Use & Care Guide Model No. 153.552400 406 Gallon Tall 153.552500 50 Gallon Tall Kenmore. Gas Water Heater For potable water heating only. Not suitable for space heating. Not for use in mobile homes. INSTALLER; Affix these instructions to or near the water heater. OWNER: Retain these instructions for future reference, FOR YOUR SAFETY: An odor ant is added to the gas used by this water heater.
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE Your safety and the safety of anthers is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater, any safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and on your own water heater to warm you and others of a potential injury hazard. Read and obey all safety messages and instructions throughout this manual.
WARNING Read and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing, operating or servicing this water heater. Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result in death or serous injury. instruction manual must remain with water heater. WARNING Fire Hazard For continued protection against risk of fire: «Do not install water heater on carpeted floor, «Do not operate water heater if five damaged.
TABLE OF CONTENT SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS. TABLE OF CONTENTS LIMITED WARRANTY. CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS .. MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOL! Materials Needed Basic TYPICAL INSTALLATION. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS. Removing the Old Water Heater. Facts to Consider About the Placation Insulation Blankets .. Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances in Unconfined Spaces . Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances in Confined Space: Water Piping a. .
[ile] LUGE LEERS KENMORE LIMITED WARRANTY 4. Damage to or failure of this appliance resulting from installation not performed by Sears authorized service agents, including installation WITH PROOF OF SALE, the fallowing warranty coverage applies y oe arp that was not in accord with electrical, gas of plumbing codes. when this water heater is correctly connected, installed, operated and maintained according to all supplied instructions. In ali cases, replace.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Thank You for purchasing a Kenmore 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. call 1-844-553-6667. They will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized contractors.
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 materials, depending on your type of installation. EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLONS {7.6 LITERS) AND 5 GALLONS (18.9 LITERS) CAPACITY THROUGH LEGAL SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER. WATER HEATER INSTALLATION KIT WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4” {19.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER GAS MODELS “INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION Removing the Old Water Heater MANUAL GAS x, i SHUT-OFF VALVE al et—— 7 | Groundsman JOINT UNION CHECK WITH T pis Charge Pipe LOCAL UTILITY (DQ NOT CAP FOR MINIMUM HEIGHT OR PLUG “a Ory Maximum ot = HAIRGRIP SEDIMENT TRAP SUITABLE -* DRAIN FIGURE 2. Turn “OFF” the gas supply to the water heater, If the main gas line shutoff valve serving all gas appliances is used, also shut “OFF” the gas at each appliance.
Facts to Consider About the Location Carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater. 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.
VQ. e Fire or Explosion Hazard ~ Read instruction manual before installing, 7 using or servicing water heater. + improper use may result in fire or explosion, + Maintain required clearances to combustibles. Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible surfaces are 0 inch at the sides and rear, 4 inches (102 mm) at the front, and 6 inches (153 mm) from the vent pipe. See Figure 8. Clearance from the top of the jacket is 8 aches (203 mm) on most models.
+ Do obtain new warning and instruction labels from Sears for placement on the blanket directly over the existing labels. + De inspect the insulation blanket frequently to make certain it does not sag, thereby obstructing combustion air flow, Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces UNCONFINED SPACE is space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1.000 Btu per hour (4.8 m® per KW) of the aggregate input rating of all appliances instilled in that space.
CHIMNEY OR GAS VENT OUTLET AIR BUG WATER HEATER FURNACE INLET AIR DUCT FIGURE 13, Alternatively, a single permanent opening may be used when communicating directly with the outdoors, or with spaces that freely communicate with the outdoors. The opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 3,000 BTU per hour {7.3 cm?KW) of total input rating of al equipment in the enclosure. See Figure 134A. CHIMNEY OR GAS VENT OPENING ALTERNATE OPENING LOCATION FIGURE 13A.
This water heater shall not be connected to any heating systems or component(s) used with a non-potable water heating appliance. Toxic chemicals, such as those used for boiler treatment, shad not be introduced into this system. The water supply pressure should not exceed 80 psi. If this occurs, a pressure reducing valve with a bypass should be installed in the cold water inlet line. This should be placed on the supply to the entire house in order to maintain equal hot and cold water pressures.
