Kenmore Economizer 6 153.333832, 153.333932, Economizer 6 153.333932 Owner's Manual
Owners
Manual
FOR POTABLEWATER
HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLEFOR
SPACEHEATING.
FOR USE ONLY IN
MOBILE HOMES
Hodel No.
MODEL NUMBERS:
153.333832 30 Gal.
153.333932 40 Gal.
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
Before First Use of
This Product.
Savethis Manual for Future Reference.
THE ECONOMIZER TM 6
MOBILE HOME
GAS WATER HEATER
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
For Your Safety
• Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Parts List
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS
WATER HEATER
WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not fol-
lowed exactly, a .fire or explosion may result, causing property
damage, personal ,nlury or death.
-Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liq-
uids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
-WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS
: Do not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your
building.
i Immediately call your gas suppl,er from a neighbor's phone.Follow the gas supplier'sinstructions.
If you can not reach your gas suppher, call the fire department.
-Installation and service must be performed by'a qua ifled installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
_,WARNING . J
Improper installation, adjus_on, service or maintenance|
can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BOD!LY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAM- i
AGE. Refer to this manual for assistance or consult the local Sears|
Service Center or gas utility for further information. |
_,WARNING
Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from other areas
of the structure to this appliance.
AWARNING
READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE
COVER AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
Safety Precautions
AWARNING ]
Improper installatio_lteration, service or [
maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILYI
INJUR_,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Referto this manualfor
assistanceor consultyour local Sears Service Center forl
further information. J
AWARNING
WATER HEATERSEQUIPPED FOR ONE TYPE GAS ONLY:
Thiswaterbeaterisequippedfor onetype gasonly.Checkthe
modelrating platenearthe gascontrolvalvefurthe correctgas.
DO NOT USETHIS WATERHEATERWITH ANY GASOTHER
THAN THE ONE SHOWN ON THE MODELRATING PLATE.
Failureto usethe correctgascancauseproblemswhichcan
result in DEATH, SERIOUSBODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.If youhaveanyquestionsor doubtsconsultyour gas
supplieror localutility.
AWARNING
INSTALLATIONSIN AREASWHERE FLAMMABLELIQUIDS
VAPORS) ARE LIKELY T_. BE PRESENT OR STORED
GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC):
Flammableliquids(suchasgasoline,solvents,propane(LP) or
butane, etc.), all of which emit flammable vapors,may be
improperlystoredor usedin suchareas.The gaswater heater
pilotlightor mainbumer can ignitesuchvapors.The resulting
flashbackandEre cancausedeathor seriousburnsto anyonein
thearea,aswallaspropertydamage.
If installationinsuchareasisyour onlyoption,then the installa-
tion must be accomplishedin a waythat the pilotgameand
mainbumerflame areelevatedfromthe floorat least18inches.
While this mayreduce the changesof flammablevaporsfroma
floorspillbeingignited,gasolineand otherflammablesubstances
shouldneverbe stored or usedin the sameroom or areacon-
talninga gaswater heateror otheropenflameor sparkproduc-
ingappliance.
NOTE: Flammablevaporsmay be drawnby air currentsfrom
otherareasof the structuretothe appliance.
AWARNING
If this water heaterwill beusedin beautyshops,barbershops,
cleaningestablishments,or seif-servicelaundrieswith dry
cleaningequipment, it isimperativethat the water heater or
water heatersbe installedsothat combustionand vantilation
air be taken from outsidetheseareas.Referto the "Facts to
ConsiderAboutthe Location"sectionof this manual and also
the latestedition ofthe National FuelGasCode,ANSI Z223.1
also referred to as NFPA 54 fur specificsprovidedconcemin
air required.
AWARNING I
A Ere can start if combustiblematerials suchas clothing,I
cleaningmaterials,or flammable liquidsare placedagainst
or nextto the water heater.
