Kenmore POWER MISER 9 153.335816, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ... and liq uids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance _ _ VHAT 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 9 o Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier s nstructions _r If you can not reach your gas suppher call the fire department Installation and service must b...

Page 2: ...ing the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems and the latest edition of ANSI Z21 22 and the code requirements of ASME If replaced the valve must meet the 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 f...

Page 3: ...OUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE _ WARNING The power vent water heater requires its own separate venting system It cannot be connected to an existing vent pipe or chimney It must be terminated horizontally to the outdoors Failure to properly install the venting system can result in asphyxiation a fire or explosion and can cause DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJUR_ OR PROPERTY DAM AGE WARNING No vent da...

Page 4: ...minimum length and width of at least 2 inches greater than the water heater dimensions and must be piped to an ade quate drain The pan must not restrict combustion air flow Under no circumstances is the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water damage in connec tion with this water heater _ WARNING HYDROGEN GAS Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system that has not been used f...

Page 5: ...on Checklist 20 Operating Instructions 21 24 Lighting 22 23 Temperature Regulation 24 Service and Adjustment 25 27 Tank Sediment Cleaning 25 Venting System Inspection 25 Oiling Instructions 25 Burner Inspection 25 Burner Cleaning 25 L P Gas Control Valve Burner Assembly Replacement Information 26 Draining 26 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation 26 Drain Valve Washer Replacement 27 Housekeep...

Page 6: ...your safety _nce we cannot put everything on the firstfew pages READ HE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER The installation must conform with the instructions in this manual _as company rules and Local Codes or in the absence otLocal Codes with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas code ANSI Z223 1 also referred to as NFPA 54 This publication is available ...

Page 7: ... 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 TER 18 OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28 DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 26 OR LESS Basic Tools You may or may not need all of these tools depending on your type of installation These tools can be purchased at your local Sears store Pipe Wrenches 2 14 Screwdriv...

Page 8: ...opper 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 com...

Page 9: ...greater than 1 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 manu facturer or Sears to be held liable for any water damage in connection with this water heater 5 The location selection must provide adequate clearances for ser...

Page 10: ...erminate at least4 feet below 4 feet horizontallyfrom or 1 foot aboveany door windowor gravity air inlet into the building Figure3a 18 minimum in all directions from any obstruction that may interfere Figure3b 18 minimum from other gravityor natural appliance outlet vents when directlyaboveor 135 to either sideof centerline Figure3c 36 minimum from any outlet ventswhen directlybelowor 45 to either...

Page 11: ...ncing within 12 inches from the bottom of the enclosure The openings shall communicate directly or by ducts with the outdoors or spaces crawl or attic that freely communicate with the outdoors j Figure 6 ii _Utlt_rlO_LOUVE S 1 When directly communicating with the outdoors each opening shall have a minintum free area of 1 square inch per 4 000 BTU per hour of total input rating of all equipment in ...

Page 12: ... situation NOTE To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and cold water fittings it is strongly recommended that dielec tric unions or couplings be 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 inch water connections NOTE If using copper tubing solder tubing to an adap...

Page 13: ...ther obstruction is to be placed between the relief valve and the tank Do not connect tubing directly to discharge drain unlessa 6 air gap is provided To preventbodily injury haz ard to life or property damage the relief valve must be allowed to dischargewater in quantities shouldcircumstancesdemand If the discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other suitable means the water flow may causep...

Page 14: ...terisequipped for 1101120 voltsonly DO NOT USE THIS WATER HEATER WITH ANY VOLTAGE OTHER THAN THE ONE SHOWN ABOVE Failureto usethe correctvoltagecancauseproblems whichcanresult in DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURYOR PROPERTYDAMAGE If you haveanyquestions or doubts consult yourelectriccompany CAUTION If wiling from the fuse box or circuit breaker box was alu minum for the old water heater replace it with ...

Page 15: ... WHITE GROUND l BLACK W_ITE I_V GAS _LEN_r_ PRESSURE SWitCH Venting AWARNING Toinsureproperventingof thisgas fired water heater the cor rect vent pipe diameter must be utilized Any additionsof other gas appliances on vent with this water heater will adverse yaffectthe operatonofthe water heater The combustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed AWARNING The water heater with draft hood...

