Kenmore 153.336340, Owner'S Manual

Page 1: ...eater Si no puede leer o entender el ingles y necesita el manual de instrucciones en espaSol puede solicitarlo al 1 800 821 2017 NO TRATE DE INSTALAR U OPERAR ESTE CALENTADOR DE AGUA Sl NO ENTIENDE LAS INSTRUCCIONES No hacer caso de esta advertencia podria originar lesiones graves o mortales WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result cau...

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: ...n sources if you smell Natural or LP gas Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas pressure Use only gas shown on rating plate unless the water heater has been properly converted Follow conversion instructions listed in manual when converting to opposite gas Maintain required clearances to combustibles Keep ignition sources away from faucets after extended period of non use Read instruct...

Page 4: ... Accessibility 15 Filling the Water Heater 15 GAS CONVERSION 16 GAS SUPPLY 17 18 Gas Requirements 17 Gas Piping 17 Gas Pressure 17 Gas Pressure Testing 17 LP Gas Only 18 COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY VENTILATION 19 20 Vent Pipe System 19 Draft Hood Installation 19 Roof Jack Installation 19 Enclosure Installation 20 WATER SYSTEM PIPING 21 23 Piping Installation 21 Water Piping Pressure Test 22 Closed Syste...

Page 5: ...ner Assembly 30 Removing theBurner fromtheManifold Burner Assembly 30 Replacing theThermocouple 30 31 Replacing thePilot Pilot TubeAssembly 31 Cleaning theCombustion Chamber andFlame arrestor 31 Replacing theManifold Burner Assembly 32 Piezoelectric Igniter System 33 Testing theIgniterSystem 33 Removing andReplacing theGasControl Valve Thermostat 33 FVIRSystem Operational Checklist 33 TROUBLESHOOT...

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: ...t few pages READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER The installation must conform with these instructions and the local code authority having jurisdiction In the absence of local and state codes installations shall comply with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 current edition Manufactured home manufacturers The installation must conform to The M...

Page 8: ...LP Natural LP 35 500 32 000 RECOVERY RATE GALS PER HOUR 90 F RISE 36 34 32 75 MINIMUM VENT PIPE DIA INCHES mm DIAMETER INCHES mm DIMENSIONS INCHES mm HEIGHT TO JACKET TOP 153 336340 30 113 3 76 OR 4 102 16 406 58 1473 153 336444 40 151 35 500 36 34 3 76 OR 4 102 18 457 58 25 1480 ...

Page 9: ...am OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28 711 ram 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 PH...

Page 10: ...NOT CAP OR PLUG q s x v INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION TANK IF WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED IN A CLOSED WATER SYSTEM S GAS CONTROL VALVE THERMOSTAT GAS CONTROL KNOB WATER TEMPERATURE DIAl_ ADJUSTING DIAL OFF PILOT ON POSITION POSITION POSITION TOP VIEW U MANIFOLD BURNER ASSEMBLY MAIN BURNER _ _ _ THERMOCOUPLE _k_ PILOT TUBE _ MANIFOLD TUBE MANIFOLD DOOR VACUUM RELIEF I VALVE INSTALL PER LOCAL CODES INSTAL...

Page 11: ...eplaces 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 Refrigeration HVAC R authorized service provider Use a fresh air supply that is free of ...

Page 12: ... person FIGURE 5 Disconnect 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...

Page 13: ...ater area Site Location DO NOT install this water heater in any occupied space of the manufactured mobile home There shall be no openings between the occupied space of the manufactured mobile home and the water heater enclosure 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 Loca...

Page 14: ... and Wall The water heater must be secured to the floor and to the wall of the enclosure as described below See also Enclosure Installation After properly locating the water heater fasten it to the floor with the brackets and screws that were provided Figure 9 Simply pre dritt each screw location in the metal drain pan and water heater jacket with a 118 drill bit Because of installation variances ...

Page 15: ...ont clearance should be service TOP VIEW t provided for inspection and _ II _ VENT 111 I Filling the Water Heater Never use this water heater unless it is completely full of water To prevent damage to the tank the tank must be filled with water Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning ON gas to the water heater To fill the water heater with water Close the water heater drain valve ...

Page 16: ...door gasket for damage or imbedded debris prior to installation 2 Inspect the view port for damage and replace as required 3 Insert the conversion manifold burner assembly into the burner compartment making sure that the tip of the manifold tube engages the slot of the bracket inside the combustion chamber NOTE For 30 gallon models the LP manifold burner assembly is identified by a yellow dot labe...

