Kenmore The economizer 5 Gas water heater 153.333831, 153.333931, The Economizer 5 Owner's Manual

Owners

Manual

FOR POTABLEWATER

HEATING ONLY

NOT SUITABLEFOR

SPACEHEATING.

FOR USE ONLY IN

MOBILE HONES

Model No.

MODEL NUMBERS:

153.333831 30 Gal.

153.333931 40 Gal.

Caution:

Read and Follow

All Safety Rules and Operating Instructions

Before First Use of

This Product.

Save this Manual for Future Reference.

THE ECONOMIZERS5

MOBILE HOM 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

_Emage, personal mlury or death.

-"=Do not store or use gas.oline or other flammable vapors and liq-

uids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

-__6/HAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS

• Do not try to light any appliance. Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in your building.

• Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas sup lier'sinstructions.

• If you can not reac_ your gas supplier, call the fire department.

-Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,

i service agency or the gas supplier.

AWARNING

Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAM-

AGE. Refer to this manual for assistance or consult the local Sears

Service Center or gas utility for further information.

AWARNING J

Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from other areas

of the structure to this appliance.

_,WARNING

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 installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY

INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refertothis manualfur

assistanceor consultyour local SearsService Center fur further nfurmation.

AWARNING

WATER HEATERSEQUIPPED FOR ONE TYPE GAS ONLY: Thiswater heateris equippedfur one typegasonly.Checkthe modelratingplatenearthe gascontrolvalvefur the correctga_

DONOT USETHIS WATERHEATERWITH ANY GASOTHER

THAN THEONE SHOWN ON THE MODELRATINGPLATE.

Failureto usethe correctgascancauseproblemswhichcan

result in DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJURY,OR PROPERTY

DAMAGE.Ifyouhaveanyquestionsor doubtsconsultyour gas

supplierorlocalutility.

AWARNING

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 gaswaterheater pilotlightor main burnercanignitesuchvapors.The resulting flashbackandfirecancausedeathor seriousburnsto anyonein the area,aswellaspropertydamage.

Ifinstallationinsuchareasisyouronlyoption,then the installa-

tion mustbe accomplishedin a way that the pilotflame and

mainburnerflameareelevatedfromthe floorat least18inche_

While thismayreducethechangesof flammablevaporsfroma floorspillbeingignited,gasolineandotherflammablesubstances

shouldneverbestored or usedin the sameroomor areacon- tainingagaswaterbeateror otheropenflameor sparkproduc-

ingappliance. NOTE:Flammablevaporsmaybe drawnby air currentsfrom

otherareasofthe structuretotheappliance.

AWARNING

Ifthiswater heaterwill beusedinbeautyshops,barbershops, cleaningestablishments,or self-servicelaundrieswith dry cleaningequipment,it isimperativethat the water heateror

water heatersbe installedsothat combustionand ventilation

air be takenfrom outsidethese areas.Referto the "Factsto ConsiderAboutthe Location"section of this manualandalso

the latesteditionofthe NationalFuelGasCode,ANSI Z223.1,

alsoreferred to as NFPA 54 for specificsprovidedconcerning

air required.

I AWARNING 7

A fire can start if combustiblematerials suchas clothing,I cleaningmaterials, or flammable liqwdsare placedagainst[

or next to the water heater. |

AWARNING

At the time of manufacturethiswater heaterwasprovided with acombinationtemperatore-pressuresreliefvalvecertified

bya nationally recognized testinglaboratorythat maintains

periodicinspec_onof productionof listedequipmentor mate- rials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valvesand

AutomaticGasShutoffDevicesforHot Water SupplySystems,

and the latest editionof ANSI Z21.22 and the coderequire- mentsof ASME.If replaced,the valvemustmeet the require- meritsoflocalcodes,but notlessthan acombinationtempera-

tore and pressurereliefvalvecertifiedasmeetingthe require-

mentsforReliefValvesandAutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfur Hot Water SupplySystems,ANSIZ21.22byanationally recog-

nizedtestinglaboratorythat maintainsperiodicinspectionof productionoflistedequipmentormaterials. The valvemustbe markedwith a maximumset pressurenot to exceedthe marked hydrostaticworking pressureof the water heater(150IbsJsq.in.)and adischargecapaclt);not less thanthewater heaterinputrate asshownonthe model rating plate.(Electric heaters- watts dividedby 1000x 3415 equal BTU/Hr.rate.) Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority,whilemandatingthe useofa temperature-pressurereliefvalvecomplyingwithANSI Z21.22 andASME,may requirea valvemodeldifferentfromthe one

