Owners Manual FOR POTABLEWATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLEFOR SPACEHEATING. FOR USE ONLY IN MOBILE HOMES Hodel No. MODEL NUMBERS: 153.333832 30 Gal. 153.333932 40 Gal. THE ECONOMIZER 6 TM MOBILE HOME GAS WATER HEATER • Care and Maintenance • Troubleshooting • Parts List • Safety Instructions • Installation • Operation For Your Safety AN ODORANT IS ADDED WATER HEATER TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not followed exactly, a .
Safety Precautions AWARNING AWARNING ] Improper installatio_lteration, service or [ maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILYI INJUR_,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assistanceor consult your local Sears Service Center forl further information.
Safety Precautions AWARNING A, WARNING A gaswater heater cannotoperateproperlywithout the correct amountof air for combustion.Do not installin a confined areasucha closet,unlessyouprovideair asshownin the "Facts to ConsiderAbout the Location"section.Never obstructthe flowof ventilationair, If youhaveanydoubtsor questionsat all, callyour gascompany,Failureto providethe properamountof combustionair can resultin a fire or explosionand cancause DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUR%,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.
Safety Precautions a'WARNING I The water h.ea.._rwith draft hood installed must be properlyI vented to a chimneywhich.tern_ieates outdoors,Never operate the water heater unlessit isventedto the outdoorsandhas] adequateair supplyto avoidrisksof improperoperation,explosionor asphyxation. _,WARNING I Minimum clearances between the water heater and corn- I bustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear, 4" at the I front, and 6" from the ventpipe.Clearancefrom the top oftbe I drafthood is 12".
Table of Contents Safety Precautions ....................................................................................................... 2-4 Table of Contents ........................................................................................................ 5 Customer Responsibilities ......................................................................................... 6 Product Specifications ...............................................................................................
Customer Responsibilities Thank You for • This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of the gas-fired water heater. It also contains warnings through out the manual that you must read and be aware of. All warnings and all instructions are essential to the proper operation of the water heater and your safety. Since we cannot put everything on the first few pages, READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ATTEMIrITNG TO INSTALL OR OPERATE THE WATER HEATER.
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 Instructions Removing the Old Water Turn "OFF" Heater the gas supply to the water heater. AWARNING 1 If the main gas line--all gas appliances is[ used,also shut "OFF" the gas at each appliance. Leave all [ gas appliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installa-[ tion iscomplete. ] 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.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Facts to Consider About the Location Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water heater in a new location, the following critical points must be observed. This mobile home gas-fired water heater is for use in a mobile home. 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.
Installation Instructions Facts to Consider Location (cont'd) About the _,WARNING (cont'd) AWARNING I Toxicchemicalssuchas usedfor treatment of boilersor non- I potablewater heatingappliances shallneverhe introducedinto Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater and combustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear, 4" at the front, and 6"from the vent pipe.Clearancefrom the top of the jacketis 12"on mostmodels.Note that a lesserdimensionmay be allowedon some models.
Installation Securing Water Floor and Wall The water heater of the enclosure packaged in the brackets stamped to the floor and secure the top of Instructions (cont'd) Water Heater to Piping A, WARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to must be secured to the floor and to the wall with the three mounting brackets and screws carton with the water heater. The two small #0110064 are used to attach the water heater the one large #0110063 bracket is used to the water heater to the wall.
Installation Water • Instructions Piping (cont'd) WATER Look at the top cover of the water heater. The water outlet is marked hot. Put two or three turns of teflon tape around the PRESSURE TEST Wh,,en testing the water ways, H.U.D. Standards state: Water distribution system. All water piping in the water distribution system shall be subjected to a pressure test. The test shall be made by subjecting the system to air or water at 100 psi for 15 minutes without loss of pressure.
Installation Instructions Temperature-Pressure (cont'd) Relief Valve AWARNING AWARNING At the time of manufacturethis water heater was provided with a combinationtemperature-pressures reliefvalvecertified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains _riodic inspectionof productionof listedequipmentor materials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic GasShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems, and the latest edition of ANSI Z21.
Installation Instructions Filling the Water (cont'd) Heater AWARNING A CAUTION Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled with [ water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be filled [ with wate_ Water must flow from the hot water faucet I before turning "ON" gas to the water heater. !To insure proper venting of this gas-fired water heater, the correct vent pipe diameter must be utilized.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) Venting (cont'd) AWARNING AWARNING I The appliance and its gas connection must be leak tested beforeplacng the app ance n operaton. Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors.
