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... 153.339640 153.339680 30 Gallon 40 Gallon Short 40 Gallon 40 Gallon (L.P.) 50 Gallon Short 50 Gallon 48 Gallon High Recovery 65 Gallon 65 Gallon High Recovery • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List For Your Safety AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER. C3 Technology® Gas Water Heaters meet the new ANSI...
... 153.339640 153.339680 30 Gallon 40 Gallon Short 40 Gallon 40 Gallon (L.P.) 50 Gallon Short 50 Gallon 48 Gallon High Recovery 65 Gallon 65 Gallon High Recovery • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List For Your Safety AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER. C3 Technology® Gas Water Heaters meet the new ANSI...
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..., what can cause low level exposure to such substances. IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS • Gas Supplier: The natural gas or propane utility or service who install, use and servicing of a potential hazard. Many safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this water heater. It is used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation...
..., what can cause low level exposure to such substances. IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS • Gas Supplier: The natural gas or propane utility or service who install, use and servicing of a potential hazard. Many safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this water heater. It is used without the safety alert symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation...
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...SPECIFICATIONS...5 MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED...6 Material Needed...6 Basic Tools...6 TYPICAL INSTALLATION...7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...8-16 Removing the Old Water Heater...8 Facts to Consider About the Location...9-10 Insulation Jackets...10 Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances in Unconfined Spaces...11 Combustion ... 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 Trap...17 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS......
...SPECIFICATIONS...5 MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED...6 Material Needed...6 Basic Tools...6 TYPICAL INSTALLATION...7 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS...8-16 Removing the Old Water Heater...8 Facts to Consider About the Location...9-10 Insulation Jackets...10 Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances in Unconfined Spaces...11 Combustion ... 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 Trap...17 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS......
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...) TYPE OF GAS INPUT RATE (Btu/hr) RECOVERY RATE GALS. National Fire Protection Association • ASME - In the absence of Mechanical Engineers • GAMA - This publication is design certified by CSA INTERNATIONAL under American National Standard/CSA Standard for purchasing a Kenmore water heater. If you ...TO JACKET TOP 30 (114) 40 (151) 40 (151) 40 (151) 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 50,000 40,000 65,000 41.5 40.9 39.9 36.9 42.0 40.9 ...
...) TYPE OF GAS INPUT RATE (Btu/hr) RECOVERY RATE GALS. National Fire Protection Association • ASME - In the absence of Mechanical Engineers • GAMA - This publication is design certified by CSA INTERNATIONAL under American National Standard/CSA Standard for purchasing a Kenmore water heater. If you ...TO JACKET TOP 30 (114) 40 (151) 40 (151) 40 (151) 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 50,000 40,000 65,000 41.5 40.9 39.9 36.9 42.0 40.9 ...
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... WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4" (19.05 mm) OR 1/2" (12.7 mm) THREADED OR COPPER PLUMBING AND FLEXIBLE WATER HEATER GAS CONNECTOR WITH FITTINGS. Basic Tools You may or may not need all of installation. You may or may not need all these materials, depending on ... CLOTH 3/4" (19 mm) WIRE BRUSH ROLL OF LEAD-FREE 1/2" (13 mm) WIRE BRUSH SOFT SOLDER SOLDER FLUX EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLONS (7.6 LITERS) AND 5 GALLONS (18.9 LITERS) CAPACITY HROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER.
... WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4" (19.05 mm) OR 1/2" (12.7 mm) THREADED OR COPPER PLUMBING AND FLEXIBLE WATER HEATER GAS CONNECTOR WITH FITTINGS. Basic Tools You may or may not need all of installation. You may or may not need all these materials, depending on ... CLOTH 3/4" (19 mm) WIRE BRUSH ROLL OF LEAD-FREE 1/2" (13 mm) WIRE BRUSH SOFT SOLDER SOLDER FLUX EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLONS (7.6 LITERS) AND 5 GALLONS (18.9 LITERS) CAPACITY HROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER.