furnishedwiththewater heater. Compliancewith suchlocalrequirements mustbesatisfiedby

theinstalleror enduserof the water heaterwith a locallypre- scribedtemperature-pressurereliefvalveinstalledinthe desig- natedopeninginthe water heaterin placeofthe factoryfur-

nisbedvalve. Forsafeoperationofthewater heater,therelief valve"inustnot

beremovedfromit'sdesignatedopeningor plugged. The tempe ' m..st beinstalleddirectly intothe fitti_ter heaterdesignatedforthe relief valve. Positionthe valvedown--tubing sothat anydis-

chargewill__ll_r above,or at anydistance belowthe structuralfloor.Be certainthat no contactis made

withanyliveelectricalpa_ee-T4_vd_hargeopeningmustnotbe blockedor reducedin sizeunderanycircumstances.Excessive length,ove_'nlore-than fourelbowscancause restriction and.re.dur.___the_ddiscbargecapacityofthevalve. No valveor otherobstruction_is't_be placedbetweenthe relief valveandthe-eanl¢-Do-not.coonect..Zubing_diJ'oectlyto discharge drainunlessa6"airgapisprovided.Topreventbodilyinjury,haz- ardto life,or propertydamage,the reliefvalvemustbeallowed todischargewaterinquantitiesshouldcircumstancesdemand.If the dischargepipeisnotconnectedto adrainor othersuitable means,thewaterflowmaycausepropertydamage. The DischargePipe:

Mustnot be smallerin sizethan the outletpipesizeof the valve,orhaveanyreducingcouplingsor otherrestrictions. Mustnot bepluggedor blocked. Mustbeofmateriallistedforhotwater distribution.

Must be installedsoasto allow completedrainageof both the temperatore-pressurerelief valve,and the discharge pipe. Mustterminateat anadequatedrain. Mustnot haveanyvalvebetweentherelief valveandtank.

Safety Precautions

AWARNING

A gaswater heatercannotoperate properlywithoutthe cor- rectamount of airfor combustion.Do not installina confined

areasuchadoset,unlessyouprovideair asshowninthe"Facts to ConsiderAboutthe Location"sectior_Never obstructthe

flowofventilationair.Ifyouhaveanydoubtsor questionsat all,

callyour gascompany.Failureto providetheproperamountof combustionair can resultina fire or explosionand cancause DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUI_,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.

AWARNING

Thiswater heatermustnot be installeddirectlyon carpeting. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel beneath the applianceextendingbeyondthe full width and

depth ofthe appliance.byat least3 inches(76.2mm) in an) direction,or If the apphanceisinstalledinan alcoveor deset

the entirefloormustbe coveredby the panel.Failureto heec thiswarningmayresultina firehazard.

AWARNING

HOTTER WATERCAN SCALD:Water heatersareintended.to producehotwater, Water heatedto a temperaturewhichwill

satisfyclotheswashing_dishwashin_and other sanitizingneeds canscaldandpermanentlyinjure youuponcontact.Somep_-

pieare morelikelytobepermanently injuredby hotwaterthan others_Theseincludethe elderly,children,the infirm,orphysical- ly/mentallyhandicapped.Ifanyoneusinghotwater inyour home fitsintooneofthesegroupsor ifthereisa localcodeor statelaw

requiringa certaintemperaterewater atthe hotwater ta_ then youmusttakespecialprecautions.Inadditionto usingthe lowest possibletemperaturesettingthatsatisfiesyourhot waterneeds a meanssuchasa mixingvalve,shouldbe usedatthe hotwater tapsusedby thesepeopleor at the water heater.Mixingvalves areavailableat plumbingsupplyorhardwarestores.Followman- ufacturersinstructionsfor installationof the valves.Before changingthe factory setting on the thermostat, read the

'q'emperatureRegulation"sectioninthismanual.

