Kenmore 153332050, 153332040 Owner’s Manual

Owner's Manual

Supersedes 315427-000

I This Owner's Manual I

THE ECONOMIZER TM6

GAS WATER HEATER

POWER VENTED GAS MODELS

WITH HOT SURFACE IGNITION

FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.

NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.

NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.

MODEL NO.

153.332040

153.332050

40 Gallon Natural

50 Gallon Natural

C3 Technology _ Gas Water Heaters meet the newANSI 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.

• Safety Instructions

• Installation

• Operation

• Care and Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

• Parts List

GAS-FIRED

LISTED

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 or any other appliance.

-- WHAT TO DO IFYOU 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, call the fire department.

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SI NO ENTIENDE LAS INSTRUCCIONES. No hacer caso de esta

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_lnstallation and service must be

performed by a qualified installer,

service agency orthe gas supplier.

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

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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 isvery 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 messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injuryor death.

DANGER indicates an imminently

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hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

could result ininjuryor death.

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

CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may resultin

minor or moderate injury,

CAUTION used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous

II!lll

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.

The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm, and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to such substances.

WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

This appliance can cause low-level exposure to some of the substances included in the Act.

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.

situation which, if not avoided, could result in propertydamage,

IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS

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 risk for scald injury.

Feel water before bathing or showering.

Temperature limiting valves are available.

Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting.

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.

)losion 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 va 3ors 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 excesstve gas pressure.

• Use only gas shown on rating plate.

• Maintain required clearancesto combustibles.

• Keep ignition sources away from faucets after extended period of non-use.

installing, using or servicing

Read instruction manual before

Improper installation and use may result

• Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.

• Inspect and replace anode.

• Install in location with drainage.

• Fill tankwith water before operation.

• Be alertforthermal expansion.

Refer to instruction manual for installation and service.

water heater.

in property damage.

Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas

• Install vent system in accordance with codes.

• Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.

• High altitude orifice must be installed for

operation above 7,700 feet (2,347 m).

• Do not operate if 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.

• No vent damper installation is compatible with this power vented water heater.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or death.

Always read and understand instruction manual.

•Before servicing thewater heater, make surethe blower assembly is unplugged or the electrical supply to the

water heateristumed "OFF".

•Label all wires prior to disconnection when servicing conl_'ols.Wiring errorcan cause improper anddangerous operation.Verify proper operation after servicing,

• Failure to do this could result in death, serious bodily injury,or property damage.

SAFE INSTALLATION, USEAND SERVICE ...................................................................................................................................... 2

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

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

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

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

INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS FOR THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS ............................................................ 6

MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED ...................................................................................................................................... 7

TYPICAL INSTALLATION ................................................................................................................................................................ 8-9

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ................................................................................................................................................. 9-22

Removing the Otd Water Heater ................................................................................................................................................. 9

Facts to Consider About the Location ................................................................................................................................... 10-11

Insulation Blankets ..................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces ......................................................................... 11

Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Confined Spaces ........................................................................ 11-12

Water Piping ......................................................................................................................................................................... 13-14

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve ...................................................................................................................................... 14-15

Gas Piping ................................................................................................................................................................................. 15

Sediment Traps ......................................................................................................................................................................... 16

Filling the Water Heater ............................................................................................................................................................. 16

Blower Assembly Installation ................................................................................................................................................ 16-17

Vent Connections to Blower Assembly ...................................................................................................................................... 18

Venting and Installation ........................................................................................................................................................ 18-19

Condensation ............................................................................................................................................................................ 18

Maximum Vent Lengths ............................................................................................................................................................. 18

Venting ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 19

Vent Terminal Installation ..................................................................................................................................................... 19-20

Vertical Vent Through Roof ....................................................................................................................................................... 20

Vertical Vent Restrictions ........................................................................................................................................................... 20

Vent Pipe Preparation .......................................................................................................................................................... 21-22

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 23-24

Lighting and Operating Label .................................................................................................................................................... 23

Temperature Regulation ............................................................................................................................................................ 24

FOR YOUR INFORMATION ............................................................................................................................................................. 25

Start Up Conditions ................................................................................................................................................................... 25

Operational Conditions .............................................................................................................................................................. 26

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ................................................................................................................................................... 26-28

Venting System Inspection ........................................................................................................................................................ 26

Burner Operation and Inspection ......................................................................................................................................... 26-27

Burner Cleanin( ........................................................................................................................................................................ 27

Housekeeping ........................................................................................................................................................................... 27

Anode Rod Inspection ............................................................................................................................................................... 27

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation ..................................................................................................................... 27-28

Draining ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

Drain Valve Washer Replacement ............................................................................................................................................. 28

Service ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 28

LEAKAGE CHECKPOINTS .............................................................................................................................................................. 29

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES .......................................................................................................................................... 30-32

PARTS ORDER LIST ....................................................................................................................................................................... 33

WARRANTY ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 36

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 Manufacturer's Association UL - Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

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 National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 and the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70. These publications are available from The National Fire Protection Association, 1

Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

The water heater when installed must be grounded in accordance with the local codes, or in the absence of local codes, the National

Electrical Code NFPA 70.

