Kenmore 153.337613 User Manual

K^nmotG

Owners
Manual

FOR POTABLE WATER

HEATING ONLY

NOT SUITABLE FOR

SPACE HEATING

NOT FOR USE IN

MOBILE HOMES

Model No.

153.337113

153.337162
153,337213

153.337262

153.337362

153.337413

153.337462

153.337513

153.337562

153.337613

153.337662

153.337762

153.337862

153.337960

50 Gal.
50 Gal.
40 Gal.
40 Gal.
30 Gal.
40 Gal.
40 Gal.
50 Gal.
50 Gal.
65 Gal.
65 Gal.
50 Gal.
65 Gal.
40 Gal.

Short High Altitude
Short
Short High Aititude
Short

High Altitude

High Altitude

High Altitude

High Recovery
High Recovery
(LP.)

POWER MISERY»9

GAS WATER HEATER

• Safety Instructions • Care and Maintenance

• Installation • Troubleshooting

• Operation • Parts List

For Your Safety

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

HJ

Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions

Before First Use of

This Product.

Save this Manuai for Future Reference.

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

____________________

A WARNING

_____________________

READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE
COVER AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER.

Safety Precautions

▲WARNING

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manu-

ai for assistance or consult your local Sears Service
Center for further information.

▲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 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
use the correct gas can cause problems which can result in
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult
your gas supplier or local utility.

▲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 chances of

flammable vapors from a floor spill being ignited, gasoline

and other flammable substances should 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.

▲WARNING

If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber
shops, cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries
with dry cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the
water heater or water heaters be installed so that com

bustion and ventilation air be taken from outside these

areas. Refer to the "Facts to Consider About the

Location" section of this manual and also the latest edi

tion of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.I, also

referred to as NFPA 54 for specifics provided concerning

air required.

▲WARNING

A fire can start if combustible materials such as clothing,

cleaning materials, or flammable liquids are piaced i^nst
or next to the water heater.

▲WARNING

At the time of manufacture this water heater was provid
ed with a combination temperature-pressures relief valve
certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory
that maintains periodic inspection of produrtion of listed
equipment or materials, as meeting the requirements
for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for
Hot Water Supply Systems, and the latest edition of
ANSI Z2I.22 and the code requirements of ASME. If

replaced, the valve must meet the requirements of local
codes, but not less than a combination temperature and

pressure relief valve certified as meeting the require

ments for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff
Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 by
a nationally recognized testing iaboratory 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 (ISO 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 1000 x 3415 equal BTUAHr. rate.)
Your focal jurisdictional authority, while mandating the

use of a temperature-pressure relief valve complying

with ANSI Z2I.22 and ASME, may require a valve model

different from the one fomished with tiie 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
place of 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 pro

vide 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 can 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,
lb 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

chaise 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 plugged or 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

AWARNING

A gas water heater cannot operate properly without 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 "Facts to Consider About the Location” sec
tion. 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,

CPRimiS Rnmiv ikiii inv nn oonDcnrv r\AMA/:!c

AWARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem
perature which wiil satisfy ciothes washing, dish washing,
and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanentiy
injure you upon contact Some peopie are more likeiy to
be permanentiy injured by hot water than others. These

include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physically/men­taily 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 a certain temperature water at the hot
mter tap, tiien you must take special precautions. In addi
tion to using the lowest possible temperature setting that
satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing
valve, should be used at 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
turers instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changing the factory setting on tiie thermostat, read the
"lemperature 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 Allure
to correct the cause of the sooting can result in a fire or
explosion causing DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

AWARNING

This water heater must not be installed directly on car
peting. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood
panel beneath the applimce extending beyond the full
width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches
(76.2mm) in any direction, or if the appliance is installed
in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be covered by
the panel. Failure to heed this warning may result in a
fire hazard.

AWARNING

ed thermally or otherwise must be removed if its use
inhibits proper drafting of the water heater.
Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water
heaters having thermal efficiency in excess of 80% may
produce a relatively low flue gas temperature. Such tem
peratures may not be high enough to properly open ther
mally operated vent dampers. This would cause spill^e of
flue gases and may cause carbon 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
your loc^ Sears Service Center or the gas utility for fur
ther information.

—.«V TTtICUI«;i IV l> uperiltk-

AWARNING

* The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be dis

connect from the gas supply piping system during any
pressure testing of the gas system at test pressures in
excess of /i pound per square inch (3.5kPa).

• The appliance must be isolated from díte gas supply pip

ing system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve
during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping sys
tem at test pressures equal or less than 'A pound per
square inch (3.5kPa).

AWARNING

BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER
HEATERS]: Propane (LP.) gas is 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 pockets for 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 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. If 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. Spi^ can propellants, cleaning solvents, refHgera­tor 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 asphyxiation.

Safety Precautions continued on page 4.

Safety Precautions

AWARNING

The water heater with draft hood installed must be prop
erly 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 of
improper operation, explosion or asphjmiation.

AWARNING

Minimum clearances between the water heater and com
bustible construction are I” at the sides and rear, 4" at the
front, and 6" from the vent pipe. Clearance from the top
of the jactwt is 18" on most models. Note that a lesser
dimension may be allowed on some models. Refer to the

label on the water heater adjacent to the gas control valve

for all clearances.

AWARNING

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

water. Immediately call a Sears Service Technician to

in^Kct the appliance and to replace the gas control or any
part of the burner system which has been under water.

ACAUTION

WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of
the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner
that if the tank or any connections should leak, the flow
of water will not cause damage to the structure. For this

reason, it Is not advisable to install the water heater in an

attic or upper floor. When such locations cannot be

avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installed under
the water heater. Drain pans are available at your local
Sears store. Such a drain pan must be not greater than

11/2 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 adequate 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 connection with this water heater.

AWARNING

HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in 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 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 (such as a
dishwasher or washing machine). If hydrogen gas is pre
sent, 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 smoldng or open flame near

the faucet at the time it is open.

AWARNING

INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external

water heater insulation jacket on a gas water heater:

• DO NOT cover the temperature-pressure relief valve.

• DO NOT put insulation over any part of the top of the

gas water heater.

• DO NOT put insulation over the gas control valve or gas
control valve/bumer 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 possibility of a fire or

explosion.

Table of Contents

Safety Precautions...............................................................................

Table of Contents................................................................................. 3

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

Product Specifications

........................................................................

^

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

Materials Needed................................................................................................................................................................................................ ^

Basic Tools........................................................................................................................................................................................................... ^

Installation Instructions

Removing the Old Water Heater....................................................................................................................................................................... g

Facts to Consider About the Location............................................................................................................................................................... c,

Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances in Unconfined Spaces......................................................................... j q

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

Water Piping..................................................................................................................................................................................................... jj

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve.................................................................................................................................................................. j2

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

...........................................................................................................................................................ZZZZZ'Z'"

Gas Piping...................................................................................................................................................................................................!Zi4-15

Installation Checklist................................................................................................................. j g

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13-14

Operating Instructions.................................................................. 17.15

Lighting..................................................................................................................................................................................Z""Z"Z!Z^I!!”Zi7-18

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

Service and Adjustment................................................................................................................................................20-22

Tank (Sediment) Cleaning................................................................................................................................................................................ 2q

Venting System Inspection............................................................................................................................................................................ 2Q

Burner Inspection.............................................................................................................................................................................................. 2o

Burner Cleaning............................................................................................................................................................................................... 2q

L.R Gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly Replacement Information........................................................................................................ 21

Diainir^............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Tempetature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation................................................................................................................................................ 21

Drain Valve Washer Replacement................................................................................................................................................................... 22

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

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Troubleshooting Guide.......................................................................23-25

Start Up Conditions............................................................................................................................................................................................ 23

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

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

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

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

Operational Conditions...................................................................................................................................................................................... 24

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

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

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

Not Enough or No Hot Water......................................................................................................................................................................... 24

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

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

Parts Order List...................................................................................28-35

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 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.
Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Ivbumal

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

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

N.F.P.A. - National Fire Prevention Association

AWARNING

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

American National Standard/CSA Standard for Gas Water

Heaters ANS Z2I.I0.I • 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,
ANSIZ223.I.
This publication is available from your local government or
public library, gas company, or by writing NFPA,

Batterymarch PaHc, 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 eveiything 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 manual you have any questions or do not
understand any portion or the instructions, call the Scars
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.

