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Model No.

153.336151 30 Gal. Short

153.336251 40 Gal. Short

153.336312 30 Gal. High Altitude,

153.336351 30 Gal.

153.336412 40 Gal. High Altitude

153.336451 40 Gal.

153.336512 50 Gal. HighAltitude

153.336551 50 Gal.

153.336751 30 Gal. Propane (LE)

153.336812 40 Gal. Propane (LP.) HighAltitude

153.336851 40 Gal. Propane (I_E)

153.336912 50 Gal. Propane (LP.) High Altitude

153.336951 50 Gal. Propane (LP.)

POWER MISER M6

GAS WATER HEATER

• Safety Instructions

• Installation

• Operation

For Your Safety

AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER

WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not fol- I lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property I

damage, personal injury or death• I

-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids ,n the vicinity of th's or any other apprance.

-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electr,'cal switch; do not use any phone in your

building• . .

Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbors phone.

Follow the gassupplier'sinstructions.

If you can not reach your gas suppl,er, call the fire department.

-Instal.lation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

serv,ce agency or the gas suppl,er.

• Care and Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

• Parts List

Caution:

Read and Follow All Safety Rules and

Operating Instructions

Before First Use of

This Product.

Savethis Manual for Future Reference.

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

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can

cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to

I atWARNING

this manual for assistance or consult the local Sears Service Center or gas util-

it), for further information.

Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from other areas of the structure to this appliance.

I AWARNING ]

READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVERB AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERAT-

ING THIS WATER HEATER.

AWARNING 1

Safety Precautions

AWARNING I

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or I maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY I INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manu- al for assistance or consult your local Sears Service

Center for further nformat on.

AWARNING

WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE TYPE GAS ONLY: This water heater is equipped for one type gas only. Check the model rating plate near the gas control

valve for the correct gas. DO NOT USE THIS WATER HEATER WITH ANY GAS OTHER THAN THE ONE

SHOWN ON THE MODEL RATING PLATE. Failure to usethe correct gascan cause problems which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY

DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult your gassupplier or localutility.

_,WARNING

INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE LIQ- UIDS (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.), all of which emit flammable vapors, may be improperly stored or used in such areas.

The gas water heater pilot light or main burner can ignite such vapors. The resulting flashback and fire can cause

death or serious burns to anyone in the area, as well as property damage.

If installation in such areas is your only option, then the installation must be accomplished in a way that the pilot

flame and main burner flame are elevated from the floor at least 18 inches. While this may reduce the chancesof

flammable vapors from a floor spill being ignited, gasoline and other flammable substancesshould never be stored or

used in the same room or area containing a gas water heater or other open flame or spark producing appliance. NOTE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents

from other areas of the structure to the appliance.

AWARNING

If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber

shops, cleaning establishments, or serf-service laundries with dry cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the

water heater or water heaters be installed so that com-

bustion and ventilation air be taken from outside these

areas. Refer to the "Locating The New Water Heater" section of this manual and also the latest edition of the

National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA 54 for specificsprovided concerningair required.

AWARNING

A fire can start if combustiblematerialssuchasclothing cleaningmaterials,or flammableliquidsare placedagainst or nextto thewater heater.

&WARNING

At the time of manufacture this water heater was pro- vided with a combination temperature-pressures relief valve certified by a nationally recognized testing labora-

tory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials, as meeting the require-

ments for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, and the latest edition of ANSI Z21.22 and the code requirements of

ASME. If replaced, the valve must meet the require- ments of local codes, but not less than a combination

temperature and pressure relief valve certified as meet- ing the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic

Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 bya nationally recognized testing laborato- ry that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials.

The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure

of the water heater (150 Ibs.lsq. in.) and a discharge capacity not less than the water heater input rate as

shown on the model rating plate. (Electric heaters - watts divided by 1000 x 3415 equal BTUIHr. rate.) Your local jurisdictional authority, while mandating the

use of a tempereture-pressure relief valve complying with ANSI Z21.22 and ASME, may require a valve model

different from the one furnished with the water heater. Compliance with such local requirements must be satis-

fied by the installer or end user of the water heater with a locally prescribed temperature-pressure relief valve

installed in the designated opening in the water heater in placeof the factory furnished valve. For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve

must not be removed from it's designated opening or plugged.

The temperature-pressure relief valve must be installed directly into the fitting of the water heater designated for

the relief valve. Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that any discharge will exit only within 6 inches

above, or at any distance below the structural floor. Be certain that no contact is made with any live electrical

part. The discharge opening must not be blocked or reduced in size under any circumstances. Excessive length, over 30 feet, or use of more than four elbows carl

cause restriction and reduce the discharge capacity of

the valve.

No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between

the relief valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing

directly to discharge drain unless a 6" air gap is provided. To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property dam-

age, the relief valve must be allowed to discharge water in quantities should circumstances demand, if the dis-

charge pipe is not connected to a drain or other suitable means, the water flow may cause property damage.

The Discharge Pipe:

Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the valve, or have any reducing couplings or other

restrictions. Must not be pluggedor blocked.

Must be of material listed for hot water distribution.

Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of

both the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the discharge pipe.

Must terminate at an adequate drain. Must not have any valve between the relief valve and

tank.

Safety Precautions

A,WARNING

A gas water heater cannot operate properlywithout the correct amount of air for combustion. Do not install in a

confined area such a closet, unless you provide air as shown in the "Locating The New Water Heater" section.

Never obstruct the flow of ventilation air. If you have any doubts or questions at all, call your gas company. Failure

to provide the proper amount of combustion air can result

in a fire or explosion and can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

AWARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tom-

perature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently Injure you upon contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. These

include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physically/men.

tally handicapped. If anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a local code or

state law requiring acertain temperature water at the hot

water tap, then you must take special precautions. In addi- tion to usingthe lowest possibletemperature setting that

satisfiesyour hot water needs, a means suchas a mixing

valve, should be usedat the hot water taps used by these

people or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow manufac-

turors instructions for installation of the valves. Before changingthe factory setting on the thermostat, read the

"Temperature Regulation" section in this manual.

AWARNING

Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires correc- tion before further use. Turn "off" gas to water heater and leave "off" until repairs are made, because failure to

correct the cause of the sooting can result in a fire or explosion causing DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,

OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

&WARNING

Thiswater heater must not be installeddirectlyon car- peting. Carpetingmustbe protectedby a metal or wood

panel beneaththe applianceextendingbeyondthe full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches

(76.2mm) in any direction,or if the applianceisinstalled

inanalcoveorcloset,the entirefloormustbe coveredby

the panel. Failure to heed this warningmay result in a fire hazard.

AWARNING

VENT DAMPERS - Any vent damper, whether it is operat- ed thermally or otherwise must be removed if its use

inhibitsproper drafting of the water heater. Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water

heaters having thermal efficiency in excess of 80% may

treduce a relatively low flue gas temperature. Such tem- mratures may not be high enough to properly open ther-

mally operated vent dampers, This would causespillageof flue gasesand may causecarbon monoxide poisoning. Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification as com-

plying with the latest edition of American National Standard ANSI Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67, respectively,

cover electrically and mechanically actuated vent dampers), Before installation of any vent damper, consult

mar local Sears Service Center or the gas utility for fur-

ther information,

AWARNING

•The appliance and its individualshutoff valve must be dis- connected from the gassupply piping system during any

pressure testing of the gas system at test pressures in excessof I/2 pound per squareinch (3.SkPa).

• The appliance must be isolated from the gas supplypip- ing system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve

during any pressure testing of the gas supplypiping sys- tem at test pressures equal or less than I/2 pound per square inch(3.SkPa).

_,WARNING

BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER HEATERS]: Propane (L.R) gasis heavier than air. Should

there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle near the ground. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under

mobile homes (even when ventilated), closets and areas

below ground level will serve as pocketsfor the accumula-

tion of this gas. Before a_empting to light or relight the

water heater's pilot or turning on a nearby electrical light

switch, be absolutely sure there is no accumulated gas in the area_Search for odor of gas by sniffing at ground level

in the vicinity of the appliance, It"odor is detected, follow

steps indicated at "For Your Safety" on the cover page of this manual then leave the premises.

AWARNING

Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system

may occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical

vapors. Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents,refrigera- tor and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool

chemicals, calcium and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach, and process chemicals are typical compounds which are

potentially corrosive.

AWARNING

Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present a serious health risk or asphyxation.

Safety Precautions continued on page4

Safety Precautions

AWARNING 1

The water heater with draft hood Installed must be prop-/ eriy vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors.| Never operate the water heater unless It is vented to the/ outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks ofl

improper operation, explosion or asphyxiation. |

AWARNING

Minimum clearances between the water heater and com- basttbleconstruction are I" at the sidesand rear, 4" at the

front,and 6,_'filxlnthe ventI_e. CJearancefrom the top of the jacketis 18 on most medels. Note thet a lesser dimansion m_

be allowedon some models. Refer to the label on the vra_ heeteradjacentto the gascantrolvalvefor ail deanmce_

AWARNING [

Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under I

water. Immediately call a Sears Service Technician to [

inspectthe appliance andto replace the gas control or any part of the burner systemwhich kesbeen under water.

_WARNING

HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gascan be produced In a hot

water system that hasnot been usedfor a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is

extremely flammable and explosive. To prevent the possl- bility of Injury under these conditions, we recommend the

hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before any electrical appliances which are

connected to the hot water system are used (suchas a dis- hwasber or washing machine). If hydrogen gas is present, there will probably be an unusual sound similar to air

escaping through the pipe as the hot water faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open game near the faucet at the time it is open.

ACAUTION

WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAKJ IostaJlation of

the water heater must be accomplished insuch a manner that If the tank or any connections should leak, the flow of

water will not cause damage to the structure. When such

locations cannot be uolded, a suitable drsJn pan should be Installed under the water heater. Drain pansare avail.

able at your Iocai Sears store. Such a drain pan must be not greater than I I/2 inches deep, have a minimum length and width of at least 2 inches greater than the

water heater dimensions and must be piped to an ade- quate drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air

flow. Under no circumstances is the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water damage in €onnec-

tion with this water heater.

