Kenmore 153.333545 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Kenmore

THE ECONOMIZER™ 6

GAS WATER HEATER

FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.

NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.

NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.

MODEL NO.

153.333315 HA

153.333345

153.333415 HA

153.333445

153.333545

30 Gallon High Altitude 30 Gallon 40 Gallon High Altitude 40 Gallon 50 Gallon

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Safety Instruction Installation Operation Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts List

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

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

AWARNING

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

sen/icing 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

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;

• Donottry 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.

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1-800-821-2017. NO TRATE DE INSTALAR O OPERAR ESTE CALENTADOR DE AGUA si no entiende la informadón en las etiquetas o en el manual instructivo. No hacer caso de esta advertencia podría resultaren la MUERTE O GRAVES LESIONES CORPORALES.

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

PRINTED IN THE U.S.A 0703 www.sears.com

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier,

call the fire department.

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

PART NO. 184481-000

SUPERSEDES PART NO. 1S4254-000

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.

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

injury or death.

DANGER indicates an Imminently

A DANGER

Awarning

CAUTION

CAUTIO

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.

AM 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 w/ho 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.

AWARNING

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

servicing this water heater

Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result In death or serious injury.

Instruction manual must remain

with water hGaier.

AWARNING

Fire Hazard

For continued protection against risk of fire;

•Do not install water heater on carpeted floor.

•Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.

ADANGER

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 riskforscald injury.

Feel water before bathing or showering.

Temperature limiting valves are available.

Read instruction manual for safe

temperature setting.

Awarning

Fire or Explosion Hazard

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

vapors and liquids in the vicinity ot 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 rati ng 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.

Awarning

Explosion Hazard

Overheated water can cause water tank explosion.

Properly sized temperature and pressure reliefvalve must be installed in opening provided.

Awarning

Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas

■ Install vent system in accordance with codes,

■ Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.

■ Highaltitude orifice mustbe installed for operation above 3,300 feet (1,006 m) (or above 5,500 (1,676 m) feet for high altitude models),

’ Do not operate if soot buildup. ’ Do not obstruct vrater 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.

CAUTION

Improper installation and use may result

in property damage.

• Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.

• Inspect and replace anode.

• Install in location with drainage.

• Fill tank with water before operation.

• Be alert for thermal expansion. Refer to instruction manual for installation and service.

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

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

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

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

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...................................................................................................................................................................... 8^16

Removing the Oid Water Heater........................................................................................................................................................................8

Facts to Consider About the Location.........................................................................................................................................................&-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

Temperature Pressure Relief Valve

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

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

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

Sediment Trap

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

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

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

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

Tank {Sediment) Cleaning

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

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

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

Housekeeping

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

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

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

Drain Valve Washer Replacement

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

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

Start Up Conditions .....................................................................................................................................................................................23-25

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

Strange Sounds

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

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

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

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

Smelly Odor

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

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

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

Troubleshooting Items

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

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

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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. Ail 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 manuai.

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 Caiifornia Office of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

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

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

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

TANK

CAPACITY

MODEL NUM^R

153.333315 HA 30(114) NATURAL 32,000

153.333345 30(114) NATURAL 32,000

153.333415 HA

153.333445

153.333545 50(189) NATURAL 32,000

IN GALS (LTRS)

40(151) 40(151)

■nT>E OF

GAS

NATURAL 32,000 NATURAL 32,000

BTU

RATE

RECOVERY

RATE GALS.