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve WARNING Explosion Harvard Temperature-pressure relic valve must comply with ANS! 4.4 and SAME code Properly sized temperature pressure relief valve must be installed in opening provided, Do not plug, block. or cap the discharge fine Failure to follow this warming can result in excessive tank pressure, serious injury or death This heater is provided with a properly certified combination temperature pressure relief valve by the manufacturer.
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year. A WARNING! When manually operating the temperature pressure retied valve, make sure that no one is in front of or around the discharge outlet. The water may be extremely hot and could cause severe bums. Also ensure that the water discharge will not cause property damage.
SHEW $48 TAL SORE WE (Four proved) en BRAE HOOT — LEGS ° NN Seeker STALL THE DRAFT HODS WITH THE FOUR SCREWS PROVIDED, FIGURE 17. 70 CHIMNEY IN, 14 INF RISE PER LINEAR FOOT (21 num PER METER) mE FIGURE 18. Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present serious health risk or asphyxiation. The vent pipe from the water heater must be no less than the diameter of the draft hood outlet on the water heater and must slope upward at least 1/4 inch per linear foot (21 mm per meter).
WARNING ’ Fire and Explosion Hazard Use joint compound or tape compatible with propane. «Leak test before operating heater. « Disconnect gas piping and shut-off valve before pressure testing system. Use pipe joint compound or Teflon tape marked as being resistant 0 the action of petroleum (Propane {L P]) gases. The appliance and its gas connection must be leak tested before placing the appliance in operation.
OPERATING INSTR! le] 1} Lig thing Instructions If the Pilot Does Not Light: Read and understand these directions thoroughly before 1. Walt 10 minutes before another lighting attempt. attempting to light or relight the pilot. Make sure that the If the pilot does not light, the Ignite may not be sparking of view port (sight glass) is not missing or damaged. See Figure the unit may not be getting gas {or for a new installation, 24.
else Water temperature over 125° can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds. Children, disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scalded. Ser instruction manual before setting temperature at water heater, Feel water before bathing or showering.
Temperature Regulation The thermostat is adjusted to the pilot position when it is shipped from the factory. Water temperature can be regulated by moving the temperature dial to the preferred setting. The preferred starting point is 120°F at the “HOT” setting. Align the knob with the desired water temperature as shown in Figure 22. There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is set too high. NOTE: Temperatures shown on the gas control valves thermostat are approximates.
Operating the Temperature Control System Water Temperature Adjustment The water temperature setting can be adjusted from 55°F to 155°F Tum the Gas Countersignature Knob to the desired setting/temperature. See Figure 22 on page 21. NOTE: The temperatures indicated are approximates. The actual temperature of the heated water may vary. Operating Modes and Settings The gas control valve has two different operating modes Standard and Vacation.
Vent System Inspection WARNING Carbon Monoxide and Fire Hazard » Flue gases may escapes if vent pipe fs not connected. Be alo for obstructed, suited or deteriorated cant system to avoid serious injury or death. Do not store corrosive chemicals in the vicinity of Walter heater, Archaically corrosion of flue and vent system can cause serious injury of death. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage of death.
Removing the Burner Door Assembly 1. Turn off the gas to the water heater at the manual shut-off valve (Figure 2) Turn the gas control temperature knob to the "OFF position (Figure 22) Remove the outer door. Remove the two screws (1/4" nut driver) securing the burner door assembly fo the combustion chamber {Figure 24). Disconnect the pilot tube (7/16" wrench), the ignite wire from the ignite lead wire. and manifold tube {3/4” wrench) at the gas control valve/thermostat.
6. Using the oid pilot tube as a guide. bend the new pilot tube to match the old one. Make ably the bends closest to the pilot before going to the next step. NOTE: Skip this step if you are reusing the existing pilot tube. 7. Reconnect the pilot tube and tighten the nut securing it to the new pilot assembly. 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.
