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Use & Care Guide

Model No.
153.331010 25 U.S. Gal (94.6 Litres)

For installation at elevations from 0-3,500 ft. (0-1,067m).
153.331000 HA 25 U.S. Gal (94.6 Litres)

For installation at elevations from 3,501 - 6,500 ft. (1,067 - 1,981m).

Kenmore Elite

Hybrid Gas Water Heater

For potable water heating only.

Not suitable for space heating.

Not for use in mobile homes.

INSTALLER: A

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x these instructions to or near

the water heater.
OWNER: Retain these instructions for future

reference.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: An odorant is added to

the gas used by this water heater.

IMPORTANT: For installations above 3,500
feet above sea level, verify the proper high
altitude water heater model is installed or the
proper circuit board has been ordered and
installed. See High Altitude section of manual
for further details.

P/N 320169-001 (0611)

Sears Brands Management Corporation,

Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

www.kenmore.com

www.sears.com

http://waterheatertimer.org/New-water-heater-ideas.html

Summary of Contents for ELITE 153.331000

Page 1: ...ctions to or near the water heater OWNER Retain these instructions for future reference FOR YOUR SAFETY An odorant is added to the gas used by this water heater IMPORTANT For installations above 3 500 feet above sea level verify the proper high altitude water heater model is installed or the proper circuit board has been ordered and installed See High Altitude section of manual for further details...

Page 2: ...ce can cause low level exposure to some of the substances listed in the act IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS Qualified Installer or Service Agency Installation and service of this water heater requires ability equivalent to that of a Qualified Agency as defined by ANSI below in the field involved Installation skills such as plumbing air supply venting gas supply electrical supply are required in addition to ...

Page 3: ...3 GENERAL SAFETY ...

Page 4: ...me trapped in a section of vent pipe and therefore reduce the open cross sectional area of the vent Breathing Hazard Carbon Monoxide Gas WARNING Installation Do not install the water heater where flammable products will be stored or used It must be installed a minimum of 18 in 45cm above the floor if installed in a residential garage This will reduce but not eliminate the risk of flammable vapors ...

Page 5: ...33 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 34 Display Panel 34 Wiring Diagram 36 Lighting Instructions 37 Temperature Regulation 38 Unique Hybrid Features 39 Temperature Regulation 41 Constant Output Temperature Control 42 Start Up Conditions 42 Operational Conditions 42 MAINTENANCE 43 Housekeeping 43 Venting System Inspection 43 Flood Damage 43 Anode Rod Inspection 43 Anode Rod Replacement 44 Temperature pressure...

Page 6: ...hen the heater is not subjected to excessive water pressure fluctuations and not subject to an operating pressure greater than 150 P S I filled with potable water free to circulate at all times and with the tank free of damaging water sediment or scale deposits used in a non corrosive and non contaminated atmosphere sized in accordance with proper sizing techniques for residential water heaters be...

Page 7: ...help by phone we call it Rapid Resolution phone support from a Sears representative on all products Think of us as a talking owner s manual Power surge protection against electrical damage due to power fluctuations 250 Food Loss Protection annually for any food spoilage that is the result of mechanical failure of any covered refrigerator or freezer Rental reimbursement if repair of your covered pr...

Page 8: ... Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 and the National Electrical Code NFPA 70 Documents are available from Canadian Standards Association 5060 Spectrum Way Mississauga Ontario Canada L4W 5N6 NFPA documents are also available from National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy MA 02269 The water heater when installed must be grounded in accordance with the local codes or in the absence of loc...

Page 9: ...ly M Sediment Pocket N Condensate Tube O Drain Pan P Drain Valve Q Heat Engine Hose Cold In R Casing Door Plastic S Display Enclosure Plastic T Heat Engine Hose Hot Out U Side Casing Plastic V Top Casing Enclosure Plastic W Exhaust Elbow Assembly X T P Relief Valve Y Anode Z Inlet Dip Tube CAUTION HARNESS HAS 120 VAC IN OPERATION See Planning the Vent System Installation of Vent System and Condens...

Page 10: ...90 If the hardness of your water supply is more than of 12 grains per gallon 200 mg L if your water supply is acidic or otherwise impure the water supply must be treated with approved methods Minimum Clearance To Combustibles Service Clearance Test Pressure P S I Top Front Vent Back Sides Floor Front Sides 0 0 0 0 0 0 21 53 3 cm 12 30 5 cm 300 This appliance must be installed in accordance with lo...

