Kenmore 153.336334, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...O TRATE DE INSTALAR U OPERAR ESTE CALENTADOR DE AGUA SI NO ENTIENDE LAS INSTRUCCIONES No hacer caso de esta advertencia podria originar lesiones graves o mortales Safety Instructions Installation Operation Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts List For Your Safety AN ODORANT ISADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a...

Page 2: ...arm This appliance can cause low level exposure to some of the substances included in the act IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS Qualified Technician A qualified technician must have ability equivalent to a licensed tradesman in the fields of plumbing air supply venting and gas supply including a thorough understanding of the requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code as it relates to the installation of gas f...

Page 3: ...sure Use only gas shown on rating plate Maintain required clearances to combustibles Keep ignition sources away from faucets after extended period of non use Read instruction manual before installing using or servicing water heater Explosion Hazard Overheated water can cause water tank explosion Properly sized temperature and pressure relief valve must be installed in opening provided Breathing Ha...

Page 4: ...ibility 14 15 Filling the Water Heater 15 GAS SUPPLY 15 16 Gas Requirements 15 Gas Piping 15 Gas Pressure 16 Gas Pressure Testing 16 LP Gas Only 16 COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY VENTILATION 17 20 Unconfined Space 17 Confined Space 17 All Air from Inside the Building 17 18 All Air from Outdoors 18 Louvers and Grilles 18 19 Vent Pipe System 19 Draft Hood Installation 19 Vent Pipe Size 19 Vent Connectors 19 ...

Page 5: ...nal Inspection Cleaning of theBase Ring Filter 29 Removing theManifold Burner Assembly 29 Removing theBurner fromtheManifold Burner Assembly 29 Replacing theThermocouple 29 30 Replacing thePilot Pilot TubeAssembly 30 Cleaning theCombustion Chamber andFlame arrestor 30 Replacing theManifold Burner Assembly 31 Piezoelectric Igniter System 31 Testing theIgniterSystem 32 Removing andReplacing theGasCo...

Page 6: ... Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product Here s what the Agreement includes Parts and labor needed to help keep products operating properly under normal use not just defects Our coverage goes well beyond the product warranty No deductibles no functional failure excluded from coverage real protection Expert service by a force of more than 10 000 authorized Sears service technicians...

Page 7: ...l Gas CodeANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 This publication is available from the Canadian StandardsAssociation 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 do not understand any portion of the instructions call the Sears Service Center Carefully plan the place where you a...

Page 8: ...114 Natural 35 500 36 34 3 76 or4 102 16 406 58 00 1473 153 336382 30 114 Propane 32 000 32 75 3 76 or4 102 16 406 58 00 1473 L P 153 336434 40 151 Natural 35 500 36 34 3 76 or4 102 20 508 47 75 1213 153 336472 40 151 Natural 35 500 36 34 3 76 or4 102 18 457 58 14 1477 153 336482 40 151 Propane 35 500 36 34 3 76 or4 102 18 457 58 14 1477 L P 153 336572 50 189 Natural 35 500 36 34 3 76 or4 102 20 5...

Page 9: ...m 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 DRILL SLOT HEAD SCREWDRIVER PHIL...

Page 10: ...Drain Pan X Piezo Igniter Y Base Ring Filter INSTALL INACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES DRIP LEG AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES TO VENT TERMINATION ON ROOF _ A B D E F G H_ V INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION TANK IF WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED IN A CLOSED WATER SYSTEM M VACUUM RELIEF VALVE INSTALL PER LOCAL CODES _ p S GAS CONTROL VALVE THERMOSTAT WHITE RODGERS GAS CONTROL KNOB WATER TEMPERATURE DIAL ADJUSTING DIAL...

Page 11: ...areas that contain negative pressure producing devices such as exhaust fans dryers fireplaces etc Is there a furnace air handler in the same room space as the water heater If so has a return air duct system been attached that exits the room If so check for leaks on the air duct system If no air duct system is present correct immediately by contacting a local Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Re...

Page 12: ...ect the vent pipe from the draft hood where it connects 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 a draft hood which must be used for proper operation If you have copper piping to the water heater the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately...

Page 13: ...area Site Location Select a location near the center of the water piping system The water heater must be installed indoors and in a vertical position on a level surface DO NOT install in bathrooms bedrooms or any occupied room normally kept closed Locate the water heater as close to the chimney or gas vent as practical Consider the vent system piping and combustion air supply requirements when sel...

