.

Attach a hose to the water heater drain valve and put the other end in a floor drain or outdoors. Open the water heater drain valve. Open a nearby hot water faucet which will relieve pressure in the water heater and speed draining. The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are tight and that the water flow is directed away from any person, see Figures 2 and 5.

to the water heater. In most installations the vent pipe can be lifted off after any screw or other attached devices are removed. Dispose of the draft hood. The new water heater has a draft hood which must be used for proper operation.

If you have copper piping to the water heater, the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately four inches away from where they connect to the water heater, see Figure 6. This will avoid cutting off pipes too short. Additional cuts can be made later if necessary. Disconnect the temperature-pressure relief valve drain line. When the water heater is drained, disconnect the hose from the drain valve. Close the drain valve. The water heater is now completely disconnected and ready to be removed.

Turn “OFF" the gas supply to the

water heater.

If the main gas line shutoff 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.

Turn “OFF" the water supply to the water heater at the water shut-off valve or water meter. Some installations require that the water be turned off to the entire house, see Figures 2 and 4.

water heater. Then disconnect the gas supply connection from the gas control valve.

If you have galvanized pipes to the water heater, loosen the two galvanized pipes with a pipe wrench at the union in each line. Also disconnect the piping remaining to the water heater, see Figure 7. These pieces should be saved since they may be needed when reconnecting the new water heater. Disconnect the temperature-pressure relief valve drain line. When the water heater is drained, disconnect the hose from the drain valve. Close the drain valve. The water heater is now completely disconnected and ready to be removed. Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the old water heater. This causes the water heater to be much heavier than normal and this residue, if spilled out, could cause staining.

FIGURE?.

Facts to Consider About the Location

Carefuliy 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 (mobiie) homes or outdoor installation.

Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water heater in a new location, the following critical points must be observed:

• Select a location indoors as close as practical to the gas vent or chimney to which the water heater vent is going to be connected, and as centralized with the water piping system as possible.

• Selected location must provide adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation of the water heater.

CAUTION

Property Damage Hazard

heater’s pilot light or main burner. The resulting flashback and fire can cause death or serious burns to anyone in the area. Even though this water heater is a flammable vapors ignition resistant water heater and is designed to reduce the chances of flammable vapors being ignited, gasoline and other flammable substances should never be stored or used in the same vicinity or area containing a gas water heater or other open flame or spark producing appliance.

Also, the water heater must be located and/or protected so it is not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.

^WARNING

Fire Hazard

For continued protection against risk of fire:

• Do not install water heater on carpeted floor.

•Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.

All water heaters eventually leak

Do notinstall without adequate drainage.

Installation of the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if the tank or any connections should leak, the flow will not cause damage to the structure. For this reason, it is not advisable to install the water heater in an attic or upper floor. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are available at your local Sears or hardware store. Such a drain pan must have a minimum length and width of at least 2 inches (51 mm) greater that the water heater dimensions and must be piped to an adequate drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow.

A WARNING

Fire or Explosion Hazard

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance.

Avoid all ignition sources if you smell LP gas.

Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas pressure. Use only gas shown on rating plate. Maintain required clearances to combustibles. Keep ignition sources away from faucets after extended period of non-use.

Read instruction manual before

installing, using or servicing

water heater.

This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting. Carpeting must be protected by metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be covered by the panel. Failure to heed this warning may result in a fire hazard.

Awarning

Fire or Explosion Hazard

Read instruction manual before installing

using or servicing water heater.

Improper use may result in fire or explosion.

Maintain required clearances to

Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible construction are 0 inch at the sides and rear, 4 inches (102 mm) at the front, and 6 inches (153 mm) from the vent pipe, see Figure 8. Clearance from the top of the jacket is 12 inches (305 mm) on most models. Note that a lesser dimension may be allowed on some models, refer to the label attached adjacent to the gas control valve on the water heater.

combustibles.

TOP VIEW

OF CLOSET

WITHOUT DOOR

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TOP VIEW

OF CLOSET WITH DOOR

MIN.

INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS (VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED (GARAGES, STORAGE AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC.): Flammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents, propane [LP or butane, etc.] and other substances such as adhesives, etc.) emit flammable vapors which can be ignited by a gas water

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