Product Specifications

TANK

MODEL NUMBER

CAPACITY

IN GALLONS

153.337113

153.337162

153.337213 40

153.337262

153.337362 30 NATURAL 40,000 40.9

153.337413

153.337462 40 NATURAL 40,000 40.9

153-337513 50 NATURAL 40,000

153.337562

153.337613
153-337662

153.337762 50 NATURAL 52,500 53.7

153.337862

153.337960

50 NATURAL 40,000
50 NATURAL 40,000 40.9

40 NATURAL 40,000 40.9

40 NATURAL 40,000 40.9

50 NATURAL 40,000 40.9 3" or 4”
65
65

65

40

TYPE

OF

GAS

NATURAL 40,000

NATURAL 40,000 40.9 3" or 4"
NATURAL 40,000

NATURAL 50,000

PROPANE 40,000 40.9

B.T.U.

RATE

RECOVERY

RATE GALS.

PER HOUR

@90“FRISE

40.9

40.9

40.9 3" or 4"

40.9 3" or 4"

51.2

MINIMUM

VENT

PIPE

3" or 4"
3” or 4"
3" or 4"
3" or 4"
3" or 4"

3" or 4"
3" or 4" 18" 58/4"

4" 20"
4" 22"

3" or 4" 18"

DIMENSIONS IN INCHES

HEIGHT TO

DIAMETER

22"
22"

20"
20”

16"
18" 58/7’

20" 58"
20" 58"
22" 59/"
22"

JACKET TOP

49"
49”

47H"

47/2"

m"

59/2"

58/"

59/2"

58/"

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 HEAT
TRAPS HELP REDUCE

HEAT LOSS DUE TO

THERMAL SYPHONING

VENT ELBOW

WATER HEATER INSTAL
LATION KIT WITH FLEXI
BLE CONNECTORS FOR
3/4" OR 1/2" THREADED
OR COPPER PLUMBING

EXPANSION TANKS
FOR THERMAL
EXPANSION CONDI
TIONS AVAILABLE IN
2 GAU.ON AND 5
GALLON CAPACITY
THROUGH LOCAL
SEARS STORE OR
SERVICE CENTERS

c

VENT PIPE

FLEXIBLE WATER
HEATER GAS CON
NECTOR WITH

FITTINGS

mi

WATER HEATER STAND 24"x24"xl8"
FOR USE WITH WATER HEATERS

INSTALLED IN RESIDENTIAL
GARAGES HAVING A DIAMETER 24"
OR LESS AND A RATED CAPACITY 75
GALLONS OR LESS

jSi

DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 20"
DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS
HAVING A DIAMETER 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 your
type of installation. These tools can be purchased at your local
S^s store.

• Pipe Wrenches (2) 14"

• Screwdriver

• Tin Snips

• 6 Foot Tape of Folding Rule

• Garden Hose

• DnII

• Pipe dope or Teflon Tape

GARDEN HOSE

SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER

PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER

PIPE DOPE (SQUEEZE TUBE)

USE FOR WATER AND

i

iAS CONNECTIONS)

6 FOOT TAPE

ROLL OF TEFLON TAPE

(USE ONLY ON WATER
CONNECTIONS)

PIPE

WRENCH

TIN SNIPS

ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED
WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING

• Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

• Propane Torch

• Soft Solder

• Solder Flux

• Emery Cloth

• Wire Brushes

\

HACKSAW

A

3/4" WIRE BRUSH

in" WIRE BRUSH

PROPANE

TORCH

ROLL OF LEAD FREE

SOFT SOLDER

ROLL OF EMERY

CLOTH

SOLDER FLUX

TUBING
CUTTER

Installation Instructions

Removing the Old Water Heater

^^Turn “OFF” the gas supply to the water heater.

AWARNING

If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas appliances is
used, also shut “off’* the gas at each appliance. Leave all
gas appliances shut “off" until the water heater insolation
is complete.

^^Turn “OFF” the water to the water

'“^heater. Some installations require that

the watet be turned off to the entire
house.

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.

©

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.

{3)Cbeck again to make sure the ^ supply

'■ ^is “OFF to the water heater. Then dis

connect the gas supply connection from
the gas control valve.

(4) Attach a hose to the water heater drain

valve and put the other end in a floor
drain or outdoors. Open the water heater
drain valve. Open a nearby hot water
faucet which will relieve pressure in the
water heater and speed draining.

AWARNING

The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely
hot. To avoid being scalded, mate sure all connections are
tight and that the water flow is directed away from any
person.

b. If you have galvanized pipe to the water

heater, loosen the two galvanized pipes
with a pipe vnrench 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.

A CAUTION

Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the
old water heater. This causes the water heater to be much

heavier than normal and this residue, if spilled out, could
cause staining.

Installation Instructions (cont’d)

Facts to Consider About the Location

You should carefully choose an indoor location for the new
wat^ 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.

A CAUTION

WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the
water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if
the tank or any connections should ieak, the flow of water will
not cause damage to the structure. For this reason, it is not
advisable to install the water heater in an attic or upper floor.
When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan
should be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are
available at your local Sears store. Such a drain pan must be
not greater titan I '/i inches deep, have a minimum length and
width of at least 2 inches greater than the water heater dimen
sions and must be piped to an adequate drain. The pan must
not restrict combustion air flow. Under no circumstances is the
manufecturer or Sears to be held liable for any water damage
in connection with this water heater.

AWARNING

INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS VWERE FLAMMMLE UQUIDS
(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
improperiy 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 bums to anyone in
the area, as well as property dam^.

If installation in sudi areas is your only option, then the installa

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

main burner flame are elevated from the floor at least 18 inches.

While thb rnay reduce the chances of flammable vapors from a
floor spill being ignited, gasoline and other flammable substances

should never be stored or used in the same room or area con
taining a gas water heater or other (q>en flame or qiark produc

ing appliance.
NOTE Flammable vapors may be drawn by ar currents from

other areas of the structure to the appliance.

awarKiing

Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds, (clean
ers, chlorine based chemicals, refrigerants, etc.) in addition to
being highly flammable in many cases, will also change to cor
rosive hydrochloric acid when expoUd to the combustion
products of the water heater. The results can be hazardous,
and also cause product feilure.

The location selection must provide adequate clearances for ser
vicing and proper operation of the water heater.

AWARNING"^

This heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.
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 if the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet,
the entire floor must be covered by the panel Failure to heed
this warning may result in a fire hazard.

AWARNING

Minimum clearances between the water heater and com

bustible construction are I" at the sides and rear, 4" at the
front, wd 6" from the vent pipe, aearance from the top of the
jacket is 18" on most models. Note that a lesser dimension may
be allowed on some models. Refer to the label on the water
heater adjacent to the gas control valve for :dl clearances.

12* MAX,

pIEFl

VENTILATION

AIR

OPENINGS

Figure I

IIOPH"!

I^wnimbrri I

12" MAX.

TOP VIEW

WI°Hc5Ì?é8oR

I'MIN.

I

!■ MIN,

WITH OOOR

eECTANGULAel 3"

AIROUCT I MIN.

