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Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A

This water heater meets the new ANSI Z21.10.1 
standard that deals with the accidental or 
unintended ignition of 

fl

 ammable vapors, such 

as those emitted by gasoline.

Owner’s Manual

FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.

NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.

NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.

MODEL NO.

153.330660 40 

Gallon

For Your Safety

 

AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER.

• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
•  Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Parts List

POWER MISER™ 6

ULTRA LOW NOx

GAS WATER HEATER

www.sears.com

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         PART NO. 315428-001

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Содержание 153.330942 POWER MISER 9

Страница 1: ...ur Safety AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER Safety Instructions Installation Operation Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Parts List POWER MISER 6 ULTRA LOW NOx GAS WATER HEATER www sears com PRINTED IN THE U S A 0609 PART NO 315428 001 Si no puede leer o entender el inglés y necesita el manual de instrucciones en español puede solicitarlo al 1 800 821 2017 NO TRATE DE INS...

Страница 2: ...also be familiar with the design features and use of flammable vapor ignition resistant water heaters and have a thorough understanding of this instruction manual Service Agency A service agency also must have ability equivalent to a licensed tradesman in the fields plumbing air supply venting and gas supply including a thorough understanding of the requirements of the National Fuel Gas Code as it...

Страница 3: ...3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...

Страница 4: ...VICE AND ADJUSTMENT 20 22 Tank Sediment Cleaning 20 Venting System Inspection 20 Burner Inspection 20 Removing the Burner Door Assembly 21 Ultra Low NOx Natural Gas Burner 21 Replacing the Pilot Assembly 21 Replacing the Thermocouple 22 External Inspection Cleaning of the Flame Arrestor 22 Cleaning the Combustion Chamber and Flame Arrestor 22 Replacing the Burner Door Assembly 23 Piezoelectric Ign...

Страница 5: ...se instructions 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 ...

Страница 6: ...ATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAMETER 22 559 mm 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 Teflo...

Страница 7: ...CCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES DRIP LEG AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES FIGURE 1 J Drip Leg Sediment Trap K Inner Door L Outer door M Union N Inlet Water Shut off Valve O Cold Water Inlet P Inlet Dip Tube Q Temperature Pressure Relief Valve R Rating Plate S Flue Baffle T Gas Control Valve Thermostat U Drain Valve V Pilot and Main Burner W Flue X Metal Drain Pan Y Piezo Igniter ALL PIPING MATERIALS TO BE SU...

Страница 8: ...n be lifted off after any screw or other attached devices are removed Dispose of the draft hood The new water heater has a draft hood which must be used for proper operation 6 If you have copper piping to the water heater the two copper water pipes can be cut with a hacksaw approximately four inches away from where they connect to the water heater see Figure 6 This will avoid cutting off pipes too...

Страница 9: ...unction with a piped metal drain pan These devices are available from some plumbing supply wholesalers and retailers and detect and react to leakage in various ways Sensors mounted in the metal drain pan that trigger an alarm or turn off the incoming water to the water heater when leakage is detected Sensors mounted in the metal drain pan that turn off the water supply to the entire home when wate...

Страница 10: ...ce from the top of the jacket is 8 inches 203 mm on most models Note that a lesser dimension may be allowed on some models refer to the label attached adjacent to the gas control valve on the water heater FIGURE 8 FIGURE 9 A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the correct amount of air for combustion see Figure 9 Do not install in a confined area such as a closet unless you provide ai...

Страница 11: ...pace The total input of all gas utilization equipment installed in the combined space shall be considered in making this determination Each opening shall have a minimum 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 less than 100 square inches 645 cm2 One opening shall commence within 12 inches ...

Страница 12: ...e or at the water heater Mixing valves are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores See Figure 14 Valves for reducing point of use temperature by mixing cold and hot water are also available Follow manufacturer s instructions for installation of the valves Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat read the Temperature Regulation section in this manual FIGURE 14 Louvers and Grill...

Страница 13: ...nions or couplings be installed on this water heater when connected to copper pipe Figure 15 shows the typical attachment of the water piping to the water heater The water heater is equipped with 3 4 NPT water connections NOTE If using copper tubing solder tubing to an adapter before attaching the adapter to the cold water inlet connection Do not solder the cold water supply line directly to the c...

Страница 14: ... code requirements of ASME If replaced the valve must meet the requirements of local codes but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as indicated in the above paragraph The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water heater 150 psi 1 035kPa and a discharge capacity not less than the water ...

Страница 15: ...ide poisoning Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification as complying with the current edition of the 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 local gas supplier for further information To insure proper venting of this gas f...

Страница 16: ... chloride waxes bleach and process chemicals are typical compounds which are potentially corrosive Gas Piping Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the model rating plate The inlet gas pressure must not exceed 14 inch water column 3 5kPa for natural and propane gas L P gas The minimum inlet gas pressure listed on the rating plate is for the purpose of input adjustment If the gas co...

Страница 17: ...ff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1 2 pound per square inch 3 5 kPa Connecting the gas piping to the gas control valve of the water heater can be accomplished by either of the two methods shown in Figures 19 and 20 TEFLON is a registered trademark of E I Du Pont De Nemours and Company Sediment Traps Contaminants in the gas ...