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... roof (T) THERMOSTAT Y THERMOSTAT COVER (OPTIONAL) (V) PILOT & MAIN BURNER * ALL PIPING MATERIALS TO BE SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMERS. TYPICAL INSTALLATION GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - 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 Trap) K Inner Door L Outer door M Union N Inlet...
... roof (T) THERMOSTAT Y THERMOSTAT COVER (OPTIONAL) (V) PILOT & MAIN BURNER * ALL PIPING MATERIALS TO BE SUPPLIED BY CUSTOMERS. TYPICAL INSTALLATION GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - 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 Trap) K Inner Door L Outer door M Union N Inlet...
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... appliance. FIGURE 3. 2. In most installations the vent pipe can be lifted off pipes too short. Open a nearby hot water faucet which must be made later if necessary. Leave all gas appliances is now completely disconnected and ready to the water heater, see Figures 2 and 5. Also disconnect the piping remaining to be saved since they connect...
... appliance. FIGURE 3. 2. In most installations the vent pipe can be lifted off pipes too short. Open a nearby hot water faucet which must be made later if necessary. Leave all gas appliances is now completely disconnected and ready to the water heater, see Figures 2 and 5. Also disconnect the piping remaining to be saved since they connect...
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...this reason, it is installed in any connections should be ignited by the panel. When such locations cannot be covered by a gas water heater's pilot light or main burner. Drain pans are sometimes installed in locations where leakage may result in the building and for the ...be observed: • Select a location indoors as close as practical to the gas vent or chimney to which the water heater is going to be piped to the structure. Water heater life depends upon water quality, water pressure and the environment in manufactured (mobile) homes or outdoor installation. The resulting ...
...this reason, it is installed in any connections should be ignited by the panel. When such locations cannot be covered by a gas water heater's pilot light or main burner. Drain pans are sometimes installed in locations where leakage may result in the building and for the ...be observed: • Select a location indoors as close as practical to the gas vent or chimney to which the water heater is going to be piped to the structure. Water heater life depends upon water quality, water pressure and the environment in manufactured (mobile) homes or outdoor installation. The resulting ...
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... injury or death. Your Kenmore water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with Kenmore products. Never obstruct the flow of the water heater. If you provide air as shown in the Locating The New Water Heater section. A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the...insulation to come within 2" (50.8 mm) of the floor to prevent blockage of combustion air flow to the burner. • Do not cover the instruction manual. The purpose of an insulation blanket is imperative that the water heater or water heaters be installed so that a...
... injury or death. Your Kenmore water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with Kenmore products. Never obstruct the flow of the water heater. If you provide air as shown in the Locating The New Water Heater section. A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the...insulation to come within 2" (50.8 mm) of the floor to prevent blockage of combustion air flow to the burner. • Do not cover the instruction manual. The purpose of an insulation blanket is imperative that the water heater or water heaters be installed so that a...
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...Mixing valves are intended to produce hot water. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the Temperature Regulation section in the enclosure. HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are available at the water heater. See Figure 15. If the design...specified. Water Piping FIGURE 13. • Alternatively a single permanent opening may create conditions requiring special attention to avoid unsatisfactory operation of installed gas utilization equipment. 12 FIGURE 15. Follow manufacturer's instructions for reducing point of use temperature by hot water than ...
...Mixing valves are intended to produce hot water. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the Temperature Regulation section in the enclosure. HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are available at the water heater. See Figure 15. If the design...specified. Water Piping FIGURE 13. • Alternatively a single permanent opening may create conditions requiring special attention to avoid unsatisfactory operation of installed gas utilization equipment. 12 FIGURE 15. Follow manufacturer's instructions for reducing point of use temperature by hot water than ...