Replacing the Burner Door Assembly A WARNING Fire or Explosion Hazard «Tighten both manifold door screws securely. «Remove any fiberglass between gasket and combustion chamber. «+ Replace view port if glass is missing or damaged. « Replace manifold component block if missing or removed. + Replace door gasket if damaged. «Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. . Read instruction manual before installing, using or servicing water hostler. 1.
Removing and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat Removing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat: 1. Turn the gas control temperature knob to the "GFF" position {Figure 22}. 2. Turn off the gas at the manual shut-off valve on the gas supply pipe {Figure 2). 3. Drain the water heater. Refer to the section on “Draining and Flushing” and follow the procedure. 4. Disconnect the ignite wire from the ignite lead wire.
or replaced more often than an anode rod that appears to be intact. Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the life of your water heater. Inspection should be conducted by calling the Sears Service Center for an authorized contractor. The anode rod should be inspected after a maximum of three years and annually thereafter unit the condition of the anode rod dictates its replacement. NOTE: Artificially softened water requires the anode rod to be inspected annually.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Start Up Conditions Thermal Expansion AUTO Property Damage Hazard + Avoid water heater damage + install thermal expansion tank or device if necessary. « Contact qualified installer or service agency. As water is heated, it expands (thermal expansion). In a closed system, the volume of water will grow. As the volume of water grows, there will be a corresponding increase in water pressure due to thermal expansion. Thermal expansion can cause premature tank failure (leakage).
Condensation Whenever the water healer is filled with cold water, some condensate will form while the number is on. A water heater may appear to be leaking when in fact the water is condensation. This usually happens when: + Anew water heater is filled with cold water for the first time + Burning gas produces water vapor In water heaters, particularly high efficiency models where flue temperatures are lower, + Large amounts of hot water are used in a short time and the refit water in the tank is very cold.
4. The ignition of flammable vapors. Thermopylae is used fo determine if a pilot flame is present and will shut off the gas supply to the main boomer and pilot if the flame is absent. This units also equipped with a combustion chamber temperature sensor. This sensor will shut off the gas supply to the burner if dint, dust. or other contaminants pollute the burner.
TROUBLESHOOTING GOOD PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION BURNER WILL NOT IGNITE | 1. Pilot not lit 1. Light pilot 2. Thermostat set too low 2. Turn temp. dial to desired temperature 3. Togas 3. Check with gas utility company 4. Dirt in the gas lines 4. Notify utility-install trap in gas line 5. Pilot tine clogged §. Clean, locate source and correct 8. Main burner line clogged 8. Clean, locate source and correct 7. Non-functioning thermoplastic 7. Replace thermoplastic 8.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued) DRIP FROM RELIEF VALVE Excessive water pressure Use a pressure reducing valve and relief valve 2. Heater stacking 2. Lower the thermostat setting 3. Closed water system 3. See “Closed System/Thermal Expansion” THERMOSTAT FAILS TQ 1. Thermostat not functioning properly 1. Replace thermostat SHUT-OFF 2. improper calibration 2. Replace thermostat COMBUSTION ODORS 1. Insufficient secondary air 1. Provide ventilation to water heater. Check flue way, flue baffle. and burner 2.
TAUS LIGHT TROUBLESHOOTING CHART LED STATUS PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION 0 FLASHES (LED NOT LIT) Pitt light is not lit. Not enough power (millionths) to keep iit. Follow the lighting instructions on the front of the water heater and record any diagnostic codes. See Status Light Codes section. 1 FLASH (EVERY 3 SECONDS) Normal operation No corrective action necessary. 2 FLASHES insufficient power (millionths) to the gas control valve/thermostat. 1. Check all wiring connections.
PILOT LIGHT TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Section A: Pilot light will not light (new installation). FS 776 Villarreal Gas SHO valve. etiolated in the supply tine to the [water heater, in fhe on position? [Tim te manual gas Sh-of cave to he cn position and follow the lighting insinuations on th front of the water heater = YES Section C: Pilot light will not remain fit.
PARTS ORDER LIST KENMORE ULTRA LOW NOx GAS WATER HEATER MODEL NO’S 153.552400 40 Ga lion 153.552500 50 Gallon Key No. Fart Description 153.6562400 153.
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