Page 11: ...s fueled heating appliance or equipment The sign shall read in print size no less than one half 1 2 inch in size GAS VENT DIRECTLY BELOW KEEP CLEAR OF ALL OBSTRUCTIONS INSPECTION The state or local gas inspector of the side wall horizontally vented gas fueled equipment shall not approve the installation unless upon inspection the inspector observes carbon monoxide detectors and signage installed i...

Page 12: ...ng DO NOT use any pumps valves or fittings that are not compatible with potable water DO NOT use valves that may cause excessive restriction to water flow Use full flow ball or gate valves only DO NOT use any lead based solder in potable water lines Use appropriate tin antimony or other equivalent material DO NOT tamper with the gas control thermostat igniter or temperature and pressure relief val...

Page 13: ...re polarity sensitive Ensure the electrical supply is connected correctly in the receptacle box Failure to connect correctly will prevent the unit from functioning properly Installation of the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if the tank or any connections should leak the flow will not cause damage to the structure For this reason it is not advisable to install the water hea...

Page 14: ...s gasoline solvents or adhe sives in the same room or area near the water heater Keep flammable products 1 far away from heater 2 in approved containers 3 tightly closed and 4 out of children s reach Water heater has a main burner and spark generator The spark generator 1 can be triggered at any time and 2 the spark will ignite flammable vapors Vapors 1 cannot be seen 2 are heavier than air 3 go a...

Page 15: ...ovided on each side of the rear portion of the shroud The top and bottom of each tab must be cut and gently bent inwards thus allowing the straps to exit the shroud see Figure 9 In order to access the tabs and install the earthquake straps it is necessary to remove the top front and side panels of the shroud as follows see Figures 6 8 Door opening Unlock the door by rotating the lock counter clock...

Page 16: ...16 Screws Screws Top Casing Front FIGURE 7 Screws FIGURE 8 FIGURE 9 After the heater has been positioned and the earthquake straps have been installed re assemble the shroud in the reverse order ...

Page 17: ...tc additional air may need to be provided using the methods described in Appliances in Confined Space that follows APPLIANCES IN CONFINED SPACES CONFINED SPACE is a space whose volume is less than 50 cubic feet per 1 000 Btu per hour 4 8m3 per kW of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space When drawing combustion air from inside a building to a confined space such a spa...

Page 18: ...re inch per 4 000 Btu per hour 5 5 cm2 kW of total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure see Figure 13 3 When communicating with the outdoors through horizontal ducts each opening should have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 2 000 Btu per hour 11 cm2 kW of total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure see Figure 14 FIGURE 13 4 When ducts are used they should be of the same ...

Page 19: ...scald and permanently injure you upon contact Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others These include the elderly children the physically or developmentally disabled If anyone using hot water fits into one of these groups or if there is a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap then you must take special precautions In...

Page 20: ... filtering system or a water softener before the water heater system If you are installing a water filtering system use a 5 micron filter to reduce particles that can potentially cause nuisance shutdown problems and prolong the maintenance of the water heater s inlet filter A water softener can affect the life of the anode installed in this water heater Refer to Anode Rod Inspection section in thi...

Page 21: ...rial listed for hot water distribution Shall be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both the temperature pressure relief valve and the discharge pipe Shall terminate a maximum of 6 in 15cm above a floor drain or external to the building In cold climates it is recommended that the discharge line be terminated at an adequate drain inside the building Shall not have any valve between the re...

Page 22: ...must be leak tested before placing the appliance in operation Use a leak test solution not a match or open flame NOTE An alternate location for the gas line entry is possible Drill a suitable hole centered on the crosshairs on the left side panel Use pipe joint compound or Teflon tape marked as being resistant to the action of petroleum Propane L P gases The appliance and its gas connection must b...

Page 23: ...table below Instructions for installing these accessories are include in the kits Altitude ft m Kit 6 501 8 500 1 981 2 591 9007440005 8 501 11 000 2 591 3 352 9007441005 WARNING THESEHIGHEFFICIENCYWATERHEATERS ARE CERTIFIED FOR USE AT SPECIFIC ALTITUDE RANGES FOR USE AT ALTITUDES OVER 3 500 FEET 1 067M OR 6 500 FEET 1 981M THE PRIMARY CONTROL BOARD PCB MUST BE CHANGED USE THE APPROPRIATE ACCESSOR...

