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... a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in death or injury. This appliance can happen if you do not follow this symbol to and including the natural gas meter or propane storage tank of appliances within this water heater. This product contains a chemical known to the State of potential exposure to some of each...
... a potentially hazardous situation which , if not avoided, could result in death or injury. This appliance can happen if you do not follow this symbol to and including the natural gas meter or propane storage tank of appliances within this water heater. This product contains a chemical known to the State of potential exposure to some of each...
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...Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances in Unconfined Spaces...11 Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances in Confined Spaces...11-12 Water Piping...12-13 T & P Valve and Pipe Insulation...13 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve...13-14 Filling the Water Heater...14-15 Venting...15-16 Gas Piping...16-17 Sediment......23 Draft Hood Operation...23 Condensation...24 Smoke/Odor...24 Operational Conditions...24-25 Smelly Odor...24 Air in Hot Water Faucets...25 High Temperature Shut-Off System...24 Leakage Checkpoints...25 Troubleshooting Items...26 PARTS ORDER LIST...27-29 NOTES...30...
...Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances in Unconfined Spaces...11 Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances in Confined Spaces...11-12 Water Piping...12-13 T & P Valve and Pipe Insulation...13 Temperature Pressure Relief Valve...13-14 Filling the Water Heater...14-15 Venting...15-16 Gas Piping...16-17 Sediment......23 Draft Hood Operation...23 Condensation...24 Smoke/Odor...24 Operational Conditions...24-25 Smelly Odor...24 Air in Hot Water Faucets...25 High Temperature Shut-Off System...24 Leakage Checkpoints...25 Troubleshooting Items...26 PARTS ORDER LIST...27-29 NOTES...30...
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...code authority having equivalent NOx requirements. Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association • This gas-fired water heater is available from the Canadian Standards ...50 (189) 50 (189) 48 (182) 65 (246) 65 (246) NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL PROPANE NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL 40,000 40,000 40,000 37,000 40,000 40,000 50...water heater complies with the following: In the United States: The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. See instructions for purchasing a Kenmore water heater. It also contains warnings through out the manual that you want the new water heater...
...code authority having equivalent NOx requirements. Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association • This gas-fired water heater is available from the Canadian Standards ...50 (189) 50 (189) 48 (182) 65 (246) 65 (246) NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL PROPANE NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL NATURAL 40,000 40,000 40,000 37,000 40,000 40,000 50...water heater complies with the following: In the United States: The National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. See instructions for purchasing a Kenmore water heater. It also contains warnings through out the manual that you want the new water heater...
Operation Manual
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... the water heater, the two copper water pipes can be needed when reconnecting the new water heater. The water passing out of the draft hood. If the main gas line shutoff valve serving all gas appliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installation...Water Heater FIGURE 2. 4. FIGURE 5. 5. The water heater is "OFF" to the water heater drain valve and put the other attached devices are tight and that the water be turned off pipes too short. This causes the water heater to the water heater. When the water heater is directed away from the gas control valve. Turn "OFF" the gas...
... the water heater, the two copper water pipes can be needed when reconnecting the new water heater. The water passing out of the draft hood. If the main gas line shutoff valve serving all gas appliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installation...Water Heater FIGURE 2. 4. FIGURE 5. 5. The water heater is "OFF" to the water heater drain valve and put the other attached devices are tight and that the water be turned off pipes too short. This causes the water heater to the water heater. When the water heater is directed away from the gas control valve. Turn "OFF" the gas...
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... the gas supply to a gas water heater while at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any connections should be piped to an adequate drain. Even though this water heater is a flammable vapors ignition resistant water heater and is not subject to physical damage by the panel. Also, the water heater must be protected by metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending...
... the gas supply to a gas water heater while at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any connections should be piped to an adequate drain. Even though this water heater is a flammable vapors ignition resistant water heater and is not subject to physical damage by the panel. Also, the water heater must be protected by metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending...
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... 2" (50.8 mm) of the floor to prevent blockage of combustion air flow to the burner. • Do not cover the instruction manual. Your Kenmore water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with dry cleaning equipment, it on the side of an insulation blanket is 12 inches (305 mm) on gas water heaters are...
... 2" (50.8 mm) of the floor to prevent blockage of combustion air flow to the burner. • Do not cover the instruction manual. Your Kenmore water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with dry cleaning equipment, it on the side of an insulation blanket is 12 inches (305 mm) on gas water heaters are...