If after reading this manual you have any questions or do not

understand any portion of the instructions, call the local gas utility or the Sears Service Center.

This gas-fired water heater is listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc. underAmerican National Standard/CSA Standard for Gas Water Heaters

ANSI Z21.10.1 • CSA4.1 (current edition).

PREPARING FOR THE INSTALLATION

1. 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 INJURYAND!OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of the gas-fired water heater. It also contains

warnings throughout 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.

TANK

RECOVERY

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.

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 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. For more information see next page.

MINIMUM

MODEL

NUMBER

153.332040

153.332050

CAPACITY

IN GALS.

(LTRS)

40(151)

50 (189)

TYPE OF

GAS

NATURAL

INPUT

RATE

(Btu/hr)

40,000

RATE GALS.

PER HOUR

_,, 90°F RISE

43.6

44.2

VENT PIPE

INCHES

(mm)

2 (51)

DIAMETER

INCHES

(mm)

18 1/2 (470)

20 (508)

DIMENSIONS IN

INCHES (mm) HEIGHT

TO JACKET TOP

55 (1,397)

56 3/4 (1,441)

For all side wall terminated, horizontally vented power vent, direct vent, and power direct vent gas fueled water heaters installed

in every dwelling, building or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes, including those owned or operated by the Commonwealth and where the side walt exhaust vent termination is tess than seven (7) feet above finished grade in the area of the venting, including but not limited to decks and porches, the following requirements shall be satisfied:_

INSTALLATION OF CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS At the time of installation of the side walt horizontal vented gas fueled equipment, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm and battery back-up is installed on the floor level where the gas equipment is to be installed In addition, the installing plumber or gasfitter shall observe that a battery operated or hard wired carbon monoxide detector with an alarm is installed on each additional level of the dwelling, building or structure served by the sidewall horizontal vented gas fueled equipment It shall be the responsibility of the property owner to secure the services of qualified licensed professionals for the installation of hard

wired carbon monoxide detectors

In the event that the side walt horizontally vented gas fueled equipment is installed in a crawl space or an attic, the hard wired carbon monoxide detector with alarm and battery back-up may be installed on the next adjacent floor level.

In the event that the requirements of this subdivision can not be met at the time of completion of installation, the owner shall have a period of thirty (30) days to comply with the above requirements provided that during said thirty (30) day period, a bat-

tery operated carbon monoxide detector with an alarm shall be installed.

APPROVED CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS Each carbon monoxide detector as required in accordance with the above provisions shall comply with NFPA 720 and be ANSl/UL 2034 listed and CSA certified

SIGNAGE A metal or plastic identification plate shall be permanently mounted to the exterior of the building at a minimum height of eight (8) feet above grade directly in line with the exhaust vent terminal for the horizontally vented gas fueled heating appli- ance or equipment. The sign shall read, in print size no less than one-half (1/2) inch in size, "GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW.

KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS."

INSPECTION The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the

installation unless, upon inspection, the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed in accordance with the provisions of 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a) 1 through 4.

EXEMPTIONS: The following equipment is exempt from 248 CMR 5.08(2)(a)1 through 4:

1. The equipment listed in Chapter 10 entitled "Equipment Not Required To Be Vented" in the most current edition of NFPA 54

as adopted by the Board; and

2. Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment installed in a room or structure separate from the dwelling, building, or structure used in whole or in part for residential purposes.

MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM PROVIDED When the manufacturer of Product

Approved side wall horizontally vented gas equipment provides a venting system design or venting system components with

the equipment, the instructions provided by the manufacturer for installation of the equipment and the venting system shall

include:

1. Detailed instructions for the installation of the venting system design or the venting system components; and

2. A complete parts list for the venting system design or venting system.

MANUFACTURER REQUIREMENTS - GAS EQUIPMENT VENTING SYSTEM NOT PROVIDED When the manufacturer of a Product Approved side walt horizontally vented gas fueled equipment does not provide the parts for venting the flue gases,

but identifies "special venting systems," the following requirements shall be satisfied by the manufacturer:

1. The referenced "special venting system" instructions shall be included with the appliance or equipment installation instructions; and

2. The "special venting systems" shall be Product Approved by the Board, and the instructions for that system shall include a parts list and detailed installation instructions.

