Kenmore 153.33616 User Manual

Owner’s Manual

Kenmore

POWER MISER™ 6

GAS WATER HEATER

FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.

NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATINO

NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.

MODEL NO.

153.336160

153.336260

153.336300 HA

153.336360

153.336400 HA

153.336464

153.336500 HA

153.336560

153.336760

153.336800 HA

153.336860

153.336900 HA

153.336960

30 Gallon 40 Gallon 30 Gallon 30 Gallon 40 Gallon 40 Gallon 50 Gallon 50 Gallon 30 Gallon 40 Gallon 40 Gallon 50 Gallon 50 Gallon

Short Short

High Altitude

Propane (L.P.) Propane (L.P.) High Altitude Propane (L.P.) Propane (L.P.) High Altitude Propane (L.P.)

tmm m

Safety Instruction Installation Operation Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts List

For Your Safety

AN ODORÛMTISADDEDTOTHEGAS USED BYTHIS WATER HEATER.

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 W'ater heater.

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

WARNING: If the information in these

instructions is not followed exactly, a fire

or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

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

- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS;

• Do not try to 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.

- Installation and service must be

performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

PRINTED IN THE U.S.A 0703

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

www.sears.com

SUPERSEDES PART NO. 184437-000 & 184255-000

PART NO. 184482-000

Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater. Many safe^-related messages and instructions have been provided in this manuai 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 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

AfSraiii;

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.

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 heater.

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 m 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 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 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. Highsititudeorifice mustbeinstalled 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 Vi/ater 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

É.

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.

ÎABLi OF CONÎENÏS

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

RemovingtheOld 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 ReliefX^lve.................................................................................................................... 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 N^lve Washer Replacement.......................................................................................................................... 22

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

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

Start Up Conditions

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Troubleshooting Items ^

NOTES..........................................................................................................................................................27-28

PARTS ORDER LIST...................................................................................................................................29-31

WARRANTY...................................................................................................................................................... 32

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............................................................................................................................23-25

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

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

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

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 WATi R 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.

MODEL

NUMBER

153.336160

153.336260 40(151)

153.336300 HA 30(114) NATURAL

153.336360

153.336400 HA

153.336464

153.336500 HA 50(189) NATURAL

153.336560

153.336760

153.336800 HA

153.336860 40(151)

153.336900 HA 50(189) FTOWJE

153.336960

CAPACITY

INGALS(LTRS)

30(114) NATURAL

30(114) NATURAL 40(151) 40(151)

50(189) NATURAL 30(114) FTOWJE 40(151)

50(189) mDFWJE

TANK

TYre

GAS

NATURAL

NATURAL NATURAL

mDFWJE mDFWJE

RECOVERY

RATE GALS.

BTU

RATE

32,000 32.8 35,500 36.3 35,500 36.3 3" (76) 35,500 36.3 3” (76) 35,500 36.3 3" (76) 35,500 36.3 3" (76) 35,500 36.3 3'’(76) 35,500 36.3 3" (76) 35,500 36.3 3'’(76) 15 3/4" (400) 35,500 36.3 3" (76) 35,500 36.3 3" (76) 35,500 36.3 3'’(76) 35,500 36.3 3" (76)

PER HOUR

©gO’FRISE

MINIMUM

VENT PIPE

INCH^

(mtn)

3" (76) or 4" (102) 18 1/4" (464) 433/4" (1,111) 3" (76) or 4"(102) 201/4" (514)

DIAMETER

NCHES

(mtn)

153/4” (400) 15 3/4” (400) 57 1/2” (1,461) 18 1/4" (464)

18 1/4" (464) 201/4" (514) 201/4" (514)

18 1/4" (464)

18 1/4" (464) 201/4" (514) 201/4" (514)

DIMENSIONS

IN INCHES (mm)

HEIGHT TO

JACKET TOP

47 1/4" (1,200) 57 1/2” (1,461)

55 1/2" (1,410) 55 1/2" (1,410) 56 1/2” (1,435) 56 1/2” (1,435) 57 1/2” (1,461) 55 1/2” (1,410) 55 1/2” (1,410) 56 1/2” (1,435) 56 1/2” (1,435)

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.