Page 24: ...proper installation through a sidewall are provided in Figure 31 Plan the vent system layout so that proper clearances are maintained from plumbing and wiring Vent pipes serving power vented appliances are classified by building codes as vent connectors Required clearances from combustible materials must be provided in accordance with information in this manual under Facts to Consider About Locati...

Page 25: ...the vent kit must be used as the vent termination see Figure 20 If using 3 inch vent pipe Install the rubber reducing coupling 2 in to 3 in and gear clamps supplied at the end of the section of vent pipe installed on the heater Continue building the vent system or connect the existing vent system to the coupling The total system must not exceed the equivalent pipe lengths discussed above where eac...

Page 26: ...ection titled Installation Of Vertical Vent System Ensure the vent length is long enough that the outside air will not cause the water heater to freeze VENT TERMINAL INSTALLATION SIDEWALL Vent terminals supplied with heater must be used CAUTION NOTE BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION OF ANY VENT PIPE READ THE VENT PIPE MANUFACTURER S INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1 After the points of termination have been...

Page 27: ... pipe and fittings in the Vent Pipe Preparation section It is recommended that the completion of the venting system start at the rubber coupling and run to the coupling on the inside wall of the vent terminal see Figure 23 FIGURE 23 The vent system piping should be supported every 5 ft 1 5m of vertical run and every 3 ft 91cm of horizontal run All piping and fittings must be joined by the proper p...

Page 28: ...28 VENT PIPE PREPARATION 1 INITIAL PREPARATION A Make sure the solvent cement you are planning to use is designed for the specific application you are attempting B Know the physical and chemical characteristics and limitations of the PVC and CPVC piping materials that you are about to use C Know the reputation of your manufacturer and their products D Know your own qualifications or those of your ...

Page 29: ...e bristle type paint brush Use a proper width brush or roller to apply the primer and cement see chart below Speedy application of cement is important due to its fast drying characteristics IMPORTANT NOTE Adauber type applicator should only be used on pipe sizes 2 in and below For larger diameter pipe a brush or roller must be used RECOMMENDED BRUSH SIZE FOR PRIMER AND CEMENT APPLICATIONS Nominal ...

Page 30: ...the distance and make a second mark as the primer and cement will most likely destroy your first one Apply primer to the surface of the pipe and fitting socket with a natural bristle brush This process softens and prepares the PVC or CPVC for the solvent cementing step Move quickly and without hesitation to the cementing procedure while the surfaces are still wet with primer E Application of solve...

Page 31: ...nsure that the drain is free and clear of debris and will not allow backflow through the condensate tube Consideration must be given to avoid freezing of the condensate lines which could result in excessive build up of condensate inside the water heater Waterproof heat tape may be required to prevent freezing of the condensate lines Please ensure that the outlet of the condensate drain does not cr...

Page 32: ...STING PRODUCTS FROM CIRCULATING TO THE AIR INTAKE IN WINDY COLD AREAS THE MAXIMUM PRACTICAL DISTANCE BETWEEN THESE TWO TERMINALS IS RECOMMENDED CAUTION TO PREVENT EXHAUSTING PRODUCTS FROM CIRCULATING TO THE AIR INTAKE IN WINDY COLD AREAS THE MAXIMUM PRACTICAL DISTANCE BETWEEN THESE TWO TERMINALS IS RECOMMENDED ...

Page 33: ...g the calibration 4 Do not interrupt this procedure once it has started After a successful calibration the heater will go into standby mode and the display will show 105 F factory default During the calibration if the call for heat ends the calibration was not completed and the E36 error message will be shown on the display If this occurs unplug the power cord and repeat steps 1 and 2 To put the h...

Page 34: ...r in the lock or unlock condition The Icon is composed of 3 components the base a locked and an unlocked arc Operating Modes Operating modes are Boost for peak demand Energy Saver and Vacation Three LEDs are used to indicate the Operating Mode Vacation Mode Yellow LED Energy Saver Mode Green LED Boost Mode Orange LED The Operating Modes have the following characteristics Vacation mode Fixed temper...