Page 14: ...eater while at the same time shutting off its water supply Insulation Blankets Insulation blankets available to the general public for external use on gas water heaters are not necessary with Kenmore products The purpose of an insulation blanket is to reduce the standby heat toss encountered with storage tank heaters Your Kenmore water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conserva...

Page 15: ... If the information does not agree with the type of gas available do not install or light Call your dealer NOTE An odorant is added by the gas supplier to the gas used by this water heater This odorant may fade over an extended period of time Do not depend upon this odorant as an indication of leaking gas Gas Piping The gas piping must be installed according to all local and state codes or in the ...

Page 16: ... Basements crawl spaces closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for the accumulation of gas Before lighting an L R gas water heater smell all around the appliance at floor level If you smell gas follow the instructions as given in the warning on the front page When your L R tank runs out of fuel turn off the gas at ait gas appliances including pilot lights After the tank is refi...

Page 17: ...nimum square footage area required for various BTUH inputs TABLE 3 Minimum Square Typical Room BTUH Input Feet with with 8 Ceiling 8 Ceiling 30 000 188 9 x 21 45 000 281 14 x 20 60 000 375 15 x 25 75 000 469 15 x 31 90 000 563 20 x 28 105 000 657 20 x 33 TABLE 3 120 000 750 25 x 30 135 000 844 28 x 30 IMPORTANT The area must be open and be able to provide the proper air requirements to the water h...

Page 18: ...should be used in calculating the specified free area of the opening If the design and free area are not known it can be assumed that most wood louvers will allow 20 25 of free area while metal louvers and grilles will allow 60 75 of free area Louvers and grilles must be locked open or interconnected with the equipment so that they are opened automatically during equipment operation Keep louvers a...

Page 19: ...tallation L SCREWS FOUR PROVIDED _tP DRAFT HOOD SLOTJ _ _JACKETTOP p LSLOT INSTALL THE DRAFT HOOD WITH THE FOUR SCREWS PROVIDED FIGURE 18 Align the legs of the draft hood with the slots provided Insert the legs and secure the draft hood to the water heater s top with the four screws provided as shown in Figure 18 Do not alter the draft hood in any way If you are replacing an existing water heater ...

Page 20: ...tions and may or may not be typical for your specific application Consult the National Fuel Gas Code NFPA 54 ANSI Z223 1 current edition and the guidelines set forth by prevailing local codes SUPPORT 3 FT MINIMU _ LISTED VENT CAP 2 FT MINIMUM ABOVE ANY OBJECT WITHIN 10 FT HORIZONTALLY MAINTAIN CLEARANCE t TYPE B DOUBLE WALL VENT PIPE MAINTAIN CLEARANCE 3FT MINIMUM SUPPORT STRAP MAINTAIN CLEARANCE ...

Page 21: ...o the water heater and be easily accessible Know the location of this valve and how to shut off the water to the heater 6 7 A temperature and pressure relief valve must be installed in the opening marked Temperature and Pressure T P Relief Valve on the water heater A discharge line must be added to the opening of the T P Relief Valve Follow the instructions under Temperature and Pressure Relief Va...

Page 22: ...e water heater as stated on the rating plate IMPORTANT Only a new temperature and pressure relief valve should be used with your water heater Do not use an old or existing valve as it may be damaged or not adequate for the working pressure of the new water heater Do not place any valve between the relief valve and the tank The Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Must not be in contact with any elect...

Page 23: ...re water heater MAIN BURNER FIGURE B FIGURE C PILOT PosmoN ON POSmON THERMOCOUPLE GAS CONTROL TOP KNOB FIGURE D 1 _ STOP Read the safety information 9 Once the pilot has been found push the gas knob all the way down Immediately press the pilot ignitor _ above on this label 2 Set the thermostat to lowest setting PILOT LIGHTING button rapidly 4 to 5 times If the pilot will not Turn thermostat dial f...

Page 24: ...higher or lower at the point of use such as bathtubs showers sink etc HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD Water heaters are intended to produce hot water Water heated to a temperature which wilt satisfy space heating clothes washing dish washing and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others These inclu...

Page 25: ...t 15 1978 FIGURE 28 NOTE During tow demand periods when hot water is not being used a lower thermostat setting wilt reduce energy losses and may satisfy your normal hot water needs If hot water use is expected to be more than normal a higher thermostat setting may be required to meet the increased demand When leaving your home for extended periods vacations etc turn the temperature dial to its low...

Page 26: ...on Fire or Explosion Hazard Failure to properly reseal the combustion chamber will disable the flammable vapor ignition resistance feature of this water heater which could result in death or serious injury Contact your local Sears Service Center for assistance Read instruction manual before installing using or servicing water heater Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur if...

