Kenmore 153337070, 153337000 Owner’s Manual

Owner's

Manual

FOR POTABLEWATER

HEATING ONLY

NOT SUITABLEFOR

SPACEHEATING

NOT FOR USE IN

MOBILE HOMES

COMMERCIAL GAS WATER HEATER

Hodel No.

153.337000 I00 Gal.

153.337070 73 GaL

• Safety Instructions

• Installation

• Operation

• Care and Maintenance

• Troubleshooting

• Parts List

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- .lowed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property

damage, personal ,nlury or death.

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

--WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your

building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.

Follow the gas supplier's]nstructions.

• If you can not reach your gassupplier, call the fire department.

-Installat!on and service must be performed l)y a qualified installer, service agency or the gassupplier.

Caution:

Read and Follow

All Safety Rules and Operating Instructions

Before First Use of

This Product.

Save this Manual for Future Reference.

Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hofl'man Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

• . AWARNING .

Improper installation, adlustment , alteration, service or maantenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to

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

ty for further information.

Flammable vapors may be AWARNING

structure to this appliance.

READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE COVER

AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERAT-

ING THIS WATER HEATER•

drawn by air currents from other areas of the

AWARNING

Safety Precautions

_,WARNING I

er installation, adjustment, alteration, service or I nance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY I

OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manu- I

ssistance or consult your local Sears Service[

for further information. J

&WARNING

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 gascontrol 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 correctgascan causeproblemswhichcan resultin DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY

DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult yourgassupplieror localutility.

A,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 ofwhichemit flammabk vapors,may be improperly stored or used in such areas. The gaswater heater pilot light or main burner can ignite suchvapors. The resulting flashbackand fire can cause death or serious burns to anyonein the area, as well as

property damage. If installation in such areas isyour only option, then the

installationmust be accomplishedin 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 vaporsfrom a floor spillbeingignited, gasoline

and other flammable substancesshouldneverbe stored or used in the same room or area containing a gas water

heater or other openflame or sparkproducingappliance. NOTE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents

from other areasofthe structure to the appliance.

AWARNING

If this water heater will be used in beauty shops,barber shops,cleaning establishments, or self-servicelaundries with dry cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the

water heater or water heaters be installed so that com. hustion 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 54for specifics providedconcerningairrequired.

_WARNING

A fire can start if combustiblemater_l.s suchas clothing,I cleaningmaterials,or flammable liqu,dsare placedagainst

or nextto the water heater.

A,WARNING

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

tory that maintains periodic inspection of productionof 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 pressurerelief valve certified as meet- ing the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 by a nationally recognized testing laborato- ry that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials. The valvemust be marked with a maximum set pressure

not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure

of the water heater (150 Ibs./sq. 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 1000x 3415 equal BTU/Hr. rate.) Your local jurisdictional authority, while mandating the use of a temperature-pressure relief valve complying with ANSI Z21.22 and ASME, may require a valve model

different from the one furnishedwith the water heater. Compliance with suchlocal requirements must be satis-

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

installedin thedesignated openingin the water heater in _lace of the factory furnishedvalve.

or safe operation of the water heater, the rehef valve

must not be removed from it's designated opening or

plugged.

The temperature-pressure relief valve must be installed directly intothe fitting of the water heater designatedfor

the relief valve. Position the valvedownward and provide

tubingsothat any dischargewill 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 useof more than four elbowscan 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 dischargedrain unlessa 6" air gap isprovided. To prevent bodilyinjury, hazard to life, or property dam. age, the relief valve must be allowed to dischargewater

in quantities should circumstances demand. If the dis-

chargepipeis not connected to a drain or other suitable

means, the water flow may causeproperty damage.

The DischargePipe:

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

restrictions.

Must not be pluggedor blocked. Must be ofmaterial listed for hot water distribution.

Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the dischargepipe.

• Mustterminate at an adequatedrain.