A copy of all installation instructions for all Product Approved side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment, all venting

instructions, all parts lists for venting instructions, and/or all venting design instructions shall remain with the appliance or

equipment at the completion of the installation.

Materials Needed

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

EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION

CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLONS

(7.6 LITERS) AND 5 GALLONS (18.9 LITERS)

CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE

OR SERVICE CENTER.

WATER HEATER INSTALLATION KIT WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4"

(19.05 mm) OR 1/2" (12.7 mm) THREADED OR COPPER PLUMBING AND FLEXIBLE GAS

CONNECTOR WITH FITTINGS.

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 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

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 mm) OR LESS.

Additional Tools Needed When Sweat Soldering

• Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

• Propane Tank

• Soft Solder

• Solder Flux

• Emery Cloth

• Wire Brushes

TUBING CUTTER

PROPANE

TORCH

ROLL OF TEFLON

TAPE (USE ONLY ON

WATER CONNECTIONS)

GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE PIPE WRENCH

PIPE DOPE

(SQUEEZE TUBE)

USE FOR WATER AND GAS

CONNECTIONS

HACKSAW

3/4" (19 mm) WIRE BRUSH

1/2" (13 mm)WIRE BRUSH

EMERY CLOTH

ROLL OF LEAD-FREE

SOFT SOLDER

ROLL OF

SOLDER

FLUX

GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS

A Vent Pipe-Exhaust B Vent Terminal

C Vent Adapter-Rubber Boot D Blower Assembly E Cold Water Inlet F Inlet Water Shut-off Valve

G Union

H Inlet Dip Tube J Anode**

* ALL PIPING MATERIALS TO BE SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMERS. ** LOCATED UNDER THE BLOWER ASSEMBLY.

K Hot Water Outlet

L Outlet Receptacle (115 VAC)

M Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve N Flue

O Flue Baffle Assembly**

P Insulation

Q Control Harness R Rating Plate

S Gas Supply T Manual Gas Shut-off Valve U Ground Joint Union

VACUUM RELIEF

VALVE

+_INSTALLPER

LOCAL CODES.

V Drip Leg (Sediment Trap)

W Drain Valve

X Gas Valve-Thermostat Y Drain Pan

Z Air Intake Screen - Base Pan

AA Inner Door

B B Outer Door

CC HSI Burner Assembly

D D Air Intake Screen -

Blower Assembly

E E FV Sensor Assembly

NATURAL HOT SURFACE IGNITER & MAIN BURNER

HOT

SURFACE

IGNITOR

PROPANE HOT SURFACE IGNITER & MAIN BURNER

HOT

SURFACE

IGNITOR %

INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION

TANK IF WATER HEATER IS

INSTALLED IN A CLOSED WATER

*CAUTION: 115 VAC IN CONTROL HARNESS

AND INSIDE OUTER DOOR

SYSTEM

OUTER DOOR

(ALTERNATE)

TEMPERATURE INDICATORS

TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT BUTTONS

GAS MODELS L__ +'" BB WITH HOT SURFACE IGNITION

& 2", 3" OR 4" PVC VENT CAPABILITY FIGURE1.

Removing the Old Water Heater

4. 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.

FIGURE 2.

1. Turn "OFF" the gas supply to the water heater.

If the main gas line Shut-off 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. 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.

3. Check again to make sure the gas supply is "OFF" to the water heater. Then disconnect the gas supply connection from the gas control

valve.

FIGURE 3.

FIGURE 4.

Disconnect the vent pipe from the blower assembly 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. Make sure

existing vent complies with maximum and minimum vent lengths on page 17.

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.

FIGURE 6.

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 5.

e7_'1[€'] ;I

• Burn hazard

• Hotwater discharge.

• Keep hands clear of drain valve discharge.

FIGURE 7.

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:

1. Select a location indoors as close as practical to the vent terminal or location to which the water heater vent piping is going to be connected,

and as centralized with the water piping system as possible.

2. 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 installwithout 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 hardware store. Such a drain pan

must have a minimum length and width of at least 2" (5.1 cm) greater than the water heater dimensions and must be piped to an adequate drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow.

AIR INTAKE FVSENSOR

SCREEN ASSEMBLY

FIGURE 8.

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 clearancesto combustibles.

• Keep ignition sources away from faucets after extended period of non-use.

installing, using or servicing

Read instruction manual before

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

water heater.

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-off 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-off devices that activate based on the water pressure

differential between the cold water and hot water pipes connected to the water heater.

