Page 2 - Flammable Vapors; FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD; Can result in serious injury or death; Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions.; WARNING; This product is certi; IMPORTANT DEFINITIONS; Quali; A quali; SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE
2 Flammable Vapors FLAMMABLES FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Can result in serious injury or death Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Storage of or use of gasoline or other flammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity of this ...
Page 3 - Fire or Explosion Hazard; Fire or Explosion Harzard
3 Fire or Explosion Hazard Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors andliquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Avoid all ignition sources if you smell Natural or LP gas.Do not expose water heater control to excessive gaspressure. Use only gas shown on rating plate unles...
Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS
4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE ................................................................................................. 2SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ........................................................................................................................... 2-3...
Page 6 - PRODUCT WARRANTY; - YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATER; - YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY; WARRANTY SERVICE; SEARS BRANDS MANAGEMENT CORPORATION, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
6 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.A charge will be made on service calls due to poor or incomplete installation. These include: a. Adjusting thermostat b. Condensation c. Le...
Page 7 - CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES; Thank You; fl; READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL; Installation Instructions; Excessive Weight Hazard
7 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Thank You for purchasing a Kenmore 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 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® . They will arrange for p...
Page 8 - PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
8 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER TANK CAPACITY IN GALS (LTRS) TYPE OF GAS INPUT RATE (Btu/hr) RECOVERY RATE GALS. PER HOUR @ 90°F RISE MINIMUM VENT PIPE DIA. INCHES (mm) DIAMETER INCHES (mm) DIMENSIONS INCHES (mm) HEIGHT TO JACKET TOP 153.336930 30 (113) Natural 35,500 36.34 3 (76) OR 4 (102) 1...
Page 9 - need all of these materials,; BASIC TOOLS
9 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. W A T E R H E A T E R I N S T A L L A T I O N K I T W I T H F L E X I B L ...
Page 10 - A Vent; GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS; R Flue Baffle; TYPICAL INSTALLATION
10 N A B D F G H I W V U T R J K Q M L E P Y (U) MANIFOLD/BURNER ASSEMBLY DISCHARGE PIPE (DO NOT CAP OR PLUG.) (S) GAS CONTROL VALVE/ THERMOSTAT DRAIN LINE MUST PASS THROUGH THE STRUCTURAL FLOOR AND DISCHARGE EXTERNAL TO THE BUILDING TO VENT TERMINATION (ROOF JACK) (Z) ROOF JACK** VAC Igniter Gas Co...
Page 11 - Water Heater Location
11 This gas water heater was manufactured to voluntary safety standards to reduce the likelihood of a flammable vapor ignition incident. The new technology used in meeting these standards makes this product more sensitive to installation errors. Please review the following checklist and make any req...
Page 13 - Location Requirements; Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard; Doing so can result in carbon monoxide poisoning and death.; Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable; • Improper use may result in fire or explosion.; Site Location
13 Location Requirements Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard WARNING Do not install this water heater in any occupied space of the manufactured (mobile) home. Doing so can result in carbon monoxide poisoning and death. The FVIR System is designed to reduce the risk of flammable vapor-related fires. The...
Page 14 - Securing Water Heater to Floor and Wall; Insulation Blankets; Do not
14 IMPORTANT: The water heater should be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections will not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or to lower floors of the structure. Due to the normal corrosive action of water, the tank will eventually leak after an extended pe...
Page 15 - Do; Clearances and Accessibility; NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open
15 • Do inspect the insulation blanket frequently to make certain it does not sag, thereby obstructing combustion air flow. Clearances and Accessibility NOTE: Minimum clearances from combustible surfaces are stated on the label adjacent to the gas control valve/thermostat of the water heater. The wa...
Page 16 - GAS CONVERSION; disconnection of gas piping and leak testing.; B. Convert the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat; C. Install the Conversion Manifold/Burner
16 GAS CONVERSION For your safety, the following procedures should be performed by a qualified technician as it involves disconnection of gas piping and leak testing. WARNING Do not connect a natural gas water heater to an L.P. gas supply. Do not connect an L.P. gas water heater to a natural gas sup...
Page 17 - • Do not connect an L.P. gas water heater to a; Gas Requirements; Gas Pressure; Explosion Hazard; detector approved by UL or CSA.; Gas Pressure Testing
17 Explosion Hazard • Use a new CSA approved gas supply line.• Install a shut-off valve.• Do not connect a natural gas water heater to an L.P. gas supply. • Do not connect an L.P. gas water heater to a natural gas supply. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or carb...
Page 18 - LP Gas Only
18 LP Gas Only Lique fi ed petroleum gas is over 50% heavier than air and in the occurrence of a leak in the system, the gas will settle at fl oor level. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under mobile homes (even when ventilated), closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for t...
Page 19 - Carbon Monoxide Warning; Vent Pipe System
19 Carbon Monoxide Warning The vent system must be installed according to all local and state codes or, in the absence of local and state codes, the “National Fuel Gas Code”, ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54)-current edition. Manufactured home manufacturers must comply with the “Manufactured Home Construction a...
Page 20 - Enclosure Installation; Do not obstruct the combustion and ventilation air openings.; Door Opening
20 Enclosure Installation Air for combustion and ventilation must not be supplied from the occupied spaces of the manufactured (mobile) home. IMPORTANT: The opening that provides outside air to your water heater must have a minimum free area of 20 square inches. Also, ensure that your installation c...
Page 22 - Water Piping Pressure Test; When air pressure is used,; Closed System/Thermal Expansion
22 Water Piping Pressure Test WARNING If the water piping system is to be air pressure tested, the water heater must be disconnected from the water piping system. Failure to disconnect the water heater during air pressure testing of the water piping system could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUR...