• 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 shownin the "Locating The New Water Heater" section. Never obstruct the flow of ventilation air. If youhaveany doubts or questionsat all, call your gascompany.Failure to providethe proper amount ofcombustionair can result in a fire or explosion and can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

_,WARNING

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

perature which will satisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing, 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 includethe elderly,children,the infirm, or physically/men-

tally handicapped.If anyone usinghot water in your home fits into one of these groupsor if there is a localcode or

state law requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap, then you must take specialprecautions.In addi- tion to usingthe lowestpossibletemperature settingthat

satisfiesyour hot water needs, a means such asa mixing valve,shouldbe usedat the hot water taps usedby these people or at the water heater. Mixing valvesare available at plumbing supplyor hardware stores. Follow manufac-

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

"Temperature Regulation"sectionin this manual.

_,WARNING

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

OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

_E,WARNING

This water heater must not be installed directly on car-

peting.Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyond the full

width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches

(76.2mm) in any direction, or ifthe appliance isinstalled in an alcoveor closet,the entire floor must be covered by

the panel. Failure to heed this warning may result in a

fire hazard.

_,WARNING

VENT DAMPERS - Any vent damper,whether it isoperat-

ed thermally or otherwise must be removed if its use inhibitsproperdraftingofthe water heater.

Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water heaters havingthermal efficiency in excessof 80% may

producea relatively low flue gastemperature. Suchtem- peraturesmay not be highenoughto properly open ther-

mally operatedvent dampers. Thiswould causespillageof

flue gasesand maycausecarbonmonoxidepoisoning. Vent dampersmust bear evidenceof certification ascom-

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 installationof any vent damper, consult

your local Sears Service Center or the gasutility for fur-

ther information.

AWARNING

• The appliance and its individualshutoffvalvemust bedis- connectedfrom the gassupplypipingsystemduring any pressuretesting of the gassystem at test pressuresin excessof I/2 poundper squareinch(3.5kPa).

• The appliance must be isolatedfrom the gassupplypip- ing systemby closingits individualmanual shutoff valve during any pressuretesting of the gassupplypipingsys-

tem at test pressuresequal or lessthan I/2 pound per squareinch(3.5kPa).

a, WARNING

BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER HEATERS]: Propane (L.P.)gas isheavier than air. Should

there be a leak in the system, the gaswill settle near the

ground. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under

mobile homes (even when ventilated), closetsand areas

belowgroundlevelwill serveas pocketsfor the accumula- tion of this gas. Before attempting to light or relight the water heater's pilot or turning on a nearby electrical light switch, be absolutely surethere isno accumulated gas in the are_ Searchfor odor ofgasbysniffingat groundlevel

in the vicinity of the appliance. If odor isdetected, follow stepsindicatedat "For Your Safety" on the cover pageof

this manualthen leavethe premises.

AWARNING

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

vapors.Spraycanpropellants,cleaningsolvents,refrigera- tor and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool

chemicals, calcium and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach, and processchemicals are typical compoundswhich are

potentiallycorrosive.

Obstructed or deteriorated vent systemsmay present serious healthriskor asphyxiation.

AWARNING a

Safety Precautions continued on page 4

Safety Precautions

•,WARNING I

The water heater with draft hood installedmustbe prop-I erly vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors. I

Never operate the water heater unlessit isvented to the I outdoors and has adequate air supplyto avoid risks of

improper operat on,expos on or asphyxat on.

AWARNING

Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater and com-

bustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear, 4" at the front,and6" fromtheventpipe.Clearancefromthe top ofthe jacketis 18".Referto the labelonthe water heateradjacentto

[the gascontrovaiveforai cearances.

I AWARNING I

Do not usethis appli_of it has been underI water. Immediately call a Sears Service Technician to I

inspectthe applianceand to replace the gascontrol or any I part ofthe burner systemwhichhas been under water. I

AWARNING

HYDROGEN GAS:Hydrogengascan be producedin a hot water system that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable and explosive.To prevent the possi-

bility of injuryunder these conditions,we recommend the hot water faucet he opened for several minutes at the

kitchen sink before any electrical appliances which are connected to the hot water system are used (such as a dishwasheror washing machine). If hydrogengasis pre- sent, there will probablybe an unusualsoundsimilarto air escaping through the pipe as the hot water faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open flame near the faucetat the time it isopen.

• ,CAUTION

WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the water heater must be accomplishedin such a manner

that iftbe tank or any connectionsshouldleak, the flow of water will not causedamage to the structure. When such

locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should

be installedunder the water heater. Drain pansare avail- able at your localSears store. Such a drain pan must be

not greater than 1I/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- quete 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 connec-

tion with thiswater heater.