AWARNING ]

Soot build-upindicat_t requires correction/ beforefurther use.Turn"OFF" gasto water heaterand lea_veI

"OFF" until repairs are made,becausefailureto correctthe| causeof the sootingcan result in a fire or explosioncausing|

DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUI_,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE./

AWARNING

VENT DAMPERS- Any ventdamper,whether it is operated thermallyor otherwisemustberemovedifitsuseinhibitsprop-

erdraftingofthe waterheater. ThermallyOperated Vent Dampers:Gas-firedwater heaters

havingthermalemciencyin excessof 80%may producea rela- tivelylowfluegastemperature.Suchtemperaturesmaynot be

high enough to properly open thermally operated vent damper_This wouldcausespillageoffluegasesandmaycause carbonmonoxidepoisoning.

Ventdampersmustbearevidenceof certificationascomplying

with the latestedition of American NationalStandardANSI Z2h68 (ANSI Z21.66& 67, respectively,coverelectricallyand

mechanicallyactuatedventdampers).Beforeinstallationofany vent damper,consultyourlocalSearsServiceCenterorthe gas utilityfor furtherinformation.

AWARNING

• The applianceandits individualshutoffvalvemustbediscon- nected fromthe gassupplypipingsystemduringanypressure

testing ofthe gassystem at test pressuresin excessof '/

poundper squareinch(3.5kPa).

•The appliancemustbe isolatedfromthe gassupplypipingsys

tem by closingitsindividualmanualshutoffvalveduringany pressuretestingofthe gassupplypipingsystemattest pres- seresequalorlessthan '/zpoundper squareinch(3.5kPa).

a, WARNING

BEFORELIGHTING PROPANE(LR) GASWATERHEATERS: Propane(L.P.)gasisheavierthan air.Shouldthere be a leakin

the system,the gaswill settle near the ground.Basements,

crawlspaces,skirted areasundermobile homes(evenwhen

ventilated),closetsand areasbelow groundlevelwill serveas

pocketsfor the accumulationofthisga_ Beforeattemptingto lightor relight the water heater'spilotor turningon a nearby

electricallightswitch,beabsolutelysurethere isno accumulat- ed gasinthe areL Searchforodorof gasby miffingat ground levelinthe vicinityof the appliance.If odorisdetected,follow stepsindicatedat "For YourSafety"on the coverpageofthis manualthenleavethe premises.

AWARNING

Chemical vapor corrosionof the flue and vent system may occurif air for combustioncontainscertainchemicalvapors. Spraycanpropellants,cleaningsolvents,refrigerator andair

conditionerrefri.gerants,swimming pool chemicals,calcium andsodiumchloride,waxes,bleach,andprocesschemicalsare

typicalcompoundswhich arepotentiallycorrosive.

AWARNING

Obstructedor deterioratedvent systemsmaypresentaserious healthriskorasphyxiation.

Safety Precautions continued on page 4

Safety Precautions

I AWARNING ]

The water heater with_stailed mustbe properlyI ventedto a chimneywhichterminatesoutdoor_Neveroper-I acethe waterheaterunlessitisventedto the outdoorsandhasI .aclequa_m,'r_ to avoidrisksofimproperoperation,explo-I stunor aspnyxmuoo. . ]

&WARNING 1

Minimum clearances_ter heater and tom-I

hustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear,4" at theI front,and6" fromthe ventpipe.Clearance&orethetop ofthe [

drafthoodis12".Referto the labelonthe waterheaterlocatedI

_adjacentto the gascontrol_ foralldearance_ J

_WARNING 1

Do not usethis applianceifanypart of it hasbeenunderwater.| Immediately call a Sears ServiceTechnicianto inspectthe| applianceandto replace the gas control or any part of the/

burnersystemwhichhasbeenunderwater. I

A CAUTION

WATER HEATERSEVENTUALLY LEAK:Installationofthe water beater mustbe accomplishedin sucha mannerthat if

the tank or anyconnectionsshouldleak,the flowofwater will

tbe u. re. When ,o ons

not be avoided,a suitabledrampan shouldbe installedunder tbe wa_erbeater. Drein pansare availableat yourlocalSears

store.Sucha drain panmustbe not greaterthan I _ inches deep,havea minimum lengthandwidth of at least2 inches greatertfian the water heaterdimensionsandmustbe piped

toan adequatedrain.The panmustnotrestrictcombustionair

flow.Underno circumstancesisthe manufactureror Searsto

be heldliablefor any water damagein connectionwith this water heater.