AWARNING
At the time of manufacturethis water heater was provided
with a combinationtemperatere-pressuresreliefvalvecertified
by a nationally recognized testing laboratorythat maintains
_eriodicinspectionof productionof listedequipment or mate-
rials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valvesand
AutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,
and the latesteditionof ANSI Z21.22 and the coderequire-
mentsof ASME. If replaced,the valvemust meet the require-
mentsoflocalcodes,but notlessthanacombinationtempera-
ture andpressurereliefvalvecertifiedas meetingthe require-
mentsfor ReliefValvesandAutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfor
Hot Water SupplySystems,ANSI Z21.22bya nationally recog-
nizedtestinglaboratorythat maintains periodicinspectionof
)roduction of listedequipment or materials.
The valvemust be markedwith a maximum setpressurenot
to exceedthe marked hydrostaticworking pressureof the
water heater(150 Ibs./sq.in.) andadischargecapacitynot less
thanthe waterheaterinputrate asshownonthe modelrating
plate.(Electric heaters- watts dividedby 1000x 3415 equal
BTU/Hr.rate.)
Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority, whilemandatingthe useofa
temperature-pressurereliefvalvecomplyingwithANSI Z21.22
and ASME, may require a valvemodel differentfrom the one
furnishedwiththe waterheater.
Compliancewith suchlocalrequirementsmustbe satisfiedby
theinstallerorenduserof the water heaterwitha locallypre-
scribedtemperature-pressurerelief valveinstalledinthe desig-
natedopeningin the water heaterin placeofthe factoryfur-
nishedvalve.
Forsafeoperationofthe water heater,the reliefvalvemustnot
beremovedfrom it'sdesignatedopeningor plugged.
The temperature-pressurerelief valvemustbeinstalleddirectly
intothe fittingofthewater heaterdesignatedfortherollervalve.
Positionthe valvedownwardandprovidetubingsothatanydis-
chargewileexitonlywithin6 inchesabove,or at anydistance
belowthe structuralfloor.Becertainthat no contactismade
withanyliveelectricalpart.Thedischargeopeningmust not be
blockedor reducedinsizeunder anycircumstances.Excessive
length,over30feet,or useof more thanfourelbowscancause
restrictionand reducethe dischargecapacityofthevalve.
No valveor otherobstructionisto beplacedbetweenthe relief
valveandthe tank. Do not connecttubingdirectlyto discharge
drainunlessa 6"airgapisprovided.Topreventbodilyinjury,haz-
ardto life,or propertydamage,the reliefvalvemust beallowed
todischargewaterinquantitiesskouldcircumstancesdemand.If
the dischargepipeisnot connectedto a drainor other suitable
means,the waterflowmaycausepropertydamage.
The DischargePipe:
• Must not be smallerin sizethan the outlet pipesizeof the
valve,orhaveanyreducingcouplingsor otherrestrictions.
• Mustnotbepluggedor blocked.
• Mustbeofmaterial listedfor hotwaterdistribution.
• Must be installedsoas to allowcompletedrainageofbeth
the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the discharge
pipe.
I, Mustterminateat anadequatedrain.
I. Must nothave valvebetweenthe railervalveandtank.
any
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Safety Precautions
AWARNING
A gaswater heater cannotoperateproperlywithout the cor-
rectamountof air for combustion.Do not installina confined
areasuchacloset,unlessyouprovideair asshowninthe "Facts
to ConsiderAboutthe Location"section.Neverobstructthe
flowofventilationair,Ifyouhaveanydoubtsor questionsat all,
callyour gascompany,Failureto providethe properamountof
combustionair canresultin a fire or explosionand cancause
DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUR%,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.
A, WARNING
Thiswater heater mustnot be installeddirectlyon carpeting.
Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel
beneaththe applianceextendingbeyondthe full width and
depthof the appliance byat least 3 inches(76.2mm) in any
direction,or if the applianceis installedinan alc.o.v.e or closet,
the entirefloor mustbe coveredbythe panel.Fmlureto heed
thiswarningmayRsultinafirehazard.
