Owners Manual FOR POTABLEWATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLEFOR SPACEHEATING NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES Model No. 153.332318 30 Gal.High Altitude 153.33236230 Gal. 153.33241840 Gal. HighAltitude 153.33246240 Gal. 153.332562SOGal.
Safety Precautions I A, WARNING _,WARNING Improper instailatio_lteratlon, service or maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assistance or consult your local Sears Service Center for further information.
Safety Precautions _,WARNING _,WARNING A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the correct amount of air for combustion. Do not install in a confined area such a closet, unless you provide air as shown in the "Facts to Consider About the Location" section. Never obstruct the How of ventilation air. If you have any doubts or questions at all, call your gas company.
Safety Precautions a, WARNING The water heater with draft hood installed must be properly vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors. Never operate the water heater unless it is vented to the I I outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks of_ I improper operation, explosion or asphyxiation. I &WARNING Minimum dearences between the water heater and combustible or non-combustible construction are I" at the sides and rear, 4" at the front, and 6" from the vent pipe.
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Customer Thank Responsibilities You for purchasing a Sears water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free service. If you should decide that you want the new water heater professionally installed by Sears call the local Sears Service Center or any Sears store. They will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized contractors. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual A.G.A. A.N.S.I.
Materials Materials and Basic Tools Needed Needed To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these materials, depending on your type of installation.
Installation Removing Instructions the Old Water Heater Turn "OFF" the gas supply to the water heater. I Disconnect the vent pipe from the draft hood where they connect to the water heater. In most installations the vent pipe can be lifted off after any screw or other attached devices are removed, Dispose of the draft hood, The new water heater has the draft hood which must be used for proper operation.
Installation Instructions Facts to Consider Location About the You should carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater, because the placement is a very important consideration for the safety of the occupants in the building and for the most economical use of the appliance. This water heater is not for use in mobile homes or outdoor installation. Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water heater in a new location, the following critical points must be observed.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces Unconfined Space is a space whose volume is not less than 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour of the aggregate input rating of all appliances installed in that space, Rooms communicating directly with the space in which the appliances are installed, through openings not furnished with doors, are considered a part of the unconfined space In unconfined spaces in buildings, infiltration may be adeq
Installation Water Instructions (cont'd) Piping Look at the top cover of the water heater. The cold water inlet is markedcold. Put two or three turns of teflon tape around the threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling and around both ends of the ¾" threaded nipple. Using flexible connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the coldwater inlet of the water heater. AWARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heatersare intendedto produce hot water.
Installation Instructions Temperature.Pressure (cont'd) Relief Valve • , WARNING &WARNING At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided i with a combinationtemperature-pressuresrelief valvecertlf_ed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspectionof production of listedequipment or materials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas ShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems, and the latest edition of ANSI Z21.22 and the code require.
Installation Filling the Water Instructions Heater _, CAUTION For proper venting in certain installations, a larger diameter vent pipe may be necessary. Due to great variances in installations, unforeseeableby the manufacturer of the water heater, you must consult your gas company to aid you in determining the proper venting for your water heater from the vent tables in the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1, alsoreferred to as NFPA 54.
Installation Venting Instructions (cont'd) (cont'd) Gas Piping All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the structure (dwelling). Installonly the draft hood provided with the new water heater and no other draft hood. Vent pipes must be secured at each joint with sheet metal screws. AWARNING Make sure the gas supplied is the same type listed on the model rating plate. The inlet gas pressure must not exceed J 14 inches water column Vzpound per square inch (3.5kPa).
Installation Instructions (cont'd) GAS PIPING WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR AWARNING • The applianceand its individualshutoff valve must be discon. nected from the gassupplypiping systemduring any pressure testing of the gas system at test pressuresin excess of '/2 poundper squareinch(3.5kPa).
Installation Instructions Installation Checklist BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT: • (cont'd) Check the gas lines for leaks. a. Use a soapy water solution. DO NOT test for gas leaks usinga match or open flame. b. Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes, joints and fittings. c. Check, for bubbling soap. This means you have a leak. Turn OFF gas andmake the necessary repairs. d. Recheck for leaks. e. Rinse offsoapy solution and wipe dry.