_,WARNING

HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogengascanbe producedin ahot water systemthat hasnot beenusedfor alongperled of tlme

(generallytwo weeksor more). Hydrogengasisextremely flammableand explosive.To preventthe possibilityof injury underthese conditions,we recommendthe hot water faucet be openedfor severalminutesat the kitchensinkbeforeany

electricalapplianceswhich am connectedto the hotwatersys-

tem are used(suchasa dishwasheror washingmachine). If

hydrogengasis present, there will probably be an unusual soundsimilartoair escapingthrough the pipeasthe hotwater

faucetis opened. There must be no smokingor open flame

nearthe faucetatthe time itisopen.

_iLWARNING

INSULATING JACKETS=When installingan externalwater heaterinsulationjacketona gaswater heater:

• DO NOT coverthe temperature-pressurereliefvalve.

• DO NOT put insulationover any part of the topof the gas

waterheater.

I DO NOT putinsulationoverthe gascontrolvalveorgascon-

trolvalveJbureercover,or anyaccessareasto the burner. DO NOT let insulation aroundthe gaswater heaterto get within8 inchesofthe floor(airmustget tothe burner).

• DO NOT coveror remove operatinginstructions,and safety related warning labels and materials amxed to the water

heater.

Failureto heedthis will result in the possibilityof a fire or

explOSiOn,

Table of Contents

q¢="'_,a,_yPrecautions ............................................................................................................................................2-4

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

Customer

Kesponslbllltles .......................................................................................................................6

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

Materials and Basic Tools Needed ...............................................................................................7

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

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

Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................................8-18

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

Factsto Consider About the Location............................ ...................................................................................................... 9-10

Securing Water Heater to Floor and Wall ................................................................................................................................ 11

Water Piping ..................... ._........................................................................ ....................................................................... 11-1

Temperature-Pressure RaeliefValve ........... 13

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

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

Gas Piping .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15

_Fuel Conversion Instructions .......................................................................................................................................... 16-17

Installation Checklist .............................................................................................................................................................. 18

"""Uperatmg Instructions .........................................................................................................................19-21

Eighting ............................................................................................................................................................................. 19-20

Temperature Regulation.......................................................................................................................................................... 21

Service

and

A I.

Alljustment ......................................................................................................................22-23

Tank (Sediment) Cleaning ..................... 22

Burner Inspection ................................................................................................................................................................... 22

Burner Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22

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

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation .......................................................................................................................... 23

Drain ValveWasher Replacement ........................................................................................................................................... 23

Housekeeping ..................... :................................................................................................................................................... 23

Service .................................................................................................................................................................................... 23

Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................24-2;

Start Up Conditions ............................................................................................................................................................... 24

Thermal Expansion ............................................................................................................................................................... 24

Strange Sounds ..................................................................................................................................................................... 24

Condensation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 25

Smoke/Odor ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25

Operational Conditions ..................................................................................................................................................... 25-26

Smdly Water ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25

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

High Temperature Shut OffSysrem ...................................................................................................................................... 26

Not Enough Hot Water ........................................................................................................................................................ 26

Water is too Hot ................................................................................................................................................................... 26

Leakage Checkpoints .............................................................................................................................................................. 27

Parts Order List ...............................................................................................................................................28-29

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 cal! the local Sears Service Center or any Sears store. They will arrangefor prompt,

quality installation by Sears'authorized contractors. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual

A.G.A. - American Gas Association

A.N.S.I. - American National Standards Institute N.EEA. - National Fire Protection Agency

The gas fired water heater is design certified by the American Gas Association Laboratories under

American National Standards for Gas Water Heaters for Installation in Manufactured Houses, (Mobili_ Homes).

Instructions to Mobile Home Manufacturers: The installation must conform with the Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (Formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Construction and Safety Title 24 (Part 280), 1975.

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 latest edi- tion of the National Fuel Gas code, ANSI Z223.1,

also referred to as NFPA 54. This publication isavail- 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. Allwarnings and all instructions are essential to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety. Since we cannot put everything on the first few pages,

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

The gas fired water heater is design certified by the American Gas Association Laboratories under American National Standards for Gas Water Heaters for Installation in ManufacturedHouses, (Mobile Homes).