Page 24 - If the Status Light Does Not Blink:
24 Lighting Instructions Read and understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to light or re-light the pilot. Make sure the view port is not missing or damaged. (See Figure 29.) Make sure the tank is completely filled with water before lighting the pilot. Check the rating plate near the...
Page 25 - FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING; f you do not follow these instructions exactly, a; LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS; TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE; GAS CONTROL; MAIN BURNER; smell all around the appliance; not
25 FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING WARNING: FLAMMABLE I f you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL KNOB FIGURE 'A' "OFF" POSITION FIGURE 'B' "PILOT" POSITI...
Page 26 - Checking the Draft; Doing so can result in burns.; Burn Hazard; Burner Flames; is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
26 Checking the Draft Do not touch vent. Doing so can result in burns. WARNING Burn Hazard After successfully lighting the water heater, allow the unit to operate for 15 minutes and check the draft hood relief opening for proper draft (Figure 22). Make sure all other appliances in the area are opera...
Page 27 - Operating the Temperature Control System; Water Temperature Adjustment
27 IMPORTANT: Adjusting the thermostat past the 120°F mark on the temperature dial will increase the risk of scald injury. Hot water can produce first degree burns within: Water Temperature °F Time for 1st Degree Burn (Less Severe Burns) Time for Permanent Burns 2nd & 3rd Degree (Most Severe Bur...
Page 29 - Housekeeping; Fire and Explosion Hazard; Anode Rod Inspection; Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation; Burn hazard
29 Housekeeping Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a regular basis. Fire and Explosion Hazard Do not obstruct combustion air openings at the bottom of the water heater.Do not use or store flammablevapor products such as gasoline,solvents or adhesives in the same room or a...
Page 31 - Disconnect the white and red wires from the gas control; Replacing the Pilot/ Thermopile Assembly
31 MAINTENANCE OF YOUR WATER HEATER Replacement Parts IMPORTANT: The following maintenance procedures are for the FVIR System components and should be performed by a qualified technician.Replacement parts may be ordered from Sears Parts and Service Centers or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-46...
Page 33 - Replacing the Manifold/Burner Assembly
33 tube engages the slot of the bracket inside the combustion chamber (Figure 35). 4. Inspect the door gasket and make sure there is no fiberglass insulation between the gasket and the combustion chamber (Figure 34). 5. Tighten the two screws that secure the manifold/burner assembly to the combustio...
Page 34 - Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat:; FVIR System Operational Checklist; Testing the Igniter System; Removing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat:
34 6. To remove the gas control valve/thermostat, thread a 4” section of gas pipe into the inlet and use it to turn the gas control valve/thermostat (counterclockwise.) Do not use a pipe wrench or equivalent to grip body. Damage may result, causing leaks. Do not insert any sharp objects into the inl...
Page 35 - Thermal Expansion; • A new water heater is filled with cold water for the first
35 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Start Up Conditions Thermal Expansion As water is heated, it expands (thermal expansion). In a closed system, the volume of water will grow. As the volume of water grows, there will be a corresponding increase in water pressure due to thermal expansion. Thermal expansion can...
Page 36 - Smoke Odor; Operational Conditions; Smelly Odor; Safety Shut-off and Thermal Switch
36 Moisture from the products of combustion condense on the cooler tank surfaces and form drops of water which may fall onto the burner or other hot surfaces to produce a “sizzling” or “frying” noise. Excessive condensation can cause pilot outage due to water running down the flue tube onto the main...
Page 37 - Leakage Checkpoints
37 Read this manual first. Then, before checking the water heater, make sure the gas supply has been turned “OFF”, and never turn the gas “ON” before the tank is completely full of water. Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled with water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank m...
Page 38 - TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST; PROBLEM
38 TROUBLESHOOTING CHECKLIST PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTION BURNER WILL NOT IGNITE 1. Pilot not lit 2. Thermostat set too low 3. Main burner line clogged 4. Non-functioning thermostat 5. Base-Ring Filter blocked with lint/dust 6. Heater installed in a confined area 7. FVIR Flame Arresto...
Page 40 - PILOT LIGHT TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHART; Section C: Pilot light will not remain lit.; Section B: Pilot light repeatedly goes out.; If you are still experiencing dif
40 PILOT LIGHT TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHART Have you bled all the air from the pilot tube and gas supply line? NO While repeatedly depressing the igniter button, push in and hold the gas control/temperature knob until the pilot is lit and maintains a stable flame (status light will blink). It may take ...
Page 41 - No corrective action necessary.; STATUS LIGHT AND DIAGNOSTIC CODE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
41 LED STATUS PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION 0 FLASHES (LED NOT LIT) Pilot light is not lit or Thermopile has not yet reached normal operating temperature. Turn Gas Control Valve/Thermostat knob to OFF. Wait 10 minutes, then attempt to relight Pilot by following the lighting instructions on the water hea...
Page 42 - FLASHES
42 STATUS LIGHT AND DIAGNOSTIC CODE TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (Continued) LED STATUS PROBLEM CORRECTIVE ACTION 4 FLASHES The Gas Control Valve’s temperature sensor has detected that the water temperature was too high. Once this condition occurs, the Main Burner and the Pilot Light will be shut off. Sinc...
Page 43 - 0 Gallon Tall; MODEL NUMBERS; Key No. Part Description; NUMBER; THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST.
43 KENMORE MOBILE HOME GAS WATER HEATER PARTS ORDER LIST 13 1 8 16 7 6 14 2 5 VAC 153.336930 30 Gallon Tall 153.336940 40 Gallon Tall MODEL NUMBERS Key No. Part Description 153.336930 153.336940 1 Anode Rod 9003944 9003944 2 Base-Ring Filter 9006616 9006616 3 Burner Head - Natural Gas 9006136 900613...
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