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Page 1: ...able vapors and liq _J_S in the vicinity of this or any other appliance WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS _lDo not try to light any appliance z Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immedlately call your _as supplier from a neighbors phone _ Follow the gas suppher s instructions If you can not reach your gas supplier call the fire department _tallation and service must...

Page 2: ...ing the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems and the latest edition of ANSI Z21 22 and the code requirements of ASME If replaced the valve must meet the requirements of local codes but not lessthan a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as meeting the require ments for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devicesfor...

Page 3: ... DAMAGE AWARNING VENT DAMPERS Any vent damper whether it is operat ed thermally or otherwise must be removed if its use inhibits proper drafting of the water heater Thermally Operated Vent Dampers Gas fired water heaters having thermal efficiency in excess of 80 may produce a relatively low flue gas temperature Such tem peratures may not be high enoughto properly open ther mally operated vent damp...

Page 4: ...lefor any water damagein connectionwith thiswater heater AWARNING I Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water Immediately call a Sears Service Technician to inspectthe applianceand to replace the gascontrol or any I part of the burner systemwhich hasbeen underwater I A VVARNING HYDROGEN GAS Hydrogengascan be producedin a hot water system that has not been usedfor a long peri...

Page 5: ...3 Venting 13 14 Gas 14 15 Piping Installation Checklist 16 Ooeratin_ Instructions 17 19 _ Eighting 17 18 Temperature Regulation 19 Service and Adiustment 20 21 Tank Sediment Cleaning 20 Venting System Inspection 20 Burner Inspection 20 Burner Cleaning 20 Draining 21 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation 21 Drain Valve Washer Replacement 21 Housekeeping 21 Service 21 Troubleshootin_ Guide 22 ...

Page 6: ... everything on the first few pages READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER The installation must conform with the instructions in this manual gas company rules and Local Codes or in the absence of Local Codes with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas code ANSI Z223 1 also referred to as NFPA 54 This publication is available from your local government ...

Page 7: ... DIAMETER 24 OR LESS AND A RATED CAPACITY 75 GALLONS OR LESS DRAIN PANS AVAILABLE IN 20 DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAME TER 18 OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN 28 DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 26 OR LESS Basic Tools You may or may not need all of these tools depending on your type of installation These tools can be purchased at your local Sears S Ol e Pipe Wrenches 2 14 Screwdrive...

Page 8: ... the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately four inches away from where they con nect to the water heater This will avoid cutting off the pipes too short Additional cuts can be made later if nec Q essary Disconnect the temperature pres sure relief valve drain line When the water heater is drained disconnect the hose from the drain valve Close the drain valve The water heate...

Page 9: ...tances should never be stored or used in the same room or area con taining a gas water heater or other open flame or spark prodoc ingappliance NOTE Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from other areasof the structure to the appliance AWARNING Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds clean ers chlorine based chemicals refrigerants etc in addition to being highly flammable in m...

Page 10: ...ngs one commencing within 12 inches of the top and one commencing within 12 inches from the bottom of the enclosure The openings shall communicate directly or by ducts with the outdoors or spaces crawl or attic that freely communicate with the outdoors Figure 3 1 When directly communicating with the outdoors each open ing shall have a minimum free area of I square inch per 4 000 BTU per hour of to...

Page 11: ...ple Using flexi ble connectors connect the cold water pipe to the coldwater inlet of the water heater NOTE This water heater is super insulated to minimize heat loss from the tank Further reduction in heat loss can be accomplished by insulating the hot water lines from the water heater INSTALLATION COMPLETED USING SEARS INSTALLATION KIT SHUTOFF FLEXIBLE WATER VA _E CONNECTORS HOT OUTLET COLD INLET...

Page 12: ...use of more than four elbows can cause restriction andreduce the dischargecapacityof the valve No valveor other obstruction is to be placed between the relief valve and the tank Do not connect tubing directly to discharge drain unlessa 6 air gap is provided To prevent bodily injury haz ard to life or property damage the relief valve must be allowed to dischargewater in quantities shouldcircumstanc...

Page 13: ... would cause spillage of flue gasesand may cause carbon monoxide poisoning Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification ascomplying with the latest edition of American National Standard ANSI Z21 68 ANSI Z21 66 67 respectively cover electrically and mechanically actuated vent dampers Before installation of any vent damper consult your local Sears Service Center or the gas utility for further in...

Page 14: ... resu t n a fire hazard AWARNING J Be sure vent pipe is properly connected to prevent escape of dangerous flue gaseswh ch cou d cause deadly asphyxiation AWARNING Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors Spray can propellants cleaning solvents refrigerator and air conditioner refrigerants swimming pool chemicals calcium i...