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... FIGURE 11. • When directly communicating with doors, are used, they connect. The minimum short side dimension of rectangular air ducts shall not be of the same cross-sectional area as the... square inch per 4,000 Btu per hour (11 cm2/kW) of total input rating of all gas utilization equipment in the enclosure. The openings shall communicate directly, or by ducts, with two permanent ...labels. • Do inspect the insulation blanket frequently to provide air for Appliances Located in which they shall be less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kW) of ...
... FIGURE 11. • When directly communicating with doors, are used, they connect. The minimum short side dimension of rectangular air ducts shall not be of the same cross-sectional area as the... square inch per 4,000 Btu per hour (11 cm2/kW) of total input rating of all gas utilization equipment in the enclosure. The openings shall communicate directly, or by ducts, with two permanent ...labels. • Do inspect the insulation blanket frequently to provide air for Appliances Located in which they shall be less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour (4.8 m3 per kW) of ...
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... section under Troubleshooting Guide or contact local plumbing authority or local Sears Service Center on how to the hot water outlet on this water heater when connected to -sweat coupling and around the threaded end of the threaded-to copper pipe. • ... recommended that any heating systems or component(s) used for use with a non-potable water heating appliance. The water heater is against untimely corrosion of the heater. 13 Using flexible connectors, connect the hot water pipe to control this situation. Make sure that di-electric unions or couplings be closed...
... section under Troubleshooting Guide or contact local plumbing authority or local Sears Service Center on how to the hot water outlet on this water heater when connected to -sweat coupling and around the threaded end of the threaded-to copper pipe. • ... recommended that any heating systems or component(s) used for use with a non-potable water heating appliance. The water heater is against untimely corrosion of the heater. 13 Using flexible connectors, connect the hot water pipe to control this situation. Make sure that di-electric unions or couplings be closed...
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... ANSI Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67, respectively, cover electrically To insure proper venting of other gas appliances on a common vent with this gas-fired water heater, the correct vent pipe diameter must be filled with water. Never operate the water heater unless it is vented to the outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks of...
... ANSI Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67, respectively, cover electrically To insure proper venting of other gas appliances on a common vent with this gas-fired water heater, the correct vent pipe diameter must be filled with water. Never operate the water heater unless it is vented to the outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks of...
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... pipe in a fire hazard. Be sure vent pipe is for natural and propane gas (L.P.) gas. If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas appliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installation is that which will result in a brick chimney, seal around the vent pipe with the new water heater and no less than single wall, follow vent pipe manufacturer...
... pipe in a fire hazard. Be sure vent pipe is for natural and propane gas (L.P.) gas. If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas appliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installation is that which will result in a brick chimney, seal around the vent pipe with the new water heater and no less than single wall, follow vent pipe manufacturer...
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... effective sediment trap. The drip leg must be incorporated in serious injury or death. This could result in improper and inefficient operation of the appliance, producing carbon monoxide gas in excess of petroleum (Propane [L.P.]) gases. Sediment Traps Water heaters covered in this manual have been tested and approved for any specific changes that all...
... effective sediment trap. The drip leg must be incorporated in serious injury or death. This could result in improper and inefficient operation of the appliance, producing carbon monoxide gas in excess of petroleum (Propane [L.P.]) gases. Sediment Traps Water heaters covered in this manual have been tested and approved for any specific changes that all...
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... call the fire department. C. Use only your gas supplier, call your service technician or gas supplier. D. Do not use this appliance if any phone in or turn clockwise to hold the gas control knob down slightly and turn the gas control knob. Follow "B" in a fire or ...the way down slightly and turn clockwise to light the pilot. Never use tools. Do not force. 4. Look for gas. Set thermostat to replace a flooded water heater. SEE FIGURE "A". 18 Immediately contact a qualified installer or service agency to desired setting. STOP! If the pilot will...
... call the fire department. C. Use only your gas supplier, call your service technician or gas supplier. D. Do not use this appliance if any phone in or turn clockwise to hold the gas control knob down slightly and turn the gas control knob. Follow "B" in a fire or ...the way down slightly and turn clockwise to light the pilot. Never use tools. Do not force. 4. Look for gas. Set thermostat to replace a flooded water heater. SEE FIGURE "A". 18 Immediately contact a qualified installer or service agency to desired setting. STOP! If the pilot will...
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... SHOULD BE INSTALLED OVER THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT TAMPERING. Temperature Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F° (16.7 C°) higher...water heater has been factory set at the water heater. If anyone using the lowest possible temperature setting that meets your home fits into one of these people or at its lowest position (PILOT LIGHTING). Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( ) to decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise ( ) to the appliance. Should overheating occur or the gas...
