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Page 1: ...TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building i mmediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier sinstructions If you can not reach your gas supplier call the fire department Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer service agency or the gas supplier l _E ...

Page 2: ... the require ments 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 require ments of local codes but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as meet ing the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices fo...

Page 3: ...G 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 roduce a relatively low flue gas temperature Such tem eratures may not be high enough to properly open ther mally operated vent dampers This would c...

Page 4: ...an the water heater dimensions and must be piped to an adequate drain The pan must not restrict combustion air flow Under no circumstances is the manufacturer or Sears to he held liable for any water damage in connection with this water heater _WARNING HYDROGEN GAS Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for a long period of time generally two weeks or more Hydrog...

Page 5: ...Valve 13 Filling the Water Heater 14 Venting 14 15 Gas Piping 15 16 Installation Checldist 17 Operating Instructions 18 20 18 19 lighting Temperature Regulation 20 Service and Adjustment 21 22 Tank Sediment Cleaning 21 Venting System Inspection 21 Burner Inspection 21 Burner Cleaning 21 Draining 22 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve Operation 22 Housekeeping 22 Service 22 Troubleshooting Guide 23 2...

Page 6: ...HE 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 or public library or gas company or by wr...

Page 7: ...NS 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 Scars store Pipe Wrenches 2 14 Screwdriver Tin Snips 6 Foot Tape of Folding Rule Garden Hose Drill Pipe dope or Teflon Tape GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE 1 SLOT HEAD SCREWDRIVER PIPE WRENCH PHIL...

Page 8: ... 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 essary Disconnect the temperature pres Q sure relief valve drain line When the water heater is drained disconnect the hose from the drain valve Close the drain valve The water heater is now...

Page 9: ...one using hot water in your home 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 addi tion 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 w...

Page 10: ... gasoline andotherflammablesubstances shouldneverbe storedor usedinthe sameroom or area con taininga gaswater heateror other openflameor sparkproduc ingappliance NOTE Flammablevaporsmay be drawnby air currentsfrom i otherareasofthe structureto the appliance AWARNING Propellantsof aerosolsprays andvolatilecompounds clean ers chlorinebasedchemicals refrigerants etc in addition to beinghighlyflammabl...

Page 11: ...INGS C DOOR FRONT VIEW _ 3 MIN OF DOOR AIR DUCT IFig ro4 Flguro51 AWARNING Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible construction are listed below Minimum Side Rear Clearances I Minimum front clearance from jacket to closet door _ 4 Minimum ceiling clearance from jacket top to com bustible ceiling 18 It Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Confined Spaces Conf...

Page 12: ... or Fireplaces Operation of exhaust fans ventilation systems clomes dryers or fireplaces may create conditions requiring special attention to avoid unsatisfactory operation of installed gas utilization equipment Water Piping _WARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD Water heaters are intended to reducehot water Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy clotheswashing dishwashing and other sanitizing ...

Page 13: ...ty damage the relief valve must be allowed to discharge water in quantities should circumstances demand If the discharge pipe is not connect ed to a drain or other suitable means the water flow may cause property damage The Discharge Pipe Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the valve or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions Must not be plugged or blocked Must be of...

Page 14: ...ntilation air flow must not be obstructed Venting TO CHIMNEY PLACE LEGS IN HOLES EIDED The draft hood supplied with this water heater must be installed as shown beforethe heater isoperated If the draft hood is removed for cleaning or replacement it must be replaced in reverseorder as removed AWARNING VENT DAMPERS Any vent damper whether it is operated thermally or otherwise must be removed if its ...

Page 15: ...al to area of the largest single vent plus 50 of area of all others joining it EXAMPLE To combine two 6 vents with an 8 vent the area of a combined vent should be one half area of two 6 vents 14 14 plus area of 8 vent 50 78 sq inches Referring to chart 78 sq inches requires a 10 diameter vent VENT SIZE 5 6 7 8 9 SQUARE INCHES 20 28 38 50 64 VENT SIZE 10 12 14 16 18 SQUARE INCHES 79 113 154 201 254...