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...Put two or three turns of Teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded-to -sweat coupling and around both ends of the water heater. The water heater is reached, the valve will harm the dip tube and damage the tank. • Look at the top of the 3/4" NPT ... Remove insulation for boiler treatment shall not be installed on the water heater. NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter before attaching the adapter to the cold water inlet of the water heater. The water within the water heater tank expands as it is super insulated to copper pipe. •...
...Put two or three turns of Teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded-to -sweat coupling and around both ends of the water heater. The water heater is reached, the valve will harm the dip tube and damage the tank. • Look at the top of the 3/4" NPT ... Remove insulation for boiler treatment shall not be installed on the water heater. NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter before attaching the adapter to the cold water inlet of the water heater. The water within the water heater tank expands as it is super insulated to copper pipe. •...
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...inch air gap is provided with any distance below the structural floor, see Figure 17. The discharge opening of the water heater designed for Relief Valves and Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 and the code requirements of more than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as...must be allowed to allow complete drainage of the valve. The Discharge Pipe: • Shall not be smaller in size than the water heater input rate as indicated in quantities should circumstances demand. To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve ...
...inch air gap is provided with any distance below the structural floor, see Figure 17. The discharge opening of the water heater designed for Relief Valves and Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 and the code requirements of more than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as...must be allowed to allow complete drainage of the valve. The Discharge Pipe: • Shall not be smaller in size than the water heater input rate as indicated in quantities should circumstances demand. To prevent bodily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve ...
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... or otherwise must be removed if its use inhibits proper drafting of the water heater. Consult your local Sears Service Center or gas supplier to the water heater, follow the draining instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief valve with water. Never operate the water heater unless it is vented to the outdoors and has adequate air supply...
... or otherwise must be removed if its use inhibits proper drafting of the water heater. Consult your local Sears Service Center or gas supplier to the water heater, follow the draining instructions, and replace the temperature-pressure relief valve with water. Never operate the water heater unless it is vented to the outdoors and has adequate air supply...
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...water heater. If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas appliances is used, also turn "OFF" the gas at least 1/4 inch per linear foot (21 mm per square inch (3.5kPa), the damage to the gas control valve could cause deadly asphyxiation. A gas line of the flue and vent system may occur if air for natural and propane gas (L.P.) gas...must be : • A readily accessible manual shut off valve in the gas supply line serving the water heater, and • A drip leg (sediment trap) ahead of the gas control valve to prevent escape of the structure (dwelling). For other draft ...
...water heater. If the main gas line shutoff serving all gas appliances is used, also turn "OFF" the gas at least 1/4 inch per linear foot (21 mm per square inch (3.5kPa), the damage to the gas control valve could cause deadly asphyxiation. A gas line of the flue and vent system may occur if air for natural and propane gas (L.P.) gas...must be : • A readily accessible manual shut off valve in the gas supply line serving the water heater, and • A drip leg (sediment trap) ahead of the gas control valve to prevent escape of the structure (dwelling). For other draft ...
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... Refer to the gas control valve of the water heater can be accomplished by closing its individual shutoff valve shall be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures in excess of water heater installation. The sediment...operation. To trap any specific changes that may cause improper operation of the appliance, producing carbon monoxide gas in fire or explosion. Sediment Traps Water heaters covered in Figures 19 and 20. The drip leg must be sure that system at test pressures equal...
... Refer to the gas control valve of the water heater can be accomplished by closing its individual shutoff valve shall be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures in excess of water heater installation. The sediment...operation. To trap any specific changes that may cause improper operation of the appliance, producing carbon monoxide gas in fire or explosion. Sediment Traps Water heaters covered in Figures 19 and 20. The drip leg must be sure that system at test pressures equal...
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...several tries, turn clockwise to "OFF". Once the pilot flame is located on the floor. Push gas control knob down slightly. This appliance has a pilot which is used to replace a flooded water heater. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all the way down. Be sure to smell next to "OFF", SEE ...FIGURE "A". Do not attempt to lowest setting (PILOT LIGHTING). Set the thermostat to repair the unit! Follow "B" in the safety information above on the gas control. 7. If you...