A WARNING
HOTTERWATERCAN SCALD:Water heatersareintendedto
producehotwater.Water heatedto a temperaturewhichwill
satisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing,and othersanitizingneeds
canscaldandpermanently injureyou uponcontact.Somepeo-
pleare morelikelyto bepermanentlyinjuredbyhotwater than
others.Theseincludethe elderly,children,the infirm,or physical.
lylmentailyhandicapped.Ifanyoneusinghotwaterinyour home
Etsintooneof thesegroupsorif there isalocalcodeor statelaw
requiringa certaintemperaturewaterat the hotwater tap,than
youmusttakespecialprecautions.Inadditionto usingthelowest
possibletemperaturesettingthat satisfiesyour hotwater needs,
a meanssuchasa mixingvalve,shouldbeusedatthe hotwater
tapsusedbythesepeopleor at the water heater.Mixingvalves
areavailableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestores.Followman-
ufacturersinstructionsfor installationof the valves.Before
changingthe factory setting on the thermostat, read the
'q'emperatureRegulation"sectioninthis manual.
AWARNING ]
Soot build-upindicat_t requirescorrection
beforefurther use.Turn"OFF" gasto water heater andleave/
"OFF" until repairs are made, becausefailureto correctthe/
causeof the suodng can result in a fire or explosioncausing|
DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUR_,ORPROPERTYDAMAGE.[
&WARNING
VENT DAMPERS- Any vent damper,whether it isoperated
thermally or otherwisemustberemovedif itsuseinhibitsprop-
erdraftingofthewater heater.
Thermally Operated Vent Dampers:Gas-firedwater heaters
havingthermal efficiencyin excessof 80%mayproducea rela-
tivelylowfluegastemperature. Suchtemperaturesmaynot be
high enough to properly open thermally operated vent
dampers.Thiswouldcausespillageof fluegasesand maycause
carbonmonoxidepoisoning.
Ventdampersmustbear evidenceofcertificationascomplying
with the latest edition of American NationalStandardANSI
Z21.68 (ANSI Z2h66 & 67, respectively,coverelectricallyand
mechanicallyactuatedventdampers).Beforeinstallationofany
vent damper,consultyour localSoarsServiceCenterorthe gas
utilityfor further information.
_,WARNING
• The applianceand itsindividualshutoffvalvemustbe discon-
nectedfromthe gassupplypipingsystemduringanypressure
testingof the gassystemat test pressuresin excessof ½
poundpersquareinch(3.5kPa).
• The appliancemustbeisolatedfromthe gassupplypipingsys-
tem by closingits individualmanualshutoffvalveduringany
pressuretestingof the gassupplypipingsystemat testpres-
suresequalorlessthan ½poundpersquareinch(3.SkPa).
_,WARNING
Chemical vapor corrosionof the flue and vent systemmay
occurif air for combustioncontainscertain chemicalvapors.
Spraycan propellants,cleaningsolvents,refrigeratorand air
conditionerrefrigerants, swimmingpoolchemicals,calcium
and sodiumchloride,waxes,bleach,and processchemicalsare
typicalcompoundswhich arepotentiallycorrosive.
AWARNING
Obstructedor daterio_ted vent systemsmaypresenta senous
healthriskorasphyxiation,
AWARNING
BEFOREUGHTING PROPANE(LR) GASWATERHEATERS:
Propane(LR) gasisheavierthan air. Shouldthere be a leakin
the system,the gaswill settle near the ground.Basements,
crawl spaces,skirtedareasunder mobile homes (evenwhen
ventilated), closetsandareasbelowgroundlevelwill serveas
pocketsfor the accumulationof this gas.Before attemptingto
lightor relight the water heater'spilotor turningon a nearby
electricallightswitch,be absolutelysurethereis noaccumulat-
ed gasin the area.Searchfor odorof gasby miffingat ground
levelin the vicinityof the appliance.If odor isdetected,follow
stepsindicatedat "For Your Safety"on the coverpageof this
manualthenleavethe premises.
