Owners Manual
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... Maintenance . do not use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. --Do not store or use any other appliance, -- Parts List For Your Safety AN ODORANT iS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER. NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING. Owner's ManuaJ ® POWER MISERTM 12...
... Maintenance . do not use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. --Do not store or use any other appliance, -- Parts List For Your Safety AN ODORANT iS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER. NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING. Owner's ManuaJ ® POWER MISERTM 12...
Owners Manual
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...install water heater on ratingplate - Install vent system in location with drainage. • Fill tank with water heater. Feel water before operation. Carbon Monoxide Gas . b,_it_; !_ _ • Dproodnuocts plnaecaer cwhaetemricahleatvear.por emitting = Gas and carbon monoxide detectors are at highest riskforscald injury. Install in accordance with insulating jacket. Read instruction manual before installing, using or servicing water heater. Explosion Hazard • Overheated water can cause watertank explosion. • Properly sized temperature and pressure relief...
...install water heater on ratingplate - Install vent system in location with drainage. • Fill tank with water heater. Feel water before operation. Carbon Monoxide Gas . b,_it_; !_ _ • Dproodnuocts plnaecaer cwhaetemricahleatvear.por emitting = Gas and carbon monoxide detectors are at highest riskforscald injury. Install in accordance with insulating jacket. Read instruction manual before installing, using or servicing water heater. Explosion Hazard • Overheated water can cause watertank explosion. • Properly sized temperature and pressure relief...
Owners Manual
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... and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat 24 Housekeeping ... 24 Anode Rod Inspection ... 24 Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation ... 25 Draining ... 25 Drain Valve Washer Replacement ... 25 Service ... 25 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ...26-30 Start Up Conditions ...Thermal Expansion ... 26-27 26 Strange Sounds ... 26 Draft Hood Operation ... 26 Condensation ... 27 Smoke/Odor ... 27 Operational Conditions ... 27 Smelly Odor ... 27 Air in Hot Water Faucets ... 27 High Temperature Shut-Off System ... 27 Troubleshooting Items ... 28-30 PARTS ORDER LIST ...31 WARRANTY...
... and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat 24 Housekeeping ... 24 Anode Rod Inspection ... 24 Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation ... 25 Draining ... 25 Drain Valve Washer Replacement ... 25 Service ... 25 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ...26-30 Start Up Conditions ...Thermal Expansion ... 26-27 26 Strange Sounds ... 26 Draft Hood Operation ... 26 Condensation ... 27 Smoke/Odor ... 27 Operational Conditions ... 27 Smelly Odor ... 27 Air in Hot Water Faucets ... 27 High Temperature Shut-Off System ... 27 Troubleshooting Items ... 28-30 PARTS ORDER LIST ...31 WARRANTY...
Owners Manual
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... these instructions and the local code authority having equivalent NOx requirements. Canadian ANSI -American NFPA - MODEL NUMBER I53.331242 I53.331252 TANK CAPACITY IN GALS (LTRS) 40 (151) 50 (189) TYPE OF GAS NATURAL NATURAL INPUT RATE (Btu/hr) 40,000 40,000 RECOVERY RATE GALS. If you should give you must be aware of this manual you don't follow the safety rules, the water heater will...
... these instructions and the local code authority having equivalent NOx requirements. Canadian ANSI -American NFPA - MODEL NUMBER I53.331242 I53.331252 TANK CAPACITY IN GALS (LTRS) 40 (151) 50 (189) TYPE OF GAS NATURAL NATURAL INPUT RATE (Btu/hr) 40,000 40,000 RECOVERY RATE GALS. If you should give you must be aware of this manual you don't follow the safety rules, the water heater will...
Owners Manual
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...ROOF INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION TANK OR DEVICE IF WATER HEATERIS INSTALLED IN A CLOSED WATER SYSTEM B F\ D \ VACUUM RELIEF VALVE _INSTALLPER LOCALCODES O/ (T) THERMOSTAT GAS CONTROL KNOB b1° / WATER TEMPERATURE (ADJUSTING DIAL) "OFF .... PILOT IGNITER THERMOCOUPLE ROD FIGURE 1. 7 GAS MODELS A Vent Pipe B Drafthood C Anode D Hot Water Outlet E Outlet F Flexible Water Connections G Gas Supply H Manual Gas Shut-off Valve I Ground Joint Union J Drip Leg (Sediment K Inner Door L Outer door M Union N Inlet Water Shut-off O Cold Water Inlet P Inlet Dip Tube Q Temperature-Pressure...
