Kenmore 153331542, 153331513, 153331412HA, 153331513HA, 153331442 Owner’s Manual

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Owner's Manual

POWER MISER TM12

GAS WATER HEATER

FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.

NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.

NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.

MODEL NO.

153.331412 HA

153.331442

153.331513 HA

153.331542

40 Gallon High Altitude 40 Gallon

50 Gallon High Altitude 50 Gallon

• Safety Instruction

• Installation

• Operation

• Care and Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

• Parts List

C3 TechnologyTMGas 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 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 of this orany other appliance.

-- WHAT 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.

• Immediately call your gas supplier

from a neighbor's phone. Follow the

gas supplier's instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

Si no puede leer o entender el ingles y necesita el manual instructivo y/o etiquetas en espa£_ol puede obtenerlos Ilamando al

1-800-821-2017. NO TRATE DE INSTALAR O OPERAR ESTE CALENTADOR DE AGUA si no eotiende la informaci6o eo las etiquetas

o en el manual instructive. No hacer case de esta advertencia podria resultar en laMU ERTE O GRAVES LESION ES CORPORALES.

call the fire department.

--Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

service agency or the gas supplier.

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

PRINTED IN THE U.S.A 0703 www.sears.com SUPERSEDES PART NO. 184257-000

PART NO. 184484-000

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.

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

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 symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result

in property damage.

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.

IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS

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.

Readandunderstandinstruction manualandsafetymessages

beforeinstalling,operatingor

sewlcingthiswaterheater

Failuretofollowinstructionsarld safetymessagescouldresultin

deathorseriousinjury Instructionmanualmustremain

withwaterheater

Water temperature over 125°F (520C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury

or death•

Children, the elderly, and the physically or mentally disabled

are at highest rJskforscald injury.

Feel water before bathing or showering.

Temperature limiting valves are available

Read instruction manual for safe

temperature setting

_._A I For continued protection against

_ I riskoffire

l_ Jr_., I ,De not install water heater on

!1- 1 i carpetedf'cer

_ ] ,Do not operate water heater if

, _ _ I flood damaged

Explosion Hazard

• Overheated water can cause water tank explosion

• 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 notexpose 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

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 expans]on Refer to instruction manual for installation and service.

Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas

• install vent system in accordance with codes

• De not operate water heater if flood damaged

• High altitude orifice mustbe installed for operation above 3300 feet (1,006 m) (or above 5500 (1,676 m) feet for high altitude models)

• Do not operate if soot buildup•

• Do not obstruct water heater air intake with insulating jacket•

• De not place chemical vapor emitting products near water heater

• Gas and carbon monoxide detector_ are available

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or

death• Always read and understand instruction manual

SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE ................................................................................................. 2

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................ 4

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

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

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

Matedal 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

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.

RECOVERY MINIMUM DIMENSIONS

TANK TYPE RATEGALS. VENTPIPE DIAMETER IN INCHES (mm)

CAPACITY OF BTU PERHOUR INCHES INCHES HEIGHTTO

MODELNUMBER IN GALS (LTRS) GAS RATE @ 90°FRISE (mm ) (m m) JACKET TOP

153.331412 HA 40(151) NATURAL 40,000 44.9 3" (76) or 4"(102) 20" (508) 58"(1,473)

153.331442 40 (151) NATURAL 40,000 44.9 3" (76) or 4" (102) 20" (508) 58" (1,473)

153.331513 HA 50(189) NATURAL 40,000 44.9 3" (76) or 4"(102) 22" (558) 59 1/2"(1,511)

153.331542 50(189) NATURAL 40,000 44.9 3" (76) or 4"(102) 22" (558) 59 1/2"(1,511)

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.

INSTAI,I,ATION

KI'IL<................

.;_ WATER HEATER ,......

INSTALLATION ........., ]? i

KITWITHFLEXIBLE

CONNECTORS

FOR 3/4" (19.05 mm) OR 1/2" (12.7 mm)

THREADED OR

COPPER PLUMBING

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 ram) 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 ram) OR LESS

EXPANSION TANKS 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 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) 1_r_ Screwdriver

Tin Snips 6' (1.82 m) Tape or Folding Ruler Garden Hose Drill

Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape DRILL

SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER

:_ TIN SNIPS

PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

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

HACKSAW

314" (19 ram) 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 SOLDER

SOFT SOLDER FLUX

GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS

A Vent Pipe B Draft Hood C Anode

D Hot Water Outlet E Outlet

F FlexibleWaterConnections G Gas Supply

H ManuaIGas Shut-off Valve I Ground Joint Union

* INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE

WITH LOCAL CODES.

* DRIP LEG AS REQUIRED

BY LOCAL CODES.

TO VENT TERMINATION

ON ROOF

J Drip Leg (Sediment Trap) S Flue Baffle K Inner Door T Thermostat L Outer door U Drain Valve

M Union V Pilot and Main Burner N Inlet Water Shut-off Valve W Flue

O Cold Water Inlet X Drain Pan P Inlet DipTube Y Thermostat Shield (optional)

Q Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Z Piezolgnitor R Rating Plate AA Air Intake Screen

INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION

TANK IF WATER HEATER

IS INSTALLED IN A CLOSED

WATER SYSTEM

(T) THERMOSTAT

GAS CONTROL KNOB

WATER TEMPERATURE

{ADJUSTING DIAL)

* ALL PIPING MATERIALS TO BE

SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMERS.

I Q

VACUUM RELIEF

VALVE

_IN5TALLPER

LOCALGODE$

FIGURE1.

"OFF .... PILOT.... ON"

POSITION POSITION POSITION

_TOP VIEW

(V) PILOT & MAIN BURNER

BURNER TUBE

MAIN BURNER

THERMOCOUPLE

__- IGNITOR ROD

P,LOT_UB,NG / \ P,LOTBURNER

THERMOCOUPLE

TGO

Removing the Old Water Heater

1_ Attach hose to the water heater

(_ Disconnect the vent from the draft hood where itconnectspipe

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.

FIGURE5.

FIGURE2.

O 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.

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.

(_ Check to make the is "OFF" to the

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

sure

gas supply

FIGURE3.

FIGURE4.

you copper piping

O lf have to the water the two

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.

FIGURE6.

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.

heater,

copper

• Burn hazard

• Hotwater discharge.

• Keep hands clear of drain valvedischarge,

FIGURE7.

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

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.

For continued protection against risk of fire:

•Do not instalJ water heater on

_ Fire Hazard

carpeted floor

•Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.

• Allwaterheaterseventuallyleak

• Donotinstallwithoutadequatedrainage

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 ram) greater that the water heater dimensions and must be piped to an adequate drain. The pan must not restrict

combustion air flow.

Fire or Explosion Hazard

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other

app})ance

• 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

[nstal(ing 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.

Fire or Explosion Hazard

using or servicing water heater.

• Improper use may result in fire or explosion

• Maintain required clearances to cornbustJblee.

Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible construction are 0 inch at the sides and rear, 4 inches (102 ram) at the front, and 6 inches (153 ram) 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.

TOP ViEW TOP VIEW

OF CLOSET OF CLOSET

WITHOUT DOOR WITH DOOR

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

O" MIN O" MIN.

0" MIN, 4" MIN,

O" IV]IN,

FIGURES.

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