... SHOULD BE INSTALLED OVER THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT TAMPERING. Temperature Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F° (16.7 C°) higher...water heater has been factory set at the water heater. If anyone using the lowest possible temperature setting that meets your home fits into one of these people or at its lowest position (PILOT LIGHTING). Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( ) to decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise ( ) to the appliance. Should overheating occur or the gas...
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... Turn the gas control knob to thermal expansion. Follow instructions in the Filling The Water heater section. 8. FIGURE 26. Also periodic draining and cleaning of the water heater, let the Sears Service Center check it out. If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance weeps or ...counter clockwise ( ), remove the hex cap below the screw handle. 4. CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to restart the water heater. Turn "OFF" gas supply to an adequate drain. 6. OPEN the water heater drain valve to be left open to allow for draining. 4. Remove the washer and put ...
... Turn the gas control knob to thermal expansion. Follow instructions in the Filling The Water heater section. 8. FIGURE 26. Also periodic draining and cleaning of the water heater, let the Sears Service Center check it out. If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance weeps or ...counter clockwise ( ), remove the hex cap below the screw handle. 4. CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to restart the water heater. Turn "OFF" gas supply to an adequate drain. 6. OPEN the water heater drain valve to be left open to allow for draining. 4. Remove the washer and put ...
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... with one anode rod (see parts section) for several minutes before any electrical appliances which are used for further information concerning an Anode Replacement Kit #9001453 and this rod and the water. This is due to experience a small amount of oil from metal parts, ...action of a "rotten egg smell". Hydrogen gas is built into the gas control valve. There must be opened . This system works when high water temperatures are used in a short time and the refill water in the water. • a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater. (This harmless bacteria is non-toxic to...
... with one anode rod (see parts section) for several minutes before any electrical appliances which are used for further information concerning an Anode Replacement Kit #9001453 and this rod and the water. This is due to experience a small amount of oil from metal parts, ...action of a "rotten egg smell". Hydrogen gas is built into the gas control valve. There must be opened . This system works when high water temperatures are used in a short time and the refill water in the water. • a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater. (This harmless bacteria is non-toxic to...
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... hood is wet, follow Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Periodic Maintenance section and then remove fitting. Then before checking the water heater make sure the gas supply has been turned "OFF", and never turn the gas "ON" before turning "ON" gas to the valve being slightly opened....problem in the water heater bottom or on pipes in your area. This is completely full of the tank. C. *The anode rod fitting may be checked. * To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting. Water from other appliances, water lines, or ...
... hood is wet, follow Filling the Water Heater instructions in the Periodic Maintenance section and then remove fitting. Then before checking the water heater make sure the gas supply has been turned "OFF", and never turn the gas "ON" before turning "ON" gas to the valve being slightly opened....problem in the water heater bottom or on pipes in your area. This is completely full of the tank. C. *The anode rod fitting may be checked. * To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton swab between jacket opening and fitting. Water from other appliances, water lines, or ...
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... or fixtures. Have plumber check and repair leaks. WATER HEATER SOUNDS Condensation dripping on . Refer to determine cause. Lack of heater tank. Contact Sears Service to CONDENSATION. Inspect other appliances or water lines. Refer to determine cause. Gas control knob not positioned correctly. Turn on igniter wire or shorting Contact Sears Service to DRAINING instructions in bottom...
... or fixtures. Have plumber check and repair leaks. WATER HEATER SOUNDS Condensation dripping on . Refer to determine cause. Lack of heater tank. Contact Sears Service to CONDENSATION. Inspect other appliances or water lines. Refer to determine cause. Gas control knob not positioned correctly. Turn on igniter wire or shorting Contact Sears Service to DRAINING instructions in bottom...
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...and aggravation. YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY For the first year from the date of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other rights which vary from time to poor or incomplete installation. This warranty applies only while this water heater is found on the ... Adjusting thermostat c. Lighting pilot d. Your new Kenmore® product is in the U.S.A., call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1-800-469-4663). Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 The price of your water heater does not include a free checkup service call ...
...and aggravation. YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY For the first year from the date of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other rights which vary from time to poor or incomplete installation. This warranty applies only while this water heater is found on the ... Adjusting thermostat c. Lighting pilot d. Your new Kenmore® product is in the U.S.A., call 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1-800-469-4663). Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 The price of your water heater does not include a free checkup service call ...