AWARNING

INSULATING JACKETS: When Installing an external water heater Insulation jacket on a gas water heater:

DO NOT cover the temperutoro-pressure rellof veJve. DO NOT put insulation over any part of the top of the

gaswater heater.

DO NOT put insulation over the gascontrol valve or gas

control vaivelburner cover, or any access areas to the burner.

DO NOT let insulation around the gas water heater to get within 8 inches of the floor (air must get to the

burner). DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and

safety related warning labels and materials affixed to the water heater.

Failure to heed this will result in the possibilityof a fire or

explosion.

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................2-4

Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................................5

Customer Responsibilities .......................................................................................................................6

Product Specifications ..................................................................................................................................6

Materials and Basic Tools Needed ..............................................................................................

Materials Needed .....................................................................................................................................................................

Basic Tools ...............................................................................................................................................................................

Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................................s-16

Removing the Old Water Heater ............................................................................................................................................... 8

Facts to Consider About the Ix_tion ....................................................................................................................................... 9

Combmtlon Ai.rand Ventilation for Appliances in Unconfined Spaces ................................................................................... 10

C_mbmtlon Air and Ventilation for Appliances in Confined Spaces ....................................................................................... 10

Water Piping ........................................................................................................................................................................... 11

Teraperamre-Prc_ure Reliff Valve........................................................................................................................................... 12

Filling the Water Heater .......................................................................................................................................................... 13

Venting .............................................................................................................................................................................. 13-14

Gas Piping ......................................................................................................................................................................... 14-15

Imtallation Checklist .............................................................................................................................................................. 16

0 eratin Instructions 17-19

_"_ting ............................................................................................................................................................................. 17-18

Temperatm_ Regulation .......................................................................................................................................................... 19

g .........................................................................................................................

Service and Adjustment ......................................................................................................................20-21

Tank (Sediment) Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................................... 20

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

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

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

L.E Gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly ............................................................................................................................ 20

Draining ................................................................................................................................................................................. 21

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

Drain Valve Washer Replacement ........................................................................................................................................... 21

Housekeeping ......................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Service .................................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Troubleshootin Guide 22-25

Start Up Condltiom .......................................................................................................................................................... 22-23

Thermal Expansion .............................................................................................................................................................. 22

Strange Sounds ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Condensation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Smoke/Odor ......................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Operational Conditions ..................................................................................................................................................... 23-24

Smelly Water ........................................................................................................................................................................ 23

Air m Hot Warer Faucets ................................................................................................................................................... 23

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

Not Enough Hot Water ........................................................................................................................................................ 24

Water is too Hot ................................................................................................................................................................... 24

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

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PartsOrder List...............................................................................................................................................2s-31

Customer Responsibilities

Thank You for purchasinga Sears water heater.

Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of

trouble free service. If you should decide teat you want the new water heater professionally installed by Sears call the local Sears

Service Center or any Sears store. They will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized contractors.

Ahhreviatiom Fomad In This IJastrttctlou Man.a1

I.A.S. - International Approval Services, A Division of CSA

A.N.S.I. - American National Standards Institute

AWARNING

This gas-fired water heater is design certified by the International Approval Services, A Division of CSA under

American National Standard/CSA Standard for Gas Water Heaters AN$ Z21.10.1 ° CSA 4.1 (latest edition). The

installation must conform with this manual, Local Codes and with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code,

ANSI Z223.1: This publicatmn is avallaldefrom your local government or

public library, gas company, or by writing NFPA, Batterymarch Park, Quincy,MA 02269.

• Read the _Safety Precautions" section, pages 2 through 4 of

this manual first and then the entire manual carefully. If you

don't follow the safety rules, the water heater will not operate _Nroperly. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY

.JURYAND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

• This manual contains instructions fur the installation, opera-

tion, 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 ire essential to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety. Since we cannot put everything on the first f_w pages, READ

THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.

• The installation must conform with the instructions in this

• manual; gas company rules; and Local Codes, or in the absence of Local Codes, with the latest edition of the National

Fuel Gas code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA 54. This publication is available from your local government or

public library or gas company or by writing NFPA, Batrerymarch 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 instal- lation are very imporiam in pte-aeming death from possible

carbon monoxide poisoning and fires. Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with

the OFacts to Consider About the Location" section in this

nlRnual.

• 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 proce-

dures. Instructions may be obtained from ),our local dealer, wholesaler, public utilities or California Office of the State Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

Product Specifications

MODEL NUMBER

153.336151

153.336251

153.336312

153.336351

153.336412

153.336451

153.336512

153.336551

153.336751

153.336812

153.336851

153.336912

153.336951

TANK

CAPACITY

IN GALLONS

30 30 40 40 50

50 30 40

TYPE

GAS

NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL

NATURAL NATURAL

PROPANE (L.EI

PROPANE(L.E' PROPANE(LP.)

PROPANE (L.E)

B._U.

RATE

30,000 35,000 33,500

33,500 35,500 35,500 35,500

35,500

33_500 35,500

35,500 36,000 36,000

RECOVERy

RATEGALLS.

PERHOUR @

90°F RISE

30.7

35.8

34.3

36.3

34.3

36.3

36.3 36,8

36.8

MINIMUM

VENT

PIPE

3" or 4"

3" 3"

DIMENSIONS IN INCHES

HEIGHTTO

DIAMETER [ACKETTOP

18 47

20 47½

16 56 16 56 18 56½ 18 56½ 20 56½ 20 56½

16 56 18 56½

18 56½

20 56½ 20 56½

Materials and Basic Tools Needed

Materials Needed

To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation

parts shown below. You may or may not need all of tbese materi- als, depending on your type of installation.

WATER HEATER STAND 24"x24"x I E" FOR USE WITH WATER HEATERS

INSTALLED IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES HAVING A DIAMETER 24"

OR LESS AND A RATED CAPACITY 7S GALLONS OR LESS

EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDI-

TIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLON AND $

THROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR

SERVICE CENTERS

WATER HEATER INSTAL-

LATION KIT WITH FLEXI- BLE CONNECTORS FOR

3/4" OR 112" THREADED OR COPPER PLUMBING

GALLON CAPACITY

VENT PIPE

Basic Tools

You may or may not need all of these tools, depending on your type of installation. These tools can be purchased at your local

Sears store,

• Pipe Wrenches (2) 14"

• Screwdriver

• Tin Snips

• 6 Foot Tape of Folding Rule

• Garden Hose

• Drill

• Pipe dope or Teflon Tape

FLEXIBLE WATER HEATER GAS CON-

NECTOR WITH FITTINGS

DRAIN PANS

AVAILABLE IN 20" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAME-

WATER HEATER HEAT

TRAPS HELP REDUCE HEAT 28" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS LOSS DUE TO THERMAL HAVING A DIAMETER 26" OR LESS

SYPHONING

TER 18" OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN

ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING

• Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

• Propane Torch

• Soft Solder

• Solder Flux

• Emery Cloth

• Wire Brushes

HACKSAW

GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE

SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER

PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

ROLL OF TEFLON TAPE (USE ONLY ON WATER

CONNECTIONS)

PIPE DOPE (SQUEEZE TUBE) USE FOR WATER AND

_AS CONNECTIONS)

PIPE

WRENCH

TIN SNIPS

314" WIRE BRUSH

C>-.1

ROLL OF LEAD FREE

ROLL OF EMERY

I/2" WIRE BRUSH

SOFT SOLDER

CLOTH SOLDER FLUX

PROPANE

TORCH

TUBING

CUTTER

Installation Instructions

Removing the Old Water Heater

Q Turn _OFF _ the gas supply to the water heater.

I *WARNING I

If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas appliances is I used,al.soshut "OFF" the gas at each appliance. Leave all I

gas appliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installa- tion iscomplete.

Turn UOFF" the water to water heater. Some installations require that

the water be turned off to the entire

house,

the'

Disconnect the vent pipe from the draft hood where they connect 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 the draft hood which must be used for proper operation.

a. If you have co er i in to the water

heater, the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately four inches away from where they con- nect to the water heater. This will avoid

cutting off the pipes too short. Additional cuts can be made later if nec-

essary. Disconnect the temperature-pres- sure 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.

PP PP g

QCheck a_ain to make sure the gas supply

is OFF to the water heater. Then dis- connect the gas supply connection from

the gas control valve_

Attach a 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 passingout of the drain valve may beextremely I

hot. To avoidbeing scalded, make sure all connections are [

ttght and that the water flow is directed away from any

person,

hose

AWARNING I

If you have galvanizedpipe to the water

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

line. A!so disconnect the piping remain- ing to the water heater. These pieces should be saved since they may be need-

ed when reconnecting the new water heater. Disconnect the temperature-pres-

sure 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

completelydisconnectedand readyto be removed.

A CAUTION [

Mineral buildup or sediment may haveaccumulated in the I

old Water heater. This causesthe w_er heater to be much I heavier than normal and this residue, if spilled out, could

causestaining.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Facts to Consider About the Location

You should carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater, because the placement is a very important consid-

eration 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 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.

• The location selected should be indoors as dose 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 pip-

ing system as possible. The water heater, as all water heaters,

will eventually leak. Do not install without adequate drainage provisions where water flow will cause damage.

ACAUTION

WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the water heater must be accomplishedin sucha manner that if

the tenk or onyconnectionsshouldlank, the how of water will not causedamagnto the strootur_ Wben soch lucadonscan.

not be avoided,a suitabledrain panshouldbe installedunder the water heater. Drain pans are availableat your localSears

store. Sucha drain pan must be not greater than 1%inches dee_ have a minimum length and width of at least 2 inches

IFeater than the water heater dimensionsand must be piped to an edequato drain.The panmust not restrict€ombustionair

flow. Under no circumstancesisthe manuh_urer or Searsto be held liablefor any water dam,_e in connection with this

v_or heater.

• The location selection must provide adequate dearances for ser- vicing and proper operation of the water heater.

AWARNING

Thiswater heater must not be imtelled direcdyon carpe_ng. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyondthe full width and

depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches(76.2mm) in any direction,or if the applianceis installedin an alcoveor closet,

the endre gonr must be coremd by the panel.Failureto heed this warningmaymsuitina fire hazard.