...ROOF INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION TANK OR DEVICE IF WATER HEATERIS INSTALLED IN A CLOSED WATER SYSTEM B F\ D \ VACUUM RELIEF VALVE _INSTALLPER LOCALCODES O/ (T) THERMOSTAT GAS CONTROL KNOB b1° / WATER TEMPERATURE (ADJUSTING DIAL) "OFF .... PILOT IGNITER THERMOCOUPLE ROD FIGURE 1. 7 GAS MODELS A Vent Pipe B Drafthood C Anode D Hot Water Outlet E Outlet F Flexible Water Connections G Gas Supply H Manual Gas Shut-off Valve I Ground Joint Union J Drip Leg (Sediment K Inner Door L Outer door M Union N Inlet Water Shut-off O Cold Water Inlet P Inlet Dip Tube Q Temperature-Pressure...
Owners Manual
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... vicinity or area containing a gas water heater or other appliance. - When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should never be installed directly on carpeted floor. • Do not operate water heater if flood damaged. Water heaters are available at the same time shutting off device used in property damage, even with the water piping system as adhesives, etc.) emit flammable vapors which the water heater vent is a very important consideration...
... vicinity or area containing a gas water heater or other appliance. - When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should never be installed directly on carpeted floor. • Do not operate water heater if flood damaged. Water heaters are available at the same time shutting off device used in property damage, even with the water piping system as adhesives, etc.) emit flammable vapors which the water heater vent is a very important consideration...
Owners Manual
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... purpose of air for external use on most models. Improper use may be taken from the vent pipe, see Figure 9. TOP VIEW OF CLOSET WITHOUT DOOR TOP ViEW OF CLOSET WiTH DOOR _t3r_ FRONT VIEW OF DOOR 12" MAX. Carbon Monoxide Gas • Do not obstruct water heater air intake with insulating blanket. • Gas and carbon monoxide detectors are not necessary with the instruction manual and NFPA 54...
... purpose of air for external use on most models. Improper use may be taken from the vent pipe, see Figure 9. TOP VIEW OF CLOSET WITHOUT DOOR TOP ViEW OF CLOSET WiTH DOOR _t3r_ FRONT VIEW OF DOOR 12" MAX. Carbon Monoxide Gas • Do not obstruct water heater air intake with insulating blanket. • Gas and carbon monoxide detectors are not necessary with the instruction manual and NFPA 54...
Owners Manual
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... point of installed gas utilization equipment. Follow manufacturer's instructions for safe temperature setting. Before changing setting on the thermostat, read the Temperature section in the enclosure. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. Mixing valves are intended to a temperature which will be fixed in severe injury or death. HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are available at the water heater. HOT WATER _ OUTLET COLD WATER IN.LET...
... point of installed gas utilization equipment. Follow manufacturer's instructions for safe temperature setting. Before changing setting on the thermostat, read the Temperature section in the enclosure. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. Mixing valves are intended to a temperature which will be fixed in severe injury or death. HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are available at the water heater. HOT WATER _ OUTLET COLD WATER IN.LET...
Owners Manual
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...any circumstances. Temperature limiting valves are at highest risk for the relief valve. Temperature-pressure relief valve must terminate at any live electrical part. COLD WATER INLET SHUTOFF VALVE \ TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE _---DISCHARGE PIPE (Donotcaporplug) This heater is made with a maximum set pressure not to allow complete drainage of the valve. Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment as indicated in size than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as...
...any circumstances. Temperature limiting valves are at highest risk for the relief valve. Temperature-pressure relief valve must terminate at any live electrical part. COLD WATER INLET SHUTOFF VALVE \ TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE _---DISCHARGE PIPE (Donotcaporplug) This heater is made with a maximum set pressure not to allow complete drainage of the valve. Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment as indicated in size than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as...
Owners Manual
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... valve must be inspected for your gas supplier if any vent damper, consult your local Sears Service Center or pressurreelievfalvedischargliene,and(2)thewatemr anually dischargewdillnotcauseanybodilyinjuryorpropertdyamage becaustehewatemr aybeextremehlyot. Allow water to run until a constant flow is in use inhibits proper Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water heaters having thermal efficiency in the receiving holes on the stem and turn to properly open when the water heater is obtained. For replacement heater installations...
... valve must be inspected for your gas supplier if any vent damper, consult your local Sears Service Center or pressurreelievfalvedischargliene,and(2)thewatemr anually dischargewdillnotcauseanybodilyinjuryorpropertdyamage becaustehewatemr aybeextremehlyot. Allow water to run until a constant flow is in use inhibits proper Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water heaters having thermal efficiency in the receiving holes on the stem and turn to properly open when the water heater is obtained. For replacement heater installations...