WATER HEATER

iNSTALLATiON KiT WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4” (19.05 mm) OR 1/2” (12.7 mm)

THREADED OR

COPPER PLUMBING

3/4 irt. N.RT. fi^T Trap Ni^Kies

FLEXIBLE WATER HEATER GAS CONNECTOR WITH FITTINGS

DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 20” (508 mm) DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 18” (457 mm) OR LESS, 24” (610mm) DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING ADIAMETER 22” (559 mm) OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28" (711 mm) DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 26” (680 mm) OR LESS

EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLONS (7.6 LITERS) AND 5 GALLONS (18.9 LITERS) CAPACITYTHROUGH 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 Drii) Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape

SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER

PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

ROLL OF TEFLON

TAPE (USE ONLY ON

WATER HEATER

CONNECTIONS)

USE FOR WATER AND GAS

DRILL

PIPE DOPE

(SQUEEZE TUBE)

CONNECTIONS

Additional Toots Needed When Sweat Soldering

• Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

• Propane Tank

• Soft Solder

• Solder Flux

• Emery Cioth

• Wire Brushes

TU8INQ CUTTER

HACKSAW

3/4” (19 mm) WIRE BRUSH

PROPANE

TORCH

ROLL OF

EMERY CLOTH

GARDEN HOSE

6 FOOT TAPE

PIPE WRENCH

1/2" (13 mm) WIRE BRUSH 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

Anode

Hot Water Outlet

Outlet

Flexible Water Connections 0

G Gas Supply

Manual Gas Shut-off Valve

Ground Joint Union

K inner Door T L Outer door

M Union V Pilot and Main Burner

inlet Water Shut-off Valve Cold Water Inlet

Inlet Dip Tube Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

R Rating Plate AA Air Intake Screen

{T) THERMOSTAT

GAS CONTROL KNOB

Thermostat Drain Valve

Flue

X Drain Pan

Y Thermostat Shield (optional) z Piezo Ignitor

(ADJUSTING DIAL)

-TOP VIEW-

FIGUI^I.

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.

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.

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.

water heater at the water shut off valve or water meter. Some

installations require that the water

be turned off to the entire house, see Figures 2 and 4.

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

If you have galvanized pipes to the water heater, loosen the

two galvanized pipes with a pipe wrench at the union in each

line. Also disconnect the piping remaining to the water heater, see Figure 7. These pieces should be saved since they may be needed when reconnecting the new water heater. Disconnect the temperature-pressure relief valve drain line. When the water heater is drained, disconnect the hose from

the drain valve. Close the drain valve. The water heater is

now completely disconnected and ready to be removed. Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the old water heater. This causes the water heater to be much heavier than normal and this residue, if spilled out, could cause staining.

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.

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.

CAUTION

Property Damage Hazard

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.

AH water heaters eventually leak Do notinstali 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, Useonlygasshownon rating plate. Maintain required clearances to combustibles. Keep ignition sources away from faucets after extended period of non-use.

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 (76.2 mm) 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.

Read instruction manual before

Installing, using or servicing

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

water heater.

W I

A WARNING

Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas

Energy Conservation Act standards with respect to insulation

and standby loss requirements, making an insulation blanket unnecessary.

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, see Figure 9. Do not install in a confined area such as a closet, unless you provide air as shown in the Locsting The New Water Heater secXion. 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.

I 12" MAX. (305 mm)

VENTILATION

AIR

OPENING W

FRONT VIEW

OF DOOR

12" MAX.

(305 mm)

FIGURE 9.

RECTAHCUIAR

AIR DUCT

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.

3" MIN,

(76.2 mm

A WARNING

Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas

Do not obstruct water heater air intake with insulating blanket.

Gas and carbon monoxide detectors are available.

Install water heater in accordance

with the instruction manual.

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

Jm. WARNING

Should you choose to apply an insulation blanket to this heater, you should follow these instructions (See Figure 1 for identification of components mentioned below). 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 draft hood.

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

pressure relief valve.

• Do not allow insulation to come within 2” (50.8 mm) of the

floor to prevent blockage of combustion airflow 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

Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds, (cleaners, chlorine based chemicals, refrigerants, etc.) in addition to being highly flammable in many cases, will also change to corrosive hydrochloric acid when exposed to the combustion products of the water heater. The results can be hazardous, and also cause product failure.

Insuiation Biankets

Insulation blankets available to the general public for external use on gas water heaters are not necessary with Ken more products. The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat loss encountered with storage tank heaters. Your

Ken more water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance

UNCONFiNED SPACE is space whose volume is not less than

50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 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,

weatherstripping, 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.

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Kenmore 153.33616 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

For Your Safety

- Installation and service must be

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

Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual:

Materials Needed

Basic Tools

Additional Toots Needed When Sweat Soldering

GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS

Removing the Old Water Heater

Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas

Jm. WARNING

Insuiation Biankets