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Page 1: ...podria originar lesiones graves o mortales P N 319589 002 1010 Sears Brands Management Corporation Hoffman Estates IL 60179 U S A www kenmore com www sears com WARNING If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly a fire or explosion may result causing property damage personal injury or death m Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of...

Page 2: ...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 fired wate...

Page 3: ... only gasshown on rating plate Maintain required clearances to combustibles Keep ignitiDn sources away from faucets after extended period of non use Jlllkl 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 Haza...

Page 4: ...ating the Temperature Control System 21 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT 22 27 Venting System Inspection 22 Burner Inspection 22 Removing the Burner Door Assembly 23 Ultra Low NOx Natural Gas Burner 23 Replacing the Pilot Thermopile Assembly 23 External Inspection Cleaning of the Flame Trap 24 Cleaning the Combustion Chamber and Flame Trap 24 Replacing the Burner Door Assembly 25 Piezoelectric Igniter Syste...

Page 5: ...re product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable op eration But like all products it may require preventive maintenance or repair from time to time That s when having a Master Protection Agreement can save you money and aggravation The Master Protection Agreement also helps extend the life of your new product Here s what the Agreement includes Parts and labor needed to help keep pro...

Page 6: ...structions and the local code authority having 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...

Page 7: ...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 8: ...trol Valve Thermostat U Drain Valve V Pilot and Burner Door Assemblies W Flue X Metal Drain Pan INSTALL INACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES DRIP LEG AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES TO VENT TERMINATION ON ROOF INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION TANK IF WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED IN A CLOSED WATER SYSTEM T GAS CONTROL VALVE THERMOSTAT B F G VV H V I d JJ X K ALL PIPING MATERIALS TO BE SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMERS VACUUM RELIEF...

Page 9: ...n gas line shutoff valve serving all gas appliances is used also shut OFF the gas at each appliance Leave allgas appliances shut OFF until the water heater installation is completed See Figures 2 and 3 FIGURE 3 Open a nearby hot water faucet until the water is no longer hot When the water has cooled turn OFF the water supply to the water heater at the water shut off valve orwater meter Some instal...

Page 10: ...heater 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 wilt turn off the gas supply to a gas water heater while at th...

Page 11: ... to insulation and standby loss requirements making an insulation blanket unnecessary Install water heater in accordance with the instruction manual and NFPA 54 To avoid injury combustion and ventilation air must be taken from outdoors Do not place chemical vapor emitting products near water heater Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or death Always read and understand instruction man...

Page 12: ...inimum 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 tess than 100 square inches 645 cm2 One opening shall commence within 12 inches 30 cm of the top and one commencing within 12 inches 30 cm of the bottom of the enclosures CHIMNEY OR GAS VENT FURNA R 1 t i I_ i t 1 1 r z I_ _c F I _l_J_r PE IN...

Page 13: ...urns instantly resulting in severe injury or death Children elderly and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest riskfor scald injury Feel water before bathing or showering Temperature limiting valves are available Read instruction manual for safe tern perature setting HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD Water heaters are intended to produce hot water Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy ...

Page 14: ...lon tape around the threaded end of the threaded to sweat coupling and around both ends of the 3 4 NPT threaded nipple Using flexible connectors connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet on the water heater Look at the top of the water heater The cold water inlet is marked COLD Put two or three turns of Teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded to sweat coupling and around both ...

Page 15: ... in size under any circumstances Excessive length over 30 feet 9 14 m or use of more than four elbows can cause restriction and reduce the discharge capacity of the valve No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the relief valve and the tank Do not connect tubing directly to discharge drain unless a 6 inch air gap is provided To prevent bodily injury hazard to life or property damage ...

Page 16: ...damper consult your local Sears Service Center or the local gas supplier for further information Breathing Hazard Carbon Monoxide Gas Vent dampers must be certified in accordance with ANSI Z21 68 Vent damper must permit proper drafting of water heater Install properly sizedventing Do not install without venting outdoors Do not installwithout drafthood If common vented install in accordance with NF...

Page 17: ...arances between vent piping and combustible surfaces will result in a fire hazard Be sure vent pipe is properly connected to prevent escape of dangerous flue gases which could cause deadly asphyxiation Gas Piping Fire and Explosion Hazard Do not use water heater with any gas other than the gas shown onthe rating plate Excessive pressure to gas control valve can cause serious injury or death Turn o...

Page 18: ...accordance with the Gas Piping section Refer to the current edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 A sediment trap shall be installed as close to the inlet of the water heater as practical at the time of water heater installation The sediment trap shall be either a tee fitting with a capped nipple in the bottom outlet or other device recognized as an effective sediment trap If a...

