Kenmore 153331520, 153331444, 153331420 Owner’s Manual
Owner's Manual
POWER MISERTM 12
GAS WATER HEATER
FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.
NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING,
NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.
MODEL NO.
153.331444 40 Galmon
153.331544 50 Gallon
Safety hstructions
mnstaHation
Operation
* Care and Maintenance
* Troubleshooting
* Parts List
C3 Techno!ogy _'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,
Read and understand instruction
manual and safety messages
before instaNing, 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 ISADDED TO THE GAS USED BYTHIS 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 of this or any other appliance.
-- WHAT TO DO iF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to Hght any appliance.
o Do not touch any emectricam switch; do
not use any phone in your buimding.
,, mmmediatemy caml your gas suppmier
from a neighbor's phone. Fommow the
gas eupplier'e instructions,
o mfyou cannot reach your gas suppmier,
Si no puede leer o entender el ingles y necesita el manual instructivo
y/o etiquetas en espaSol puede obtenerlos Ilamando al
1o800o821o2017. NO TRATE DE INSTALAR O OPERAR ESTE
CALENTADOR DEAGUAsi no entiende la infom_aci6n en las etiquetas
o en el manual instructivo. No hacer caso de esta advertencia podria
resultar en la MU ERTE O GRAVES LESIONES CORPORALES.
cammthe fire department.
--Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency orthe gas supplier.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, _L 60179 U.S.A
PRINTED iN THE USA 0705 _Nww,se_Ps,con'_ PART NO. 184233-001
Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater.
Many safetyoreLated 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, mt is very
important that the meaning of each safety message is understood by you and others who instalm, use or service this water heater.
This is the safety amert symbol, ff is used to alert you
to potential personal injury hazards. Obey aH safety
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.
WARNmNG indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
in death or injury.
CAUTmON indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result
in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTLON used without the safety aJert
symbo{ indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result
in property damage.
AH 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.
IMPORTANT DEF_NIT_ONS
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.
© Sears, Roebuck and Co,
Readandunderstandinstruction
manualandsafetymessages
beforeinstalling,operatingor
servicingthiswaterheater
Failuretofollowinstructionsand
safetymessagescouldresultin
deathorseriousinjury,
Instructionmanualmustremain
withwaterheater
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°0) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death_
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest r[skfor scald injury.
Feel water before bathing or
showering
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
Fire Hazard
mtinued protection against
riskof fire:
,Do ot install water heater on
carl: .tted floor
,Do ot operate water heater if
flood damaged.
Explosion Hazard
o Overheated water can cause
water tankexplosion,
-Properly sized temperature
and pressure relief valve must
be installed in opening
provided.
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 nen-use.
J
Read instruction manual before
installing, using or sewucmg
water heater.
improper installation and use may result
in property damage.
, Do not operate water heater if flood damaged
o Inspect and replace anode.
o 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 (}as
• Install vent system in accordance with
codes,
• Do not operate water heater it flood
damaged.
• High altitude or[flee must be installed for
operation above 7,700 feet (2,347 m)
, Do not operate [f soot buildup.
• Do not obstruct water heater air intake
with insulating jacket.
• Do not place chemical vapor emitting
products near water heater.
• Gas and carbon monoxide detectors
are available
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death, Always read and understand instruction manual
SAFE INSTALLATION, USEAND SERVICE ................................................................................................. 2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................................................................. 3
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................ 4
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 RepJacement .......................................................................................................................... 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
SmelJy 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
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 Nationa! 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.
RECOVERY MINIMUM DIMENSIONS
TANK TYPE INPUT RATE GALS. VENT PIPE DIAMETER IN INCHES (ram}
CAPACITY OF RAT PERHOUR INCHES INCHES HEIGHTTO
MODELNUMBER IN GALS(LTRS} GAS (Btu/hr) @90°FRISE (ram} (ram) JACKETTOP
153.331444 40 (!51) NATURAL 40,000 40.9 3" (76) or 4" (102) 20 1/2" (521) 58" (! ,473)
153.331544 50 (! 89) NATURAL 40,000 43.6 3" (76) or 4" (! 02) 22" (558) 59 1/2" (! ,511 )
Materials Needed
To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need al! of these materials,
depending on your type of installation.
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EXPANSION TANKS FOR
THERMAL EXPANSION
CONDITIONS AVAILABLE
IN 2 GALLONS
(7=5 LITERS) AND
5 GALLONS (18.8 LITERS)
CAPACITY NROUGN
LOCAL SEARS STORE OR
SERVICE CENTER.
WATER HEATER INSTALLATION KIT WITH
FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 8/4"
(19.05 ram) OR 1/2" (12.7 ram) THREADED OR
COPPER PLUMBING AND FLEXIBLE WATER
HEATER GAS CONNECTOR W_TH FITTINGS.
DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE iN 20"
(508 ram) DIAMETER FOR
WATER HEATERS HAVING A
DIAMETER 18" (457 ram) OR
LESS, 24" (510ram) DIAMETER
FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING
A DIAMETER 22" (559 ram) OR
LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28"
(711 ram) DIAMETER FOR
WATER HEATERS HAVING A
DIAMETER 25" (550 ram) OR
LESS.
Basic Too_s
You may or may not need all these tools, depending on your
type of installation, These tools can be purchased at your local
Sears Store,
Pipe Wrenches (2) 14" (356 ram)
Screwdriver
Tin Snips
6' (1.82 m) Tape or Fo_ding Ru_er
Garden Hose
DriH
Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape DRILL
SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER
TIN SNIPS
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
ROLL OF TEFLON
TAPE (USE ONLY ON
WATER CONNECTIONS)
PIPE DOPE
(SQUEEZE TUBE)
USE FOR WATER AND GAS
CONNECTIONS
Additionam Too_s Needed
When Sweat So_dering
Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw
Propane Tank
Soft Solder
Solder Fmux
Emery C_oth
Wire Brushes
TUBING CUTTER
HACKSAW
8/4" (19 ram) WiRE BRUSH
PROPANE
TORCH
ROLL OF
EMERYCLOTH
GARDEN HOSE 5 FOOT TAPE PIPE WRENCH
ROLL OF LEAD-FREE
1/2" (13 ram) WIRE BRUSH SOFT SOLDER
SOLDER
FLUX
GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER ° GAS MODELS
A Vent Pipe J Drip Leg (Sediment Trap) S F[ueBaff[e
B Draft Hood K hnerDoor T Thermostat
C Anode L Outer door U Drain Valve
D Hot Water Outlet M Union V Pilot and Main Burner
E Outmet N BnmetWater Shut-off Valve W Flue
F F[exib[e Water Connections O Co[dWater[n[et X Drain Pan
G Gas Suppmy P hmet DipTube Y Piezo mgniter
H ManuamGasShut-offValve Q Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Z AirlntakeScreen
m Ground Joint Union R Rating Plate
* INSTALL JNACCORDANCE
WiTH LOCAL CODES.
* DRmP LEG AS REQUIRED
BY LOCAL CODES.
TO VENT TERP41NATION
ON ROOF
#
(T) THERMOSTAT
GAS CONTROL KNOB
E
WATER TEMPERATURE
(ADJUSTING DIAL)
"OFF .... P_LOT .... ON"
POSITUON POSITION POSITION
TOP VIEW
(V) PILOT & MAIN BURNER
BURNER TUBE
w
V
UGNmTER ROD
PULOTTUBmNG
TNERMOCOUPLE
/
TCO
/
x
Z
*ALL PIPING MATERmALS TO BE
SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMERS.
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FIGURE 1.
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Removing the O_d Water Heater C)
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FmGURE2.
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 al!
connections are tight and that the
water flow is directed away from
any person, see Figures 2 and 5.
Disconnect the vent pipe from the draft hood where it connects
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 wil! 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.
FIGURE 5.
Q 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 al! gas
appliances shut "OFF" until the
water heater installation is
completed, see Figures 2 and 3.
Q 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.
Q Check to make the is "OFF" to the
again
water heater. Then disconnect the gas supply connection
from the gas control valve.
sure
gas
FIGURE 3.
FIGURE4.
supply
• Burn hazard
Hot water discharge.
FmGURE6,
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 heaten
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.
- Keep hands clear of drain
valve discharge,
FmGURE7.
Facts to Consider About
the Location
Carefully 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 (mobile) 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.
Property Damage Hazard
. All water heaters eventually leak
, Do not install 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 bast 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.
Devices that will turn offthe gas supply to a gas water heater
while at the same time shutting oft its water supply.
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 sen,qcmg
water heater
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
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.
Water heater life depends upon water quality, water pressure
and the environment in which the water heater is installed. Water
heaters are sometimes installed in locations where leakage
may result in property damage, even with the use of a drain pan
piped to a drain. However, unanticipated damage can be reduced
or prevented by a leak detector or water shut-oft device used in
conjunction with a piped drain pan. These devices are available
from some plumbing supply wholesalers and retailers, and
detect and react to leakage in various ways:
• Sensors mounted in the drain pan that trigger an alarm or
turn off the incoming water to the water heater when leakage
is detected.
* Sensors mounted in the drain pan that turn off the water supply
to the entire home when water is detected in the drain pan.
* Water supply shut-oft devices that activate based on the
water pressure differential between the cold water and hot
water pipes connected to the water heater.
Fire Hazard
For continued protection against
riskof fire:
,Do not install water heater on
carpeted floor.
, Do not operate water heater if
flood damaged.
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 bast 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.
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