AIR DUCT

AWARNING

A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the cor
rect amount of air for combustion. Do not install in a confined
area such a closet, unless you provide air as shown in Figures

1-5. Never obstroct the flow of ventilation air. If you have any

doubts or questions at all, call your gas company, fêlure to pro
vide the proper amount of combustion air can result in a fire or
explosion and can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE

AWARNING

If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops,
cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry
cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the water heater or
wrater heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation

air be taken from outside these areas. Refer to the “Facts to

Consider About the Location" section of this manual and also

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

also referred to as NF№ 54 for specifics provided concerning

air required.

Installation Instructions (cont’d)

Combustion Air and Ventilation

for Appliances Located in

Unconfined Spaces

Unraiifiaed 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 installei
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 buildmgs of tight construction (for example,
weaker 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

^nfioed 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,

a. ALL AIR FROM INSIDE BUILDINGS:

(See I^e 9 Figure 1, and F^ure 2 below)
The confined space shall be provided with two permanent
openings communicating direedy 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,
^ch openii^ shall have a minimum free area of one square
inch per 1,000 BT^ per hour of the total input raring 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.

CMMN6Y OH (MS VENT

1. 'pCTien direaly communicating with the outdoors, each open
ing shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 4,000
BTU per hour of total input rating of all equipment in the

enclosure. (See Figure 3.)

2. When communicating with the outdoors through vertical
ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1
square inch per 4,000 BTU per hour of total input rating of
all equipment in the enclosure. (Sec Figure 4.)

Figure 4

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

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

a

Ol/aCTMACIUCT

~Flgur« 2

• ALL AIR FROM OUTDOORS: (see Figures 3-5)

The confined space shall be provided with two permanent
openings, one commencing within 12 inches of the top and
one commencing within 12 inches from the bottom of the
enclosure. The openings shall communicate directly, or by
ducts, wiA the outdoors or spaces (crawl or attic) that freely
communicate with the outdoors.

Figure 3

Figure 5

4. When ducts arc 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 rectangular air ducts
shall not be less than 3 inches. (See Figure 5.)

5. Louvers and Grilles: In calculatii^ free area, consideration
shall be given to the blocking effect of louvers, grilles or
screens protecting opening. Screens used shall not be smaller
than inch mesh. If the free area through a design of louver

or grille is known, it should be used in calculating the size
opening rec^ired 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 fee area and 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 Exhausting or
Fireplaces: Operation of exhaust fans, ventilation systems,
clothes dryets or fireplaces may create conditions requiring
special attention to avoid unsatisfretory operation of installed
gas utilization equipment. '

10

NTT AM DUCT

Installation Instructions (cont’d)

Water Piping

_____________

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Witer heat«? are intended to
pn^uce hot water. >№ter heated to a temperature which will
satisfy dothes vrashingi dish washing, and other sanitizing needs
can scald and permanently injure you upon contact Some peo>
pie are more lilcdy to be permanently Injured by hot water than

others. These include die elderl]^ children, the infirm, or pfiyskal-

lyimentally handicapped. If anyme using hot water in your home

fits one of these groups or if there is a local code or state law

requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water rap, then
you must take special precautions. In addition to using the lowest
possible tempei^re setting that satisfies your hot water needs,
a means such as a mbung valve, should be used at the hot vrater
taps used by these people or at the water heater. Mixing vdves
are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow man­uAuturers Instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
‘Temperature Regulation’* section in this 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.

A WARNING

___________

__

^ok at the tim cover of the water heater. The cold water
inlet is marked cold. Put two or three turns of teflon tape
around the threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling
and around both ends of the Y*" threaded nipple. Using flexi
ble connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the cold water
inlet of the water heater.

NOTE: This water heater is super insulated to minimiT..
heat loss from Ac tank. Further reduction in heat loss
can be accomplished by insulating Ae hot water lines

from Ae water heater.

INSTALLATION COMPLETED USING

SEARS INSTALLATION KIT

FLEXIBLE

WATER

CONNECTORS

SHUTOFF

VALVE

NOTE: To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and
cold water fittings, it is strongly recommended that di-elec
tric unions or couplings he installed on this water heater

when connected to copper pipe.

The illustration shows the attachment of the water piping to the
water heater. The water heater is equipped with Yi inch water
connections.

NOTE: If using copper tuhing, solder tubing to an adapter
l^ore attaching the adapter to the cold water inlet connec
tion. Do not solder the cold water supply line direcdy 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-swcat coupling and around
both ends of the Y* threaded nipple. Using flexible connec
tors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet on

the water heater.

II

Installation Instructions (cont*d)

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

AWARNING

At the time of manufacture this vnter heater was provided
with a combination temperatune^ressures relief valve certified

b/ a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains
periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or mate
rials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and
Automatic Gas Shutoff De^es for Hot Water Supply Systems,
and the latest edition of ANSI Z2I.22 and the code require

ments of ASME. If replaced, the valve must meet the require
ments of local codes, but not less than a combination tempera
ture and pressure relief valve certified as meeting the require
ments for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for
Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z2I.22 by a nationally recog
nized testing laboratory 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 (ISO IbsJsq. 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
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 frtmi the one
fiirnished the water heater.

Compliance vrith such local requirements must be satisfied by
the installer or end user of the water heater with a locally pre
scribed temperature-pressure relief valve installed in the deslg
nated opening in the water heater in place of the factory fur
nished ràlve.

For safe curation of the water heater, the relief valve must not

be removed from itis desifpiated opening or plugged.
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be installed directly

into the fitting of the water heater designated for the reftef valve.
Position the valve downvwud and provide tubing so that any dis­chai^ will exit only witiiin 6 inches above, or at any distance
below the structiiral 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 tiian four elbows can 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 fi" air gap is provided. To prevent bodily injury, haz
ard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must be allowed
to discharge water in quantities should circumstances demand. If
the discharge 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 plugged or 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 »id tank.

AWARNING

The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually
operated at least once a year. Caution should be taken to
ensure that (I) no one Is in front of or around the outlet of

the temperature-pressure rriief valve dlsdiaige line, and (2)

the water manually discharged will not cause any bodily

injury or property damage because the water may be
extremely hot

If after manually operating the valve, it foils to completely
reset and continues to release water, immediately dose the
cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining
insteuctions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief

valve with a new one.

COLD

TEMPERATURE-

PRESSURE

RELIEF VALVE

DISCHARGE PIPE
{Do not cap or plug)

6" AIR GAP

RELIEF VALVE OPENING

At the time of manufectu«, this water heater was provided with a lombinatior tem­perature.prej$ure relief valve listed as compl)dn2 with the standard for relief valves and
automatic gas shut-off devices for hot water supply systems, ANSI 221.12. for safe
operation of the water heater, the relief valve must not be removed from its designated
point Of fostailacion or plugged.
Your loc^ [urisdictional 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 furnished with the water heater.
Compiiarce with such local requirements must be satisfied by the installer or end user

of the water heater with a locally prescribed temperature^iressure relief valve installed
in the designated opening in the water heater.
See manual heading -‘Temperature-Pressure Relief Valves" for installation and mainte
nance of relief valve, discharge line, and ocher safety precautions.

12

Installation Instructions (cont*d)

Filling the Water Heater

A CAUTION

Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled wnth
water. 1b prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be filled
with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet

before turning "ON" gas to the water heater.

To fill the water heater with water:

• Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to
the right (clockwise). 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
when the water heater is in nse.

• 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 ail new water piping for leaks. Repair as needed.

Venting

AWARNING

VENT DAMPERS - Any vent damper, whether it is operated
thermally or otherwise must be remov^ if its use inhibits prop
er drafting of the water heater.
Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water heaters

having thermal efficienqr in excess of 80% may produce a rela

tively low flue gas temperature. Such temperatures may not be

high enough to properly open thermally operated vent
dampers. Ibis would cause splll^ of flue ga^ and may cause
carbon monoxide poisoning.
Vent dampers must bear ^dence of certification as complying
with the latest edition of American National Standard ANSI
Z2I.68 (ANSI Z2I.66 & 67, respectively, cover electrically and

mechanically actuated vent dampers). Before installation of any

vent damper, consult your loc^ Sears Service Center or the gas

utility for further information.