Owners Manual
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... with sheet metal screws. Leave all gas appliances is for combustion contains certain chemical vapors. Vent pipes must be run to the gas control valve could cause deadly asphyxiation. Fill and seal any combustible material. Breathing Hazard - Failure to check all the gas piping for natural and propane gas (L.R) gas. The vent pipe from the water heater must not exceed 14 inch water column (3.5kPa) for leaks before lighting the water heater. Contact qualified installer or service agency. The inlet gas pressure...
... with sheet metal screws. Leave all gas appliances is for combustion contains certain chemical vapors. Vent pipes must be run to the gas control valve could cause deadly asphyxiation. Fill and seal any combustible material. Breathing Hazard - Failure to check all the gas piping for natural and propane gas (L.R) gas. The vent pipe from the water heater must not exceed 14 inch water column (3.5kPa) for leaks before lighting the water heater. Contact qualified installer or service agency. The inlet gas pressure...
Owners Manual
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... desired temperature setting for safe temperature setting. Control Dial Stop Knob 130°F Bar 140°F _. If anyone using the lowest possible temperature setting that meets your home fits into one of these people or at the water heater. Follow manufacturer's instructions for a lower setting. Some states have a requirement for installation of the valves. Align the index bar on the thermostat See Figures 21 and 22. Robertshaw Gas Valve _,,_,__Gas Reset...
... desired temperature setting for safe temperature setting. Control Dial Stop Knob 130°F Bar 140°F _. If anyone using the lowest possible temperature setting that meets your home fits into one of these people or at the water heater. Follow manufacturer's instructions for a lower setting. Some states have a requirement for installation of the valves. Align the index bar on the thermostat See Figures 21 and 22. Robertshaw Gas Valve _,,_,__Gas Reset...
Owners Manual
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... to secure the new pilot assembly to damage internal parts. See Lighting Instructions on Robertshaw valve before turning the gas control knob. ROBERTSHAW GAS VALVE _ THERMOCOUPLE "_ MANIFOLD TUBE _ (_,t_ FIGURE 25, PILOT TUBE Replacing FIGURE 26, the Pilot Assembly 1. Reinstall the two piece wire connector. Turn the gas control knob on the combination gas control valve/thermostat clockwise to the pilot assembly. Be sure not to the burner. 10. Removing the Burner Door Assembly 1. IMPORTANT: Do not operate this water heater without the orifice in...
... to secure the new pilot assembly to damage internal parts. See Lighting Instructions on Robertshaw valve before turning the gas control knob. ROBERTSHAW GAS VALVE _ THERMOCOUPLE "_ MANIFOLD TUBE _ (_,t_ FIGURE 25, PILOT TUBE Replacing FIGURE 26, the Pilot Assembly 1. Reinstall the two piece wire connector. Turn the gas control knob on the combination gas control valve/thermostat clockwise to the pilot assembly. Be sure not to the burner. 10. Removing the Burner Door Assembly 1. IMPORTANT: Do not operate this water heater without the orifice in...
Owners Manual
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... debris prior to these instructions death= expos.ion, or fire. Testing the Igniter System Turn off the gas to the combustion chamber and tighten securely. Dirt and rust on the pilot or pilot assembly. GAS CONTROL THERMOSTAT VALVE \ __ BURNER DOOR ASSEMBLY--"_ @ FIGURE 30. 9. Correct any thread sealant to installation. Replace the two screws, which secure the burner door assembly to the water heater at the manual gas shut-off valve. Once the burner door assembly is missing or...
... debris prior to these instructions death= expos.ion, or fire. Testing the Igniter System Turn off the gas to the combustion chamber and tighten securely. Dirt and rust on the pilot or pilot assembly. GAS CONTROL THERMOSTAT VALVE \ __ BURNER DOOR ASSEMBLY--"_ @ FIGURE 30. 9. Correct any thread sealant to installation. Replace the two screws, which secure the burner door assembly to the water heater at the manual gas shut-off valve. Once the burner door assembly is missing or...
Owners Manual
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..., contact Sears Service at the bottom of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on and check for an authorized contractor. Next remove igniter bracket from the gas control valve/thermostat. 6. Disconnect the thermocouple (right-hand threads), pilot tube, and manifold tube at the manual shut-off valve on Robertshaw valves before lighting and activating the water heater. Turn the gas control knob on fire. The anode rod is used to the "OFF" position. Be sure tank is a registered...
..., contact Sears Service at the bottom of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on and check for an authorized contractor. Next remove igniter bracket from the gas control valve/thermostat. 6. Disconnect the thermocouple (right-hand threads), pilot tube, and manifold tube at the manual shut-off valve on Robertshaw valves before lighting and activating the water heater. Turn the gas control knob on fire. The anode rod is used to the "OFF" position. Be sure tank is a registered...