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Safety Precautions continued on page 4
Safety Precautions
a'WARNING I
The water h.ea.._rwith draft hoodinstalled must be properlyI
ventedto achimneywhich.tern_ieatesoutdoors,Neveroper-
atethe water heaterunlessit isventedto the outdoorsandhas]
adequateair supplyto avoidrisksofimproperoperation,explo-
sionor asphyxation.
_,WARNING I
Minimum clearances between the water heater and corn-I
bustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear, 4" at the I
front,and6" fromthe ventpipe.Clearancefromthe topoftbe I
drafthoodis 12".Refertothe labelonthe waterheaterlocated
adjacentto the gascontrolvalveforal cearances.
A CAUTION
WATER HEATERSEVENTUALLY LEAK:Installationof the
water heater must be accomplishedin sucha mannerthat if
thetankor anyconnectionsshouldleak,the flowof waterwill
not causedamageto the s'omcture.When suchlocationscan-
not be avoided,a suitabledrainpan shouldbe installedunder
the water heater Drain pansare availableat yourlocalSears
store. Sucha drain pan mustbe not greater than 1½inches
deep,havea minimum lengthand width of at least 2 inches
greaterthan the water heater dimensionsand mustbe piped
toan adequatedrain.The panmustnot restrict combustionair
flow.Underno circumstancesis the manufactureror Searsto
be held liablefor any water damagein connectionwith this
water heater.
AWARNING I
Do notusethis applianceif any.partofit hasbeenunderwater I
Immediately call a SearsService Technicianto inspectthe I
applianceand to replace the.gas controlor any part of the
burnersystemwh chhasbeenunderwater
_,WARNING
HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogengascan be producedina hot
water systemthat hasnot beenusedfor a longperiod oftime
(generallytwo weeks or more). Hydrogengasis extremely
flammableand explosive.To preventthe possibilityof inju_
underthese conditions,we recommend the hot water faucet
be openedfor severalminutesat the kitchen sinkbeforeany
electricalapplianceswhichare connectedto the hotwater sys-
tem are used(suchas a dishwasheror washingmachine).If
hydrogengasis present, there will probablybe an unusual
soundsimilarto air escapingthrough the pipe asthe hotwater
faucetisopened.There must be no smokingor openflame
nearthefaucetatthe time it isopen.
AWARNING
INSULATING JACKETS: When installingan external water
heaterinsulationjacketona gaswater heater:
DO NOT coverthe temperature-pressurereliefvalve.
DO NOT put insulationover anypart of the top of the gas
water heater.
DO NOT put insulationoverthe gascontrolvalveor gascon-
trolvalve/burnercover,oranyaccessareasto the burner
DO NOT let insulationaroundthe gaswater heater to get
within 8 inchesofthefloor(air mustget to the burner).
DO NOT coveror removeoperatinginstructions,and safety
related warning labelsand materials affixedto the water
heater.
:allureto heed this will result in the possibilityof a fire or
explosion.
Table of Contents
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................2-4
Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................................5
Customer Responsibilities .......................................................................................................................6
Product Specifications ..................................................................................................................................6
Materials and Basic Tools Needed ...............................................................................................7
Materials Needed ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Basic Tools ................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Installation Instructions .....................................................................:..................................................8-18
Removing the Old Water Heater ............................................................................................................................................... 8
Facts to Consider About the Location .................................................................................................................................. 9-10
Securing Water Heater to Floor and Wall ................................................................................................................................ 11
Water Piping ..................................................................................................................................................................... 11- 12
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve ........................................................................................................................................... 13
Filling the Water Heater .......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Venting .............................................................................................................................................................................. 14-15
Gas Piping .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
"Fuel Conversion Instructior_ .......................................................................................................................................... 16-17
Installation Checklist .............................................................................................................................................................. 18
Operatin_ Instructions .........................................................................................................................19-21
÷"_Lighting............................................................................................................................................................................. 19-20
Temperature Regulation .......................................................................................................................................................... 21
Service and Adjustment ......................................................................................................................22-23
Tank (Sediment) Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................................... 22
Burner Inspection ................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Burner Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Draining ................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation .......................................................................................................................... 23
Drain Valve Washer Replacement ........................................................................................................................................... 23
Housekeeping ......................................................................................................................................................................... 23
rvlce 23Se " . ...................................................................................................................................................................................