Page 16: ...Schedule 4045 vent cap with wire screen 2 A 3 PVC Schedule 40 90 street ell used to connect the vent pipe to the water heater when the vent pipe is to be turned horizontally directly off the blower 3 A 5 section of 3 PVC Schedule 40 pipe more may be required and must be supplied locally 3 PVC SCHEDULE 40 90 ELBOW VENT CAP WITH SCREEN I 1 The water heater requires its own separate venting system 2 ...

Page 17: ...all a physician or poison control center immediately If inhaled get fresh air and seek medical attention if ill feelings persist In case of eye and skin contact immediately flush with plenty of water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention if irri tation persists KEEP OUT OR REACH OF CHILDREN All primers cleaners and cements must meet all local codes and applicable standards of the American Soci...

Page 18: ...eater through the wall or from the wall to the water heater whichever is most convenient The vent pipe must extend a minimum of IV_ through the exterior wall Extending the vent cap as far as possible from the surface of the exterior wall will help minimize discoloration of the wall in this area which may be caused by the flue gases Note that the inside col lar must be slipped over the vent piping ...

Page 19: ...nt union between the shutoffvalve and control valve to permit servicing of the unit Be sure to check all the gas piping for leaks before lighting the water heater Use a soapy water solution not a match or open flame Rinse offsoapy solution and wipe dry MANUAL SHUT OFF j_ AS SUPPLY PIPING VALVE FLEXIBLE GAS CONNECTOR LABELED AS COMPLYING WITH ANSI STANDARDS LOOP GROUND JOIN_ UNION Optional 3 MIN St...

Page 20: ...Heater secnon Is there proper clearance between the water heater and any thing that might catch fire See the Locating the New water Heater section Do you have adequate ventilation so that the water heater will operate properly See Combustion Air and Ventilation in the Locat ng the New Water Heater section Is the draft hood vent ppi ingp roperly secured_ See Venting instructions in the Installing t...

Page 21: ... knob located on the thermostat must be turned to the ON position for the gas to be able to flow 5 The venting manual reset switch must be in the closed posi tion See Venting Manual Reset Switch in the For Your Information Section 6 There is a non resettable hi limit switch in the thermostat which must be good closed for the thermostat to be oper ated See High Temperature Shut Off System in the Fo...

Page 22: ...ethe premises I Figure 9 I Lighting and operating instructions are located on front of the water heater above or to one side of the gas control valve _ WARNING AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SHELL 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 n...

Page 23: ...ation aboveon this label If you don t smellgas go to the nextstep 7 Remove or open inner door located below the gas controlunit 8 Findpilot followmetaltubefromgascontrol Thepilot is locatedonthemanifoldTHERMOCOUPLE PILOT BURNER insidethe combustion n J chamber _9 t J _ 9 If you don t smell gas turn knob on gas control counter clockwise _ to PILOT position Figure9 Page22 10 Push in control knob all...

Page 24: ...sing the lowest 3ossibletemperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs means such asa mixing valve shouldbe usedat the hot water taps used by these people or at the water heater Mixing valves are availableat plumbing supplyor hardware stores Follow man ufacturers instructions for installation of the valves Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat read the Temperature Regulati...

Page 25: ...esent a serious health risk or asphyxiation I AWARNING Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent escape of dangerous flue gasses which could cause deadly asphyxiation AWARNING J If after inspection of the vent system you found sooting or I deterioration something is wrong Call the local gas utility to correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting before resum ng oper...

Page 26: ...r to terminate to an adequate drain Close the cirain valve Follow instructions in the Filling The Water Heater section Follow the lighting instructions in the Lighting section to restart the water heater Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation The temperature pressure rehefvalve must be manually operated at least once a year TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE DISCHARGE PIPE Failure to install a...

Page 27: ...hting instructions in the Lighting section to restart the water heater _ HANDLEAND CAP ASSEMBLY WASHER Housekeeping Vacuum around base of water heater for dust dirt and lint on a regular basis Combustible materials such as clothing cleaning materials or flammable liquids etc must not be placed against or adjacent to the water heater To insure sufficient ventilation and combustion air supply prop e...