Instructions to Mobile Home Manufacturers: The installation must conform with the ManufacturedHome Construction and Safety Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (Formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Construction and SafetyTitle 24 (Part 280), 1975. Instruction for replacement installation: The installation must conform with the instructions in this

manual; gas company rules; andLocal Codes, or in the absence of Local Codes, with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas

code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to asNFPA 54. This publica-

tion is available from your local government or public library

or gas company or by writing NFPA, Batterymarch Park,

Quincy, MA 02269. If afterreading this manual you have any questions or do not understand any portion of the instructions, call the Sears

Service Center. Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water

heater. Correct combustion, vent action, and vent pipe instal- lation are very 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

MODEL

NUMBER

TANK

CAPACITY

IN GALLONS

TYPE

GAS

B.T.U.

RATE

MINIMUM

VENT

PIPE

RECOVERY RATE

GALS. PER HOUR

@90°F RISE

NAT. PROPANE(LP.)

31.0 31.0

153.333831 30 NAT/PROPANE(LP.) 30,000 Y'

153.333931 40 NAT/PROPANE(L.P.) 30,000 3"

DIMENSIONS IN INCHES

HEIGHT TO

DIAMETER JACKET TOP

16" 56" 18" 56½"

Materials and Basic Tools Needed

Materials Needed

To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these materi-

als, depending on your type ofinstaUation.

Water Heater Installation Kit

IXIBLE V_ _TER GA

._TOR WI

FITTINGS

VENT ELBOW FLEXIBLE WATER

EXPANSION TANKS HEATER GAS CON- FOR THERMAL NECTOR WITH EXPANSION CONDI- TIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLON AND 5 GALLON CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTERS

WATER HEATER INSTAL- LATION KIT WITH FLEXI- BLE CONNECTORS FOR 314" OR I/2" THREADED COPPER PLUMBING

WATER HEATER STAND 24"x24"xl 8"

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

VENT PIPE

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

DRILL

ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING

• Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw

• Propane Torch

• Soft Solder

• Solder Flux

• EmeryCIoth

• Wire Brushes

HACKSAW

3/4" WIRE BRUSH

112"WIRE BRUSH

ROLL OF LEAD 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

If the main gas line shutoff serving all gasappliancesis

used,alsoshut "OFF" the gas at eachappliance. Leaveall

gasappliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installa-

tion s compete.

Turn water to water

"OFF" the the

heater. Some installations require that

the water be turned off to the entire

house.

Q Check again to make sure the gas supply

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

the gas control valve.

Attach a to water heater drain

hose the

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 afterany 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.

Q 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 beremoved.

Qb.

If you have galvanized pipe to the water

heater, loosen the two ga-lvanized pipes

with a,pipe wrench at the union in each

line. _so disconnect the piping remain-

ing to the water heater. These pieces

should be saved since they may be need-

ed when reconnecting the new water

heater. Disconnect the temperature-pres-

sure relief valve drain line. When the

water heater is drained, disconnect the

hose from the drain valve. Close the

drain valve. The water heater is now

completely disconnected and ready to be

removed.

AWARNING I

The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely I

hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are I

tight and that the water flow is directed away from any

person.

ACAUTION I

Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the I

old water heater. This causes the water heater to be much I

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

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 criti.c,71points 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.

-ENCLOSURE INSTALLATIONS:

"The installation of this water heater must be within an

=endosure 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 endosuse from the

inside of the mobile home. This water heater must be installed using Method A or B.

INSTALLATION METHOD A: An enclosurewith 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

V4"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 a minimum of 20 square inches.

INSTALLATION METHOD B: An optional enclosure incorporating a solid exterior access door, when a 5 or8" diame-

ter, or 20 square inch minimum equivalent free air opening is located in the floor of the endosure. The opening must be cov- ered by a '/4"wire mesh.

HOT WATER

OUTLET

GAS SUPPLY

SOUD

DO'SRtOR

DOOR OF

MOBILEHOME

OUTSIDE

WALLOF

HOBILE

HOME

MOUNTING

OUTSIDE WALL OF

MOBILE

HOME

HOT WATER

OUTLET

MOUNTING

BRACKET

GAS SUPPLY _111 !

BRACKETS

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 valve. Be sure to allow adequate clearance for servicing the water heater and for access to the pip- ing and temperature-pressure reliefvalve.

NOTE: DOOR MUST BE ON OUTSIDE WALL OF MOBILE HOME.

I" MIK I" MIN.

I" HIM,

4" MIN.

INSTALLATION CLEARANCES TOP VIEW

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

Facts to Consider About the Location (cont'd)

AWARNING

Minimum clearancesbetween the water beater and com- bustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear,4" at the front,and6"from theventpipe.Clearancefromthe topofthe

acketis12"on mostmodelsNote that a lesserdimensionmay

be allowedonsome models.Referto the abe on the water beateradjacentto the gascontrolvalveforallclearance_

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 ifitake opening with a minimum flee 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.