AWARNING

Minimum clearances between the water heater and com- bustibleconstruction are I" at the sidesand rear, 4" at the

front,and 6,_'from the vontPipe.Claarancefrom the tep oftbe jacketis 18 onmost model_ Note that alesserdimensionmay

be allowedon some modelL Refer to the label on the water hez_" edjacont to the gascontrolvaJveforail dearance_

YENTIL&TION

T P_qEW

AWARNING

INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE UQUIDS

_GAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO RE PRESENT OR

ARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC),

Flammableliquids(such as gasoBno,solvents,propane(LP) or butane, etc.), all of which emit flammable vapors, may be

improperlystoredor ased in such_s. The gaswater heart pilotlight or main burnercanignitesuchvapor_ The resulting

flashbackandEm can causedea_ or seriousburosto anyonein

thearea,aswellasproportydamagn. If installationin suchareasisyouronlyoption,then the instella-

don must be accomplishedin a way that the pilot flame and main humorflame are elevated fromtbe tk)or at least 18incheL

Wh_ this ma_reducethe chancesof flammablevaporsfrom a floorspillbeingignited,gasolineandother flammablesubstances

shouldneverbe storedor usedin the same room or area con- raininga gaswater heateror other openflame or sparkproduc-

ingappliance. NOTE: Flammablevaporsmay be drawn byair currentsfrom

other amesofthe structureto theappiiance.

STORED

AWARNING

Propellantsof aerosolspraysand volatile compounds, (clean- ers, chlorine basedchemicals,refrigerants,etc.) inadditionto being highlyflammable in many cases,will alsochangeto €or- rosivo hydrochloric acid when exposed to the combustion products of the water heater. The resultscan be hazardo_

and alsocauseproductfailure.

Figure I ]

AIR DUCT

AWARNING

A ps water bea_' cannotepera_ i_periy wltbeut the cor-

rect amonnt of elr for comlxe|tion. Do not instellin a confined areasocha doset, unlessyou provideair esshownin the "Facts

to Comkler About the Location"section.Never obstructthe flowof ventilationair. If youhwe anydoubtsor quesdomat ail,

cellyanr gas€ompany.Faifureto Ix_vide thepreper amountof combustionair _m result in a tim or expiosionand can cause

DEATH,SERIOUSBODILY INJURn,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.

AWARNING

If thiswator heater will be usedin beauty shops,berber shops, cleaningestablishments, or self-service laundries with dry cleaningequipment,it is imperative that the water heater or

water heatersbe installedso that combustion and ventilation air be takan from ontslde thesearees.Refer to the "Facts to

ConsiderAbout the Location"sectionof this manualand aiso the latestedition of the NationalFuel GasCede, ANSI Z223.1 alsoreferred to as NFPA 54 fur specificsprovidedconcemin

air required.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in

Unconfined Spaces

Unconfined Space is a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour 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, b.

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 of the aggregate input rating of all

appliances installed in that space.

at.ALL AIR FROM INSIDE BUILDINGS:

(See Page 8 Figure 1, and Figure 2 below)

The confined space shall be provided with two permanent

openings communicating directly with an additional room(s) of sufficient volume so that the combined volume of all

spaces meets the criteria for an unconfined space. The total input of all _, utilization equipment installed in the com-

bined space shall be considered in making this determination. Each opening shall have a minimum free area of one square inch per 1,000 BTU per hour of the total input rating of all

gas utilization equipment in the confined space, but not less than 100 square inches. One opening shall commence within

12 inches of the top and one commencing within 12 inches

of the bottom of the enclosure.

1.When directly communicating with the outdoors,each open- ing shall have aminimum flee area of 1square inch per 4,000

BTU per hour of total input rating of all equipment in the

enclosure. (SeeFigure3.)

2. When communicating with the outdoors through vertical ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1

squareinch per 4,000 BTU per hour of total inputrating of allequipment in the endosure. (SeeFigure4.)

Figure 4 ]

3. When communicating with the outdoors through horizontal ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1

square inch per 2,000 BTU per hour of total input rating of all equipment in the endosure. (See Figure 5.)

.I_LFT _R DUGT

'Ibo_ IIooq

Figure 2 I

b. ALL AIR FROM OUTDOORS: (seeFigures3-5)

The confined space shall be provided with twopermanent

openings, one commencing within 12 inches of the top and one commencing within 12 inchesfrom the bottom of the

enclosure. The openings shall communicate directly,or by ducts,with the outdoorsor spaces(crawl or attic) that freely

communicate with the outdoors.

Figure 3 ]

I Figure S ]

4. When ducts are used, they shall be of the same cross-sectional

area as the free area of the openings to which they connect.

The minimum short side dimension of rectangtdar air ducts

shall not be less than 3 inches. (See Figure 5.)

5. Louvers and Grilles: In calculating free area, consideration shall be given to the blocking effect of louvers, grilles or screens protecting openings. Screens used shall not be smaller

than ¼ inch mesh. If theffee area through a design of louver

or grille is known, it should be used in calculating the size opening required to provide the free area specified. If the

design and free area is not known, it may be assumed that wood louvers will be 20-25 percent free areaand metal louvers

and grilles will have 60-75 percent free area. Louvers and grilles shall be fixed in the open position or interlocked with the equipment so that they are opened automatically during equipment operation.

6. Special Conditions Created by Mechanical Exhaustingor

Fireplaces: Operation of exhaust fans, ventilation systems,

clothes dryersor fireplaces may create conditions requiring special attention to avoid unsatisfactoryoperationof installed

gasutilization equipment.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Water Piping

AWARNING

HOTrER WATER CAN SCALD:Water heatotsam iotendedto

producehot water. Water heated to a tomperatom whichwill i satisfyclotheswashing,dishweshing_and other suniti_ needs

am scaldend penmnen_ injure you upen contatt. Sornepeo-

4eare morn lilmlyto be permanently injuredby hot w_er _ other_ Theseincludethe elder_ children,the infim-,,or ly/mentany handicapped,ffenyoneusinghotwater inyour home Etsintoone ofthese greupsor ifthere isa local€odeor statolaw

requiringacertaintemperature waterat the hotwater _ then

_u musttake specialprecautiom.In additionto usingthe lowest

_ssible temperature settingthat satisfiesyour hot water needs,

_mennssuchasamixlngvalve,thould be usudat the hot water

tapsusedbythese peopleor at the wator heater.Mixingvalves are availableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestore_Followman-

ufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the

'q'empenttureRegulation"section inthis manual

This water heater shall not be connected to any heating systems or component(s) used with a non-potable water heating

appliance. If a water heater is installed in a closed water supply system;

such as one having a back-flow preventer, check valve, water meter with a check valve, etc.., in the cold water supply; means

shall be provided to control thermal expansion. Contact the local utility or local Sears Service Center on how to control this

situation.

NOTE: To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and cold water fittings, it is strongly recommended that di..elec-

tric unions or couplings be installed on this water heater

when connected to copper pipe.

• Look at the top cover of the water heater. The cold water inlet is markedcold. Put two or three turns of teflon tape

around the threaded end of _e threaded-to-sweat coupling and atuund both ends of the ¾ threaded nipple. Using flexi-

ble connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the coldwater inlet of the water heater.

NOTE: This water heater is super insulated to minimize

heat 1o. from the tank. Further reduction in heat loss can be accomplished by insulating the hot water lines

from the water heater.

INSTALLATION COMPLETED USING

SEARS INSTALLATION KIT

FLEXIBLE

WATER

CONNECTORS

HOT OUTLET

TO HOUSE

THREADED TO

SWEAT COUPLING

314"THREADED

COUPLING

HOT

l COLD INLET

THREADED TO

SWEAT

COUPLING

314" THREADED

COUPLING

SHUTOFF

VALVE

WATER LINE

The illustration shows the attachment of the water piping to the water heater. The water heater is equipped with ¾1,water con-

nec_ions,

NOTE: ff using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter

before attaching the adaptor to the cold water inlet connec- tion. Do not solder the cold water supply line directly to the

cold water inlet. It will harm the dip tube and damage the tank.

• Look at the top cover of the water heater. The water oudet is

marked hot. Put two or three turns of teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling and around

both. ends of the 3A threaded nipple. Using flexible connec- tors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water oudet on

the water heater.

[]

RELIEFVALVE

DISCHARGE

PIPE (Do not cap

FLOOR DRAIN

PRESSURE

or plug)

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

&WARNING

At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided with a combination temperature-pressures relief valve certi-

fied bya nationallyrecognized testing laboratory that main- tainsperiodic inspectionof productionof listedequipment or materials, asmeeting the requirements for ReliefValvesand

Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems,and the latest edition ofANSI Z21.22 and the code

requirements of ASME. If replaced, the valve must meet the requirements of local codes,but not lessthan a combination

temperature and pressure relief valve certified as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas

ShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,ANSI Z21.22 by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains

periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials.

The valvemust be marked with amaximum set pressurenot to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of _le

water heater (150 Ibs./sq.in.) and a discharge capacity not lessthan the water heater input rate as shownon the model rating plate. (Electric heaters, watts divided by 1000 x 3415 equal BTU/Hr. rate.)

Your localjurisdictionalauthority, while mandatingthe use of a temperature-pressure relief valve complying with ANSI

Z21.22 and ASHE, may require a valve model different from the one furnishedwith the water heater.

Compliance with such local requirements must be satisfied by the installeror end user of the water heater with alocally prescribedtemperature.pressure relief valve installed in the

designatedopeninginthe water heater in place oftbe facto- ry furnishedvalve.

For safeoperation of the water heater, the relief valve must not beremoved from it's designatedopeningor plugged.

The temperature.pressure relief valve must be installed directlyinto the fitting of the water heater designatedfor the relief valve. Position the valvedownward and providetubing

so that any dischargewill exit only within 6 inchesabove, or at any distance below the structural floor. Be certain that no

contact is made with any live electrical part. The discharge opening must not be blocked or reduced in size under any circumstances.Excessivelength, over 30 feet, or use of more than four elbows can cause restriction and reduce the dis-

chargecapacityofthe valve. No valve or other obstruction isto be placed between the

relief valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing directly to dischargedrain unlessa 6" air gap is provided. To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valvemust be allowed to dischargewater in quantities should

circumstancesdemand. If the dischargepipe isnot connect- ed to a drain or other suitable means, the water flow may causeproperty damage.