• Devices that will turn off the gas supply to a gas water heater while at

the same time shutting off its water supply.

INSTALLATIONS INAREAS 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 hot surface igniter or main burner. The resulting flashback and fire can cause death or serious burns to anyone in the area. This water heater is equipped with a FV sensor for detecting the presence of

flammable vapors, see Figure 8. When the sensor detects those vapors, the unit will shut down and not operate. Should this happen, please refer to the troubleshooting guide on pages 29-30. 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.

Fire Hazard

For continued protection against

riskoffire:

• 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 least

3" (7.6 cm) 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 combustibles.

Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible

construction are 0 inch at the sides and rear, 5" (12.7 cm) from the front

and12"(30.5cm)fromthetop.(Standardclearance.)Ifclearances statedontheheaterdifferfromstandardclearances,installwaterheater accordingtoclearancesstatedontheheater.

Adequateclearanceforservicingthisapplianceshouldbeconsidered beforeinstallation,suchaschangingtheanodes,etc.

Aminimumclearanceof5"(12.7cm)mustbeallowedforaccess toreplaceablepartssuchasthethermostats,drainvalveandrelief

valve. Wheninstallingtheheater,considerationmustbegiventoproperlocation.

Locationselectedshouldbeasclosetothewallaspracticableandas centralizedwiththewaterpipingsystemaspossible.

TOP VIEW TOP VIEW

OF CLOSET OF CLOSET

WITHOUT DOOR WITH DOOR

0" MIN. MIN.

I I o" MIN.

FIGURE 9.

5" MIN. (12.7 cm)

0" MIN.

in many cases, will also react to form corrosive hydrochloric acid when exposed to the combustion products of the water heater. The results can be hazardous, and also cause product failure.

INSULATION BLANKETS

Insulation blankets are available to the general public for external use on gas water heaters but are not necessary with Kenmore products.

The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters. Your Kenmore water heater

meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with respect to insulation and standby loss requirements,

making an insulation blanket unnecessary.

Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas

• Do not obstruct water heater air intake with insulating blanket.

• Gas and carbon monoxide detectors are available.

_ _ _ • .nstallwaterheaterinaccordancewith

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or

death. Always read and understand instruction manual.

the instruction manual.

Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas

• Install water heater in accordance with the instruction manual and NFPA54.

• To avoid injury, combustion and ventilation air must be taken from

outdoors.

• Do not place chemical vapor emitting products near water heater.

Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or death. Always read and understand instruction manual.

A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the correct amount of air for combustion. Do not install in a confined area such as a closet,

unless you provide air as shown in the "Facts to Consider About the Location" section. Never obstruct the flow of ventilation air. If you have

any doubts or questions at all, call your gas supplier. Failure to provide the proper amount of combustion air can result in a fire or explosion and

cause death, serious bodily injury, or property damage.

12" MAX.

(30.5 cm) --

100 sq in _"

(645 sq cm) '

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 from outside these areas.

Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds, (cleaners, chlorine based chemicals, refrigerants, etc.)in addition to being highly flammable

VENTILATION

FRONT VIEW

OF DOOR

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-- 12" MAX.

(30.5 cm)

FIGURE 10.

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AIR DUCT

Should you choose to apply an insulation blanket to this heater, you

should follow these instructions (For identification of components

mentioned below, see Figure 1). Failure to follow these instructions can restrict the air flow required for proper combustion, potentially resulting

in fire, asphyxiation, serious personal injury or death.

Do not apply insulation to the top of the water heater, as this will

interfere with safe operation of the blower assembly.

Do not cover the outer door, thermostat or temperature & pressure

relief valve.

Do not allow insulation to come within 2" (5.1 cm) of the floor to

prevent blockage of combustion air flow to the burner.

Do not cover the instruction manual. Keep it on the side of the

water heater or nearby for future reference.

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 flow.

COMBUSTION AIR AND VENTILATION FOR APPLIANCES

LOCATED IN UNCONFINED SPACES

UNCONFINED SPACE is space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 cubic meters per kW) of the

aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space. Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are

installed, through openings not furnished with doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space.

In unconfined spaces in buildings, infiltration may be adequate to provide

air for combustion, ventilation and dilution of flue gases. However, in

buildings of tight construction (for example, weather stripping, heavily insulated, caulked, vapor barrier, etc.), additional air may need to be

provided using the methods described in "Combustion Air and Ventilation

for Appliances Located in Confined Spaces."

COMBUSTION AIR AND VENTILATION FOR APPLIANCES

LOCATED IN CONFINED SPACES

CONFINED SPACE is a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 cubic meters per kW) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space.

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