Page 28: ...ears Service Center for assistance in controlling these situations Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications Model Tank C_lpacity Dimensions in Inches i Pipe Fitting Number In Gallons D ameter Length On Tank 153 331020 2 8 inches 127 inches Vi Male i531331050 5 llinches 14_inches W Male 4 Expansion Tank Sizing Chart Water Heater Capacity Gallons HOT _ m m _ COLD WATERHEATER 3 COLDWATER PRESSURE I1 bIN...

Page 29: ... 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 factors which must all be present for the odor to develop a a concentration of sulfate in the supply water b little or no dissolved oxygen in the water c a sulfate ...

Page 30: ...ice Center AWARNING Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater the water temperature in certain situations may be hotter than the thermostat setting Short 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...

Page 31: ...he leaking Small amounts of water from temperature pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pres sure in your area The relief valve be Q temperature pressure may leaking at the tank fitting O Water a drain valve may be due to the valve opened from slightly The may be leaking at the tank fitting drain valve products water vapor can con Combustion contain which dense on th...

Page 32: ...e thermostat I t Turn ON gas supply Yes J ls pilot lit Pilot won t light 1 Check thermocouple Bad Light Pilot See Lighting Instructions in manual or attachedJ to water heater 1 1 Pilot lights I Good I I Turn gas cock knob to ON Replace thermostat Replace thermocouple Replace thermostat Call gas company to increase gas_ pressure No J Yes s gascock KnOD turneo ui _ L No Yes Is thermostat calling for...

Page 33: ...0v _j ON OFF SWITCH GAS PRESSURE SWITCH G 12OV GAS SOLENOID HI LIMIT SW TCH C No AIR PRESSUR SWITCH INDICATOR LIGHT 120V 0 HOT NC AIR PRESSURE SWITCH GROUND 1 I I I MANUAL HI LIMIT SWITCH _ WHITE m m 120V GAS SOLENOID GASPRESSURE MANIFOLO NATURAL GAS 37 WC MLN PROPANE LP GAS 8 WC MIN 33 ...

Page 34: ...ostat is calling for heat I Yes Go to Thermostat and Gas Supply Check sect on No r Supply 110 120 volts eel No I r I 1 Turn on No _ Check at 1 for 110 120 volts to ground I I No i I p a swit h I I e No a Replacegas pressure switch NOTE Requires minimum 31 2 W C for natural gas or 8 W_C for J _ No a propane L P gas to operate 1 Does power cord or power wiring have 110 120 volts available recep tacl...

Page 35: ...s _ No j Is indicator light on I Yes I Replace indicator light Secure air pressure line Replace air pressure switch _ No t I Yes Is air pressure line secured to air pressure switch with opposite end I secured to pressure tap on blower housing See 6 and 7 I Yes Is there venting restriction or low voltage 110V rain req I Yes l Remove restriction or correct voltage _ _ No t ls main burner on Yes ALL ...

Page 36: ...POWER MISER TM 9 POWER VENT GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153 335816 40 Gal 153 335845 40 Gal High Altitude L P 153 335862 40 Gal L P 153 335916 50 Gal 153 335942 50 Gal High Altitude L P 153 335962 50 Gal L P 5 13 36 ...

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Page 38: ...R MISER TM 9 POWER VENT GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153 335816 40 Gal 153 335845 40 Gal High Altitude L P 153 335862 40 Gal L P 153 335916 50 Gal 153 335942 50 Gal High Altitude L P 153 335962 50 Gal L P 5 I 31 _ I I 38 ...

Page 39: ...0870 F145 1331 F145 1331 9001513 9001513 9002673 9002673 9001773 9001773 9001976 9001976 9001978 9001978 9000275 9000275 0270116 0270116 Note For Propane L E model s this part has left hand threads These parts are also available at most Sears retail stores tReplaced only on return of damaged plate Not Illustrated Now that you have purchased your Gas Water Heater should a need ever exist for repair...

Page 40: ...nish a replacement free of charge You will be charged for labor If the water heater is subjected to commercial institutional industrial or use in residences of two families or more the above warranty coverage for tanks that leak is effective for 2 years from the date of purchase and the above parts warranty is effective for 1year from the date of purchase To obtain warranty service SIMPLY CALL 1 8...