Page 35: ... point and pressing the Down button will decrease the set point NOTE The Temperature Set point cannot be adjusted beyond the limits of the current Mode selected Burner in Operation When the burners are in operation and flame is detected by the flame sensor the flame symbol is illuminated Switching Between Units of Measure Switching between temperature units of measure F C Two yellow LEDs will be u...

Page 36: ...g J1 Flame J5 Water Valve Water Flow J8 Thermistors J9 RS 485 J10 UIM Setting J11 High Temp SW Water Valve Water Flow Sensor BROWN YELLOW BLACK WHITE Flame Sense Rod YELLOW BLACK BLACK BLACK BROWN BROWN RED RED BLUE BLUE Thermistors J12 Gas Valves ECO J13 Pump J15 Auxiliary Out Igniter J16 XFMR Pr Transformer J7 Power 120Vac J4 XFMR Sec J3 Thermal Fuse J2 Blower Blower BROWN BROWN BLACK BLACK GREE...

Page 37: ... not operate follow the instructions TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE and call your technician or gas supplier DANGER Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury Consult the instruction manual before changing temperature DANGER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A This appliance does not have a pilot It is equipped with an ignition device which automatically lights the burner Do NOT try to light the burner by...

Page 38: ...L WATER TEMPERATURE HOT WATER TEMPERATURES REQUIRED FOR AUTOMATIC DISHWASHER AND LAUNDRYUSECANCAUSESCALDBURNSRESULTING IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY AND OR DEATH THE TEMPERATURE AT WHICH INJURY OCCURS VARIES WITH THE PERSON S AGE AND THE TIME OF THE EXPOSURE THE SLOWER RESPONSE TIME OF CHILDREN AGED OR DISABLED PERSONS INCREASES THE HAZARDS TO THEM NEVERALLOW SMALL CHILDREN TO USE A HOT WATER TAP OR ...

Page 39: ...gy Saver Mode is selected for all other Temperature set point values Three LED s are used to indicate the Operating Mode Selection Vacation Mode Yellow LED Energy Saver Mode Green LED Boost Mode Orange LED The Operating Modes have the following characteristics Vacation mode Fixed temperature setting of 90 F 32 C Energy Saver mode Temperature range from 100 F to 135 F 38 C to 57 C in increments of ...

Page 40: ...venting used This switch should reset to the closed position when the vent pipe temperature cools sufficiently Opening Temperature is approximately 165 F 74 C 5 F 2 8 C Closing Temperature is approximately 135 F 57 C 5 F 2 8 C The power for the main gas valve is to be routed through the High Temperature Switch causing the main gas valve to be de energized immediately when the switch opens The stat...

Page 41: ...f a power outage occurs or the unit is energized de energized by the STANDBY symbol for re booting the controller resets to the last temperature setting After clearing a continuous lockout error code the unit will always go back to the factory default temp setting and mode Storage Tank Set point The control is required to maintain a storage tank set point differential temperature Storage Tank Call...

Page 42: ...ring heating and cooling periods and should be considered normal See CONDENSATE section OPERATIONAL CONDITIONS Smelly Water In each water heater there is installed at least one anode rod see parts section for corrosion protection of the tank Certain water conditions will cause a reaction between this rod and the water The most common complaint associated with the anode rod is one of a rotten egg s...

Page 43: ... a period of time a flooded water heater will create dangerous conditions which can cause DEATH SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Contact a qualified installer or service agency to replace a flooded water heater Do not attempt to repair the unit It must be replaced 1 2 INSTALLED IN SUITABLE AREA To insure sufficient ventilation and combustion air supply proper clearances from the water heat...

Page 44: ...required Reconnect the electrical power to the water heater Restart the water heater following the Lighting Instructions 1 2 3 4 5 6 TEMPERATURE PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE OPERATION FIGURE 37 The temperature pressure relief valve lever must be operated at least once a year to ensure that the water ways are clear When checking the temperature pressure relief valve operation make sure that No one is in f...

Page 45: ...r Inlet Fitting Water Inlet Filter Shut off Valve FIGURE 39 Install the filter Install the clean filter Open the shut off valve on the water inlet fitting and remove the rubber gloves Remove and empty the basin Open the shutoff valve on the cold water line Close and lock the door Reconnect the electrical power to the water heater Restart the water heater following the Lighting Instructions CLEANIN...