The DischargePipe:

Mustnot be smaller in size than the outlet pipe sizeoftbe

valve, or haveanyreducing couplingsor other restrictions.

Mustnot bepluggedor blocked. Mustbe of material listedfor hot water distribution.

Mustbe installedso as to allowcomplete drainage of beth the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the discharge :

pipe. Mustterminate at an adequatedrain.

Mustnot haveany valvebetween the relief valveand tank.

AWARNING

The temperature-preesure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year.Caution shoukl be taken to emure that (I) no one lsin front of ov around the outlet of

the temperature-pressure rer_f valvedischargeline,and(2) the water manually discharged will not cause any bodily

injury or property damage because the water may be

extremalyhot

ff after manually operating the valve, it failsto completely reset and continnesto releasewater, immediately dose the

cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining instructions, and replace the temperature-pressuro relief

valvewith anew one.

HOT

SHUTOFF

VALVE

COLD

PRESSURE

RELIEF VALVE

"DISCHARGE PIPE

(Do not cap or plug)

[]

6" AIR GAP

FLOOR DRAIN

RELIEFVALVEOPENING

At the time of manufacture,thiswater heaterwasprodded_ a combinationtem- perature-pressurerein _e listed u comp_[ngwiththe standardfor relief valvesand automaticgasthut_ff devicesfor hotwater supplysystems,ANSI Z21.22. fie< _fe

operationofthewater heater,the relief valvemust not beremo_l fromits designated pointof insta_l_onorplugged.

Yourlocal jurisdictionalauthori_, whilemandatingthe useof a temperature-pressure rel_ vahe complyingwithANSIZ21.22 andASME,mayrequireava_ mo_el differont

fromtheo_e furnishedwith _e water heater Compliancewith suchlocalrequirements must be satisfiedby the installeror end user

of the water heater with a locallyprescdfiedtemperature-pressurereliefvalve_ns_led inthe designatedopeninginthe water fieate_

See manualheading-_TemperatuR-FressureReliefValves"for installationand mainte- nanceof reliefval_, dischargeline,andother safetypreca_ons.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Filling the Water Heater

A, CAUTION

Neveruset_swater heaterunlessItiscompletelyfilledwith

water.Topreventdamageto thetenk,thetenk mustbefilled with water. Water must flowfrom the hot water faucet

before',',,minE"ON" gastothewaterheater.

To fill the water heater with water:

• Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to the right (dockwise). The drain valve is on the lower front of

the water heater.

• Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater. NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open

whco th©water heater is in use.

• To insure complete filling of the tank, allow air to exit by

opening the nearest hot water faucet. Allow water to run until a constant flow is obtained. This will let air out of the

water heater and the piping.

• Check all newwater piping for leaks. Repair as needed.

Venting

AWARNING

VENT DAMPERS. Any vent damper,whether it is opel-dted thermanyor otherwisemust beremovedIfItsuseinhibitsprop

er draffingofthe water heater. Thermally Operated Vent Dampem Gas-firedwater heaters

havingthemml e4r_encyIn e_cessof 80%nmyproduce a rela-

t_velylowIluegmtemperature.Suchtemperaturesn_/not be

high enough to properly open thermally operated vent

damperLThiswooldcausespillageofIluegasesandnw cause

c._onrnono_depo_o_ .V_ dampmmu_bmreadeaceofcenmcaeo,ascomping

with the latest editJonof American National StandardANSI Z21.68 (ANSI 2:21.66& 67, respectively,coverelectricallyand

mechanicallyactuated ventdarnpersgBeforeImtalla_n of any vent_ €onsultyourlocalSearsServiceCenteror the ips

u_y forfurtherhafonnatk_

AWARNING

To insureproperve_ of this gas-firedwater heater,the correctventpipediame_r mustbe utilized.Anyadd'talonsor

deledom of othergas appliances ona €ommon ventwi_ this water heater may ad,na'sely affect the _ of the water

hea_. CoosulttheIoealSearsServiceCentoror gasutilityif anysuchchangesareplanned.

Forproper ventingin certain installations,a largerdiametervent pipe may be necessary.Due to greatvariancesin installations, unforeseeableby the manufacturer of the waterheater,you must

consult your gascompany to aid you in determiningthe proper ventingfor your waterheater from the vent tables in the latest

edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, also referredto asNFPA 54.

Checkthe ventingsystemfor signsof obstructionor deterioration and replaceif needed.

The combustion and ventilationairflow must not be obstructed.

AWARNING J

Oe_uctod or_ ventsystermmay presenta serioos1

health riskor asphy]d_on. I

• Place the draft hood legs in the receiving holes on the top of the water heater. The legs will snap in the holes to give a tight

fit.

• Place the vent pipe over the draft hood. With the vent pipe in position, drill a small hole through both the vent pipe and

draft hood. Secure them together with asheet metal screw.

DRAFT HOOD _r IVENT_I J _

,_a_t_. _ f _LF_'j_, T HOOD

VENT TO OUTDOORS OR

CHIMNEY

DRAFT

AWARNING I

TH_v,.._ he_ wlthd__ re.st_ Fo_,'lyI

vented to a chimneywhichterminates outdoors. Never oper- I ate the wator heater unlessit isventedto the outdoorsand hasI

adequato air supplyto avoidrislmof improper op_q'aflon,explo-I

AWARNING I

The vent pipeftom the wator heater mustbe no lessthan the I diameter of the draft hood outlet on the water heater, and

I _x_ slopeupwardto the chimney at least ¼ inch per linearI

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Venting (cont'd) Gas Piping

All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the

structure (dwelling). Installonly the draft hood provided with the new water heater and no other draft hood.

Vent pipes must be secured at each joint with sheet metal screws.

CHIMNEY

RISE PER LINEAR

RISE?:O .EAR

VENT PIPE INSTALLATION

There must be a minimum of 6" dearance between single wall vent pipe and any combustible materi_l. Fill and seal any clear-

ance between single wall vent pipe and combustible material

with mortar mix, cement, or other noncombustible substance.

For other than single wall, follow vent pipe manufacturer's dear- ance specifications. To insure a tight fit of the vent pipe in a brick chimney, seal around the vent pipe with mortar mix

cement.

AWARNING

Failureto haverequireddexrdncesbetweenventpipingand combustiblematerialwillresultina firehazard.

A WARNING

Besureventpipeisproperlyconnectedto prevonte_capeof dangerousfluegaseswhichcouldcausedeadly_/x_tion.

AWARNING

Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the model ra_ng plate. The inlet gaspressuremust not exceed

Ifl.Sin. water column(2,6k_) for natural gasor 13i_ water

column (3.2kPa) for propane (LR) ge_ The minimum inlet gasprossumlisted on the model rating plate is for the pur- poseof inputad'FWanont.

AWARNING

Ifthe ges conerolvalve is subjecU_ to pressuresexceeding'A poundper square inch(3.Side), the damage tO the gascon.

trnl vaJvecould reanlt in a fire or explosionfrom lealdngga_

A W'_RNING 1

If the main gasline shutoffservingaJlgasappliancesk used,| alsoturn "OFF" the gasat each appliance.Leaveall gasappli-|

antes shutof/until the water heater installationiscomplete. ]

A gas llne of sufficient size must be run to the water heater. Consult the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI

Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA54 and the gascompany concern- ing pipe size.

There must be:

• A readily accessible manual shut offvalve in the gas supply line

serving the water heater, and

• A drip leg (sediment trap) ahead of the gas control valve to help

prevent dirt and foreign materials from entering the gas control

valve.

• A flexible gas connector or a ground joint union between the

shutoffvalve and control valve to permit servicing of the unit.

AWARNING

Chemicalvaporcorrosionofthe flueandventsystemmay occurtf air for combustioncomainscert_ chemicalvapor_

Spraycanpropellants,cleaningsolvents,refrigeratorand air conditionerrefrigerants,swimmingpoolchemicals,calcium

andsodiumchloride,waxes,bleach,andprocesschemicalsare typicalcompoundswhicharepotenti_dlycorrosive.

Be sure to check allthe gas piping for leaksbefore lighting the waterheater. Use a soapywater solution, not a match or open

flame.Rinseoffsoapysolutionandwipedry.

Standard Models are for installation up to 3,300 feet above sea level.

High Altitude Models are for installation from 3,300 to 5,500

_t abo_e sea level.

Ifa standard model is installed above 3,300 feet or a high altitude model is installed above 5,500 feet, the input rating must be

reduced at the rate of 4 percent for each 1,000 feet above sealevel. Contact your local Sears Service Center or gas utility for further

information.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

GAS PIPING WITH

The appliance and its gas connection must

beforeplacingthe applianceinoperation.

AWARNING be leak tested

&WARNING

•The applianceand itsindividualshutoffvalve must be discon- nectedfrom the gassuppiypiping systemduringany pl_sure

testing of the gassystem at test pressuresin excess of poundper squareinch(3._kl_).

• The appliancemustbeisolatedfrom thegassupplypipingsy_ tem by dosingits individualmanualshutoffvalveduring any

pressuretasl_ngof the gassupplypiping systemat testpres- suresequalor lessthan _ peued persquare inch(3.5Idea).

FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR

GASSUFFLY

PIPING

GROUNO

UNION(Optional)

3" min. _Sedimer_ trap) GAS

FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTOR

LABELED AS COMPLYING

WITH ANSI STANDING

CONTROLVALVE

AWARNING 1

Use pipe joint compound or teflon tape marked as being[ resistantto the actionof pem_um [Propeue(L.R)] _ |

SEDIMENT TRAP

A sediment trap shall be installed as close to the inlet of the water heater as practical at the time of water heater installation.

The sediment trap shall be either a tee fitting with a capped nip- ple in the bottom outlet or other device recognized as an effec- tive sediment trap. If a tee fitting is used, it shall be installed in conformance with one of the methods of installation shown

below.

Connecting the gas piping to the gas control valve of the water heater can be accomplished by either of the two methods shown.

h, WARNING

Contnminants in the gaslinasrow/cause improper operation of the gascontrol valve th_ may resolt in fire or explosion.

