Kenmore 153.552400, Use And Care Manual

Page 1: ...heater Si no puede leer o entender el inglés y necesita el manual de instrucciones en español puede solicitarlo al 1 800 821 2017 NO TRATE DE INSTALAR U OPERAR ESTE CALENTADOR DE AGUA SI NO ENTIENDE LAS INSTRUCCIONES No hacer caso de esta advertencia podría originar lesiones graves o mortales ADVERTENCIA LOW LEAD CONTENT Use Care Guide Model No 153 552400 40 Gallon Tall 153 552500 50 Gallon Tall P...

Page 2: ...list of substances known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm and requires businesses to warn of potential exposure to such substances WARNING This product contains a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm This appliance can cause low level exposure to some of the substances included in the a...

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Page 4: ...rature Regulation 21 Operating the Temperature Control System 22 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT 23 28 Venting System Inspection 23 Burner Inspection 23 Removing the Burner Door Assembly 24 Ultra Low NOx Natural Gas Burner 24 Replacing the Pilot Thermopile Assembly 24 25 External Inspection Cleaning of the Flame Trap 25 Cleaning the Combustion Chamber and Flame Trap 25 Replacing the Burner Door Assembly 26...

Page 5: ... easily be determined to have the appropriate certification logo Disclaimer of implied warranties limitation of remedies Customer s sole and exclusive remedy under this limited warranty shall be product repair or replacement as provided herein Implied warranties including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose are limited to one year on the water heater and twelve years ...

Page 6: ... jurisdiction In the absence of local codes installations shall comply with the current edition of The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 This publication is available from the Canadian Standards Association 8501 East Pleasant Valley Rd Cleveland Ohio 44131 or The National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 If after reading this manual you have any questions or...

Page 7: ... DIAMETER 22 559 mm OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28 711 mm DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 26 660 mm OR LESS BASIC TOOLS You may or may not need all these tools depending on your type of installation These tools can be purchased at your local Sears Store Pipe Wrenches 2 14 356 mm Screwdriver Tin Snips 6 1 82 m Tape or Folding Ruler Garden Hose Drill Pipe Dope or Teflon Tape ADDITIONAL TOO...

Page 8: ...P Inlet Dip Tube Q Temperature Pressure Relief Valve R Rating Plate S Flue Baffle T Gas Control Valve Thermostat U Drain Valve V Pilot and Burner DoorAssemblies W Flue X Metal Drain Pan A B C D E F G H I J X W V U T Q P F M N O S K L R 6 MAXIMUM AIR GAP DISCHARGE PIPE Do not cap or plug VACUUM RELIEF VALVE INSTALL PER LOCAL CODES INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION TANK IF WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED IN A CLO...

Page 9: ...o the water heater the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately four inches away from where they connect to the water heater See Figure 6 This will avoid cutting off 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...

Page 10: ...r when leakage is detected Sensors mounted in the metal drain pan that turn off the water supply to the entire home when water is detected in the metal drain pan Water supply shut off devices that activate based on the water pressure differential between the cold water and hot water pipes connected to the water heater Devices that will turn off the gas supply to a gas water heater while at the sam...

Page 11: ...ce from the top of the jacket is 8 inches 203 mm on most models Note that a lesser dimension may be allowed on some models Refer to the label attached adjacent to the gas control valve on the water heater FIGURE 8 FIGURE 9 A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the correct amount of air for combustion See Figure 9 Do not install in a confined area such as a closet unless you provide ai...

Page 12: ...pace The total input of all gas utilization equipment installed in the combined space shall be considered in making this determination Each opening shall have a minimum free area of one square inch per 1 000 Btu per hour 22 cm2 kW of the total input rating of all gas utilization equipment in the confined space but not less than 100 square inches 645 cm2 One opening shall commence within 12 inches ...