Page 16: ... feet above sea level Contact your local Sears Service Center or gas utility for further information AWARNING The appliance and it_ must be leak tested beforeplacingthe appliance in operation AWARNING The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be discon nected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the gas system at test pressures in excess of pound per square in...

Page 17: ...er 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 _ c wdl operate properly See Combustion Air and Ventdatlon in the Installation Instructions section Is the draft hood vent piping properly secured See Venting instructions in the Installation Instructions section Is there proper clearance between the...

Page 18: ...HE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER FOR YOUR SAFETY IF YOU SMELL GAS Do not try to light any appliance Do not touch any electrical switch do not use any phone in your building Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor s phone Follow the gas supplier_ instructions If you cannot reach your gas supplier call the fire department _ WARNING DO NOT force the gas control knob Use only your hand to p...

Page 19: ...ll gas go to the nextstep 6 Remove or open inner door located below the gas controlunit Figure13 page18 n _ 7 Findpilot follow metal THEBMOCOUPLE _ PILOT BURNER tubefromgascontrol 11_ The pilotis locatedin _ _J frontof the burner IL _ I _ 8 If youdon tsmellgas turnknobongascontrol counter clockwise _ to PILOT position Figure11 page18 9 Push in control knob all the way and hold down Immediatelyligh...

Page 20: ...t water tapsusedby these peopleor at the water heater Mixingvalves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores Follow man ufacturersinstructionsfor installationof the valves Before changingthe factory setting on the thermostat read the TemperatureRegulation section inthismanual AWARNING I Never allowsmallchildrento usea hot water tap or to draw I their ownbathwater Neverleavea childor hand...

Page 21: ...G J Obstructed or deteriorated vent systemsmay present a serious health risk or asphyx at on A WARNING J Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent escape of dangerous flue gasses which could cause deadly asphyxiation AWARNING I If after inspection of the vent system you found sooting or deterioration something is wrong Call the local gas utility to I correct the problem and clean or...

Page 22: ...after manuallyoperating the valve it failsto completely reset and continuesto release water immediatelyclosethe cold water inlet to the water heater follow the draining instructions and replace the temperature pressure relief valvewith a new one Housekeeping Vacuum around base of water heater for dust dirt and lint on a regular basis Combustible materials such as clothing cleaning materials or fla...

Page 23: ...pector water supplier and or the Sears Service Center for assistance in controlling these situations HOT COLD WATER HEATER COLD WATER INLET FITTING HOT WATERHEATER 3 COLDWATER PRESSURE INLETFITTING REDUCING VALVEWITH By PASS 0 1 EXPANSION TANK z PRESSURE GAUGE WATER SHUTOFF RECOMMENDED INSTALLATION VERTICAL MOUNTING FLOOR CEILING JOiSt ETC STRAPPING Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications Model Tank...

Page 24: ...n in the water c a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater This harmless bacteria is non toxic to humans d an excess of active hydrogen in the tank This is caused by the corrosion protective action of the anode Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater models by replacing the anode s with one of less active material and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all...

Page 25: ...l gas shut offvalve to be sure it is open Check the pilot flame It _ay have gone out All models have an opening behind the outer door for viewing the pilot If the pilot is not lit follow the Lighting instructions in this manual or located above the gas control valve on the water heater to relight the pilot If the water was extremely hot and is now cold the high limit safety temperature shut off ma...

Page 26: ...e leaking Small amounts of water from temperature pressure relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pres 0 o sure in your area The temperature pressure relief valve may be leaking at the tank fitting Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve opened slightly The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting Combustion products contain water vapor which can con dense on the...

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Page 30: ...Parts Order List KENMORECOMMERCIALGASWATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS 153 337002 100GM 153 337072 73GM 15 1 7 16 3O ...

Page 31: ...2001 9002321 9001671 9003040 9O00358 0270224 0002917430 23600 tReplaced only on return of damaged plate Not Illustrated Now that you have purchased your Gas Water Heater should a need ever exist for repair parts or service simply contact any Sears Service Center or call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 Be sure to provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit All parts listed may be ordered from...

Page 32: ...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 state SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO Dept 817 WA HOFFMAN ESTATES IL 60179 Sears Installation Warranty In addition to any warrantyextended to you on the Searsmerchandise...

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