AWARNING

A gaswater heatercannotoperate properlywithoutthe cor-

rect amountof airfor combustion.Do not installin aconfined areasuchacloset,unlessyouprovideairasshowninthe "Facts

to ConsiderAbout the Location"sectionon page9. Never obstructthe flowof ventilationair.If youhaveanydoubtsor questionsat all,callyour gascompanyor SearsServiceCenter Failureto providethe properamountof combustionair can result in a fire or explosionand cancauseDEATH, SERIOUS BODILYINJUI_,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.

AWARNING

When the system requires water at temperatures higher than required for other uses,the hot water system may require a means such asa mixing valve to be installed to temper the water at certain points of use. Some peop!e are more likely to be permanently injured byhot water than others; these include the elderly, children, the infirm, or the physically/mentallyhand-

icapped.Beforeimmersing yourself or anyone elsein hot water, be sure to check the water temperature. WARNING: HOT- TER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY. (Also see "Temperature Regulation" section) Mixing valvesare availableat plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow manu-

facturers instructionsfor installation of these valves.

AWARNING

Thiswater heater shallnot be connectedto anyheatingsys- temsorcomponent(s)previouslyusedwitha nonpotablewater heatingappliance.

AWARNING

If this water heater will be usedin beauty shops, barber shops,

cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry

cleaningequipment, it is imperative that the water heater or

water 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 the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 also referred to as NFPA 54 for specificsprovided concernin air required.

_ AWARNING

Toxicchemicalssuch_ent ofboilersor non-

potablewaterheatingappliancesshallneverbeinmxlucedinto a potablewater heatingsystem.

ACAUTION

WATER HEATERSEVENTUALLY LEAK: Installationof the

water heater must be accomplishedin sucha mannerthat if the tankor anyconnectionsshouldleak,the flowofwater will

notcausedamageto the structure.When suchlocationscan. not be avoided,a suitable drainpanshould be installedunder

the water heater.Drain pansare availableatyour localSea_

store.Sucha drain panmust be not greater than 1½inches deep,havea minimum lengthand width of at least 2 inches greaterthan the water heater dimensionsandmustbe piped toan adequatedrain.The panmustnotrestrict combustionair

flow.Underno circumstancesisthe manufactureror Searsto be heldliablefor anywater damagein connectionwith this

waterheater.

When a drain pan is required, the installation must conform to

"Method A" on page 9.

AWARNING

INSTALLATIONSIN AREASWHERE FLAMMABLELIQUIDS (VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED (GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC): Flammableliquids(suchasgasoline,solvents,propane(LP) or butane, etc.), all of which emit flammablevapors,may be improperlystoredor usedinsuchareas.The gaswater heater

pilotlightor main burnercanignitesuchvapors.The resulting flashbackandfirecancausedeathor seriousburnsto anyonein thearea,aswellaspropertydamage.

If installationinsuchareasisyour onlyoption,thenthe installa- tion mustbe accomplishedin a waythat the pilotflameand

mainburnerflamearee[avatedfromtheflooratleast18inches.

While thismayreducethechangesof flammablevaporsfroma

floorspillbeingignited,gasolineandotherflammablesubstances

shouldneverbestored or usedinthe sameroom or areacon-

raininga gaswaterheateror otheropenflameorsparkproduc-

ingappliance.

NOTE: Flammablevaporsmaybe drawnbyair currentsfrom

otherareasofthe structuretotheappliance.

AWARNING

Propellants of aerosolspraysand volatilecompounds,(clean-

ers,chlorinebasedchemicals,refrigerants, etc.) inadditionto

beinghighlyflammablein manycases,will alsochangeto cor- rosive hydrochloricacid whenexposedto the combustion productsofthe water heater.The results canbe hazardous and alsocauseproductfailure.

AWARNING

Thiswater heater mustnot be installeddirectlyon carpeting. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel

beneaththe applianceextendingbeyondthe fullwidth and depth of the applianceby at least 3 inches(76.2mm) in any direction,or ifthe applianceis installedin an alcoveor closet, the entirefloor mustbe coveredbythe panel.Failureto heed thiswarningmayresult inafirehazard.

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