Page 19: ...G INSTRUCTIONS STOP Itis imperative thatyoureadallsafetywarnings before lighting the pilot Turnthegascontrolltemperature knobcounterclockwise_ _ to the OFF setting Gas control 120 F 48 9 C C _ture kn__ Maik _ 6 Igniter _ _ LOW__ Button t_ a ij VA_31 l Status light __ Indexrnark J Waitten 10 minutesto clear outanygas If you then smell gas STOP Follow B in the safety information above onthis label I...

Page 20: ...code or state taw requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap then you must take special precautions In addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs a means such as a mixing valve should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water heater Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores Follow ma...

Page 21: ...emperature that prevents the water in the water heater from freezing while still conserving energy 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 Flashes If the water heater is not working look for the following diagnostic flashes after lighting th...

Page 22: ...around top of water heater Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent escape of dangerous flue gasses which could cause deadly asphyxiation Obstructions and deteriorated vent systems may present serious health risk or asphyxiation Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors Spray can propellants cleaning solven...

Page 23: ...the burner screen is damaged NOTE Damage may be rips or holes in the burner screen Discoloration is normal J BURNER PILOT ASSEMBLY USE BRUSH ON THIS SURFACE FIGURE 26 Replacing the Pilot Thermopile Assembly 1 2 Remove the burner assembly as directed previously Lift the retainer clip straight up from the back of the manifold component block using a fiat blade screwdriver then remove the manifold co...

Page 24: ...nd Flame Trap section instructions IGNITER CONNECTOR PILOT THERMOPILE THERMOPILE PILE_ CONNECTORS PILOT THERMO FERRULE NUT NOT SHOWN FLASHLIGHT MIRROR FIGURE 29 FIGURE 28 8 Push the new pilot assembly connectors through the opening in the burner door See Figure 27 9 Attach the pilot assembly to the Burner Door Assembly 10 Position the new thermopile wires through the top opening of the manifold co...

Page 25: ...o the gas control valve thermostat See Figure 25 for the correct position of the thermopite wires Do not cross thread or apply any thread sealant to the fittings 7 Reconnect the igniter wire 8 Turn the gas supply on and refer to Lighting Instructions in the Operating Instructions section 9 Check for leaks by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak detection solution Bubbles forming indicate a le...

Page 26: ...completely filled with water before lighting and activating the water heater Follow the Lighting Instructions in the Operating Instructions section If additional information is required contact Sears Service at 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 TEFLON is a registeredtrademark of E I Du Pont De Nemours and Company Housekeeping Vacuum around base of water heater for dust dirt and lint on a regular basi...

Page 27: ...water heater 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 ...

Page 28: ...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 HOT COLD WATER HEATER COLD WATER INLET FITTING 3 PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE WITH BY PASS 2 PRESSURE GAUGE INLET COLD WATER SHUT OFF RECOMMEN DED INSTALLATION VERTICAL MOUNTING WATER HEATER COLD WATER INLET FITTING HOT I 1 FLOOR CEILING JOIST ETC...

Page 29: ...er heater models by replacing the anode s with one of tess 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 limited warranty If the smelly water persists afte...

Page 30: ... 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 faucet before turning ON gas to the water heater A Water at the draft hood is water vapor which has condensed out of the combustion products This is caused by a problem in the vent Contact a qualified technician Leakage Checkpoints B C...

Page 31: ...ng in outside wall 9 Low gas pressure 1 insufficient secondary air 2 Flue clogged 3 Low gas pressure 4 Improper calibration 5 Thermostat set too tow 6 Water heater too small 7 Wrong piping connections 8 Wasted hot water 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...

Page 32: ... clogged 4 Thermostat not functioning properly 5 Heater installed in a confined area 6 Burner flame yellow lazy 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 Increase the temperatu...

Page 33: ...ontrol valve thermostat knob is set to OFF Wait one minute 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...

Page 34: ...8004694663 I Go to section C i i Set to desired temperature i NO _IP Does the diagnostic status light on the i gas control valve thermostat give J a two flash error code YES Refer to the Replacing the Pilot Thermopile Assemby nstructons n the manua L IReassemble and restore to service i Section C Pilot light will not remain lit Check for insufficient combustion air Are the combustion air supply an...

Page 35: ...ow Nox 9007656 9007657 12 Manifold Component Block With Retainer Clip 9006449 9006449 13 Burner Door Gasket 9006141 9006141 14 Viewport Assembly 9006142 9006142 15 Thermopile 9007630 9007630 16 Temperature Sensor 9007634 9007634 17 Flexible Manifold Tube 9006445 9006445 18 Instruction Manual 319589 002 319589 002 Not Shown Includes Inner Door Gasket Flexible manifold tube sold as a separate part b...

Page 36: ... items like vacuums lawn equipment and electronics call anytime for the location of your nearest Sears Parts Repair Service Center 1 800 488 1222 U S A www sears com 1 800 469 4663 Canada www sears ca To purchase a protection agreement on a product serviced by Sears 1 800 827 6655 U S A 1 800 361 6665 Canada Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n a domicilio y para ordenar piezas 1 888 SU HOGAR 1 888 7...

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