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................24-25
Start Up Conditions ............................................................................................................................................................... 24
Thermal Expansion .................................................................................................................................. _:.; ........................ 24
Strange Sounds ..................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Condensation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 25
r 25Smoke/Odo .........................................................................................................................................................................
Operational Conditions ..................................................................................................................................................... 25-26
Smelly Water ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Air in Hot Water Faucets ...................................................................................................................................................... 25
High Temperature Shut Off System ...................................................................................................................................... 26
Not Enough Hot Water ........................................................................................................................................................ 26
Water is too Hot ................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Leakage Checkpoints .............................................................................................................................................................. 27
Parts Order List ...............................................................................................................................................28-29
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Customer Responsibilities
Thank You for purchasinga Sears water heater.
Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of
trouble free service. If you should decide 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 Manual
CSA - Canadian Standards Association
ANSI - American National Standards Institute
NFPA - National Fire Protection Association
This gas-fired water heater is design certified by CSA
INTERNATIONAL under American National
Standard/CSA Standard for Gas Water Heaters ANS
Z21.10.1 • CSA 4.1 (latest edition) for installation in
manufactured houses, (mobile homes).
Instructions to Mobile Home Manufacturers:
The installation must conform with the
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standards Title 24 CFR, Part 3280.
Instruction for replacement installation:
The installation must co_nform with the instructions
in this manual; gas company rules; and Local Codes,
or in the absence of Local Codes, with the latest edi-
tion of the National Fuel Gas code, ANSI Z223.1,
also referred to as NFPA 54. This publication is avail-
able from your local government or public library or
gas company or by writing NFPA, Batterymarch
Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
• Read the "Safety Precautions" section, pages 2 through 4 of
this manual first and then the entire manual carefully. If you
don't follow the safety rules, the water heater will not operate
properly. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
• This manual contains instructions for the installation, opera-
tion, and maintenance of the gas-fired water heater. It also
contains warnings through out the manual that you must
read and be aware of. All warnings and all instructions are
essential to the proper operation of the water heater and your
safety. Since we cannot put everything on the first few pages,
READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMIrITNG
TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.
• The gas fired water bearer is design certified by CSA INTER-
NATIONAL under American National Standard/CSA
Standard for Gas Water Heaters for Installation in
Manufactured Houses, (Mobile Homes).
Instructions to Mobile Home Manufacturers:
The installation must conform with the Manufactured Home
Construction and Safety Standards Title 24 CFR, Part 3280.
Instruction for replacement installation:
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 late.st edition of the National Fuel Gas
code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA 54. This publica-
tion is available from your local government or public library
or gas company or by writing NFPA, Batterymarcb Park,
Quincy, MA 02269.
• If after reading this manualyou have any questions or do not
understand any portion of the instructions, call the Sears
Service Center.
• Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water
heater. Correct combustion, vent action, and vent pipe instal-
lation are very important in preventing death from possible
carbon monoxide poisoning and fires.
Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with
the "Facts to Consider About the Location" section in this
manual.
• For California installation this water heater must be braced,
anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an
earthquake. See instructions for correct installation proce-
dures. Instructions may be obtained from your local dealer,
wholesaler, public utilities or California Office of the State
Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.
• Complies with SCAQMD rule #1121 and districts having
equivalent NOx requirements.
Product Specifications
MODEL
NUMBER
153.333832
153.333932
TANK
CAPACITY
IN GALLONS
30
40
TYPE
OF
GAS
NAT/PROPANE(L.P.)
NAT/PROPANE(L.P.
B.T.U.