Before attachingthe gasline be sure tl_t all gaspipe isdean on the inside.To trap anydirt or foreign material in the gas

supply line, a drip leg (sometimes called a sediment trap) must be incorporated in the piping. The drip leg must be

readilyaccessible.Installin accordancewith the "Gas Piping" section. Refer to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI 7.223.I, also_ to as NFPA 54.

CAP

GAS PIPING WITH ALL BLACK IRON

PIPE TO GAS CONTROL

GAS SUPPLY

FtFING

GROUND JOINT

UNION (O{_Jonal)T_ _

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Installation Checklist

BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT:

• Check the gaslines forleaks. a. Use a soapy water solution• DO NOT test for gas leaks

usinga match or openflame.

b. Brush the soapy watersolution on all gaspipes, joints and

fittings.

c. Check for bubbling soap• This means you have a leak.

Turn OFF gasandmake the necessaryrepairs.

d. Recheckfor leaks. e. Rinseoffsoapy solution andwipe dry.

• Is the new temperature-pressure relief valve properly installed

and piped to an adequate drain? See "Temperature-Pressure

Relief Valve" sexxiott.

• Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water heater correctly? See _Water Piping" instructions in the

¢* . . s_ .

Installation Instrucuons section.

• Is thewater heater completely filledwith water? See "Filling" instructions in the "InstallationInstructions" section.

GAS SUPPLY

VENT PIPE TO

DRAFT HOOD

OUTDOORS

OR CHIMNEY SHUTOFF VALVE

COLD

UNION

PRESSURE

RELIEF VALVE

• Will a water leak damageanything? See the "Facts to Consider Aboutthe Location section.

• Is there proper clearance betweenthe water heater and any- thing that might catch fire. Seethe Factsto Consider About

the Location section.

• Do you have adequateventilation so that the water heater

• _ *c .... .

will operateproperly. See Combustion Air and VentilaDon

in the _Installation Instructions" section.

• Is the drafthood ventpiping properly secured? See_Venting"

instructions in the "Installation Instructions" section.

• Is there proper dearancebetween the vent pipe and anything

that might catch on fire? See _Venting_ instructions in the "Instalhtion Instructions" section.

• Is the vent pipe properlysloped and does the vent terminate

outdoors? See "Venting instructions in the Installation Instructions" section.

• Do you need to call your gas company to check the gas pipe

arid its hookup?" section,

DRAIN VALVE

(Do not r.apor plug)

6" AIR GAP

FLOOR DRAIN

MODEL RATING PLATE

Operating Instructions

Lighting

AWARNING

BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P,) GAS WATER I HEATERS]:Propane(I.R) gasisheavierthan air. Shouldthere

be a leak in the system,the gas will settle near the ground.

IBasements, crawl spaces,skirted areas under mobile homes

(emnwbenventilatod),dosetsandareasla_owgroundle_ wili

serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas. Before attempdng to lightor religh¢the water beator_ pilotor turning

on a nearby electricallightswitch,be absolutelywm them isno aeaumulat_ ps h_tho are_ Seazchfor oclorofps bymiring at ip_und levelin the vicinityof the appliance. If odorisdetected, followstepsindicatedat "For YourSafety"onthe coverpageof

thismanuaJthenleavethe pmmise_

Lightingand operatinginstructions are located on front of the water heater, above orto one sideof the gascontrol valve.

AWARNING

AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED

BY THIS WATER HEATER.

FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS:

OonottrytoliShtanyap_nce.

Do not touch any elect_ol switch;do not me any phone In yourbui_ng.

Immediatoly callyour gassupF4lerfrom a nelghho_ phone. Followthe ips st_pt_'a_sImtruction_

If you cannotreach your ilassupplier, call tbe Ere depart- mer_

Figure 6 I

Figure 7 ]

AWARNING

OO NOT force the gasoa_zol knob. Use o_ your hand to

pushit down to light t_ pilot, or to tom it to '_DN", "OFF"

or "PILOT". Never usea tax_ suchasa lever,wrench or plb

ers. Do not hit or dama_ the knob. A _ hoob may r_=uitin an _ _KI seriousInjury. ffyou hove problem

turningthe knob, caJIthe gassupplierimmed'mtoly.

CHECK FOR LEAKS

Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before lighting your water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open

flame. Check the factory gas fittings after pilot is lit and gas con- trol knob is still in "PIEOT _ position,_ Then, check the tlttings

when the main burner is turned "ON . Use a soapy water solu-

tion for this, too.

I Figure 81

Operating Instructions (cont'd)

Lighting label on the water heater as it appears above the thermostat

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

WARNING

If you do not follow these Instru_ions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing properly damage, personal injury or loss of life.

A. Thisappliancehasa pilotwhichmustbelightedby

hand.Whenlightingthepilot,followtheseinstructions exazc_,.

B.BEFOI_ELIGHTINGsmellallaroundtheappliancearea

for gas. Re sureto smellnexttothe floor because somegasisheavierthenairandwillsettleonthefloor.

WHATTODOIFYOUSMELLGAS

• Donottrytolightanyappliance.

• Donot touchanyelectricswitch;donotuse any

phoneinyourbuilding.

• Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfromaneighbor's

phone.Followthegasauppller'sinstructions.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

1.STOP!Readthesafetyinformationaboveonthiskd3et.

2.Removeouterdoor.

3. Setthe thermostatto lowestsettingbyturningthe watertemperaturedialclockwise,([ "_)toitslowest

temperaturesetting(witharrowondial)asshown.DO

NOTFORCE.

4.'rumgascontrolknobelockwi"Jse _'_tl to "OFF"posi- tion.Knobcannotbeturnedfrom"PILOT"to "OFF"

unlessknobIsdepressedslightly.DO NOT FORCE.

(Figureg,paga17)

5. Waitfive(5) minutesto clearoutanygas.If youthen smellgas,STOP!Follow"B" inthesafetyinformation aboveon thislabel,If youdon'tsmellgas,gotothe

nextstep.

6. Remove(or open)innerdoorlocatedbelowthegas

controlunit.

7. Findpilot-followmetaltubefromgascontrol.Thepilot

islocatedinfrontoftheburner.

PILOT BURNER _ THERMOCOUPLE

8.Ifyou don'tsmeltgas,turnknobongascontrolcounter cleckwlse_,(_ =to=PILOT"position.(Figure7,page17)

• If youcannotreachyourgassupplier,callthefire

department.

C. Useonlyyourhandto pushinorturnthegascontrol

knob.Neverusetools.Iftheknobwillnotpushinor

turnbyhand,don'ttrytorepairit,celta qualifiedser-

vice technician.Forceor attemptedrepairmayresult inafireorexplosion.

D.Donotusethisappliancoif anyperthasbeenunder

water.Immediatelycalla qualifiedservicetechnician toinspecttheapplianceandtoreplaceanypertofthe

controlsystemandany gascontrolwhichhasbeen underwater.

9. Pushin controlknoball the wayand holddown. Immediatelylight thepilotwithamatch.Contfnueto

holdcontrolknobin foraboutone(1) minuteafter thepilotIs lit.Releaseknobandit willpopbackup.

Pilotshouldremainlit. If If goesout,repeatsteps3

through8.

• lt'imob doesnotpopupwhenreleased,stopand

immediatelycallyourservicetechnicianorgas supplier.

• If thepilot will notstay lit afterseveraltries, depressandturnthegascontrolknobclookwlse

_ to"OFF"andcallyourservicetechnician

orgassupplier.(Figure6,page17)

10.Replace(or close)Innerdoor.Replaceouterdourif

doordoesnotcovergascontrolon/offknobor tem- peratureadjustmentknob.(Figure9,page17)

11. Atarmslengthaway,turn gascontrolknobcounter-i dnekwlse_ tothefull "ON"position.Wemlng

do not use gas control knob to regulate gas flow.(Figure8, page17)

12.At armslengthaway,set thethermostatto desired

setting.Themark( • ) HOTIndicativeof approximate

120°FIs preferredstartingpoint.Somelocallaws mayrequirea lowerstartingpoint.If hotterwaterIs

desired,seeinstructionmanualand"wamlng"below.

13,Replacetheouterdoorifnotreplacedinstep10.

WARNING

HotterwaterIncreasesther sk of sead njury.Beforechangngtemperaturesettng see notructlonmenus.

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

1.Setthe thermostatto lowestsettingbyturningthe

watertemperaturedialclockwise(F-"_) to itslowest temperaturessttlng(witharrowondial)asshown.DO

NOTFORCE.

2."rumgascontrolknobclockwise_V _ to"OFF"posi- tion.Knobcannotbeturnedfrom"PILOT"to=OFF"

unlessknobisdepressedslightly.DONOTFORCE.

3.Replaceouterdoor(ifremoved).

Operating Instructions (cont'd)

Temperature Regulation

Due to the nature of the typical gaswater heater,the water tem- _oeraturein certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or

werat the point ofuse such as, bathtubs, showers,sink, etc.

This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at the markapproximating 120° t_,the actual'water temperature at

any hot water tapcould be ashigh as 150°Foras low as90°E

?my water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water

is needed for cleaning (bodies,dishes, clothing). Hot water will present a scaldhazard. Depending on the time element and the

people involved (normaladults, children, toddlers elderly,

nflrm, etc.) scalding mayoccurat different temperatures.

AWARNING

HOTTERWATERCANSCALD:Waterheatersareintendedto producehotwater.Water heatedto a temperaturewhichwill satisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing,andothersanitizingneeds canscaldandpermanen_injureyouuponcontect.Sernepeo-

p|eammorelikelyto bepen'mmentlyinjuredbyhot waterthan ob_er_Theseindudethedderly,children,thoinflnrn,orphysic_d-

_E_s.rn_dly handicapped.If_.ne usinghot waterinyourhome

intooneofthesegroupsorift_m _aIo_ codeorslatelaw

requiringacertaintem_._raturewateratthehotwatertap,then

_u musttakespecialprecautionLInadditionto usingbhelowest ms_letemperature..se_ngthatsatisfiesyourhotwaterneeds,

a means inch es a meangvalve,shouklImused at dm hot watt.

tapsusedbythosepeopleorat thewaterhoat_,Mixingvzives areavailableat plumbingsupplyorhardwarestore_Fotlowman.

ufacturersinstructionsfor installationof the valves,Before changingthe factorysettingon the thermostat,read the

"TemperatureRegulation"sectioninthismanual.