AWARNING

To insure proper venting of this gasdired water heater, the
correct vent pipe diameter must ^ utiHxed. Any additions or
ddetions of ot^ gas appliances on a common vent witii this
water heater may adversely affect the operation of the water

heater. Consult tiie local Sears Service Center or gas utility if
any such changes are planned.

For proper venting in certain installations, a larger diameter vent

pipe may be necessary. Due to great variances in installations,

unforeseeable by the manufaaurer of the water heater, той must
consult your gas company to aid you in determining the proper
venting for your water heater from the vent tables in the latest edi

tion of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, also referred to

as NFPA 54.

Check the venting system for signs of obstruction or deterioration

and replace if needed. .

The combustion and ventilation air ftow must not be obstructed.

AWARNING

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

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 a sheet metal screw.

DRAFT HOOD

DRAFT Н<ЮО N

t

r

VENT.
SCRE'

---

i ,-CHIMNEY

1 ♦

I , Dnni

к- I n i J^

VENT TO OUTDOORS OR

DRAFT HOOD

AWARNING

The water heater with draft hood installed must be properiy
vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors. Never oper^
ate the water heater unless it is vented to the outdoors wid has
adequate air supply to avoid risks of iniproper operation, explo
sion or asphyxiation.

AWARNING

The vent pipe from the vrater heater must be no less than the
diameter of the draft hood outlet on the water heater, and
must slope upward to the chimney at least % inch per linear
foot

13

Installation Instructions (cont’d)

Venting (cont’d)

All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the
structure (dwelling). Instalf only 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.

TO

CHIMNEY

MIN. /. INCH

RISE PER LINEAR

FOOT

VENT PIPE INSTALLATION

There must be a minimum of 6" clearance between single wall
vent pipe and any combustible material. Fill and seal any clear
ance Dctween single wall vent pipe and combustible material
with mortar mix, cement, or other noncombustible substance.
For other than single wall, follow vent pipe manufacturers clear
ance specifications. To insure a tight fit of the vent pipe in a
brick chimney, seal around the vent pipe with mortar mix
cement.

▲WARNING

Failure to have required clearances between vent piping and
combustible material will re^lt in a fire hazard.

▲WARNING

Be sure vent pipe is properly connected to prévoit escape of
dangerous flue gases which could cause deadly asphyxiation.

Gas Piping

▲WARNING

Make sure tiie gas supplied is the same type listed on the
model rating pi^. The inlet gas pressure must not exceed

10.5 in, water column (2.6kPa) for natural gas or 13 in. water

column (3,2kPa) for propane (LP.) gas. The mmimum inlet
gas pressure iisbed on the model rating plate is for (he pur
pose of input adjustm«it

▲WARNING

If the gas control valve is subjected to pressures exceeding
pound per square inch (3,5k^), the damage to the gas con
trol valve could result in a fire or explosion frwn leaking gas.

▲WARNING

If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas api^iances is used,

also turn “off” the gas at each appliance. Lem all gas appli

ances shut off until ¿e water heater installation is complete.

A gas line 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 NFPA 54 and the gas company con
cerning pipe size.

There must be:

• A readily accessible manual shut off valve In the gas supply line
serving the \rater heater, and

• A drip lee (sediment trap) ahead of the gas control valve to help
prevent tfirt and foreign materiak from entering the gas control
valve,

• A flexible gas connector or a ground joint union between the
shutoff valve and control valve to permit servidi^ of the unit.

▲WARNING

Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may

occur if air Ibr combustion contains certain chemical vapors.

Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air

conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium
and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach, and process chemicals are
tyi^cal compounds v^ich are potentially corrosive.

Be sure to check all the gas piping for leaks before lifting the
water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open
flame. Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.

Standard Modeb are for installation up to 3,300 feet above sea

level.

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

feet above sea level.
If a 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 sea level.
Contact your local Sears Service Center or gas utility for further

information.

▲WARNING

The appliance and its gas connection must be leak tested
before facing the appliance in operation.

14

Installation Instructions (cont*d)

AWARNING

• The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be discon

nected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure
testing of the gas system at test pressures in excess of '/i
poitftd per square imh (3.5kPa).

• The ap^iance must be isolated from the gas supply piping sys

tem 1^ dosing its individual manual shu^ vdrc during any

pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pres
sures equal or 1^ than 9j pound per square inch (3.5ld*a).

AWARNING

Use pipe joint compound or teflon tape marked as being
resistent to the action of peteoleum |Tro(nne (LR)] gases.

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.

GAS PIPING WITH

FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR

GAS

CONTROL

VALVE

GAS PIPING WITH ALL BLACK IRON

PIPE TO GAS CONTROL

GAS

CONTROL

VALVE

AWARNING

Conteminants in the gas lines may cause improper operation
of the gas control valve that may result in fire or explosion.
Before attaching the gas line be sure teat all gas pipe is dean
on the inside. 1b trap any dirt or foreim nratberial in the gas
supply line, a drip leg (sometimes caiied a sediment trap)
must be incorporated in the piping. The drip leg must be
readily accesdble. Install in accordance with the “Gas Piping”
section. Refer to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFRA 54.

15

Installation Instructions (contad)

Installation Checklist

BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT;

• Check the gas lines for leaks.
a. Use a soapy water solution. DO NOT test for gas leab

using a match or open flame.

b. Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes, joints and
c. Check for bubbling soap. This means you have a leak.

Turn “OFF” gas and make the necessary repairs.

d. Rcchcck for leaks,
e. Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.

• Is the new temperature-pressure relief valve properly installed
and piped to an adequate drain? See "Temperature-Pressure

Relief Valve” section.

• Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water
heater correctly? See “Water Piping” instructions in the
“Installation Instructions” section,

VENT PIPE TO UNION

OUTDOORS

OR CHI MNEY UTOFF VALVE

• Is the water heater completely filled with water? See “Filling”
instructions in the “Installation Instructions” section,

• Will a water leak damage anything? Sec the “Facts to

Consider About the Location” section.

• Is there proper clearance between the water heater and any
thing that might catch fire? See the “Facts to Consider About

the Location” section.

• Do you have adequate ventilation so that the water heater

will operate properly? See “Combustion Air and Ventilation”
in the “Faas to Consider About the Location” section.

• Is the draft hood vent piping properly secured? See “Venting”
instructions in the “Installation Instructions” section.

• Is there proper clearance between the vent pipe and anything
that tnight catch on fire? See “Venting” instructions in the

Installation Instructions” section.

• Is the vent pipejiroperly sloped 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

and its hookup?

TEE -

DRIP LEG

(Sediment

trap)

DRAIN VALVE

GAS SUPPLY

PIPE CAP

"wremme «opwEiwTBiHÉMer

ifc| ^TEMPERATURE-

" PRESSURE

RELIEF VALVE

DISCHARGE PIPE

(Do not cap or plug)

16

160

t»R£T WH, PRET PnmuWE Mnwimin

MODEL RATING PLATE

U.&.OM.

ANS Z21.10

GAS PHESSUflE IN W.C.

WATER »«ATEB

Operating Instructions

Lighting

AWARNING

BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER
HEATERS]: Propane (LR) gas is 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 bekw ground level will
serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas. Before
attempting to light or relight the water heater^ pilot or turning
on a nearby electrical light switch, be absolutely sure there is no
acojmuiated gas in the area. Search for odor of gas by snifRng at
ground level In the vicinity of the iqipliance. If odor is detected,
follow steps indicated at "For Ybur Safety” on the cover page of
this manual then leave the premises.

Lighting and operating instructions are located on front of the

water heater, above or to one side of the gas control valve.