RATE
30,000
3O,OOO
RECOVERYRATE
GALS. PER HOUR
@90°FRISE
NAT, PROPANE{L.E)
31.0 31.0
31.0 31.0
MINIMUM
VENT
PIPE
3 01
3"
DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
HEIGHT TO
DIAMETER JACKET TOP
16" 56"
18" 56½"
6
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 INSTAL-
LATION KIT WITH FLEXI- f
BLE CONNECTORS FOR
3/4" OR I/2" THREADED
OR COPPER PLUMBING
VENT ELBOW
EXPANSION TANKS
FOR THERMAL
EXPANSION CONDI-
TIONS AVAILABLE IN
2 GALLON AND 5
GALLON CAPACITY
THROUGH LOCAL
SEARS STORE OR
SERVICE CENTERS
FLEXIBLE WATER
HEATER GAS CON-
NECTORWITH
FITTINGS
VENT PIPE
WATER HEATER STAND 24"x24"x18"
FOR USE WITH WATER HEATERS
INSTALLED IN RESIDENTIAL
• GARAGES HAVING A DIAMETER 24"
OR LESS AND A RATED CAPACITY 75
GALLONS OR LESS
DRAIN PANS
AVAILABLE IN 20" DIAMETER FOR
WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAME-
WATER HEATER HEAT TER 18" OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN
TRAPS HELP REDUCE HEAT 28" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS
LOSS DUE TO THERMAL HAVING A DIAMETER 26" OR LESS
SYPHONING
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
Searsstore.
• Pipe Wrenches (2) 14"
• Screwdriver
• Tin Snips
• 6 Foot Tape of Folding Rule
• Garden Hose
• Drill
• Pipe dope or Teflon Tape
GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE
SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER
PIPE
WRENCH
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
ROLL OF TEFLON TAPE
(USE ONLY ON WATER
CONNECTIONS)
PIPE DOPE (SQUEEZE TUBE)
(USE FOR WATER AND
GAS CONNECTIONS)
TIN SNIPS
ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED
WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING
• Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw
• Propane Torch
• Soft Solder
• Solder Flux
• Emery Cloth
• Wire Brushes
HACKSAW
314"WIRE BRUSH
1/2"WIREBRUSH
ROLL OFLEAD FREE
SOFT SOLDER
PROPANE
TORCH
ROLL OF EMERY
CLOTH SOLDER TUBING
FLUX CUTTER
Installation Instructions
Removing the Old Water Heater
Turn "OFF" the gas supply to the water heater.
AWARNING 1
If the main gas line--all gasappliances is[
used,also shut "OFF" the gas at eachappliance.Leave all[
gasappliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installa-[
tion iscomplete. ]
®
Turn "OFF" the water to the water
heater. Some installatiott_ require that
the water be turned off to the entire
house.
Q Check a_ain to make sure the gas supply
is OFF to the water heater. Then dis-
connect the gas supply connection from
the gas control valve.
®:
Attach hose the heater drain
a to water
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.
Disconnect the vent pipe from the draft hood where
they connect to the water heater. In most installations
the vent pipe can be lifted off after any screw or other
attached devices are removed. Dispose of the draft
hood, The new water heater has the draft hood which
must be used for proper operation.
®
®
a.
If you have copper piping to the water
heater, the two copper water pipes can
be cut with a hacksaw approximately 4"
away from where they connect to the
water heater. This will avoid cutting off
the pipes too short. Additional cuts can
be made later if necessary, Disconnect
the temperature-pressure relief valve
drain line, When the water heater is
drained, disconnect the hose from the
drain valve. Close the drain valve. The
water heater is now completely discon-
nected and ready to be removed.
b.
If you have galvanized pipe to the water
heater, loosen the two galvanized pipes
with a pipe wrench at the union in each
line. Also disconnect the piping remain-
ing to the water heater. These pieces
should be saved since they may be need-
ed when reconnecting the new water
heater. Disconnect the temperature-pres-
sure relief valve drain line. When the
water heater is drained, disconnect the
hose from 'the drain valve. Close the
drain valve. The water heater is now
completely disconnected and ready to be
removed.