AWARNING

INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater insulationjacketon a gaswater heater:

• DO NOT coverthe temperature-pressure relief vaive.

• DO NOT put insulationover any part of the top of the

gaswater heater.

• DO NOT put insulationover the gascontrol valveor gas control valve/burner cover,or any accessareas to the

burner.

• DO NOT let insulationaround the gaswater heater to get within 8 inches of the floor (air must get to the burner).

• DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and safetyrelated warninglabelsand mateHais affixedto the

water heater.

Failureto heedthis will result in the possibilityof a fire or

explosion.

Table of Contents

oc___oarervPrecautions ............................................................................................................................................2-4

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

Customer

Responsibilities .......................................................................................................................6

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

Materials and BasicTools Needed ...............................................................................................7

Materials Needed ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7

BasicTools ................................................................................................................................................................................ 7

Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................................8-17

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

Typical Installation ................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Facts to Consider About the Location ................................................................................................................................ 10-t 1

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

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

Water Piping ........................................................................................................................................................................... 12

Temperamre-Pressure Relief Valve........................................................................................................................................... 13

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

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

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

Installation Checklist .............................................................................................................................................................. 17

_-:-vveratm_Instructions ......................................................................................................................... 18-20

_ V

Fighting............................................................................................................................................................................. 18-19

Temperature Regulation.......................................................................................................................................................... 20

Service and Ad iustment ...................................................................................................................... 21-22

Tank (Sediment) Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................................... 21

Venting System Inspection ...................................................................................................................................................... 21

Burner Inspection .................................... :.............................................................................................................................. 21

Burner Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Draining ................................................................................................................................................................................. 22

Temperature-Pressure ReliefValve Operation .......................................................................................................................... 22

Housekeeping ......................................................................................................................................................................... 22

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

Troubleshooting Guide ..............:.........................................................................................................23-26

Start Up Conditions .......................................................................................................................................................... 23-24

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

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

Condensation ....................................................... :............................................................................................................... 24

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

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

Smelly Water ........................................................................................................................................................................ 24

"Air" in Hot Water Faucets................................................................................................................................................... 24

High Temperature Shut OffSystem ...................................................................................................................................... 25

Not Enough Hot Water ........................................................................................................................................................ 25

Water is too Hot ................................................................................................................................................................... 25

Leakage Checkpoints .............................................................................................................................................................. 26

Parts Order List...............................................................................................................................................30-3t

Customer Responsibilities

Thank You for purchasing a Sears water heater•

Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service. If you should decide that you want the new

water hearer professionally installed by Sears call the local Sears

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

Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual

A.G.A. - American Gas Association

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

AWARNING

This gas-fired water heater is design certified by the American Gas AssociationLaboratories under American

National Standardsfor Gas Water Heaters. The installa- tion must conform with this manual, Local Codes and

with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223. I.

This publication is available from your local governmen_ 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

properly. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

• This manual contains instructions for 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 are essential

to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety.

Since we cannot put everything on the first few pages, READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO

INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.

• The installation must conform with 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, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

• If after reading this manualyou 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 important in preventing death from possible carbon monoxide poisoning and fires. Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies

with the "Facts to Consider About the LocatioN' section in this manual.

• For California installation this water heater must be braced, anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an

earthquake. See instructions for correct installation proce- dures. Instructions may be obtained from your local dealer,

wholesaler, public utilities or California Office of the State

Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.

• Massachusetts Code requires this water heater to be installed in accor-

dance with Massachusetts248-CMR 2.00: State Plumbing Code and 248-CMR 5.00.

Product Specifications

RECOVERY

RATEGALS.

PERHOUR@

100*FRISE

68.3

MINIMUM

VENT

PIPE

4" 4"

GAS CONNECTION

MODELNUMBER

153.337000

153.337070

TANK

CAPACITY

IN GALLONS

100 73

TYPE

OF B.T.U.

GAS RATE

NATURAL 75,100 NATURAL 75,100

(A) (B) (¢1 (D) (E)

MODEL NUMBER DIAMETER HEIGHTTO LEG GASCONN. WATER

JACKETTOP HEIGHT HEIGHT CONN.

153.337000 28 68 4 17_ 14"

153.337070 24 58_ 2 15_ 8"

I_"N.P._

I" N.RT.