Page 46: ...minutes Disconnect electrical power to the water heater and circulating pump Disconnect hoses from heat engine and circulating pump draining the cleaning solution into the pail Reconnect the original hoses to the heat engine Remove the in line filter at the cold water inlet and clean out any residue Assemble the filter back into the unit Open the shutoff valves on both the hot water and cold water...

Page 47: ...ºF ºC LED or ºF LED turned ON H03 Storage tank temperature H03 xxx ºC or ºF 041 or 105 41ºC or 105ºF ºC LED or ºF LED turned ON H04 Heat engine water flow rate H04 xxx litres minute 056 5 6 litres minute 1 48 Gallons minute 1 litre 0 264 Gallons 1 gallon 3 78 litres H05 Fan Speed H05 __x xxx rpm 006_511 6511 rpm rpm rotations per minute H06 Fan Current H06 __x xxx mA 001_456 1456 mA 1 456A mA mill...

Page 48: ...ted when no flame was expected Soft Check the Flame Sensor Check the flame wire harness Change the Control Board 1 2 3 E08 ECO Switch is open Control detects that the ECO Switch is open preventing power to the Main Valve Continuous Check inlet water filter Measure the water temperature ECO Switch open temperature is 85 5ºC 185 14ºF and close temperature is 65 5ºC 149 14ºF Check the ECO Switch Chec...

Page 49: ...r s output signal but the Blower speed 0 for 400ms E19 Blower speed stuck 3000 rpm Soft E20 Proportional valve PV current unusual Proportional valve Current Minimum Soft Check the proportional gas valve wire harness Change the Control Board Change the gas valve assembly 1 2 3 E21 Proportional valve Current Maximum E22 Outlet Temperature Probe is Open circuit Outlet Temperature is minimum defined t...

Page 50: ...s not functioning properly control error or the valve is responding slowly valve failure Soft Check the proportional gas valve wire harness change the Control Board change the gas valve assembly E35 Repeated Flame Loss Fault Low Gas Inlet Pressure Low Water Flow Rate Soft Clean or change the water filter Check the Flame Sensor wire harness Check line gas pressure If it is above 5 WC check the Flam...

Page 51: ...ble air from the heat engine water passage Check wire harness for pump water valve and water flow sensor Check the pump 120Vac voltage supply the pump shall be energized during the heating mode Clean or change the water filter Change Control Board Change pump Change water valve 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 E99 Board Failure An internal diagnostic check on the board has failed Soft Change the Control Board TABL...

Page 52: ...DORS refer to Smelly Water and Anode Rod Inspection sections High sulfate or mineral content in water supply Drain and flush heater thoroughly then refill Bacteria in water supply Chlorinate water supply HOT WATER TOO HOT Thermostat set too high Refer to TEMPERATURE REGULATION section WATER HEATER SOUNDS Condensation dripping on burner Refer to CONDENSATION above SOOTING Improper combustion Refer ...

Page 53: ...What to do CANNOT OPEN DOOR Door pins locked in place a Ensure the door lock is unlocked b Ensure the top and bottom door pins are released by using a small screwdriver to pry the pins in the direction of the door opening TABLE 5 ...

Page 54: ...weather or pipe connections may be leaking B Small amounts of water from temperature pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure in your area C The temperature pressure relief valve may be leaking at the tank fitting D Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve being slightly opened E The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting F Water in the water hea...

Page 55: ...perature Switch 9007211015 9007211015 K Drain trap assembly condensate 9007205005 9007205005 M 12 Hose braided 9007176005 9007176005 N Drain valve 9000058015 9000058015 O Tank thermistor probe 9007177005 9007177005 R Display subassembly w Bilingual label English French 9007426005 9007426005 R Display subassembly w English label 9007425005 9007425005 S Heat engine assembly 9007206005 9008028005 U H...

Page 56: ...56 R O N M L K J I H G F E D C B A T Q S P 12 15 14 U 10 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Z Y X W V 11 9 8 13 ...

Page 57: ...nk thermistor probe P Front door lock Hook cam Q Shroud right side tank assembly door R Display subassembly S Heat engine assy T Cover front flue gas return U High Limit Fuse V Air inlet cover Direct vent W Air inlet cover gasket Direct vent X ECO Switch Y Transformer Z Control board assembly w Base 1 Power cord assembly 2 Flame sensor 3 Ignitor spark generator 4 Gas valve 5 Blower motor assembly ...

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