. AWARNING ]
The water passing ou_valve may be extremely [
hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are I
tight and that the water flow is directed away from any [
person. [
. ACAUTION
Mineral buildupor sediment may haveaccumulatedin the
old water heater.This causesthe water heaterto be much
heavier than normal and this residue, if spilledout, could
causestainng.
Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Facts to Consider About the
Location
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water
heater in a new location, the following critical points must be
observed.
This mobile home gas-fired water heater is for use in a mobile
home. You should carefully choose an indoor location for the
new water heater, because the placement is a very important
consideration for the safety of the occupants in the building
and for the most economical use of the appliance. This water
heater is for use only in mobile homes and is not intended
for outdoor installation.
INSTALLATION METHOD B: An optional enclosure
incorporatinga solid exter'or access door, when a 5"or 8' diame-
ter, or 20 square inch minimum equivalent free air opening is
located in the floor of the enclosure. The opening must be cov-
ered by a V/' wire mesh.
ENCLOSURE INSTALLATIONS:
The installation of this water heater must be within an
enclosure so as to separate the appliance combustion sys-
tem and venting system from the interior atmosphere of the
mobile home. There shall not be any door, removable
access panel, or other opening into the enclosure from the
inside of the mobile home. This water heater must be
installed using Method A or B.
_r
INSTALLATION METHOD A: An enclosure with an exte-
rior access door incorporating a single opening positioned a
maximum of 6" above the lower edge of the access door and
which may incorporate either V, wire mesh or louvers. When
V," wire mesh is used, the size of the opening must be a mini-
mum of 20 square inches. When the louvers are used, the area
must be aminimum of 20 square inches.
HOT WATER .,el[----
OUTLET
BRACKET
SOLID
EXTERIOR
DOOR OF
WIRE
MESH
HOT WATER
OUTLET
OUTSID_
WALL OF
MOEdLE
HOME
MOUNTING
BRACKET
GAS SUP_Y
LOUVERED
EXTERIOR
DOOR OF
MOB_UE HOME
co._WA_RC_
L_/VEI_D
INSTALLATION IN ENCLOSURE OF MOBILE HOME
WITH LOUVERED EXTERIOR DOOR
INSTALLATION IN ENCLOSURE OF MOBILE HOME
WITH SOLID EXTERIOR DOOR
Install water heater into closet so as to have 1" minimum clear-
ance at sides and back. Clearance of 4" is needed to front to
accommodate the gas control val'_e,Be sure to allow adequate
clearance for servicing the water heater and for access to the pip-
ing and temperature-pressure relief valve.
NOTE: DOOR MUST BE
ON OUTSIDE WALL
OF MOglLE HOME.
I" MIN I" MIN.
I" MIN.
4" MIN,
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES TOP VIEW
Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Facts to Consider About the
Location (cont'd)
_,WARNING
Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater andcom-
bustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear, 4" at the
front,and6"from the ventpipe.Clearancefromthetop ofthe
jacketis 12"onmostmodels.Notethat a lesserdimensionmay
be allowedon somemodels.Referto the labelon the water
heateradjacenttothe gascontrolvalvefor all clearances.
The water heater should be secured to the floor and to the wall
of the enclosure with the mounting brackets provided. For
bracket location refer to "Securing Water Heater to Floor and
Wall" in the "Installation Instructions" section.
When a mobile home is skirted, an air intake opening with a
minimum free area of 32 square inches must be provided in the
skirt. If the opening is covered by louvers or screen, the total free
area must be 32 square inches. Other gas fired appliances in the
home will require additional free air openings; consult these
manufacturers for correct sizing.
A,W_,RNING
A gaswater heatercannotoperate properlywithoutthe cot-
amountofair for combustion.Do notinstallina confined
areasuchacloset,unlessyouprovideairasshowninthe "Facts
to ConsiderAbout the Location" sectionon page9. Never
obstructthe flow ofventilationair. If youhaveany doubtsor
questionsat all,callyour gascompanyorSearsServiceCenter.
Failureto providethe proper amount of combustionair can
resultin a fire or explosionand can causeDEATH,SERIOUS
BODILYINJUR_,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.