C_/_LDINLET

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 these materi- als, depending on your type of installation.

WATER HEATER STAND 24"x24"x18"

FOR USE WITH WATER HEATERS INSTALLED IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES HAVING A DIAMETER 24" OR LESS AND A RATED CAPACITY 75 GALLONS OR LESS

VENT ELBOW

EXPANSION TANKS

FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDI-

TIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLON AND 5

GALLON CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL

FLEXIBLE WATER HEATER GAS CON- NECTOR WITH FITTINGS

SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTERS

VENT PIPE

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

TER 18" OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS

HAVING A DIAMETER 26" OR LESS

Basic Tools

You may or may not need all of these tools, depending on ycour

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

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 GAS CONNECTIONS)

PIPE

WRENCH

TIN SNIPS

ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING

• Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

• Propane Torch

• Soft Solder

• Solder Flux

• EmeryCIoth

• Wire Brushes

HACKSAW

3/4" WIRE BRUSH

I/2" WIRE BRUSH

ROLL OF LEAD FREE

SOFT SOLDER

ROLL OF EMERY

CLOTH

SOLDER FLUX

PROPANE

TORCH

TUBING CUTTER

Installation Instructions

Removing the Old Water Heater

Q Turn gas supply to water

"OFF" the the heater.

AWARNING

If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas appliances is

used,also shut"OFF" the gasat eachappliance. Leaveall gasappliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installa-

tion iscomplete.

®C3

QTurn "OFF" the water to the water

heater. Some installations require that the water be turned off to the entire

house.

Q 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 copper piping 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.

QCheck again to make sure the gas supply

is "OFF" to the water heater. Then dis-

connect the gas supply connection from

the gas control valve.

Q Attach hose the 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 andspeed draining.

to water

AWARNING I

The water passingout of thedrain valve may be extremely hot. To avoid beingscalded,make sure all connectionsare I

I tight and that the water flow is directed away from any

person.

Q b. you galvanized pipe to water

If have the

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

line. Also 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 completely disconnected and ready to be

removed.

• ACAUTION

Mineralbuildupor sediment may haveaccumulatedin the

I oldwater heater. This causesthe .waterheater to be much

heavierthan normal and this residue,if spilledout, could causestaining.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Typical Installation

HOT WATER VACUUM RELIEF REQUIRED BY SOME CODES

SPACE HEATER

TEMPERED

WATER OUTLET

OUTLET (REFER TO LOCAL CODES)

TO CHIMNEY

OR GAS

VENT

MIXING VALVE

GAS

SUPPLY

SPACE HEATER

-- TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE

RELIEF VALVE

-- DISCHARGE PIPE

(Do not cap or plug)

-DRAIN VALVE

DRAIN PAN

This appliance has been design certified as complying with American National Standards for water heaters and is considered suitable for.

PTO SUITABLE DRAIN

Water (Potable) Heating:Allmodelsare_consideredsuitablefor water(potable)heating." Water(Potable)Heatingand SpaceHeating:Certain modelsare "consideredsuitablefor water(potable)heating and spaceheating." Referto the model

and ratingplateof the waterheater.

AWARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem- perature which wi!l satisfyclotheswashing,dish washing,

and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are more likelyto be permanently injured by hot water than others.These includethe elderly,children,the infirm, or physically/men-

This water heater shall not be connected to any heating systems or component(s) previously used

with a non-potable water heating appliance. If this water heater is also used for space heating applications, all piping and components connected to

the water heater shall be suitable for use with

potable water.

AWARNING

tally handicapped.If anyoneusinghot water in your home fits into one of these groupsor if there is a local code or state lawrequiringa certaintemperature water at the hot water tap, then youmust take specialprecautions.In addi-

tion to usingthe lowest possibletemperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing

ITo AWARNING .

xic chemicals such as used for treatment of boders

r non-potable water heating appliances sh.allnever be

ntroduced into a potable water spaceheating system.

valve, should be usedat the hot water tapsusedby these

people or at the water heater. Mixingvalvesare available at plumbing supplyor hardware stores. Follow manufac-

turers instructions for installation of the valves. Before

changingthe factory satdng on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation"sectioninthis manual.