Page 13: ...alve at each point of use Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores See Figure 14 Valves for reducing point of use temperature by mixing cold and hot water are also available Follow manufacturer s instructions for installation of the valves Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat read the Temperature Regulation section in this manual FIGURE 14 Louvers and Gril...

Page 14: ...ater when connected to copper pipe Figure 15 shows the typical attachment of the water piping to the water heater The water heater is equipped with 3 4 NPT water connections NOTE If using copper tubing solder tubing to an adapter before attaching the adapter to the cold water inlet connection Do not solder the cold water supply line directly to the cold water inlet It will harm the dip tube and da...

Page 15: ...with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water heater 150 psi 1 035kPa and a discharge capacity not less than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating plate For safe operation of the water heater the relief valve must not be removed from its designated opening nor plugged The temperature pressure relief valve must be installed directl...

Page 16: ...de poisoning Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification as complying with the current edition of the 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 local Sears Service Center or the local gas supplier for further information To ensure proper venting of this gas fi...

Page 17: ...erants swimming pool chemicals calcium and sodium chloride waxes bleach and process chemicals are typical compounds which are potentially corrosive Gas Piping Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the model rating plate The inlet gas pressure must not exceed 14 inch water column 3 5kPa for natural and propane gas L P gas The minimum inlet gas pressure listed on the rating plate is ...

Page 18: ...proper operation of the gas control valve that may result in fire or explosion Before attaching the gas line be sure that all gas pipe is clean on the inside To trap any dirt or foreign material in the gas supply line a sediment trap must be incorporated in the piping The sediment trap must be readily accessible Install in accordance with the Gas Piping section Refer to the current edition of the ...

Page 19: ...understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to light or re light the pilot Make sure that the view port sight glass is not missing or damaged See Figure 24 Make sure the tank is completely filled with water before lighting the pilot Check the data plate near the gas control valve thermostat for the correct gas Do not use this water heater with any gas other than the one listed on the ...

Page 20: ...ow a discoloration on the air intake grid and require replacement of the entire water heater 1 STOP It is imperative that you read all safety warnings before lighting the pilot 2 Turn the gas control temperature knob counterclock wise to the OFF setting 3 Wait ten 10 minutes to clear out any gas If you then smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above on this label If you do not smell g...

Page 21: ...installing a mixing valve at each point of use Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores Follow manufacturer s instructions for installation of the valves Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat see Figures 21 and 22 Never allow small children to use a hot water tap or to draw their own bath water Never leave a child or handicapped person unattended in a batht...

Page 22: ...e water system See Air in Hot Water Faucets page 30 NOTE The actual temperature of the water in most installations will be greater than 55 F due to the surrounding environment and the pilot flame Status Light Codes Normal Flashes 0 Flashes Indicates Control Off Pilot Out 1 Flash Indicates Normal Operation Continuous Light indicates the gas control valve thermostat is shutting down Diagnostic Flash...

Page 23: ...ical compounds which are potentially corrosive If when inspecting the vent system you find sooting or deterioration something is wrong Call the local gas supplier to correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting before resuming operation of the water heater Burner Inspection Flood damage to a water heater may not be readily visible or immediately detectable However over a period of...

Page 24: ...IRE RED WIRE LEFT SIDE PILOT TUBE MANIFOLD TUBE IGNITER BUTTON IGNITER LEAD WIRE WHITE WIRE RIGHT SIDE VAC SENSOR WIRES FIGURE 25 Ultra Low NOx Natural Gas Burner Check the burner to see if it is dirty or clogged The burner may be cleaned with soft paint brush Figure 26 Do not use a wire brush or any tool that may damage the burner screen Important Do not use the burner if the burner screen is dam...

Page 25: ...res through the top opening of the manifold component block Figure 27 Be sure that the igniter wire is positioned through the middle opening of the manifold component block Position the pilot tube through the bottom opening of the manifold component block 11 See Replacing the Burner Door Assembly External Inspection Cleaning of the Flame Trap Although not likely to occur if debris collects on the ...