Страница 18: ...18 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ...

Страница 19: ...r allow small children to use a hot water tap or to draw their own bath water Never leave a child or handicapped person unattended in a bathtub or shower NOTE A water temperature range of 120 F 140 F 49 C 60 C is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its lowest position It is adjustable and must be reset to the desired temperature ...

Страница 20: ...combustion contains certain chemical vapors Spray can propellants cleaning solvents refrigerator and air conditioner refrigerants swimming pool chemicals calcium and sodium chloride waxes bleach and process chemicals are typical compounds which are potentially corrosive If when inspecting the vent system you find sooting or deterioration something is wrong Call the local gas supplier to correct th...

Страница 21: ...or Assembly section to remove the assembly 2 Remove the retainer clip securing the two piece wire connector to the burner door assembly Note the orientation of the retainer clip Insert the tip of a large flat head screwdriver between the clip and the top of the two piece wire connector Carefully rotate the screwdriver to raise the clip It may be necessary to remove the connector one side at a time...

Страница 22: ...GURE 27 Cleaning the Pilot Assembly 1 Follow the procedure outlined in Removing the Burner Door Assembly 2 Use a soft bristle brush to remove any debris that may have collected on the pilot Note Clean any debris found in the primary air supply hole on the pilot See Figure 28 3 Follow the steps in Replacing the Burner Door Assembly section to reassemble PILOT IGNITER PRIMARY AIR SUPPLY HOLES PILOT ...

Страница 23: ...t the igniter wire 8 Turn gas supply on and refer to the Operating Instructions GAS CONTROL VALVE THERMOSTAT BURNER DOOR ASSEMBLY FIGURE 30 9 Check for leaks by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak detection solution Bubbles will show a leak Correct any leak found 10 Replace the outer door Piezoelectric Igniter System The piezoelectric igniter system consists of the igniter button electrode a...

Страница 24: ...ockwise DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN damage may result Be sure to use approved Teflon tape or pipe joint compound on the gas piping connections and fitting on the back of the gas control valve that screws into tank Be sure to remove the pilot ferrule nut from the new gas control valve thermostat Turn the gas supply on and check for leaks Test all connections by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak det...

Страница 25: ...m the following steps Turn off the gas to the water heater at the manual gas 1 shut off valve Open a nearby hot water faucet until the water is no longer 2 hot Close the cold water inlet valve 3 Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate it to an 4 adequate drain or external to the building Open the water heater drain valve and allow all of the water 5 to drain from the tank Flush the tank wi...

Страница 26: ... Table 2 Expansion Tank Sizing Chart Expansion Tank Capacity Needed Inlet Water Pressure Water Heater Capacity Gallons 30 40 50 66 82 40 psi 2 2 2 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 NOTE Expansion tanks are pre charged with a 40 psi air charge If the inlet water pressure is hi...

Страница 27: ...tten egg smell This odor is derived from hydrogen sulfide gas dissolved in the water The smell is the result of four factors which must all be present for the odor to develop a concentration of sulfate in the supply water little or no dissolved oxygen in the water a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater This harmless bacteria is non toxic to humans an excess of active hydrogen in the t...

Страница 28: ...3 Clean locate source and correct 4 Finger tighten then 1 2 turn with wrench 5 Replace thermocouple 6 Locate source and correct 7 Eliminate flammable vapor source s Call 1 800 4 MY HOME 1 800 469 4663 8 Check with gas utility company 9 See service and adjustment section for inspection and cleaning of flame arrestor burner 10 Clean pilot HIGH OPERATION COSTS 1 Thermostat set too high 2 Sediment or ...

Страница 29: ...HOME 1 800 469 4663 CONDENSATION 1 Temperature setting too low 1 Increase the temperature setting BURNER FLAME FLOATS AND LIFTS OFF PORTS 1 Orifice too large 2 High gas pressure 3 Water heater flue or vent system blocked 4 Cold drafts 5 Dirty burner screen 1 Replace with correct orifice 2 Check with gas utility company 3 Clean flue and burner locate source and correct 4 Locate source and correct 5...

Страница 30: ...O YES Follow the Cleaning the Pilot Assembly instructions found in this manual Is the pilot protected from cold drafts that could prevent it from lighting NO YES Eliminate any drafts See the Site Location instructions found in this manual Check the water heater for a Flammable Vapor FV event If the flame arrestor show signs of discoloration shut off the gas supply to the water heater at the manual...

Страница 31: ...o Part Description 153 330660 1 Draft Hood 185917 001 2 Heat Trap Cold Some Models 9003915 3 Heat Trap Hot Some Models 9003915 4 Cold Water Dip Tube 9006798 5 Anode Rod 9003892 6 T P Relief Valve Located Top Or Side 9000728 7 Drain Valve 9000058 8 Gas Control Valve Thermostat 9006440 9 Outer Door 700795 018 10 Pilot Assembly Natural Gas 9006441 11 Burner Door Assembly Natural Gas Low Nox 9006443 1...

Страница 32: ...ulations on making a smart purchase Your new Kenmore product is designed and manufactured for years of dependable operation 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 Purchase a Master Protection Agreement now and protect yourself from unexpected hassle and expense The M...

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