Turn the water temperature dial clockwise_.ff'_) to decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise (€"_ _'_) to increase the

temperature.

PILOT

LIGHTING - Set herebefore lighting pilot.

• HOT- Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F, which will supply hot water at the

most economical temperatures. The tempera- ture adjustment knob can be turned lower than _HOT" if desired.

A - Is a thermostat setting of approximately

130°E

B - Is a thermostat setting of approximately

140°E

C - Is a thermostat setting of approximately

150°E

AWARNING

NeverallowsmallchiMrentousea hot w-atertap, orto draw their ownbathwater.Neverleavea chilclor handicappedper.

sonunatfamdedinabaURubor slmwe¢,

The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its lowest position, to reduce the risk of scald injury. It is adjustable

and must be reset to the desired temperature setting. The mark (A) HOT indicative of approximately 120°F is the preferred

startin_ point. Some states have a requirement for a lower set- ting. Iryou need hotter water, follow directions for temperature

adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this section.

VERYHOT - Isa thermostat setting of 160°E It is recom-

mended that the dial be set lower whenever

possible.

NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°--140°F recom- mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.

AWARNING I

Should overheating occur or the gas r_pply fail to shut off, I

turn OFF" the manual gas contrul _-alve to _e appliance. I

Service and Adjustment

Tank (Sediment) Cleaning

Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amounts of noise, and if left in the tank will causepremature tankfailure. In some water areas,you may not be able to drain

all sediment depositsby simply drainingthe tank. In these cases

MugErad(part no. 23600) can be usedto help removethe sedi- ment deposits. This may be ordered from the Sears Service

Center. For ozdering,referto the "Parts Order List"section.

Venting System Inspection

At leastonce a year a visual inspection should be made of the venting system.Youshould lookFor:

• Obstructions which could causeimproperventing.The com- bustionand ventilationair flow must not beobstructed.

Damageor deteriorationwhich could causeimproper venting

i or leakageof combustion products.

Rusted flakesaround top of water heater.

&WARNING

Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur if air for combustioncontains certain chemical

Spray can propellants, cleaningsolvents,refrigerator and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals,calcium

end sodium chloride,waxeg bleach,and processchemicalsare

typ_ compoundswhichareporouslyoorrodve.

_ or &_iotat_ ,rants,/stam_ma,/_ a serious

healthHskor asplc/_atfon.

. AWARNING [

AWARNING

Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires correction I

belbrefur_.., use.Turn"OFF" gesto watorheatorandlenveI

I "OFF" until n_airs are made, becausefailure to correct the I ] causeof the sooting can result ina fire or explosioncausing]

[UOXT.,SmOOSao{ac Nu , ¢mPRopmrv j

Burner Cleaning

In the event your burner needs cleaning, use the following instructions:

If iuspe_ctionof the burner showst_ denning is required,turn the gascontrol knob clockwise(( x0 to the "OFF_ position,

depressingslighdy. NOTF_ The knob cannot beturned from _PILOT" to UOFF"

unlessknob is depressedslighdy. DO NOT FORCE. Loosedepositson oraround the burner can be removedby care-

fully using the hose of avacuum cleaner inserted through the accessdoorof thewater heater.If the burnerneedsto be removed

for additional denning, call the Sears ServiceCenter to remove and dean the burner and correct the problem that required the

burner tobe denned.

L.R Gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly Replacement

Information

AWARNING [

sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent

_engerous flue gass_ which coud cause deadly I

AWARNING I

Ifafcor Impectionof the vent aystom you foond sooting or I

detertmalio_ some_ing Iswrong. Call the local ges u_llty to [

€orrecttheproblempnddeanor n_locethe#ueandvon_ngI

beforeresumingoperation of the water heater. I

Burner Inspection

AWARNING

Do ont usethis applience if any part of it has bennonder vauDer.

Immediately call a Sears Service Technician to inspect the

appliance and to replace the gascontrol or any part of the I

burner lystomwh chhasbeenunderwater. }

At leastonce a year a visual inspection should be made of the

main burner andpilot burner. The drawingisfor your reference.

You should check for sooting which is not normal and will impair proper combustion.

AWARNING

PROPANE(LR) GAS CONTROL VALVEAND BURNER

ASSEMBLYREPLACEMENTINFORMATION.

For Propane (LP.) Gas Models Only'. Your water heater is equipped with a Propane (LR) gas

control valve and a main burner assembly with/eft hand threads for the following r_ings end their connections.

(I) The connection betWeen the manifold and the

gas control valve (.6, to B) are left hand threads.

(2) The connection between the main burner ori-

fice and the manifold (C to D) are left hand threads. For ordering these replacement parts, please refer to the "Parts Order List" section of

this manual.

Service and Adjustment (cont'd)

Draining

The water heater should he drainedif being shut down during

freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and eleanmg of sediment from the tank maybenecessary.

Tttrn the gas control knob to the _OFF" position. CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater.

• OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for

draining. Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an ade-

_Uparedrain.

EN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank

draining.

NOTE* If the water heater is going to be shut down and drained for an extended period, the drain valve should be

left open with hose connected allowing water to terminate

toanadequatedrab.

• Close the drain valve.

• Follow instructions in the _Filling The Water Heater"

section.

• Follow the lighting instructions in the _Lighting" section to restart the water heater.

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation

The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated

at least once a year.

TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE

RELIEF VALVE

&WARNING

When th_ldng the temlasmmm-pmsm_ re4L,€valve opera. don,makesum that (I) nooneisin frontefor aroundthe

outlet ofthe teml_nture-pr_m r_ief vahasdtstharp line,

and(2)thatthe vram.manuallydi-_'har_ w"lnot cameany proper¢/damageberausethe watermaybeextremaiyhot.

If after manuallyoperatingthevalve,It fails to €om#etety resetandcontinuesto releasewater,immediatelydosethe coldwator inlet to the water heater, followthe draining

instructions,and replacethe temperature-pressurerelief valvewithanewone.

Drain Valve Washer

Replacement

NOT_ Forreplacemtah me a *_" x "/d' • *ti"thick washe* availableatyour nearesthardwarestore.Foro_._ _pla_

meatwashers,refertothe "PartsOrder Li_ secuom

Follow _Draining" instructions.

i urn "OFF" gas supply to water heater.

Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the screw handle.

Remove the washer and put the new one in place. Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve

and retighten using awrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

• Follow instrucuons in the "Filling The Water Heater"

section.

• Check for leaks. Follow the lighting instructions in the "Lighting" stction to

restart the water heater.

DISCHARGE PIPE

Failure to install and maintain a new properly listed tempera- ture-pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from any claim which might result from excessive temperature or pressure,

AWARNING

If the temperature.pressure relief valve on the appliance

weepsor dischargesperiodically,this may bedue to thermal

expansion. Your water heater may have a check valve installed in the water line or a water meter with a check

valve. Consult the SearsService Center for further infurma-

Do not plugthe temperature-pressure _lief valve,

Housekeeping

Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and Linton a

regularbasis.

Combustible materials such as clothing, cleaning materials, or flammable liquids, etc. must not be placed against or adjacent to

the water heater. To insure sufqcient ventilation and combustion air supply, prop-

er clearances from the water heater must be maintained at all

time,$.

Service

Before calling for repair service, read the Start Up Conditions and Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting

Guide of this manual.

If a condition persists or you are uncertain about the operation of the water heater, let a qualified person check it out.

Contact SEARS Repair Services at 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-g00-469-4663).

Troubleshooting Guide

Start Up Conditions

THERMAL EXPANSION

Water supply systems may, because of high line pressure, fre- quent cut-off,s, the effects of water hammer and otbets, have

installed devicessuch as pressure reducing valves,check valves,

back flow preventers, etc. to control these types of problems. When these devicesare not equipped with an internal by-pass, and no othermeasuresaretaken, the devicescause the water sys-

tem to be dosed. As water is heated, it expands (thermal expan- sion) and closed systems do not allow for the expansion of beat-

ed water.

The water within the water heater tank expands as it is heated and increases the pressure of the water system. If the relieving

point of the water heater's temperature-pressure relief valve is reached, the valve will relieve the excess pressure. The tcmpcra-

ture-preasure relief valve is not intended for the constant relief of thermal expansion. This is an unacceptable condition

and must be corrected.

It is recommendedthat any devicesinstalledwhich could create a dosed system have a by-passand/or the system have an expan- sion tank to relievethe pressure built by thermal expansion in

the water system. Expansion tanks are available for ordering through the Sears Service Center. Contact the iota[plumbing inspector, water supplier, and/or the Sears Service Center for

assistancein controlling these situations.

Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications

Model

Number

153.331020

153.331050

Tank Capacity

In Gallons

Dimensions in Inches

Diameter Length

8 inches 12_ inches

11 inches 14_inches

Pipe Fitting I

On Tank i

_" Male _" Male

HOT COLD

WATEI_HEATER COLD WAI_'R

INLETFIT'nNG

HOT

WATER HEATER

COlDW_,TIR (3)

INLET Fn-rlNG pRESSURE

RECOMMENDEDINSTALLATION

(VEETtCALMOUNTING)

FLOOR,¢EIUNG

STRAPPING

(i)

EXPANSION

REDUCING

VALVEWITH

WATER

SHUTOFF

IOIS_,ETC.

PRESSURE

REDUCING INLET COLD

VALVE WITH WATER

BY-FASS SHUTOFF

Expansion Tank Sizing Chart

Inlet*

Water HeaterCapacity (Gallons)

Water

Expansion

Tank

Capacity

Needed

Pressure

40psi

50psi

60psi

70psi

80psi

*Highest recorded inlet water pressure in a 24 hour period or

regulated water pressure.

NOTE: Expansion tanks are pre-charged with a 40 psi air charge. If the inlet water pressure is higher than 40 psi, the

expansion tank's air pressure must be adjusted to match that

pressure, but must not be higher than 80 psi.