Page 26: ...ection 9 Check for leaks by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak detection solution Bubbles forming indicate a leak Correct any leak found IMPORTANT All leaks must be fixed immediately 10 Replace the outer door DOOR GASKET BRACKET FLAME TRAP FIGURE 30 Piezoelectric Igniter System The piezoelectric igniter system consists of the igniter button electrode and wire The pilot is ignited by an elec...

Page 27: ...ve that screws into tank Be sure to remove the pilot ferrule nut from the new gas control valve thermostat Turn the gas supply on and check for leaks Test the water heater by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak detection solution Bubbles forming indicate a leak Correct any leak found Be sure tank is completely filled with water before lighting and activating the water heater Follow the Light...

Page 28: ...water line or a water meter with a check valve Consult the Sears Service Center for further information Do not plug the temperature pressure relief valve Draining It is recommended that the tank be drained and flushed every 6 months to remove sediment which may build up during operation The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures To drain the tank perform the...

Page 29: ...art Expansion Tank Capacity Needed Inlet Water Pressure Water Heater Capacity Gallons 30 40 50 66 82 40 psi 2 2 2 5 5 50 psi 2 2 2 5 5 60 psi 2 2 2 5 5 70 psi 2 2 5 5 5 80 psi 2 5 5 5 5 Highest recorded inlet water pressure in a 24 hour period or regulated water pressure NOTE Expansion tanks are pre charged with a 40 psi air charge If the inlet water pressure is higher than 40 psi the expansion ta...

Page 30: ... water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater models by replacing 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 Anode replacement and chlorination of the tank are not covered by the water heater s lim...

Page 31: ...corrective steps taken Leakage from other appliances water lines or ground seepage should also be checked To check where threaded portion enters tank insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting If cotton is wet follow draining instructions in the Draining section and then remove fitting Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads and replace When you are finished follow the steps in Fill...

Page 32: ...ocate source and correct 9 ECO switch open 10 Pilot line or orifice clogged 11 Non functioning thermopile 12 Air for combustion obstructed 13 Flammable vapors incident FVIR function utilized 9 Replace gas control valve thermostat 10 Clean locate source and correct 11 Replace thermopile 12 See maintenance section for inspection and cleaning of flame trap 13 Eliminate flammable vapor source s Call 1...

Page 33: ... pressure 3 Flue clogged 4 Thermostat not functioning properly 5 Heater installed in a confined area 6 Burner flame yellow lazy 1 Provide ventilation to water heater Check flue way flue baffle burner 2 Check with gas utility company 3 Clean locate source and correct 4 Replace thermostat 5 Provide fresh air ventilation 6 See Burner Flame Yellow Lazy CONDENSATION 1 Temperature setting too low 1 Incr...

Page 34: ...e Remove the outer door Look through the sight glass for a pilot flame If a pilot flame is observed with the gas control valve thermostat knob set to the OFF position the pilot valve is stuck open Turn the main gas supply OFF Replace the gas control valve thermostat If you feel uncomfortable with this procedure contact a qualified technician If the pilot flame is not observed when the gas control ...

Page 35: ...Ventilation Air Conditioning Refrigeration authorized service provider to correct the combustion air supply ventilation issue Correct size of openings to allow sufficient air NO YES YES YES NO Check the vent system for restrictions obstructions and check the vent termination height Refer to the Installation Instructions section of this manual for specific requirements NO Section C Pilot light will...

Page 36: ...2400 153 552500 1 Draft Hood 185917 001 185917 001 2 Nipple w Heat Trap Hot models with side T P Relief Valve 9003915 9003915 3 Combination Dip Tube Heat Trap Nipple 100217964 100217964 4a Anode Rod models with side T P Relief Valve 9003892 9003892 4b Anode Rod Heat Trap Combination models with top T P Relief Valve 100112446 100112446 5 T P Relief Valve Located Top Or Side 9000728 9000728 6 Drain ...

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