AWARNING

AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED

BY THIS WATER HEATER.

FOR YOUR SAFETY
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.

• Immediatdy call your gas supplier from a neighbor^ phone.

Follow the ¿IS suppliei^ instructions.

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire depart
ment

Figure 6

Figure 7

AWARNING

DO NOT force the gas control knob. Use only your hand to
push it down to light the pilot, or to turn it to "ON”, "OFF”
or “PILOT”. Never use a tool such as a lever, wrench or pli
ers. Do not hit or danru^ the knob. A dams^ed knob may
result in an explosion and serious injury. If you have problem
turning the kncfo, call the gas supplier immediately.

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 ras fittings after pilot is lit and gas con
trol knob is still in “PILOT" position. Then, check the fittings
when the main burner is turned “ON”, Use a soapy water solu
tion for this, too.

Figure 8

INNER DOOR

Figure 9

17

Operating Instructions (cont’d)

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

FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING

If you do not follow these instructions exactiy, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

A. This appliance has a pilot which must be lighted by

hand. When lighting the pilot, follow these instructions
exactiy.

B. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all around the appliance area

for gas. Be sure to smell next to the floor because
some gas is heavier than air and will settle on the floor.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance.

• Do not touch any electric switch; do not use any
phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor’s
phone. Follow the gas supplier’s Instructions.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

1. STOP! Read the safety information above on this label.

2. Remove outer door.

3. Set the thermostat to lowest settii^by turning the
water temperature dial clockwise, to its lowest

temperature setting (with arrow on dial) as shown. DO

NOT FORCE.

4. Turn gas control knob clockwise to “OFF” posi
tion. Knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to “OFF”

unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT FORCE.

jre 6, page 17)

Rve (S) minutes to dear out any gas. If you then

a

smell gas, STOP! Follow “B” in the safety information
above on this label. If you don't smell gas, go to the

next step.

6. Remove (or open) inner door located below the gas
control unit.

7. Find pilot-follow metal tube from gas control. The pilot
is located in front of the burner.

WARNING “

PILOT BURNER

8. If you don’t smell gas, turn knob on gas control counter
dockwise^^to “PILOT” position. (Figure 7, page 17)

^ j THERMOCOUPLE

• If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire
department.

C. Use only your hand to push in or turn the gas control

knob. Never use tools. If the knob will not push in or
turn by hand, don't try to repair it, call a qualified ser
vice technician. Force or attempted repair may result

in a fire or explosion.

D. Do not use this appliance if any part has been under

water. Immediately call a qualified service technician
to inspect the appliance and to replace any part of the
control system and any gas control which has been

under water.

9. Push in control knob all the way and hold down
Immediately light №e pilot with a match. Continue to
hold control knob In for about one (1) minute after

the pitot is lit. Release knob and it will pop back up.

Pilot should remain lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 3

through 8. K

* If knob does not pop up when released, stop and

immediately call your service technician or gas
supplier.

• If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries,
depress and turn the gas control knob clockwise

) to “OFF” and call your service technician

or gas supplier. (Figure 6, page 17)

10. Replace (or close) inner door. Replace outer door if
door does not cover gas control on/off knob or tem
perature adjustment knob. (Figure 9, page 17)

11. At arms length away, turn gas contj^ teiob counter

clockwise to the full “ON” position. Warning
do not use gas control knob to regulate gas
flow. (Figure 8, page 17)

12. At arms length away, set the thermostat to desired
seltinq. The mark ( A ) indicative of approximate
120°F is preferred starting point. Some local laws
may require a lower starting point. If hotter water is

desired, see instruction manual and “warning” below.

13. Replace the outer door if not replaced in step 10.

WARNING

Hotter water Increases the risk of scald injury. Before changing temperature setting see instruction manual.

TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE

1. Set the thermostat to lowest setting by turning the
water temperature dial clockwise (/^) to its lowest

temperature setting (with arrow on dial) as shown. DO

NOT FORCE.

2. Turn gas control knob clockwise
position. Knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to

"OFF” unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT

FORCE.

3. Replace outer door (if removed).

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i to “OFF”

Operating Instructions (cont’d)

Temperature Regulation

Due to the nature of the t^ical gas water heater, the watct tem
perature in certain situations may vary up to 30“F higher or
lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.

This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at
the mark approximating 120” F, the actual water temperature at
any hot water tap could be as high as 150“F or as low as 90”F.

^y water heaters intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water

is needed for cleaning (bodies, dishes, clothing). Hot water will
present a scald hazard. Depending on the time clement, and the
people involved (normal adults, children, toddlers, elderly,
infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.

AWARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to
produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs
can scald and permanently injure you upon contact Some peo
ple are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than
others. These include the elderly, children, tee infirm, or pi^ical­ly/mentally handicapped. If anyone using hot water in ymir home

fits into one of these groups or if there is a local code or state law

requiring a certain tenq>№teire water at the hot water tap, then
you must take special precautions. In addition to using the lowest
possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs,
a means such as a mbdng valve, should be used at the hot water
taps us^ by these people or at the water heater. Mixing valves
are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow man
ufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
'Temperature Regulation” section in this manual.

Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ^) to decrease
the temperature, or counterclockwise (y""^^) to increase the

temperature.

PILOT UGHTING-

Set here before attempting to light pilot.

k—Is a thermostat setting of approximately

120“F, which will supply hot water at the
most economical temperatures. The
temperature adjustment knob can be
turned lower than 120°F if desired.

A—Is a thermostat setting of approximately

I30”F.

B—Is^a thermostat setting of approximately

AWARNING

Ne^ allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw

their own bath vrater. Never leave a child or handicapped per

son unattended in a bathtub or shower.

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) indicative of approximately 120”F is the preferred starting
point. Some states have a requirement for a lower setting. If you
need hotter water, follow directions for temperature adjustment,
but beware of the warnings in this section.

C—Is a thermostat setting of approximately

150”F. rr /

VERY HOT-Is a thermostat setting of 160“F. It is

recommended that the dial be set lower
whenever possible.

NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°—140°F recom
mended by most dÌ№washer manufiicturets.

AWARNING

Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off,
turn “OFF” the manual gas control valve to the appliance.

19’

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 cause premature
tank failure. In some water areas, you may not be able to drain
all sediment deposits by simply draining the tank. In these cases
Mag Erad (part no. 23600) can be used to help remove the sedi
ment deposits. This may be ordered from the Sears Service
Center. For ordering, refer to the “Repair Parts” section.

Venting System Inspection

At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the
venting system. You should look for:

• Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The com
bustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed.

• Damage or deterioration which could cause improper vent
ing or leakage of combustion products.

• Rusted flakes around top of water heater.

AWARNING

Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may.
occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors.
Spray can propeliants, cieaning solvents, refrigerator and air
conditioner refrigerants, swimming pooi chemicals, calcium
and sodium chioride, 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 asphynation.

Burner Inspection

AWARNING _____________________

Qo not use this appliance if any part of it has been underwater.
Imrnediately call a Sears Service Technician to inspect the

appliance and to replace the gas control or any part of the
burner system which has been under water.

At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the
main burner and pilot burner. The drawing is for your reference.

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

AWARNING

Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires correction

before fiirti^ use. Turn “OFF” gas to water heater and leave
“OFF” until repairs are made, because foilure to correct the

cause of the sooting can result in a fire or explosion causing

DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE

AWARNING

Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent
escape of dangerous flue gasses which could cause deadly

asph^ation.

AWARNING

If after inspection of the vent system you found sooting or
deterioration, something is wrong. Call the local gas utility to
correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting
before resuming operation of the water heater.

Burner Cleaning

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

If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required, turn
the gas control knob clockwise to the “OFF” position,
depressing slightly.

NOTEi The knob cannot be turned from “PILOT” to “OFF”
unless knob is depressed sl^tly, DO NOT FORCE.