30 40 50 66 82

2 2 2 5 5

2 2 2 5 5 2 2 5 5 5

2 2 5 5 5 2 5 5 5 5

pRESSUk_EGAUGE

ALTERNATE RECOMI_IENDED

INSTALLATION

(HORIZONTAL MOUNTING)

STRANGE SOUNDS

Possiblenoises due to expansion and contraction of some metal parts duringperiods of heat-up and cool-down do not represent

harmful ordangerousconditions. Condensation causes sizzlingandpopping with the burner area

during heating and cooling periods and should be considered

normal. See "Condensation"section.

Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)

CONDENSATION

Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, a certain amount of condensation will form while the burner is on. A

water heater may appear to be leakingwhen in fact the water is condensation. This usually happens when:

• When a new water heater is filled with cold water for the

first time.

• When gas burns and water vapor is produced in water

heaters, particularly high efficiency models where flue tem- peratures are lower.

• When you use large amounts of hot water in a short time and the refill water is very cold.

Moisture from the products of combustion condense on the cooler tank surfaces and form drops of water which mayfall

onto the burner or otherhot surfaces to produce a sizzling or

"frying" noise.

Excessive condensation can cause pilo t outage due to water run- ning down the flue tube onto the main burner and putting out the pilot.

Because of the suddenness and amount of water, condensation water may be diagnosedas a "tank leak".After the water in the

tank warmsup (about 1-2 hours), the condition should disap- pear.

Do not assume the water heater is leaking until there has been enough time for the water in the tank to warm up.

An undersized water heater will cause more condensation. The water heater must be sizedproperly to meet the family's demands

for hot water including dishwashers, washing machines and

shower heads.

Excessive condensation may be noticed during the winter and

early spring months when incoming water temperatures are at

their lowest.

Good venting is essential for a gas fired water heater to operate properly as well as to carry away products of combustion and

water v'd.por.

SMOKE/ODOR

It is not uncommonto experience a smallamount of smoke and

odor during the initial start-up. This is due to burning off of oil from metal parts, and will disappear in a short while.

Operational Conditions

SHELLY WATER

In each glassllned water heater there is inst£led at least one anode rod (see parts section) for corrosion protection of the

tank. Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water. The most common complaint associated with

the anode rod is one of a "rotten egg smell". This odor is derived

from hydrogen sulfide gas dissolved in the water. The smell is the result of four factors which must all be present for the odor

to develop:

a. a concentration of sulfate in the supply water. b. little or no dissolved oxygen in the water.

c. a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater. (This

harmless bacteria is non-toxic to humans.)

d. an excess of active hydrogen in the tank. This is caused by

the corrosion protective action of the anode.

Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater models by replacing the anode(s) with one of lessactive material, and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all hot water

lines. Contact Sears Service for further information concerning an Anode Replacement Kit #9001453 and this Chlorination

Treatment.

Ifthe smellywater persists afrerthe anodereplacement andchlo-

rinationtreatment, we can only'suggestthat continuous chlori-

nation and filtering conditioning equipment be considered to

eliminate the waterproblem.

Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected. By doing so, all warrantyon the waterheater tankls voided.

"AIR" IN HOT WATER FAUCETS

A WARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALI_. Water heatersare intendedto producehot water. Water heated to a temperature whichwill

satisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing,andother sanitizingneeds canscaldandpermanentlyinjureyou uponcontact. Somepeo-

pleare more likelyto be permanentlyinjuredby hot water than

otherg Theseincludethe elderly,childrentthe infirm,or physical-

ly/mentallyhandicapped.If anyoneusinghotwater inyour home fitsintooneof thesegroupsor ifthere isa localcedeor statelaw

requiringacertaintemperaturewater at the hotwater tap,then

_a must 'tak_sp_al_s. Ina_i_n tousingsheb_st

•0_sibintomperamresettingthatsa'ds_esyourhotwa_r needs,

t meanssuchasa mixingvalve,shouldbe usedat the hot water

tapsusedby thesepeople or at tile water heater.Mixingvalves are avm3ableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestores.Followman-

ufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the

"Temperature Regulation"sectioninthismanual,

AWARNING

HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gascan be produced in a hot water systemthat hasnot been usedfor a longperiod of time

(generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas isextremely

flammable and explosive.To preventthe possibility of injury

under these conditions,we recommend the hot water faucet be openedfor severalminutes at the kitchenrink before any electricalapplianceswhich are connectedto the hot water sys-

tem are used (suchas a dishwasheror washingmachine).If hydrogengas is present, there will probably be an unusual

Isoundsimilar to air escapingthroughthe pipeas the hot water

faucet is opened.There must be no smoking or open flame nearthe faucetat the time it isopen.

Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)

Operational Conditions (cont'd)

HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM

This waterheater is equipped with an automatic gas shut offsys- tem. The high temperature shut off is built into the gascontrol

valve.This system shuts off the gas supply to the water heater burners when high water temperatures are present. It is non- resettable.If the high temperature shut offactivates, the gas con-

trol valvemust be replaced.If this were to occur,turn _OFF_'the entire gas supply to the water heater. Contact the SearsService

Center.

AWARNING

Shouldoverheatingoccuror the gassupplyfailto shut off,

tom "OFF" the manualgascontrolvalveto the appliance,

NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER

Check the pilot flame.It mayhave gone out.Allmodels have

i heckthe manualgasshut offvalve to be sure it is open.

an openingbehindthe outerdoorf_r viewingthe pilot. If the pilot is not lit, f_llowthe _Lighting"instructions in this

manualor locatedabove the gas control valveon the water heater to relightthe pilot. If the water wasextremdy hot and is now cold, the high limit safety temperature shut off may

have put out the burner and pilot. If the high temperature shut off activates, the gas control valve must be replaced.

Contact the SearsServiceCenter.

• u n . ,

• The gas control knob must be turned m the ON posmon.

• The temperature adjustment dial may be set too low. See the

"Tempetature Regulation" section.

• The gas company can check the gas input to see if it is correct.

An underfired water heater will not heat water as quickly.

• Look for leaking or open hot water faucets. Make sure all are

dosed.

• The cold water inlet temperature may be colder during the

winter months. It will take[onget to heat the water and seem likelesshot water.

• If you cannot find what is wrong, call the Scars Service

Center.

&WARNING

Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the

water temperature in certain situations may be hotter than the thermostat setting.

Short, frequent draws of hot water - especially with very

cold incoming water - can shock the thermostat into brief

operation resulting in hotter and hotter layers of water

closerto the top of the tank. Changes in hot water usage patterns or raising the tem-

perature differential between the cut-on of the thermo- stat and the cold water temperature will usually eliminate

the problerr_

WATER IS TOO HOT

1. The temperatureadjustment dial may be set too high. So: the NOTE: Aperiod oftime is necessaryafter an adjwtme_t has

been made for the water temperanLee to reach the new tem-

t j tment° ion.

penturesetting.

2. If lowertemperaturesettingswillnot lowerthe watertempera-

ture, callthe SearsServiceCenter.

Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)

Leakage Checkpoints

Use this guide to check a _Leaking" water heater, Many suspect- ed "Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water

can be found and corrected.

If you are not thoroughly familiar with your local gas codes your water heater, and safety practices, contact the

to check the water heater.

ACAUTION 7

Read this manual first. Then before checking the water I heater make sure the gas supply has been turned I

"OFF", and never turn the gas "ON" before the tank is] completely full of water. ]

ACAUTION 7

Never use this water heater unless it Is completely filled I

with water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank I

must be fined with water. Water must flow from the hot] water faucet before turning "ON" gas to the water I

heater.

O Warer at the draft hood is water vapor which has con-

densed out of the combustionproducu. This is caused by a problem in the vent. Contact the Sears Service Center.

Q *Condensation be seen on pipes in humid weather or

pipe connections may be leaking.

e'The primary anode rod fitting may be leaking.

O Small amounts of water from temperature-pressure relief

valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water ptes-

sure in your area.

O'The relief valve be at

the tank fitting.

may

leakingtemperansre-pressure m_.y

O Water from drain valve be due to the valve opened

slighdy.

O'The drain valve be the tank

O Combustion products contain water vapor which can con-

dense on the cooler surfaces of the tank Droplets form and drip into the fire or run on the floor. This is common at

the time of start'up after installation and when incoming

water is cold.

Warer in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be from condensation, loose connections, or the reliefvalve.

may

leaking

fitting.

DO NOT replacethe waterheater until a full inspection of all possible water sources is made and necessarycorrec-

tive steps taken. Leakage from other appliances, water lines,or groundseepageshould alsobe checked.

NOTE: To check where thaeaded portion enters tank,

insert cotton swab between jacket opemng and fittiag. If cotton is wet, follow "Dralning_'instructions in the "Service and Adjustment"section and then remove fit-

ring. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads and replace, TEen follow "Filling the Water Heater

instructions in the "Installation Insttucuons" section.

Notes

Parts Order List

POWER MISERTM 6 GAS WATER HEATERS

MODEL NUMBERS:

153.336151

153.336251

153.336312

153.336351

153.336412

153.336451

30 Gal. Short 40 Gal. Short

30 Gal. High Altitude 3OGaL

4OGal. High Altitude

40 Gal.

160

_19

I It- ......

o 17

Parts Order List (cont'd)

POWER MISERTM 6 GASWATER HEATERS

MODEL NUMBERS:

153.336151 30 Gal. Short

153.336251 40 Gal. Short

153.336312 30 Gal. High Altitude

153.336351 30 Gal.

153.336412 40 Gal. Higfi Altitude

153.336451 40 Gal.