Page 27: ...ed against or adjacent to the water heater because they could catch on fire Anode Rod Inspection Property Damage Hazard Avoid water heater damage Inspection and replacement of anode rod required The anode rod is used to protect the tank from corrosion Most hot water tanks are equipped with an anode rod The submerged rod deteriorates to protect the tank Instead of corroding the tank water ions atta...

Page 28: ...he water todrain from thetank Flush thetank with water asneeded toremove sediment 6 Close thedrain valve refill thetank and restart theheater asdirected inthismanual Ifthewaterheater isgoing tobeshutdown foranextended period thedrain valve should beleftopen IMPORTANT Condensation may occur when refilling thetank andshould notbeconfused withatank leak Service Before calling for repair service pleas...

Page 29: ...at to its lowest setting 3 On top of the gas control valve thermostat turn the gas control knob to the OFF position 4 5 WHITE RODGERS GAS VALVE _N P_LOT THERMOCOANIFOL_ TUBE FIGURE 31 Remove the outer door Remove the two screws securing the manifold door assembly to the combustion chamber Figure 32 GAS CONTROL VALVE THERMOSTAT P_D EZO IGNITER BUTTON MANIFOLD TUBE PILOT THERMOCOUPLE TUBE THERMAL VI...

Page 30: ...re 34 8 g 10 11 12 Connect the new pilot tube and tighten the nut securing it to the pilot assembly IMPORTANT Keep the pilot orifice in the pilot when making the connection Do not operate the water heater without the pilot orifice installed Install the thermocoupte making sure that it is fully seated Attach the pilot assembly to the pilot bracket and secure using the screw removed earlier Re attac...

Page 31: ...e two screws which secure the manifold burner assembly door to the combustion chamber and tighten securely Once the manifold burner assembly door is tightened visually inspect the door gasket between the manifold burner assembly door and the combustion chamber for spaces or gaps that would prevent a seal IMPORTANT Do not operate the water heater if the door gasket does not create a seal between th...

Page 32: ... the gas control valve thermostat To remove the gas control valve thermostat thread a correctly sized pipe into the inlet and use it to turn the gas control valve thermostat counterclockwise Do not use a pipe wrench or equivalent to grip body Damage may result causing leaks Do not insert any sharp objects into the inlet or outlet connections Damage to the gas control valve thermostat may result Re...

Page 33: ... Ex Tank Model Capacity Number In Gallons 153 331020 2 153 331050 5 ansion Tank Specifications Dimensions Pipe in Inches Fitting Diameter Len 1th On Tank 8 203 mm 12 3 4 323 mm 3 4 Male 11 279 mm 14 3 4 375 mm 3 4 Male Table 6 Expansion Tank Sizing Chart Expansion Tank Capacity Needed Inlet Water Pressure 40psi 50psi 60psi 70psi 80psi Water Heater Capacity Gallons 30 40 50 66 82 2 2 2 5 5 2 2 2 5 ...

Page 34: ...ing until there has been enough time for the water in the tank to warm up An undersized water heater will cause more condensation The water heater must be sized properly to meet the family s demands for hot water including dishwashers washing machines and shower heads AIR In Hot Water Faucets Explosion Hazard Flammable hydrogen gases may be present Keep all ignition sources away from faucet when t...

Page 35: ...Instruction Manual must remain with water heater Read this manual first Then before checking the water heater make sure the gas supply has been turned OFF and never turn the gas ON before the tank is completely full of water Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled with water To prevent damage to the tank the tank must be filled with water Water must flow from the hot water fauce...

Page 36: ...r calibration 5 Thermostat set too tow 6 Water heater too small 7 Wrong piping connections 8 Wasted hot water system 1 2 1 Excessive water pressure 2 Heater stacking 3 Closed water system Replace the anode with a special anode Provide ventilation to water heater Check with gas utility company 3 Clean locate source and correct 4 Clean locate source and correct 5 Proper fresh air ventilation 6 Clean...

Page 37: ...e 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 Temperature setting too low 1 Increase the temperature setting Refer to the Condensation sub section of this manual s Troubleshooting Guide BURNER FLAME FLOATS 1 Orifice too large 1 Replace with correct orifice AND LIFTS OFF PO...

Page 38: ...ple n Are the openings of sufficient size ICorrect size of openings to See Combustion Air Supply and Ventilation r NO _allow sufficient air section in this manual for requirements YES Is there a furnace air as NO _handler in the same room the water heater YES Does the return air duct for the furnace air handier draw i I Contact a local Heating Ventilation Air its air from a separate location than ...

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