Loose deposits on or around the burner can be removed by care
fully using the hose of a vacuum cleaner inserted through the
access door of the water heater. If the burner needs to be removed
for addirional cleaning, call the Sears Service Center to remove
and clean the burner and correct the problem that required the

burner to be cleaned.

20

Service and Adjustment (cont’d)

L.R Gas Control Valve & Burner

Assembly Replacement

Information

AWARNING

PROPANE (LR) GAS CONTROL VALVE AND BURNER
ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT INFORMATION.

For Propane (LR) Gas Models Only;

Your heater is equipped with a Propane (LR) gas ohi-
troljralve and a main burner assembly with left hand threads
for the following fittings and thdr connections.

• The connection between the manifold and the gas

control valve (A to B) are left hand threads.

• The connection between the main burner orifice

and the manifold (C to D) are left hand threads.

For ordering these replacement parts, please refer to
the “Repair Parts” section of this manual.

Temperature-Pressure Relief
Valve Operation

The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated
at least once a year. ^

TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE

RELIEF VALVE

DISCHARGE PIPE

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

Draining

The ^ter heater should be drained if being shut down during

frMzing temperatures. Also periodic draining and cleaning of

sediment from the tank may be necessary.

• Turn the gas control knob to the “OFF” position.

• CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater.

• * nearby hot water iaucet and leave open to allow for
draining.

• Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to an ade

quate drain.

• OPEN the water heater drain valve to allow for tank

draining.

drained for an extended period^ the drain valve should be
left open with hose connected allowing water to terminate

to an adequate drain.

• Close the drain valve.

• Follow instructions in the “Filling Jhc Water Heater”
sfection. '

• Follow the lighting instructions in the “Lighting” section to
restart the water heater.

Heater is goii^ to be shut down and

AWARNING

If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance
weeps or discharges periodically, this may be due to thermal
expansion. Your water heater may have a check valve
in^led in the water line or a water meter with a check
t«ive. Consult the Sears Service Center for further Informa
tion. Do not pli4g the temperature-pressure relief valve.

AWARNING

When checking the temperature-pressure relief valve opera
tion, make sure that (!) no one is in front of or around the
ou^ of the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line,
and (z) that the water maiiually discharged will not cause any
[wuperty damage because the water may be extremdy hot

If after manually operating the valve, it foils to completely
reset and continues to release water, immediately close the
cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining
instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief

valve with a new one.

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Service and Adjustment (cont*d)

Drain Valve Washer Replacement

NO№ For replacement, use a ‘%i’’ x %" x %" thick washer
available at your neatest hardwatc store. For ordering replace^
ment washers, refer to the “I^rts Onler lisf secdom

• Turn “OFF” supply to water heater.

• Follow “Draining” instructions.

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

• Remove the washer and put the new one in pla^-e

• Screw the handle and cap assembly back into the drain valve
and rctighten using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

• Follow instructions in the “Filling The Water Heater”
section.

• Check for leaks.

• Follow the lighting instructions in the “Lighting ” section to
restart the water heater.

HANDLE

AND CAP

ASSEMBLY

WASHER

Housekeeping

Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a
regular basis.

awarning

INSTALLED IN SUITABLE AREA: To insure suffi

dent ventilation and combustion air supply, proper
clearances from the water heater must be main
tained. See “Facts to Consider About the Location"
section. Combustible materials such as ciothine.
cleaning materials, or flammable liquids, etc. must
not be placed against or adjacent to the water

heater which can cause a fire.

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
(1-800-469-4663).

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Troubleshooting Guide

Start Up Conditions

THERMAL EXPANSION

Water suMiy systems may, because of such events as high line
pr^ure, frequent cut-offs, the effects of water hammer among
others, have installed devices such as pressure reducing valves,
check valve^ back flow preventers, etc...to control these types of
problems, men these devices are not equipped with an internal

by-pass, and no other measures are taken, the devices cause the
water system to be closed. As water is heated, it expands (ther
mal eimansion) and closed systems do not allow for the expan

sion or heated water.
^e 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

vidye wiU relieve the excess pressure. The temperature-pressure

rehef valve w not mtended for the constant relief of thermal
cxpauion. This IS an unacceptable condition and must be cor

rected.

It IS recommended that any devices installed which could create a
dosed sj^tem have a by-pass and/or the system have an expan
won tank to relieve the pressure built by thermal expansion.

I hcrmal expansion tanks arc available from Sears stores and
through the Sears Service Centers. Contact the local plumbing
inspector, water supplier and/or the Sears Service Center for

assistance in controlling these situations.

Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications

HOT

WATER HEATER
COLD WATER
INLET FITTING

COLD WATER HEATER

COLD WATER
INLET FITTING

(I)

EXPANSION

TANK

PRESSURE GAUGE

RECOMMENDED INSTALLAHON

(VERTICAL MOUNTING)

VALVE WITH

P)

FLOOR, CEILING

JOIST ETC.

P)

PRESSURE
REDUCING

BVn\$S

I

INLET collo

WATER

SHUTOFF

Model

Number

153.331020

153.331050

Tank Capacity

In Gallons

2
5

Dimensions in Inches

Diameter

8 inches

11 inches

Length

12?^ inches
14% inches

Pipe Fitting

On Tank

Male

%" Male

Expansion Tank Sizing Chart

Inlet*

Water

Expansion

Tank

Capacity

Needed

- „„Cl waicr pressure in a nour period or

regulated water pressure.

NOTE: Expansion tanks are pre-charged with a 40 psi air
charge. II 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.

Pressure
40psi
50psi
60psi
70psi
80psi

Water Heater Capacity (Gallons)

30

2
2
2
2
2

r 2

40

50
2
2

2

5

2
2
5

r 5

5

66

82
5
5
5

5

5

5
5
5
5
5

STRANGE SOUNDS

Possible noises due to expansion and contraction of some metal
parts during periods of heat-up and cool-down do not represent

harmrul or dangerous conditions.
Condensation causes sizzling and popping with the burner area

during heating and cooling periods and should be considered
normal. See Condensation section, '

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.V

Troubleshooting Guide (cont*d)

Start Up Conditions (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 leaking when in fact the water is
condensation. This usually happens vmen:

• 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 may fall
onto the burnet or other hot surfeces to produce a “sizzling” or

“frying” noise.

Excessive condensation can cause pilot 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 diagnosed as a “tank leak”. After the water in the
tank warms up (about 1-2 hours), the condition should

disappear.

Do not ^sume 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 sized properly 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.

SMOKE/ODOR

It is not uncommon to experience a small amount 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

SMELLY WATER

In each glasslined water heater there is installed 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 faaors which must all be present for the odor

to develop:

a. a concencration 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

j the anode(s) with one of less active 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,

If the smelly water persists after the anode replacement and chlo
rination treatment, we can only suggest that continuous chlori
nation and filtering conditioning equipment be considered to

eliminate the water problem.

Good venting is essential for a gas fired water heater to operate

properly as well as to carry away products of combustion and

■ water vapor.

awarning

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Wrter heaters are intended to
pn^uce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy dotiies washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs
can scald and permanently injure you upon contact Some peo
ple are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than
others. These indude the elderly, children, the infirm, or physical­ly/fn«itally handicapped, if anyone using hot water in your home
(its into one of these ^nnips or if there is a local code or law
requiring a certain ^pwature water at the hot water tap, then
you must take spedai precautions. In addition to using the lowest
possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs,
a means such as a mixing valve, should be used at the hot water
taps us^ by these people or at the vrater heater. Mixing valves
are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow man
ufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the

Temperature Regulation” section in this manual.

Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected. By
doing so, all warranty on the water heater tank ¡$ voided.

