Owners Manual FOP, POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACEHEATING. FOR USE ONLY IN MOBILE HOMES Model No. MODEL NUMBERS: 153.333831 30 Gal. 153.333931 40 Gal.
Safety Precautions _WARNING I Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or I _maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY I INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manualfor assistanceor consult your local Sears Service Center for/ further information. AWARNING WATER HEATERSEQUIPPED FOR ONE TYPE GAS ONLY: Thiswater heater is equippedfor one type gasonly.Checkthe modelrating platenearthe gascontrolvalvefor the corr_ gas.
Safety Precautions AWARNING _,WARNING A gaswater heater cannotoperate properlywithout the correct amount of air for combustion.Do not installin a confined areasucha closet,unlessyou provideair as shownin the "Facts to ConsiderAbout the Location"section.Never obstructthe flowof ventilationair. If youhaveanydoubtsor questionsat all, callyourgascompany.Failureto providethe properamountof combustionair can result in a fire or explosionand cancause DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUR_,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.
Safety Precautions AWARNING i The water heater with draft hood installedmust be properly vented to a chimneywhichterminatesoutdonrL Never oporate the water heater unlessit isventedto the outdoorsand has adequateair supplyto avoidrisks of improperoperation,explo-i I slonor asphyxiation. I _WARNING ] Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater and com-| bustibleconstructionare I'_ at the sidesand mar, 4 _t the| front, and 6"from tbe vent p_pe.Clearancefrom the top ofthe| drafthoodis 12".
Table of Contents Safety Precautions ..................................................................................................... 2-4 Table of Contents ...................................................................................................... 5 Customer Responsibilities ................................................................................................... 6 Product Specifications .............................................................................................
Customer Thank Responsibilities You 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 ATTEMPTING 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 Removing Q Instructions the Old 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 lifted off after any screw or other attached devices are removed. Dispose of the draft hood. The new water beater has the draft hood which must be used for proper operation. Turn "OFF" tee gas supply to the water heater. .
Installation Instructions Facts to Consider Location About the 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 (cont'd) Facts to Consider About the Location (cont'd) A WARNING AWARNING Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustibleconstructionare I" at the sides and rear, 4" at the front, and6" from the ventpipe. Clearancefrom the top of the jacketis 12"on mostmedel_ Note that a lesserdimensionmay be allowedon some model_ Refer to the labelon the water heater adjacentto the gascontrolvalvefor all clearances.
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 Heater to (cont'd) Water Piping _t,WARNING 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 (cont'd) 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 threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat coupling and around both ends of the 3/, threaded nipple. Using flexible connectors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet of the water heater.
Installation Instructions Temperature-Pressure (cont'd) Relief Valve AWARNING AWARNING At the time of manufacturethis water heater was provided with a combinationtemperature-pressures relief valvecertified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains _eriodicinspectionof productionof listedequipmentor materials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and AutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems, and the latest edition of ANSI Z21.
Installation Instructions Filling the Water Heater AWAIRNING _ CAUTION To insure proper venting of this gas-firedwater beater, the correctvent pipe diameter mustbe utilized.Any additionsor deletionsof other gasapplianceson a common ventwith this water heater may adverselyaffectthe operation ofthe water heater.Consultthe localSearsServiceCenter or gasutilityif anysuchchangesare planned. Never usethis water heater unlessit is completelyfilledwith water.
Installation Venting Instructions (cont'd) (cont'd) AWARNING Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors. Spray can propellants, cleaningsolvents,refrigerator and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach and processchemicals are typical compounds which ar_ potentially corrosive.
Installation Instructions (cont'd) "Fuel" Conversion Instructions From Natural Gas To Propane (L.P.) Gas Step 9. Set the thermostat to lowest setting by turning the water temperature dial clockwise, _'-'_) to its lowest temperature setting (with arrow on _ |_, _ [[ dial) as shown• DO NOT FORCE. AWARNING 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 Instructions A GAS O TROL Step 20. At arm's length away,set the thermostat to desired setting. The mark (V) HOT indicative of approx. 120°F is [referred starting point. If hotter water is desired see the Temperature Regulation" section in this manual. Hotter Before AWARNING water inc_k changing temperature "Temperature (cont'd) . ] of scald mjury.I setting see thel Regu at on' section in th s manua. I Step 21. Replace the outer door if not replaced in step 17. TEMPERATURE __ ADJ.
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. Check for bubbling soap. This means you have a leak. Turn "OFF" gas and make the necessary repairs. d. Recheck for leaks. e. Rinse offsoapy solution and wipe dry.
Operating Instructions Lighting AWARNING BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (LP.) GAS WATER HEATERS]:Propane(LE) gasis heavierthan air.Should them be a leak in the system,the gaswill settle near the ground. Basements,crawl spaces,skirted areasunder mobile homes (evonwhonventilated),dusetsandareasbelowgrouod lere_will 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 WARNING If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion I may resu t causing 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 aroundtheappliancearea for gas.
Operating Temperature Instructions (cont'd) Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water ternerasure in certain situations may var_" up to 30°F higher or _o_werat the point of use such as, bathtut_s, showers, sink, etc. Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (f'-_) to decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise (_"_) to increase the 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 (cont'd) Drain Valve Washer Replacement Relief The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year. NOTE_ For replacement_ use a _" • "/_" x _" thick washer available at your nearest hardware store. For ordering replacement washer-., refer to the "Parts Order List" section. • TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE RELIEF VALVE • • • DISCHARGE • • PIPE Turn "OFF" gas supply to water heater. Follow "Draining" instructions.
Troubleshooting Start Guide Up Conditions THERMAL EXPANSION HOT COLD Water sup,ply systems may, because of such events as high line pressure, rrequent 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 _roblems. When these devices are not equipped with an internal oy-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. It is not uncommon to experience a small amount of smoke and odor during the initial statr-up.
Troubleshooting HIGH TEMPERATURE SHUT Guide (cont'd) OFF SYSTEM WATER This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shut offsystern. 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 th 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 I Read this manual first.
Parts Order List THE ECONOMIZERm6MOBILEHOMEGASWATERHEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.333831 153.333931 30Gal.
Parts Order List (cont'd) THE ECONOMIZERZL6MOBILEHOMEGASWATERHEATERS MODEL NUMBERS: 153.333831 153.333931 30Gal. 40G_. Model KEY NO. Numbers 153.333831 PART DESCRIPTION • p 153.333931 PART NUMBERS 9000071 9000071 9000279 9000279 0270118 0270118 9000058 9000058 1 2 3 4 Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve* Primary Anode Rod Model Rating Platet Drain Valve 5 6 7 7 8 Drain Valve Washer (_TAz" x W." x X" thick)** Thermocouple Clip Pilot (Natural) Pilot [Propane (L.P.
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Warranty About Your Warranty THE PRICE OF YOUR WATER HEATER DOES NOT INCLUDE A FREECHECKUP SERVICE CALL. On Water Heater Installations Arranged By Sears,Searswarrants the installation. ON INSTALLATIONS NOT MADE BY SEARS AUTHORIZED CONTRACTORS: 1. YourSearswarranty appliesto the product only. 2. Searsdoes not warrant the installation. 3. A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete installation.These indude: a. Adjustingthermostat. b. Lightingpilot. c. Leaksin pipes or fittings. d.