Operating Instructions Lighting AWARNING BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER HEATERS]: Propane(L.R) gasis heavierthan air. Shouldthere be a leak in the system, the gas will settle near the ground. Basements, crawl spaces,skirted areas under mobile homes (evenwhen ventilated),closetsand areas below groundlevelwill serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas.
Operating Instructions Lighting label on the water FOR YOUR SAFETY heater (cont'd) as it appears READ above the thermostat BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. A. Thisappliancehasa pilotwhichmust be lightedby hand.Whenlightingthepilot,followtheseinstructions exactly. B, BEFORE LIGHTINGsmellallaroundtheappliance area for gas.
Operating Temperature Instructions (cont'd) Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tem{_oerature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or wer at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (_--'_) to decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise (_"_) to increase the temperature.
Service and Adjustment Tank (Sediment) Cleaning Burner Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amounts of noise, and if left in the tank will cause premature rank failure. In some water areas, you may not be able to drain all sediment deposits by simply draining the tank. In these cases Mag-Erad (part no. 23600) can be used to help remove the sediment deposits. This may be ordered from the ,Sears Service Center. For ordering, refer to the Parts Order List section.
Service and Adjustment Drain Valve Washer Replacement Draining The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures. Also periodic draining and cleaning of sediment from the tank may be necessary. • • • • • • NOTE: For replacement, use atT,, x "/_" x %" thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering replacement washers, refer to the "Parts Order List" section. Turn the the gas cold control knob to valve the "OFF" position.
Troubleshooting Start Guide Up Conditions CONDENSATION THERMAL EXPANSION Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, a certain amount of condensation will form while the burner is on. A water heater may appear to be leakingwhen in fact the water is condensation. This usually happens when: • When a new water heater is filled with cold water for the first time. • When gas burns and water vapor isproduced in water heaters, particularly high efficiency models where flue temperatures are lower.
Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd) Operational HOT COLD WATER HEATER • COLD WATER INLET FI'I-rlNG SMELLY (3) PRESSURE REDUCING VALVE WITH I EX T_NNEKON _ PRESSURE GAUGE INLET COf.D WATER SHUTOFF a. a concentration of sulfate in the supply water. b. little or no dissolved oxygen in the water• c. a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater. (This harmless bacteria is non-toxic to humans.) d.
Troubleshooting Operational (cont'd) HIGH Guide Conditions TEMPERATURE SHUT OFF SYSTEM WATER This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shut offsystern. The high temperature shut offis built into the gas control valve. This system shuts off the gas supply to the water heater burners when high water temperatures are present. It is nonresettable, tf the high temperature shut off activates, the gas control valve must be replaced.
Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd) Leakage Checkpoints Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many suspected "Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water can be found and corrected. A CAUTION ] Read this manual E_ checking the water| heater make sure the gas supply has been turnedJ "OFF", and never turn the gas "ON" before the tank isJ completely full of water.
Parts Order THE ECONOMIZER MODEL NUMBERS: 153.332318 153.332362 153.332418 153.332462 153.332562 30 30 40 40 50 TM List 6 GAS WATER HEATERS Gal. High Altitude Gal. Gal. High Altitude Gal. Gal.
Parts Order THE ECONOMIZER MODEL NUMBERS: TM List (cont'd) 6 GAS WATER HEATERS 153.332318 153.332362 30Gal. 30G_. High Alfitude 153.332418 153.332462 153.332562 40G_.HighAlfitude 40GM. 50GM. Model Numbers KEY NO. 1 2 3 4 153.332318 PART DESCRIPTION Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Primary Anode Rod Model Ratin[_Plate t Drain Valve 5 6 Drain Valve Washer ('V3/' x _Y.
Warranty a. Adjusting thermostat h. Lightingpilot c. Leaks in pipes or fittings d. Improper venting e. Condensation About Your Warranty THE PRICE OF YOUR WATER HEATER DOES NOT INCLUDE A FREE CHECKUP SERVICE CALL. On Water Heater Installations Arranged By Sears,Sears warrants the installation. ON INSTALLATIONS NOT MADE BY SEARS AUTHORIZED CONTRACTORS: 1. YourSearswarranty appl!esto the product onl)_ 2. Searsdoes not warrant the installation. 3.