‘AIR" IN HOT WATER FAUCETS

awarning

HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot
water system that has not been used for a long period of time
(generally two vreeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely
flammable and e^losive. To prevent the possibility of injury
under these conditions, we recommend the hot water hujcet
be opmed for several minutes at the kitdten sink before any
electrical appliances which are connected to the hot water sys
tem are used (such as a dishwasher or washing machine). If
hydrogen gas Is present, there will probity be an unusual
sound »milar to air escaping through the pipe as the hot water
foucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open flame
near the faucet at the time it is open.

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Troubleshooting Guide (cont’d)

HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM

This ^tcr heater is equipped with an automatic gas shut ofFsys­j^vc. 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 off activates, the gas con
trol valve must be replaced. If this were to occur, nirn “OFF” the

OTtire gas supply to the water heater. Contact the Sears Service
Center.

temperature shut oflF is built into the gas control

awarning

turn OFF the manual gas control valve to the appliance.

““ppiy to shut off,

NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER

• Check the manual gas shut off valve to be sure it is open.

• Check the pilot flame. It may have gone out. Ail models have
Ш opening behind the outer door for viewing the pilot.

• If the pilot IS not lit, follow the “Lighting” instructions in this
manual or lorated above the gas control valve on the water

heater to relight the pilot. If the water was extremely 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
Rivâtes, Ле gas control valve must be replaced. Contact the

bears Service Center.

• îîî^ control knob must be turned to the “ON” position

• The temperature adjustment dial may be set too low. See the
Temperature Regulation" section.

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

An underbred water heater will not heat water as quickly.

• 1лок for leaking or open hot water foucets. Make sure all are

closed.

• The cold water inlet temperature may be colder during the
wnter mondis. It wiU take longer to heat the water and seem

like less hot water.

• If you cannot find what is wrong, call the Sears Service
Center.

AWARNING

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

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

Shoi% 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
closer to the top of the tank.

Changes in hot water usage patterns or raising the tem
perature differential between the cut-on of the thermo-

stot and ^e cold vrater temperature wilt usually eliminate

WATER IS TOO HOT

• The temperature adjustment dial may be set too high. See the
lemperature Adjustment” section.

NOIT: A penod of time is necessary after an adjustment
has been made for the vratet temperature to reach the new

temperature setting,

• If lower temperamre settings will not lower the water tempera
ture, call the Sears Service Center.

25

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 correctctL

If you are not thoroughly ftuniliar with your local gas codes your
water heater, and safety practices, contact the .Sears .Servire
Center to check the water neater.

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

‘OFF”, and never turn the gas “ON” before the tank is

completely full of water.

Never use this water heater unless it is compietely filled

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

must be filled with water. Water must flow from the hot

water faucet before turning “ON” gas to the water
heater.

Water at the draft hood is water vapor which has
œndensed out of the combustion products. This is caused
by a problem in tbe vent. Contact the Scars Service Center

*Condensaiion may be seen on pipes in humid weather or

pipe connections may be leaking.

®

*The primary anode rod fitting may be leaking.

ACAUTION

ACAUTION

Small amounts of water from temperature-pressure relief
valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water
pressure in your area.

*The temperature-pressure relief valve may be leaking at

the tank fitting.
Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve opened

slightly.

*The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.
Combustion products contain water vapor which can

condense on the cooler surfaces of the tank. Droplets

O

form and drip into the fire or run on the floor. This is
common at the time of startup after installation and when

incoming water is cold.
Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be

from condensation, loose connections, or the relief valve.
DO NOT replace the water heater until a full inspection
of all possible water sources is made and necessary
corrective steps taken. Leakage from other appliances,

water lines, or ground seepage should also be checked.

NOTE: To check where threaded portion enters ranh,
insert cotton ssrab between jacket opening and fitting.
If cotton is wet, follow “Draining” instructions in the
“Service and Adjustment” section and then remove
fitting. Put pipe dMc or tefion tape on the threads
^d replace. Then follow “Filling the Water Heater”
instructions in the “Installation Instructions” section.

26

Notes

27

Notes

28

Notes

29

Parts Order List

POWER MISER™ 9 GAS WATER HEATERS
MODEL NUMBERS!

153.337113 50 Gal. Sbort High Altitude

153.337162 50 Gal. Short

153.337213 40 Gal. Short High Altitude

153.337262 40 Gal. Short

153.337362 30 Gal.

153.337413 40 Gal. High AJtitude

18

30

Parts Order List (cont’d)

POWER MISER“ 9 GAS WATER HEATERS

MODEL NUMBERS:

153.337113 50 Gal. Short High Altitude

153.337162 50 Gal. Short

153.337213 40 Gal. Short High Altitude

153.337262 40 Gal. Short

153.337362 30 Gal.

153.337413 40 Gal. High Altitude

Model Numbers

KEY

PART DESCRIPTION

NO.

1 Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve 9000071 9000071 9000071

Primary Anode Rod

2

Model Rating Plate t 0270118 0270118

3
4

Drain Valve
Drain Valve Washer

5

(%"x‘y«"x'A" thick)** 9001584 9001584
Thermocouple* 42-33900 42-33900

6

Pilot Tubing w/Fittings

7

Burner Orifice

8

Manifold

9

10 Pilot

Manifold Cover

II
12 Inner Door

Gas Control Valve

13

Temperature Adjustment Knob F145-1280 F145-1280

14

Burner

15

Dip Tube

16

Flue Baffle

17

18

Draft Hood

Restrictor Ring 9001208

19

# Manual
# Mag-Erad

153.337113

9000734 9000734

9000254 9000254

9000278 9000278
0230141

#36(HA)

9002619 9002619
9000284 9000284 9000284
9000358 9000358 9000358
9000281 9000281 9000281 9000281

F145-1278 F145-1278

9002411 9002411
9002067 9002067
9002495 9002495
9000273 9000273 9000273

153.337162

0230120

#33

9001208

153.337213

9001829

0270118 0270118

9000254 9000254

9001584 9001584

42-33900 42-33900

9000278 9000278 9000278

0230141
#36(HA)

9002617

F145-1278 F145-1278 F145-1278

F145-1280 F145-1280 F145-1280

9002411 9002411 9002411 9002411

9001981 9001981 9001698 9001698

9002281 9002281

9000275

153.337262

PART NUMBERS

9000071

9001829 9000734

0230120

#33

9002617

9000284

9000358

9000273 9000273 9000273
9000275 9000275 9000275

0002915840

23600

153.337362

9000071

0270118
9000254

9001584 9001584

42-33900

0230120

#33

9002613

9000284 9000284
9000358 9000358
9000281

9002490 9000516

153.337413

9000071
9000734
0270118
9000254

42-33900

9000278
0230141

#36(HA)

9002615

9000281
F145-1278
F145-1280

Now chat you have purchased your Gas Water Heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any SEARS Service
Center or call 1-800-4-MY'HOME (1-800-469-4663). Be sure to provide pertinent facts when you call or visit.

All parts listed may be ordered from any SEARS Service Center, most SEARS stores and by calling 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7247). If the

parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a SEARS Repair Parts Distribution Center for handling.
The model number of your Gas Water Heater will be found on the model rating plate located near the gas control valve.
WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER NAME OF ITEM

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

31

Parts Order List (cont’d)

POWER miser™ 9 gas water heaters

MODEL NUMBERS:

153.337462 40 Gal.

153.337513 50 Gal. High Altitude

153.337562 50 Gal.

153.337613 65 Gal. High Altitude

32

Parts Order List (cont*d)

POWER MISER™ 9 GAS WATER HEATERS
MODEL NUMBERS!

153.337462

153.337513

153.337562

153.337613

40 Gal.
50 Gal. High Altitude
50 Gal.
65 Gal. High Altitude

. Model Numbers

KEY

NO.