Page 17: ...d water droplets 3 Install a ground joint union between the gas control valve thermostat and the manual shut off valve This is to allow easy removal of the gas control valve thermostat 4 Turn the gas supply on and check for leaks Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak detection solution Bubbles will show a leak Correct any leak found MANUAL GAS SHUT OFF VALVE _ GROU N D ...

Page 18: ... 175 200 1 2 132 92 73 63 56 50 46 43 40 38 34 31 28 26 3 4 278 190 152 130 115 105 96 90 84 79 72 64 59 55 1 520 350 285 245 215 195 180 170 160 150 130 120 110 100 1 1 4 1050 730 590 500 440 400 370 350 320 305 275 250 225 210 1 1 2 1600 1100 890 760 670 610 560 530 490 460 410 380 350 320 After the length of pipe has been determined select the pipe size which will provide the minimum cubic feet...

Page 19: ...ent operation of this water heater and is an important factor in the life of the unit The vent pipe must be installed according to all local and state codes or in the absence of local and state codes the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 current edition Manufactured home manufacturers must conform with The Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standard Title 24 CFR Part 3280 The vent ...

Page 20: ...he top of the enclosure The bottom edge of the lower air opening must be within 6 to 12 inches from the floor of the enclosure Provide a third opening in the floor The combined area of these openings must be a minimum of 100 square inches Suggested covering for the air openings is a 1 4 inch wire mesh screen or louvers Use 1 4 inch wire mesh screen for the floor opening IMPORTANT When using method...

Page 21: ... valve and how to shut off the water to the heater 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 Valve After piping has been properly connected to the water heater remove t...

Page 22: ... later in this manual losion Hazard Temperature pressurereliefvalve must complywith ANSI Z21 22 CSA4 4 and ASME code Properly sized temperature pressure relief valve must be installed in opening provided Can result in overheating and excessive tank pressure Can cause serious injury or death 22 1 MINIMUM METAL DRAIN PAN _ _ TEMPERATURE AND PRESSURE T P RELIEF VALVE OPTIONAL TOP T P RELIEF VALVE NOT...

Page 23: ...e manual relief lever Figure 22 Ensure a discharge pipe is installed into the T P valve discharge opening per the instructions in this manual 4 Locate the hot water outlet cold water inlet pipes to the water heater 5 Locate the slit running the length of a section of pipe insulation 6 Spread the slit open and slip the insulation over the cold water inlet pipe Apply gentle pressure along the length...

Page 24: ...ion on the air intake grid and require department replacement of the entire water heater GAS CONTROLr r _ KNOB_ _I FIGURE A FIGURE B FIGURE C _C_ PIEZOIGNITORI I_ GENERATOR I J_U _ __ o _ _ 120 I _7_ m h o_ J O _ MARKI kr _ _ _M THERMOSTAT OFF POSITION I P _UOT POSITION I ON POSITION GAs_THERMOSTAT l CONTROLDIAL TOP KNOB MAIN BURNER THERMOCOUPLE FIGURE D 1 STOP Read the safety information 9 Once t...

Page 25: ... instruction manual for safe temperature setting Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30 F 16 7 C 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 will satisfy space heating clothes washing dish washi...

Page 26: ... 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 lowest setting This wilt maintain the water at tow temperatures with minimum energy losses and prevent the tank from freezing during cold weather 1 _ GAS CONTROL KNOB OFF PILOT ON INDEX BAR TEMPERATURE Dm a 120 F...

Page 27: ...tion contains certain chemical vapors Spray can propellants cleaning solvents refrigerator and air conditioner refrigerants swimming pool chemicals calcium and sodium chloride waxes bleach and process chemicals are typical 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 prob...

Page 28: ... rod The submerged rod deteriorates to protect the tank Instead of corroding the tank water ions attack and eat away the anode rod This does not affect the water s taste or color The rod must be maintained to keep the tank in operating condition Anode deterioration depends on water conductivity not necessarily water condition A corroded or pitted anode rod indicates high water conductivity and sho...

Page 29: ...ter should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures To drain the tank perform the following steps 1 Turn off the gas to the water heater at the manual gas shut off valve 2 Open a nearby hot water faucet until the water is no longer hot 3 Close the cold water inlet valve 4 Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate it to an adequate drain or external to the building 5 Open th...