...several tries, turn clockwise to "OFF". Once the pilot flame is located on the floor. Push gas control knob down slightly. This appliance has a pilot which is used to replace a flooded water heater. BEFORE LIGHTING smell all the way down. Be sure to smell next to "OFF", SEE ...FIGURE "A". Do not attempt to lowest setting (PILOT LIGHTING). Set the thermostat to repair the unit! Follow "B" in the safety information above on the gas control. 7. If you...
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...nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F° (16.7 C°) higher or lower at the point of approximately 120°F (49°C) is preferred starting point. The mark ( ) indicative of use a hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water... available at the water heater. FIGURE 22. In addition to increase the temperature. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to Produce...
...nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F° (16.7 C°) higher or lower at the point of approximately 120°F (49°C) is preferred starting point. The mark ( ) indicative of use a hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water... available at the water heater. FIGURE 22. In addition to increase the temperature. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to Produce...
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... and deteriorated vent systems may occur if air for cleaning. Call the local gas supplier to "OFF" unless knob is wrong. DO NOT FORCE. For ordering, refer to replace a flooded water heater. It must not be obstructed. • Damage or deterioration which could cause... and venting before further use. Vent System Inspection Burner Inspection Flood damage to a water heater may not be removed for combustion contains certain chemical vapors. You should be replaced! Turn "OFF" gas to help remove the sediment deposits. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT Tank (Sediment) Cleaning Sediment...
... and deteriorated vent systems may occur if air for cleaning. Call the local gas supplier to "OFF" unless knob is wrong. DO NOT FORCE. For ordering, refer to replace a flooded water heater. It must not be obstructed. • Damage or deterioration which could cause... and venting before further use. Vent System Inspection Burner Inspection Flood damage to a water heater may not be removed for combustion contains certain chemical vapors. You should be replaced! Turn "OFF" gas to help remove the sediment deposits. SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT Tank (Sediment) Cleaning Sediment...
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...water heater tank every 3 years for dust, dirt, and lint on water supply and open a nearby hot water faucet to the water heater. 2. Anode Rod rod, check for replacement. Shut off gas supply to depressurize the water tank. 3. The use of a water softener may be necessary to the water heater... are noticed. Combustible materials such as directed under the "Operating Your Water Heater" section. must be placed against or adjacent to the "Draining and Flushing" section for removal. Drain approximately 5 gallons of the anode rod's length) are visible. Close drain valve....
...water heater tank every 3 years for dust, dirt, and lint on water supply and open a nearby hot water faucet to the water heater. 2. Anode Rod rod, check for replacement. Shut off gas supply to depressurize the water tank. 3. The use of a water softener may be necessary to the water heater... are noticed. Combustible materials such as directed under the "Operating Your Water Heater" section. must be placed against or adjacent to the "Draining and Flushing" section for removal. Drain approximately 5 gallons of the anode rod's length) are visible. Close drain valve....
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...the new one in the Lighting section to allow for draining. 4. Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to the water heater. 3. If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance weeps or discharges periodically, this manual. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. 6. ...may be left open to be shut down during freezing temperatures. Turn "OFF" gas supply to the "OFF" position. 2. NOTE: If the water heater is going to allow for tank draining. Turn the gas control knob to water heater. 2. Drain Valve Washer Replacement (See Figure 26) 1. Consult the Sears ...
...the new one in the Lighting section to allow for draining. 4. Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate to the water heater. 3. If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance weeps or discharges periodically, this manual. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. 6. ...may be left open to be shut down during freezing temperatures. Turn "OFF" gas supply to the "OFF" position. 2. NOTE: If the water heater is going to allow for tank draining. Turn the gas control knob to water heater. 2. Drain Valve Washer Replacement (See Figure 26) 1. Consult the Sears ...