PART DESCRIPTION

1

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

2

Primary Anode Rod

3

Model Raring Plate t

4

Drain Valve

3

Drain Valve Washer

ali" thick)**

6

Thermocouple*

7

Pilot Tubing w/Fittings

8

Burner Orifice

9

Manifold

10

Pilot

11

Manifold Cover

12

Inner Door

13

Gas Control Valve

14

Temperature Adjustment Knob
15 Burner
16

Dip Tube
17

Flue Baffle
18

Draft Hood
19

Restrictor Ring

#

Manual

#

Mag-Erad

153.337462

9000071

9000734
0270118
9000254

9001584

42-33900

9000278
0230120

#33
9002615
9000284
9000358

9000281

F145-1278

F145-1280

9002411
9001698
9000516
9000273
9000275

153.337513
PART NUMBERS

9000071

9000734

0270118

9000254

9001584

42-33900

9000278
0230141

#36(HA)
9002617

9000284
9000358
9000281

F145-1278
F145-1280

9002411
9001698
9000298
9000273
9000275

0 002S

► 15840

23600

153.337562

9000071

9000734
0270118
9000254

9001584

42-33900

9000278
0230120

#33
9002617
9000284
9000358
9000281

F145-1278
F145-1280

9002411
9001698
9002496
9000273
9000275

153.337613

9000071
9000734
0270118
9000254

9001584

42-33900

9000278
0230141

#36(FIA)

9002619

9000284

9000358

9000281
F145-1278
F145-1280

9002411

9001982

9000419

9000273

9000275

The model number of your Gas Water Heater will be found on the model rating plate located near the gas control valve.

WHEN ORDERING REPAIR PARTS, ALWAYS GIVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION

MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER NAME OF ITEM

THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS UST, NOT A PACKING LIST.

-33

Parts Order List (cont’d)

POWER MISER“ 9 GAS WATER HEATERS

MODEL NUMBERS!

153.337662 65 Gd.
153*337762 50 Gal. High Recovery

153.337862 65 Gal. Hu^ Recovery

153.337960 40 Gal. (L.P.)

34

Parts Order List (cont’d)

POWER MISER™ 9 GAS WATER HEATERS
MODEL NUMBERS:

153.337662

153.337762

153.337862

153.337960

65 Gal.
50 Gal. Higli Recovery
65 GaL Higli Recovery

40 Gal. (L.P.)

Model Numbers

KEY
NO.

PART DESCRIPTION

1

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve

2

Primary Anode Rod

3

Model Rating Plate t

4

Drain Valve

5

Drain Valve Washer

(%" I ‘7«" X 14" thick)**

6

Thermocouple*

7

Pilot Tubing w/Fittings

8

Burner Orifice
(Drill Size)

9

Manifold

10

Pilot

11

Manifold Cover

12

Inner Door

13

Gas Control Valve

14

Temperature Adjustment Knob
15 Burner
16

Dip Tube
17 Flue Baffle
18

Draft Hood

19 Restrictor Ring

#

Manual

#

Mag-Erad

153.337662

9000071
9000734
0270118
9000254

9001584

42-33900

9000278
0230120

#33

9002619

9000284

9000358

9000281
F145-I278
F145-1280

9002411
9001982
9000419
9000273
9000275

153.337762
PART NUMBERS

9000071
9000734
0270118
9000254

9001584

42-33900

9000278
0230124

#30

9002617
9000284

9000358
9000281

FI45-1278
F145-1280

9002411
9001698
9000371
9000274
9000297

0002915840

23600

153.337862

9000071
9000734
0270118
9000254

9001584

42-33900

9000278
0230124

#30

9002619

9000284
9000358
9000281

F145-1278

F145-1280

9002411
9001982
9000299
9000274
9000297

153.337960

9000071
9000734
0270118

9000254

9001584

42-33900

9000278
0230223

#49
9002616
9000286
9000358
9000281

F145-1279
F145-1280

9002651

9001698
9000516
9000273
9000275

Note “A”: For Propane (L,P.) model(s) this part has left hand threads. .
* These parts are also available at most Sears retail stores.

** Also available at most hardware stores.
tReplaced only on return of damaged plate.
# Not Illustrated

Smefoi^ri*'800^'‘SHO^ for repair parts or service, simply contact any SEARS Service
tenter or can l-iSUU-4-MY-HUMt (1-800-469-4663). Be sure to provide pertinent facts when you call or visit.

All parts listed may be ordered from any SEARS Service Center, most SEARS stores and by calling 1-800-366-PART (1-800-366-7247) If the

parts you need are not stocked locally, your order will be electronically transmitted to a SEARS Repair Parts Distribution Center for handlbg.

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

MODEL NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER NAME OF ITEM

THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS UST, NOT A PACKING UST.

35

Warranty

About Your Warranty

THE PRICE OF YOUR WATER HEATER DOES NOT INCLUDE

A FREE CHECKUP SERVICE CALL. On Water Heater Installations
Arranged By Sean, Sears warrants the installation.

ON INSTALLATIONS NOT MADE BY SEARS AUTHORIZED
CONTRACTORS:

1. Your Sean warranty applies to the product only.

2. Scars does not warrant the installation.

3. A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete
installation. These include:

FULL ONE YEAR WARRANTY ON WATER HEATER

For one year from the date of purchase, when your Sears Kenmore water heater is installed and operated in a single-femily residence in
accordance with the instructions in this manual, Sears will:

1. Repair defects in material or workmanship in this water heater, free of charge.

2. Furnish and install a new current model water heater of equal capacity and quality, free of chaige, if a leak occurs in the tank,

UMITED WARRANTY ON TANKS THAT LEAK

After one year and through 9 years from the date of purchase for water heaters used in a single-family residence, if a leak occurs in the

tank, hears will furnish a new current model water heater of equal capacity and quality. You will be charged for any installation.

LIMITED WARRANTY ON PARTS

After one year and through 9 years from the date of purchase, when your Sears Kenmore water heater is used in a single-fhmily residence
and IS ins^ed and operated in ^ordance with the information in this manual, if a part fails due to a materials or workmanship, Sears

will furnish a replacement free of charge. You will be charged for labor,

a. Adjusting thermostat.
b. Lighting pilot.
c. Le3c in pipes or fittings.
d. Improper venting
e. Condensation

This inanual is in non-technical language. It may help you avoid the
cost of a needless service call. Many service calls really aren’t needed.

Such as when:

1. The g^ is turned “OFF”.

2. The pilot is out.

3. A gas or water leak is due to loose pipe or connections.

If the water heater is subje«ed to commercial, institutional, industrial or use in residences of two families or mote, the above warranty
^te^fpurcl^^ ^ ** effective for 2 years from the date of purchase and the above parts warranty is effective for 1 year from the

To obtrin ^ranty servi«, SIMPLY CALL 1-800-4MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663). “This warranty applies only while this product is in
use in the United States, ' ^

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

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

Sears installation Warranty

In addition to any warranty extended to you on the Seats merchandise
involved, which warranty becomes effective the date the merchandise is
installed should the workmanship of any Sears arranged installation
prove feulty within one year, Seats will, upon notice from you, cause
such faults to be corrected at no additional cost to you. If you want this
heater professionally installed by Scars contact your Sears Salesperson.
They will arrange for prompt, quality installation.

HomeCentrar

Sears Installation Policy

All installation labor arranged by Sears shall be performed in a neat,
ivorkmanlike manner in accordance with generally accepted trade prac
tices. Further, all installations shall comply with all local laws, codes
tegulations and ordinances. The customer shall also be protected, dur
ing installation, by insurance relating to property damage. Worker’s
Compensation and Public Liability.
If you want this water heater professionally installed by Sears contact
your Salesperson. They will arrange for prompt, quality installation by
Sears authorized contractors.

For tn-home major brand repair service

Call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

1-800-4-MY-HOME

(1-800-469-4663)

11-99

The model number of your water heater is found on the model rating plate on the front of the wMer h.-^r-r

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

0002915840-1