Installation Instructions "Fuel" Conversion Instructions From Natural Gas To Propane (L.P.) Gas (cont'd) Step 9. Set the thermostat to lowest setting by turning the water temperature dial clockwise, (_"_) to its lowest /_======_ temperature setting (with arrow on _ I1_ _ dial) as shown. DO NOT FORCE. _,WARNING This water heater has been factory equipped to operate with the type gasindicated in the "EQUIPPED FOR" area of the model rating plate located near the gas control valve.
Installation Step 20. Instructions (cont'd) "A" GAS CONTROl KNOB At arm's length away, set the thermostat to desired setting. The mark (V) HOT indicative of approx. 120°F is preferred starting point. If hotter water is desired see the _Temperature Regulation" section in this manual. _WARNING Hotter water increases the risk of scald injury. Before changing temperature setting see the "Temperature Regulation" section in this manual. Step 21. GAS LINE Replace the outer door if not replaced in step 17.
Installation Instructions Installation Checklist BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT: • • • 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. Chec'_ for bubbling soap. This means you have a leak. Turn "OFF" gas andmake the necessary repairs. d. Recheck for leaks. e. Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.
Operating Instructions Lighting A WARNING BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.R) GAS WATER HEATERS]:Propane(I-R) gasis heavierthan air. Shouldthere be a leak in the system,the gaswill settle near the ground. Basements,crawl spaces,skirted areasunder mobile homes (evenwhenventilated),closetsandareasbelow groundlevelwill serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas.
Operating Instructions Lighting label on the water FOR YOUR (cont'd) heater as it appears above the thermostat SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion WARNING I may resu t caus ng property damage, persona njury or oss of fe. A. This appliancehas a pilot which must be lighted by hand.Whenlightingthe pilot,followtheseinstructions exactly. B, BEFORELIGHTINGsmellall aroundthe applianceares for gas.
Operating Temperature Instructions (cont'd) Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temerature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or _o_werat the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. Turn the water temperature dial dockwise_f_-"_) the temperature, or counterclockwise (_"-_'_) temperature.
Service and Adjustment Tank (Sediment) Cleaning Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amounts of noise, and if left in the tank will cause premature tank 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 Temperature-Pressure Valve Operation The temperature-pressure at least once a year. Drain Valve Washer Replacement Relief relief valve must be manually NOTE: For replacement, use a '_" x '_/_" x ¼" thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering replacement washers, refer to the "Parts Order List" section. operated TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE DISCHARGE (cont'd) • PIPE Turn "OFF" gas supply to water heater. Follow _Draining" instructions.
Troubleshooting Guide Start Up Conditions THERMAL EXPANSION HOT COLD Water supply systems may, because of such events as high line pressure, frequent cut-offs, the effects of water hammer among others, have installed devices such as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back flowpreventers, etc_.to control these types of problems. When these devices are not equipped with an internal by-pass, and no other measures are taken, the devices cause the water system to be closed.
Troubleshooting Start Up Conditions Guide (cont'd) (cont'd) CONDENSATION SMOKE/ODOR 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.
Troubleshooting HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT Guide (cont'd) OFF SYSTEM WATER This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shut off system. The high temperature shut off is 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. If the high temperature shut off activates, the gas control valve must be replaced. If this were to occur, turn "OFF" the entire gas supply to the water heater.
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. • _, CAUTION . [ Read this manual first.
Parts Order List THE ECONOMIZERm6MOBILEHOMEGASWATERHEATERS MODEL 153.333832 153.333932 NUMBERS: 30Gal. 40Gal.
Parts Order List (cont'd) THE ECONOMIZERm6MOBILEHOMEGASWATERHEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.333832 153.333932 30Gal. 40G_, Model Numbers KEY NO. 153.333832 PART DESCRIPTION 153.333932 PART NUMBERS 1 2 3 4 Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve* Primary Anode Rod Model Rating Platey Drain Valve 9000071 9000071 9000279 9000279 0270118 0270118 9OOO254 9000254 5 6 6 7 8 9 9 10 11 12 13 14 Drain Valve Washer ('_2" x 'Vd' x 7." thick)** Pilot (Natural) Pilot [Propane (L,P..
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Warranty a. Adjusting thermostat. b. Lighting pilot. c. Leaksin 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. Your Sears warranty applies to the product only. 2. Sears does not warrant the installation. 3.