Page 30: ... the gas control valve thermostat to its lowest setting 3 On top of the gas control valve thermostat turn the gas control knob to the OFF position 4 5 GAS CONTROL VALVE THERMOSTAT o _ i _PILOT _TUBE THBRMODO_LE _ MANIFOLD TUBE FIGURE 29 Remove the outer door Remove the two screws securing the manifold door assembly to the combustion chamber Figure 30 GAS CONTROL VALVE THERMOSTAT P_EZO IGNITER BUTT...

Page 31: ...ot assembly NOTE To prevent any bending of the pilot bracket use pliers to hold the pilot assembly bracket while tightening the pilot nut IMPORTANT Keep the pilot orifice in the pilot when making the connection Do not operate the water heater without the pilot orifice installed 9 Install the thermocouple making sure that it is fully seated 10 Re attach the pilot assembly to the pilot bracket and s...

Page 32: ...the outer door FLAMEARRESTOR BRACKET 2 3 4 5 6 Before you proceed verify that you are installing the correct manifold burner assembly for the type of gas that your water heater will use natural gas or L P gas NOTE If you are converting your unit the gas control valve thermostat must also be set to use the correct type of gas For instructions refer to your manual or to the label on the front of you...

Page 33: ...move the igniter bracket from the gas valve Disconnect the thermocouple right hand threads pilot tube and manifold tube at the gas control valve thermostat Figure 29 Also disconnect the thermal switch wires Refer to Gas Piping section Figure 13 and disconnect the ground joint union in the gas piping Disconnect the remaining pipe from the gas control valve thermostat To remove the gas control valve...

Page 34: ...HUT OFF VALVE IN FIGURE 40 Strange Sounds Possible noises due to expansion and contraction of some metal parts during periods of heat up and cool down do not represent harmful or dangerous conditions Condensation causes sizzling and popping within the burner area during heating and cooling periods and should be considered normal See Condensation section Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications Model ...

Page 35: ...eplacement and chlorination treatment it may be necessary to chlorinate or aerate your water supply to eliminate the problem Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected By doing so all warranty on the water heater tank is voided AIR In Hot Water Faucets Explosion Hazard Flammable hydrogen gases may be present Keep all ignition sources away from faucet when turning on hot water 35 HYDROGEN...

Page 36: ...The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting a Combustion products contain water vapor which can condense on the cooler surfaces of the tank Droplets form and drip onto the burner or run on the floor This is common at the time of start up after installation and when incoming water is cold Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be from condensation loose connections or the relie...

Page 37: ...rent type of gas 1 Insufficient secondary air 1 Provide ventilation to water heater 2 Check with gas utility company 3 Clean locate source and correct 4 Clean locate source and correct 5 Proper fresh air ventilation 6 Clean or replace orifice 7 Contact a qualified technician 1 Replace igniter pilot assembly 2 See Pilot Light Troubleshooting Flowchart section 3 Remove and reconnect the wire leads a...

Page 38: ...Clean locate source and correct 4 Replace thermostat 5 Provide fresh air ventilation 6 See Burner Flame Yellow Lazy 7 Contact a qualified technician CONDENSATION 1 Temperature setting too low 1 Increase the temperature setting Refer to the Condensation sub section of this manual s Troubleshooting Guide BURNER FLAME FLOATS AND LIFTS OFF PORTS 1 Orifice too large 2 High gas pressure 3 Water heater f...

Page 39: ...sufficient size ISee Combustion Air Supply and Ventilation ICorrect size of openings to I section in this manual for requirements NNO _lallow sufficient air YES Is there a furnace air as nNO_handler in the same room the water heater YES Does the return air duct for the furnace air handler draw IContact a local Heating Ventilation Air its air from a separate location than the water heater See the L...

Page 40: ... Heat Trap 9003719 9003719 Outer Door 9006648 9006648 Piezo Igniter w Clip 9006143 9006143 Pilot Assembly w Tubing and 9006666 9006666 Fittings Natural Gas Pilot Assembly w Tubing and 9006667 9006667 Fittings LP Gas T P Relief Valve 9000071 9000071 Temperature Adjustment Knob F145 1280 F145 1280 Thermocouple 9000056 9000056 Manifold Component Block w Clip 9006449 9006449 Not Shown Contains Manifol...

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