NOTF_ To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and cold water fittings, it is strongly recommended that all-electric unions or couplings be installed on this water heater when con- nectod to copper pipe.

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 close as practical to

the gas vent or chimney to which the water heater vent is going to be connected, and as centralized with the water 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.

CAUTION

WATER HEATERSEVENTUALLY LEAK:Installationof the

water heatermustbe accomplishedin sucha mannerthat if

thet_nkor anyconnectionsshouldleak,the flowof waterwill not causedamageto the structure. When suchIocatloescan- not be avoided,a suitabledrainpanshouldbe installedunder

the water heater.Drain pansam availableat yourlocalSears store. Sucha drain panmust be not greater than 1½inches

deep,havea minimum lengthand widthof at least2 inches greaterthan the water heaterdimensionsand must be piped

to an adequatedrain.The panmustnot restrictcombustionair

flow. Under nocircumstancesisthe manufactureror Searsto

be heldliablefor any water damagein connectionwith this

waterheater.

AWARNING

INSTALLATIONSIN AREASWHERE FLAMMABLEUQUIDS

(VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED

GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC):

Flammableliquids(suchasgasoline,solvents,propane(LP) or

butane, etc.), all of which emit flammable vapors,may be

improperlystoredor usedin suchareas.The gaswater heater

pilotlightor mainbunier can ignitesuchvepor_The resulting

flashbackandErecanaiusedeathor seriousburnsto anyonein

the area,as well as propertydamage.

ffinstallationin such areas is your only option, then the installa-

tion must be accomplished in a way that the pilot flame and

main burnerflame am elevated from the floor at least 18inches.

While this mayreducethe chancesofflammablevaporsfrom a

floor spillbeingignited,gasolineandotherflammablesubstances

shouldneverbestoredor usedin the sameroomor areacon-

taininga gaswaterheateror otheropenflameor sparkproduc-

ingappliance.

NOTE: Flammablevaporsmaybe drawnby air currentsfrom

other ureas of the structure to the appiiance.

• The location selection must provide adequateclearances for ser- vicingandproper operationof the waterheater.

_,WARNING

This water heatermust not be installeddirectlyon carpe6ng. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel

beneaththe applianceextendingbeyondthe fullwidth and depthof the applianceby at I.east3 inches(76.2mm) in any

direction,or if the applianceis installed in an alcoveor closet,

the entirefloormustbecoveredbythepanel.Failureto heed thiswarningmayresultinafire hazard.

_,WARNING

Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater and com-

bustibleconstructionam I" at the sidesand rear,4" at the

front,and6"fromthe ventpipe.Clearancefromthe topof the

jacketis18"onmost modelsNote that alesserdimensionmay beallowed on some models.Referto the labelon the water

heateradjacentto the gascontrolvalveforall dearance_

AWARNING

A gaswaterheatercannotoperateproperlywithoutthe cur- tact amountofalr for combustion.Do not installina confined

areasucha doset,unlessyouprovideairasshowninthe "Facts to ConsiderAbout the Location"section.Neverobstructthe

flowofven61ationair Ifyouhaveanydoubtsorquestionsat all, callyourgascompany.Failureto providethe properamountof combustionair canresultina Ere or explosionand cancause DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUI_,ORPROPERTYDAMAGE.

_,WARNING

Ifthis water heaterwill be usedinbeautyshops,barbershops, cleaningestablishments,or self-servicelaundrieswith dry cleaningequipment,it isimperativethat the water heateror

waterheatersbeinstalledsothat combustionandventilation air be taken from outsidethese areas.Referto the "Facts to

ConsiderAboutthe Location"sectionofthis manualandalso thelatestedition of the NationalFuelGasCode,ANSI Z223.1,

alsoreferredto as NFPA54 for specificsprovidedconcerning air required.

AWARNING

Propellantsof anrosolspraysandvolatilecompounds,(dean- ers,chlorine basedchemicals,refrigerants,etc.) inadditionto being highlyflammableinmany cases,will alsochangeto cor-

rosivehydrochloricacidwhen exposedto the combustion productsofthe water h.ea...ter. The resultscanbe _zardou_

andalsocauseproductfailuro.

Figure I[

A closetis any4 sided enclosurewhich is lessthan 16" dmesthe total volumeof allthe gasfired applianceswithin the enclosure.

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