PBTHOUR

@90TRISE

32.8

MINIMUM

VENT PIPE

INOTES

(mm)

3" (76) 15 3/4" (400) 55 1/4" (1,403) 3" (76) 15 3/4" (400) 55 1/4" (1,403)

3"(76) 181/4" (464) 53 1/4" (1,353) 3”(76) 181/4" (464) 53 1/4" (1,353) 3”(76) 201/4" (514) 55 1/2" (1,410)

DIAMETER

INCHES

(mm)

DIMENSIONS

IN INCHES (mm)

HEIGHTTO

JACKETTOP

Materials Needed

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

WATER HEATER iNSTALLATiON KiT WiTH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4” (19.05 mm) OR 1/2” (12.7 mm) THREADED OR

COPPER PLUMBING

/r. w.rt; Ñipóles

FLEXIBLE WATER HEATER GAS CONNECTOR WITH FITTINGS

DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 20” (508 mm) DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 18” (457 mm) OR LESS, 24” (610mm) DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HANflNG A DI/UI4ETER 22” (559 mm) OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28" (711 mm) DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 26” (660 mm) OR LESS

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 HEAT TRAPS HELP REDUCE HEAT LOSS DUE TO THERMAL SIPHONING

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

ROLL OF TEFLON

TAPE (USE ONLY ON

WATER HEATER CONNECTIONS)

(SQUEEZE TUBE)

USE FOR WATER AND GAS

DRILL

TIN SNIPS

LrCPC

PIPE DOPE

CONNECTIONS

Additionai Toois Needed When Sweat Soidering

• Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

• Propane Tank

• Soft Solder

• Solder Flux

• Emery Cloth

• Wire Brushes

TUBING CUTTER

HACKSAW

3/4” (19 mm) WIRE BRUSH

PROPANE

TORCH

ROLL OF

EMERY CLOTH

GARDEN HOSE

6FOOTTAF«

PIPE WRENCH

1/2" (13 mm) WIRE BRUSH SOFT SOLDER

ROLL OF LEAD-FREE

SOLDER

FLUX

GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS

Vent Pipe J Drip Leg (Sediment Trap) S Flue Baffle

Draft Hood C Anode D

Hot Water Outlet

Outlet

Flexible Water Connections

Gas Supply P

G H

Manual Gas Shut*off Valve

K inner Door T

L Outer door

M Union V Pilot and Main Burner

N inlet Water Shut-off Valve w

Cold Water Inlet

inlet Dip Tube Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

Thermostat Drain Valve

Flue

X Drain Pan

Y Thermostat Shield (optional)

z Piezo Ignitor

1 Ground Joint Union R Rating Plate AA Air intake Screen

‘ INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE

(T) THERMOSTAT

GAS CONTROL KNOB

(ADJUSTING DIAL)

-TOP VIEW-

Removing the Old Water Heater

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.

0 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 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.

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 compieted, see Figures 2 and 3.

Turn "OFF” the water supply to the

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

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.

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 shouid 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 compietely 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.

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.

CAUTION

Property Damage Hazard

heater’s pilot light or main burner. The resulting flashback and

fire can cause death or serious burns to anyone in the area.

Even though this water heater is a flammable vapors ignition

resistant water heater and is designed to reduce the chances of flammable vapors being ignited, gasoline and other flammable substances should never be stored or used in the

same vicinity or area containing a gas water heater or other open flame or spark producing appliance.

Also, the water heater must be located and/or protected so it is

not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.

AWARNING

Fire Hazard

For continued protection against risk of fire:

•Do not install water heater on carpeted floor.

•Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.

Ail water heaters eventually leak

Do notinstall without adequate drainage

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

A WARNING

Fire or Explosion Hazard

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

Avoid ail ignition sources if you smell LP gas.

Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas pressure. Use onlygasshownon rating plate. Maintain required clearances to combustibles. Keep ignition sources away from faucets after

V extended period of non-use.

Read instruction manual before

instailing, using or servicing

water heater.

W I

This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.

Carpeting must be protected by metal or wood panel beneath

the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the

appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if

the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor

must be covered by the panel. Failure to heed this warning may result in a fire hazard.

Awarning

Fire or Explosion Hazard

Read instruction manual before installing

using or servicing water heater.

Improper use may result in fire or explosion

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

Maintain required clearances to combustibles.

TOP VIEW

OP CLOSET

WITHOUT DOOH

0" IWIN-

: 0" MIN.

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

I I 0" MIN.

^ (104 mm)

0“ MIN.

FIGURES.

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