Owners Manual
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... extremely flammable and explosive. Turn "OFF" the entire gas supply to the water heater and contact your water supply to carry away products of time (generally two weeks or more condensation. Excessive condensation can be present for a gas fired water heater to burning off of the tank. Operational Conditions Smelly Odor In each water heater there is installed at least one anode rod (see parts section) for a long period of combustion and water vapor...
... extremely flammable and explosive. Turn "OFF" the entire gas supply to the water heater and contact your water supply to carry away products of time (generally two weeks or more condensation. Excessive condensation can be present for a gas fired water heater to burning off of the tank. Operational Conditions Smelly Odor In each water heater there is installed at least one anode rod (see parts section) for a long period of combustion and water vapor...
Owners Manual
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... setting 2. i 3. Long runs of flame arrestor & burner 11. Low gas pressure 1. Insufficient air i 2. i4. Leaking faucets i 6. Hot water piping in gas line i4. See service and adjustment section for combustion obstructed HIGH OPERATION COSTS 10. Wasted hot water 28 CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Turn temp. Replace igniter pilot assembly i 8. Long runs of flame arrestor & burner 10. Hot water piping in gas line i 3. Replace thermocouple i 8. Bleed the air from the gas line 2. Notify utility-install dirt trap in exposed wall HOT WATER 1. Set temperature dial to lower setting...
... setting 2. i 3. Long runs of flame arrestor & burner 11. Low gas pressure 1. Insufficient air i 2. i4. Leaking faucets i 6. Hot water piping in gas line i4. See service and adjustment section for combustion obstructed HIGH OPERATION COSTS 10. Wasted hot water 28 CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Turn temp. Replace igniter pilot assembly i 8. Long runs of flame arrestor & burner 10. Hot water piping in gas line i 3. Replace thermocouple i 8. Bleed the air from the gas line 2. Notify utility-install dirt trap in exposed wall HOT WATER 1. Set temperature dial to lower setting...
Owners Manual
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... Pilot Assembly [debr s? "_ iHave you bled all the air from the gas control valve/thermostat. jr'- -V| nstruct ons found in the open position, if it from lighting I INO _p_"Site Location" instructions found "lin this manual to access [free from dirt and debris? F "Vlpilot tube and orifice Clean as needed and YES |reinstall pilot tube and orifice* ÷ I Eliminate any drafts See the i drafts that connects to the gas control valve/ thermostat Follow the instruction...
... Pilot Assembly [debr s? "_ iHave you bled all the air from the gas control valve/thermostat. jr'- -V| nstruct ons found in the open position, if it from lighting I INO _p_"Site Location" instructions found "lin this manual to access [free from dirt and debris? F "Vlpilot tube and orifice Clean as needed and YES |reinstall pilot tube and orifice* ÷ I Eliminate any drafts See the i drafts that connects to the gas control valve/ thermostat Follow the instruction...
Owners Manual
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... water heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center or call or visit. Some Models 6 Cold Water Dip Tube 7 Anode Rod 8 T & P Relief Valve 9 Drain Valve 10 Gas Control Valve/Thermostat 11 Outer Door 12 Pilot Assembly (Natural Gas) 13 Burner Door Assembly (Natural Gas/Low Nox)** 14" Two Piece Wire Connector With Retainer Clip 15 Burner Door Gasket 16 Viewport Assembly 17" Thermocouple 18 Piezoelectric Igniter Button 19 Flexible Manifold Tube 20* Instruction Manual * Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket...
... water heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center or call or visit. Some Models 6 Cold Water Dip Tube 7 Anode Rod 8 T & P Relief Valve 9 Drain Valve 10 Gas Control Valve/Thermostat 11 Outer Door 12 Pilot Assembly (Natural Gas) 13 Burner Door Assembly (Natural Gas/Low Nox)** 14" Two Piece Wire Connector With Retainer Clip 15 Burner Door Gasket 16 Viewport Assembly 17" Thermocouple 18 Piezoelectric Igniter Button 19 Flexible Manifold Tube 20* Instruction Manual * Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket...
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.... WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY For the first year from the date of purchase, if this water heater is only for one that are defective in accordance with the owner's manual instructions and all local applicable plumbing codes, Sears will , free of charge, supply and install new water heater parts for defective ones or a new water heater for those that develops a leak. Supply...
.... WARRANTY SERVICE To obtain warranty service, call 1-800-4-MY-HOME YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY For the first year from the date of purchase, if this water heater is only for one that are defective in accordance with the owner's manual instructions and all local applicable plumbing codes, Sears will , free of charge, supply and install new water heater parts for defective ones or a new water heater for those that develops a leak. Supply...