Owners Manual FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACEHEATING NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES Model No. 153.337114 153.337163 153,337214 153.3379.63 153.337363 153.337414 153.337463 153.337514 153.337563 153.337614 153.337663 153.337763 153.337863 153.337962 50 Gal. Short High Altitude S0 Gal. Short 40 Gal. Short High Altitude 40 GaL Short POWER MISERTM9 GAS WATER HEATER 30 Gal, • Safety Instructions 40 Gal. High Altitude 40 Gal.
Safety Precautions I _WARNING A WARNING . At the time of manufacture this water heater was previd-/ ed with a combination temperature-pressures relief valve certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, and the latest edition of ANSI Z21.22 and the code requirements of ASME.
Safety Precautions _WARNING _,WARNING This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be covered b the panel. Failure to heed this warning may result in fire hazard.
Safety Precautions A'WARNING A, CAUTION 1 The water heater with draft hood installed must be preperly vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors.
Table of Contents Safety Precautions .................................................................................................. 2-4 Table of Contents ................................................................................................... 5 Customer Re.s_onsibilities .......................................................................................... 6 Product Specincations ................................................................................................
Customer Thank Responsibilities You forporchasing a Searswater heater. 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.
Materials and Basic Tools Needed Materials 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. Disconnect the vent pipe from the draft hood where they connect to the water heater. In most installations the vent pipe can be lifred 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 About Location You should carefully water heater, because eration for the safety the most economical not for use in mobile (cont'd) the • The location selection must provide adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation of the waterheater. choose an indoor location for the new the placement is a very important considof the occupants in the building and for use of the appliance. This water heater is homes or outdoor installation.
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.
Installation Water Instructions (cont'd) Piping AWARNING Look at the top cover of the water heater. The cold water inlet is marked cold. Put two or three turns of" teflon tape around the threaded end of _e 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. HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD:.Water heatersare intendedto producehot water.Water heatedto a temperature .
Installation Instructions Temperature-Pressure (cont'd) Relief Valve a, WARNING AWARNING The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manuall: operated at least once a year Caution shouldbe taken tt ! ensurethat (I) no one is in front of or aroundthe outlet o the temperature-pressurerelief vaJvedischargeline, and (2) the water manually dischargedwill not cause any bodily injury or property damage because the water may be extremely hot.
Installation Filling the Water Instructions (cont'd) Heater ACAUT,ON I For proper venting in certain installations, a larger diameter vent pipe may be necessary. Due to great variances in installations, unforeseeable by 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, also referred to as NFPA 54.
Installation Instructions Venting (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 draf_ 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 pressuremust not exceed 10.5in.water column(2.6kPa) for natural gasor 13 in.water column (3.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) GAS PIPING WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR A WARNING • The applianceand its individualshutoffvalvemustbe disconnectedfrom the gassupplypipingsystemduringanypressure testing of the gassystem at test pressuresin excessof poundper squareinch(3.SkPa). • The appliancemustbe isolatedfrom the gassupplypipingsystem by dosingits individualmanualshutoffvalveduringany pressuretestingof the gassupplypipingsystemat test pressuresequalor lessthan '/; poundper square inch(3.5k1_).
Installation Instructions (cont'd) 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. 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 _WARNING BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P,) GAS WATER HEATERS]:Propane(L.P.)gasis heavierthan air. Shouldthere be a leak in the system,the gaswill settle near the ground. Basements,crawl spaces,skirted areasunder mobile homes (evenwhenventilated),closetsandareasbelowgroundlevelwill serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas.
Operating Instructions Lighting label on the water FOR YOUR SAFETY (cont'd) heater as it appears above the thermostat READ 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. This appliance has s 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 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 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 Repa'r Parts section.
Service and Adjustment L.R Gas Control Valve & Burner Assembly Replacement Information (cont'd) Temperature-Pressure Valve Operation The temperature-pressure at least once a year. Relief relief valve must be manually operated _,WARNING PROPANE (LR) GAS CONTROL VALVE AND BURNER ASSEMBLYREPLACEMENT INFORMATION. TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE / For Propane(LR) Gas ModelsOnly:.
Service and Adjustment Drain Valve Washer Replacement NOTE: For replacement, use a a_. • u/.,, x _," thick washe_r available at your nearest hardware store..For ordering replacement washers, refer to the "Parts Order List" section. : • : • • • Turn _OFF" gas supply to water heater. Follow Draining" instructions. Turning counter clockwise, remove the hex cap below the screw handle. Remove the washer and put the new one in place.
Troubleshooting Start Guide 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 _mong others, have installed devices such as pressure reducing valves, check valves, back flow preventers, 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 AWARNING Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may be hotter than the thermostat setting. Short, frequent draws of hot water - especiallywith ve.ry cold incoming water - can shock the thermostat into bnef operation resulting in hotter and hotter layers of water closerto the top of the tank.
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. Then before checking the water I heater make sure the gas supply has been turned "OFF", and never turn the gas "ON" before the tank is comp etely full of water.
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Parts Order List POWER MISER TM 9 GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.337114 153.337163 153.337214 153.337263 153.337363 153.337414 50 Gal. 50 Gal. 40 Gal. 40 Gal. 3O Gal. 40 Gal.
Parts Order List (cont'd) POWER MISER TM 9 GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.337114 153.337163 153.337214 153.337263 153.337363 153.337414 50 50 40 40 30 40 Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Gal. Short High Altitude Short Short High Altitude Short High Altitude Model Numbers KEY NO. 153.337114 153.337163 PART DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 Temperature-Pressure Retief Valve Primary Anode Rod Model Rating Plate t Drain Valve 5 Drain Valve Washer ('7u" x W." x %" thick)** 153.337214 153.337263 153.337363 153.
Parts Order List (cont'd) POWER MISER TM 9 GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.337463 40 Gal. 153.337514 50 Gal. High Altitude 153.337563 50 Gal. 153.337614 65 Gal.
Parts Order List (cont'd) POWER MISER TM 9 GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.337463 40 Gal. 153.337514 50 Gal. High Altitude 153.337563 50 Gal. 153.337614 65 Gal. High Altitude Model 153.337463 KEY NO. PART DESCRIPTION 1 Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve 2 3 4 5 Primary Anode Rod Model Ratin_ Plate t Drain Valve Drain Valve Washer ('_" • _/.
Parts Order List (cont'd) POWER MISER TM 9 GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.337663 65 Gal. 153.337763 50 Gal. High Recovery 153.337863 65 Gal. High Recovery 153.337962 40 Gal. (LP.
Parts Order List (cont'd) POWER MISER TM 9 GAS WATER HEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.337663 153.337763 153.337863 153.337962 65 50 65 40 Gal. Gal. High Recovery Gal. High Recovery Gal. (L.R) Model Numbers KEY NO. PART DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 4 Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Primary Anode Rod Model Rating Plate t Drain Valve 5 Drain Valve Washer ('%_"• 'Y.
Warranty About YourWarranty THE PRICE OF YOUR WATER HEATER DOES NOT INCLUDE A FREE CHECKUP SERVICE CALL. On Water Heater Installations Arranged By Sears, Seats 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. A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete insrallarion, These indude: a. Adjusting thermostat. b. Lighting pilot. c. Leaksin pipes or fittings.