KEY

NO. PART DESCRIPTION

1 Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

2 Primary"Anode Rod

3 Model Rat_n_Plate'_

4 Drain Valve

5 Drain Valve Washer

(%" x "A"x _" thick)**

6 Pilot

7 Tbermocouple* 8 Pilot Tubin E wlFittings 9 Burner Orifice

(Drill Size) Manifold

Burner

Manifold Cover

Inner Door

Gas Control Valve

15 16

Temperature Adjustment Knob

Dip TubeSpacer/Washer

Dip Tube

RestrictorRing

Flue Bame

20 21

Draft Hood

Manual

Mag-Erad

153.336151 153.336251 153.336412 153.3_451

9000071 9000279

0270118

9000254

9001584 9000284

42-33900

9000278 0230182

#40

9002615 9002411 9000358

9000281

F145-1278

F145-1280

0530087

9001917

9000275

9000464

9000273

9000071 9000279 0270118

9000254

9001584

9000284

42-33900

9000278

0230130

#37

9002617

9002411

9000358

9000281

F145-1278

F145-1280

0530087

9001918

9000275

9000300

9OOO273

Model Namber*

153.336312 153.336351

PART NUMBERS

9000071 9000071 9000279 9000279

0270118 0270118

9000254 9000254

9001584 9001584 9000284 9000284

42-33900 42-33900

9000278 9000278 0230182 0230130

#40 (HA) #37

9002613 9002613

9002411 9002411

9000355 9000355 9000281 9000281

F145-1278 F145-1278

F145-1280 F145-1280

0530087 0530087 9001852 9001852

9002488 9002488

9000272 9000272

0002915860

23600

9000071

9000279

0270118

9000254

9001584 9000284

42-33900

9000278

0230138

#39 (HA)

9002615

9002411

9O00355 9000281

F145-1278 F145-1280

0530087

9001852

9002489 9000272

9000071 9000279

0270118

9000254

9001584 9000284

42-33900

9000278

0230141

#36

9002615 9002411

9OOO355 9000281

F145-1278

F145-1280

0530087 9001852

9002489 9000272

*These parts arealso available at must Sears retail stores. **Also availableat most hardvrate _tuses.

tRephced only on return of damaged plate.

# Not Illustrated

Now that you have purchased yous Gas Water Heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts orservice, simply contact any Sears Service Center orcall 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663). Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.

All parts listed may be ordered from any Sears Service Center and most Sears stores and by calling 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278).

If the paxts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a Scars Repair Parrs Distribution Center for handling.

The model number of your Gas Water Heater will be found on the model rating plate located above the gas control valve. WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

MODEL NUMBER NAME OF ITEM PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION

THIS ISA REPAIRPARTSLIST,NOT A PACKINGLIST.

Parts Order List (cont'd)

POWER MISERTM 6 GASWATERHEATERS

MODEL NUMBF..RSt

153.336512

153.336551

153.336751

153.3_36812

153,336851

153.336912

153.336951

50 Gal.I-IishAltitude 50 Gal.

.30 Gal.Propane (L.P.) 40 Gal. Propane (I_R) High Altitude

40 Gal. Propane (I..P.) 50 Gal. Propane(L.P.)High Altitude

Parts Order List (cont'd)

POWER MISER TM 6 GAS WATER HEATERS

MODEL NUMBERS:

153.336512

153.336551

153.336751

153.336812

153.336851

153.336912

153.336951

KEY NO, PARTDESCRIPTION

1 Temperature-PressureReliefValve 9000071 9000071 9000071

2 PrimaryAnode Rod 9000279 9000279 9000279 3 Model Ratin_Phtet 0270118 0270118 0270118

4 Drain Valve 9000254 9000254 9000254

5 Drain ValveWasher

(_7A2"x *¥."x _A"thick)** 9001584 9001584 9001584

6 Pilot 9000284 9000284 9000286 7 Thermocouple* 42-33900 42-33900 42-33900

8 PilotTubin_ w/Fitcin_ 9000278 9000278 9000278 9 Burner Orifice (SeeNote _A') 0230138 0230141 0230224

(Drill Size) #39 (HA) #36 #51 10 Manifold(SeeNote "A') 9002617 9002617 9002614 11 Burner 9002411 9002411 9000390

12 Manifold Cover

13 Manifold Cover 14 Inner Door

15 Gas Control Valve (Set Note _A')

16 Temperature Adjustment Knob 17 Dip Tube Spacer/Washer 18

Dip Tube 9001595 9001595 9001595

R_.strictorRing ....

F|ueBaffle 9001219 9001219 9001218 9001219 21

Draf¢Hood 9000272 9000272 9000272 9000272

Manual 0002915860

Mag-Erad 23600

50 G_. mgh _dtu&

50 Gal.

30 Gal. Propane (L.R)

40 Gal. Propane (LP.) High Ahimde 40 Gal. Propane (LE)

50 Gal. Propane (LP.) High Altitude 50 Gal. Propane (LR)

153336512 153336551 153.336751 153.336812 153336851 153.336912!153336951

9000355 9000355 9000355 9000355 9000355

9000281 9000281 9000281 9000281 9000281

F145-1278 F145-1278 IF145-1279 FI45-12791F145-1279 F145-1280 F145-1280 F145-1280 F145-1280 F145-1280

9002277 9002277 9002277 9002277 9002277

Model Numbers

PART NUMBERS

9000071 9000071

9000279 9000279

0270118 0270118

9000254 9000254

9001584 9001584 9000286 9000286

42-33900 42-33900

9000278 9000278 0230224 0230225

#51(HA) #50

9002616 9002616 9000390 9000390

9000355 9000355 9000281 9000281

F145-1279 F145-1279

F145-12801 F145-1280

9002277 9002277

9001595

9001219 9000272

9000071 9000279 0270118

9000254

9001584

9000286

J,g-33900

9000278

0230222

#52 (HA)

9002414

9000390

9001595

9001219

9000272

9000071

9000279

0270118

i9000254

9001584 9000286

42-33900

9000278

0230224

#51

9002414

9000390

9001595

9001219

9000272

Note _A': ForPropane(L.E) modal(s)this part has lee hand threads.

*These parts arealsoavailableat most Searsretailstores. **Alsoavailableatmost hardwarestores.

?Replacedonlyonreturn of damagedplate. #Not Illustrated

Nowthat you havepurchasedyourGasWater Heater, shoulda need everexistforrepairpartsor service,simplycontactany SearsServiceCenter orcall 1-800-4-MY-HOME(1-800-469-4663). Besureto provideallpertinent factswhen youcallorvisit.

Allparts listedmay be orderedfrom any SearsServiceCenter and most Searsstores and by calling 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7278). If the parts you need are not stocked locally,your orderwill be electronicallytransmitted to a Sears RepairPartsDistributionCenter for

handling. The model number ofyour Gas Water Heaterwillbe found on the model rating plate locatedabovethegas control valve.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIRPARTS,ALWAYSGIVE THE FOLLOWINGINFORMATION:

MODEL NUMBER NAME OF ITEM PARTNUMBER PART DESCRIPTION

THIS IS A REPMR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST.

Wal-l-al ty

About YourWarranty

THE PRICEOF YOURWATERHEATERDOESNOT INCLUDE AFREECHECKUPSERVICECALL.On WaterHeaterInstalhtions

oNAr_ISBySears,Searswarrantsthe hstalhtion. CONTRACTORS:

3. A cha_ willbe madeon servicecallsdueto poor or incomplete

TALLATIONSNOT MADEBYSEARSAUTHORIZED

1.YourSearswarrantyappliesto theproductonly.

2.Searsdoesnot warranttheinstallation. installation.Theseindude:

FULLONE YEARWARRANTYON WATERHEATER

For one year from the date of purchase, when your SearsKenmore water heater is installed and operated in a single-family residence in accordancewith the instructions in this manual, Searswill:

1. Repair defectsin materialorworkmanship in this water heater, free of charge.

2. Furnish and installa new currem model water heater of equal capacity and quality, free ofcharge, ira leakoccursin the tank.

LIMITEDWARRANTYON TANKSTHAT LEAK

After one year and through 6 years from the date of purchaseforwaterheatersused in a single-family residence,if a leakoccursin the

tank,Searswill fumith znew current model water hea_erofequal capacitya,ad quality. Youwill he charged for a_ayinstall_tior_.

LIMITED WARRKNTY ON PARTS

After one year and through 6 yearsfrom the date of purchase, when your Sears Kenmore water heater isused in a single-family residence and isinstalled_td operatedinaccordancewith the information in this manual,if a part failsdue to a materialsor workmanship, Sears

will furnish areplacementfreeof charge. Youwillhe chargedforlabor.

a.Adj_hg thetmo._t. b.Lighdngpilot.

c.Leaksinpip_ orfittings.

d. Impropervenung e. Condensation

This manualis in non-technicallanguage.It mayhelp you,avoidthe

costof a needlessservicecall.Manyservicecallsreallyarentneeded. Suchaswhen:

1.The gasisromed_OFF'.

2.The pilotisout.

3.Agasorwaterleakisdueto loosepipeorconoocdom.

If the water heater is subjected to commercial, institutional, industrialor use in residencesoftwo familiesor more, the abovewarranty coveragefor tanks that leakis effectivefor 2 yearsfrom the date of purchase and the above parts warranty is effectivefor 1 year from the

dateof purchase, To obtainwarranty service,SIMPLYCALL 1-800-4MY-HOME (1-800-469_1663). "This warrantyappliesonly while this product is in

usein the United States."

This warranty givesyou specific legalrights and you may alsohave otherrights which varyfrom state to state.

SEARS,ROEBUCK AND CO., Dept. 817 WA, HOFI_MAN ESTATES, IL 60179

Sears Installation Warranty

In addidonto anywarrantyextendedtoyou onthe Searsmerchandise involved,whichwarrantybecomeseffectivethedatethe merchandiseis

installedshouldtee workmanshipof any Seatsarrangedinstallation provefaultywithinoneyear,Searswill, upon noticefrom you,cause suchfaultsto becorrectedat noadditionalcostto you.Ifyouwantthis

heaterprofessionallyins_led by Searscontactyour SearsSalesperson. Theywillarrangeforprompt,qualityinstallation.

Sears Installation Policy

All installation laborarranged bySears shallbe performedin a neat,

workmanlike manner in accordancewith generallyaccepted trade prac- dcet. Further, all installations shallcomply with all local taws, codes

regulationsand ordinances. The customer shall alsobe protected, dur- ing installation, byinsurance reladng to property damage,Worker's Compensation and Public Liability.

If you want this water heater professionally installed by Sears contact your Salesperson.They willarrange for prompt, quality installationby

Searsauthorized contractors.

Fat_=me maJatbra_dtepttttt_e

Carl24hoursaday,7daysaweek

t -O00-4-MY-HOME

(l.aoo.4se.m_m)

The modelnumberof yourwaterheaterisfoundon the moddratingphteon the frontof thewaterheater.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A. 0oozglss6 o

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