AWARNING
When the systemrequireswater at temperatureshigherthan
required for other uses,the hotwater systemmay requirea
meanssuchas a mixingvalve to be installedto temper the
water at certainpointsof use.Some peopleare more likelyto
he permanentlyinjuredbyhotwater than others;theseinclude
the elderly,children,the infirm,or the physically/mentallyhand-
icapped.Beforeimmersingyourselfor anyoneelseinhotwater,
he sureto checkthe water temperature. WARNING: HOT-
TER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY.
(Alsosee "Temperature Regulation"section)Mixingvalvesare
availableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestores.Followmanu-
facturersinstructionsfor installationofthesevalves.
AWARNING I
Thiswater heater shallnot be connectedto any heatingsys-I
ternsor component(s)previouslyusedwith a nonpotablewater
heatingappance.
AWARNING
Ifthiswater heater will he usedin beautyshops,barbershops,
cleaningestablishments,or self-servicelaundrieswith dry
cleaningequipment,it is imperativethat the water heateror
water heatersbe installedso that combustionandventilation
air he taken from outsidethese area_ Referto the "Facts to
ConsiderAboutthe Location"sectionof this manualand also
the latestedition ofthe NationalFuelGasCode,ANSI 7.223.1
alsoreferredto asNFPA 54 for specifiesprovided€onceroin
air required.
AWARNING I
Toxicchemicalssuchasusedfor treatmentof boilersor non- I
potablewater heatingappliancesshallneverhe introducedinto
a potabe water heatingsystem.
ACAUTION
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installationof the
water heater must be accomplishedin sucha mannerthat if
the tank or any connectionsshouldleak,the flowof water will
not causedamageto the structure.When suchlocationscan-
not be avoided,a suitabledrainpanshouldbe installedunder
the water heater.Drain pansareavailableat your localSears
store. Sucha drain pan must benot greater than 1½inches
deep,havea minimum lengthand width of at least2 inches
greaterthan the water heater dimensionsand must be piped
to anadequatedrain.The panmustnot restrict combustionair
flow.Under no circumstancesis the manufactureror Searsto
be held liablefor any water damagein connectionwith this
waterheater.
When a drain pan is required, the installation must conform to
"Method A" on page 9.
_,WARNING
INSTALLATIONSIN AREASWHERE FLAMMABLELIQUIDS
VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED
GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC):
Flammableliquids(suchas gasoline,solvents,propane(LP) or
butane, etc.), all of whichemit flammable vapors,may be
improperlystoredor usedin suchareas.The gaswater heater
pilotlightor mainburnercanignitesuchvapors.The resulting
flashbackandfire cancausedeathor seriousburnsto anyonein
the area,aswellaspropertydamage.
If installationinsuch areasisyouronlyoption,thenthe installa-
tion must be accomplishedin a waythat the pilot flameand
mainburnerflameareelevatedfromthe floorat least18inches.
While this mayreducethe changesof flammablevaporsfroma
floorspillbeingignited,gasolineandotherflammablesubstances
shouldneverbe stored or usedinthe sameroomor areacon-
taininga gaswater heateror otl_eropenflameorsparkproduc-
ingappliance.
NOTE: Flammablevaporsmayhe drawnby air currentsfrom
otherareasofthe structureto theappliance.
_,WARNING
Propellantsof aerosolspraysand volatilecompounds,(clean-
ers,chlorinebasedchemicals,refrigerants, etc.) inadditionto
beinghighlyflammablein manycases,willalsochangeto cor-
rosive hydrochloricacid when exposedto the combustion
productsof the water heater.The results can he hazardous,
and alsocauseproductfailure.
A, WARNING
This water heatermustnot he installeddirectlyon carpeting.
Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel
beneaththe applianceextending beyondthe fullwidth and
depthof the applianceby at least 3 inches(76.2mm) in any
direction,or ifthe appliance isinstalledin an alcoveor closet,
theentire floormust becoveredby the panel.Failureto heed
this warningmayresultinaErehazard.
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