Page 15: ...ter heater installation The sediment trap shall he either a tee fitting with a capped nip ple in the bottom outlet or other device recognized as an effec tive sediment trap If a tee fitting is used it shall be installed in conformance with one of the methods of installation shown below Connecting the gas piping to the gas control valve of the water heater can be accomplished by either of the two m...

Page 16: ...he Facts to Cons der About the Location section Is there proper clearance between the water heater and any thing that might catch fire See the Facts to Consider About the Location section Do you have adequate ventilation so that the water heater will operate properly See Combustion Air and Ventilation n the I astallation Instructions section Is the draft hood vent piping properly secured See Venti...

Page 17: ...D TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER FORYOUR SAFETY IFYOU SMELL GAS Do nottry to lightanyappliance Do not touchany electricalswitch do not useanyphonein your building Immediatelycallyour gassupplier from a neighbor sphone Followthe gassuppliersinstructions If you cannot reach your gassupplier callthe fire depart ment _ WARNING DO NOT force the gascontrol knob Use only your handto pushit downto l...

Page 18: ...low B in the safetyinformation aboveon this label If you don t smellgas go to the nextstep 6 Remove or open inner door located belowthe gas controlunit 7 Findpilot follow metaltubefromgas control Thepilot is locatedinfrontof theburner PILOT BURNER _THERMOCOUPLE 8 If youdon tsmellgas turn knobongascontrolcounter clockwise_ to PILOT position Figure7 page17 9 Push in control knob all the way and hold...

Page 19: ...hat satisfies your hotwater needs a meanssuch as a mixingvalve should be usedat the hotwater taps usedby these peopleor at the water heater Mixingvalves areavailable at plumbing supply or hardware stores Followman ufacturersinstructionsfor installation of the valves Before changingthe factory setting on the thermostat read the q emperature Regulation section inthis manual _ WARNING Neverallowsmall...

Page 20: ...ningsolvents refrigerator and air conditionerrefrigerants swimmingpool chemicals calcium andsodiumchloride waxes bleach and process chemicals are typicalcompounds which are potentially corrosive AWARNING I Obstructed or deterio rated vent systems maypresenta serious healthrisk or asphyxiation A WARNING I Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent I escape of dangerous flue gesses whi...

Page 21: ...re to install and maintain a new properly listed tempera ture pressure relief valve will release the manufacturer from any claim which might result from excessive temperature or pressure AWARNING If the temperature pressure relief valve on the appliance weepsor discharges periodically this may be due to thermal expansion Your water heater may have a check valve installed in the water line or a wat...

Page 22: ...stems may because of such events as high line pressure trequent cut offs the effects of water hammer among others have installed devices such as pressure reducing valves check valves back flowpreventers etc to control these types of problems When these devices are not equipped with an internal by pass and no other measures are taken the devices cause the water system to be closed As water is heate...

Page 23: ...tion Treatment HOT STRAPPING 0 pRESSURE REDUCING INLET COLD VALYEW_TH WATF _ BY PASS SHUTOFF If the smelly water persists after the anode replacement and chlo rination treatment we can only suggest that continuous chlori nation and filtering conditioning equipment be considered to eliminate the water problem Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected By doing so all warranty on the water...

Page 24: ...reRegulation section The gas company can check the gas input to see if it is correct An underflred water heater will not heat water asquickly Look for leaking or open hot water faucets Make sure all are closed The cold water inlet temperature may be colder during the winter months It will take longer to heat the water and seem like less hot water If you cannot find what is wrong call the Sears Ser...

Page 25: ...ing may be leaking Small amounts of water from the temperature pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure in your area O The temperature pressure may leaking at relief valve be the tank fitting O O O Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve opened slighdy The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting Combustion products contain water vapor which can c...

Page 26: ...MIZER TM 6 GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153 332110 39 Gal High Altitude 153 332160 39 Gal 153 332318 30 Gal High Altitude 153 332362 30 Gal 153 332418 40 Gal High Altitude 153 332462 40 Gal 153 332562 50 Gal 17 13 q i 2 16 26 ...

Page 27: ...02411 9002411 9002411 9000351 9000351 9000351 9000281 9000281 9000281 F145 1278 F145 1278 F145 1278 F145 1280 F145 1280 F145 1280 9001852 9001852 9001852 9000360 9000360 9000360 9000272 9000272 9000272 0002916290 23600 153 332462 9000071 9000279 0270118 9000254 9OO1584 9000284 42 33900 9000278 0230129 38 9002615 9002411 9000351 9000281 F145 1278 F145 1280 9001852 9000360 These parts are also avail...

Page 28: ...rial or use in residences of two families or more the above warranty coverage for tanks that leak is effective for 2 years from the date of purchase To obtain warranty service SIMPLY CALL 1 800 4MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 This warranty applies only while this product is in use in the United States This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to...

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