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Use & Care Guide
Model
No.
153.332620
40 Gallon
Tall
153.332640
50 Gallon
Tall
LLC
I<enmore Elite
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L-oa of
For potable
water
heating
only.
Not suitable for space heating.
Not for use in mobile
homes.
INSTALLER: Affix these instructions to or near
the water heater.
OWNER:
Retain these instructions for future
reference.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: An odorant
is added
to
the gas used by this water
heater.
Si no puede leer o entender
el ingles y necesita
el manual de
instrucciones
en espaSol, puede solicitarlo
al 1-800-821-2017.
NO
TRATE DE INSTALAR U OPERAR ESTE CALENTADOR
DE AGUA
SI NO ENTIENDE
LAS INSTRUCCIONES.
No hacer caso de esta
advertencia podria originar lesiones graves o mortales.
P/N 317997-000
(0810)
Sears
Brands
Management
Corporation,
Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
U.S.A.
www.
kenmore.com
www.sears.com
WARNING:
If the
information
in these
instructions
is not followed
exactly, a fire
or explosion
may result causing
property
damage,
personal
injury or death.
m Do not store
or use gasoline
or other
flammable
vapors
and
liquids
in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance,
-- WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Do not try to light any appliance.
• Do not touch
any electrical
switch;
do
not use any phone in your building.
• Immediately
call
your
gas
supplier
from a neighbor's
phone.
Follow
the
gas supplier's
instructions.
• If you cannot
reach
your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
m lnstallation
and
service
must
be
performed
by
a
qualified
installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
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- Page 1 SI NO ENTIENDE LAS INSTRUCCIONES. advertencia podria originar lesiones graves o mortales. P/N 317997-000 (0810) Sears Brands Management Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 www. kenmore.com www.sears.com L-oa of only. WARNING: instructions or explosion damage, is added heater. m Do not store flammable...
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Page 2: Safe Installation, Use And Service
Your safety and the safety of others is extremely Many safety-related messages and instructions a potential injury hazard. Read and obey all safety messages of each safety message is understood by you and others who install, use or service this water heater. All safety messages will generally tell you about the type of hazard, what can happen if you do not follow the safety message and how to avoid the risk of injury. - Page 3 Read and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing, operating or servicing this water heater. Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result in death or serious injury. Instruction manual must remain with water heater. J7-'I [el=l=! Water temperature (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE Important Definitions ... SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Table of Contents ... PRODUCT WARRANTY CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS TYPICAL INSTALLATION Get to know your Water Heater ... IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT Installation Checklist ... INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Removing the Old Water Heater ... - Page 5 ELECTRICAL ... Electrical Connections ... SolarInstallation ..WiringDiagram ... OPERATING YOURWATERHEATER ... Lighting Instructions ... WaterHeater O peration ..Checking t he Draft ..Burner F lames ... Emergency ShutDown ... Water T emperature Regulation ... Powered Anode RodOperation ..SERVICE ANDADJUSTMENT ...
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Page 6: Product Warranty
Adjusting thermostat b. Condensation Master Protection Agreements Congratulations making smart Kenmore ® product is designed of dependable operation. But like all products, preventive maintenance repair from time to time. That's when having a Master... -
Page 7: Customer Responsibilities
Thank You forpurchasing aKenmore water heater. Properly andmaintained, itshould g ive youyears o ftrouble f ree service. If you should decide that y ou want the new water heater professionally installed bySears c all1-800-4-MY-HOME prompt, quality installation bySears authorized Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual: •... -
Page 8: Product Specifications
MODEL TANK CAPACITY TYPE NUMBER IN GALS (LTRS) 153.332620 40 (151) Natural 153.332640 50 (189) Natural INPUT RECOVERY MINIMUM RATE RATE GALS. VENT PIPE (Btu/hr) PER HOUR DIA. INCHES @ 90°F RISE (mm) 40,000 42.6 3 (76)or4(102) 40,000 42.6 3(76)or4(102) DIAMETER HEIGHT INCHES... -
Page 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. EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLONS (7.6 LITERS) AND 5 GALLONS (18.9 LITERS) -
Page 10: Typical Installation
GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER Vent Pipe Draft hood Anode (Not Shown) Hot Water Outlet Insulation Gas Supply Piping Manual Gas Shut-off Valve Ground Joint Union Drip Leg (Sediment Trap) Inner Door INSTALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL CODES. DRIP LEG AS REQUIRED BY LOCAL CODES. -
Page 11: Important Information About This Water Heater
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 required installation upgrades or changes. -
Page 12: Installation Instructions
Removing the Old Water Heater ® ® MANUALGAS JOINT UNION CHECK WITH LOCAL UTILITY FOR MINIMUM HEIGHT SUITABLE DRAIN FIGURE supply Turn "OFF" the the water heater. If the main gas line shutoff valve serving all gas appliances is used, also shut "OFF"... -
Page 13: Location Requirements
Location Requirements Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Do not install in a mobile home. Do ng so can resu t n carbon monox de po son ng and death. The FVIR System is designed to reduce the risk of flammable vapor-related fires. Flammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents, propane, etc,) emit flammable vapors which can be ignited by a gas water heater's hot surface igniter or main burner. -
Page 14: Clearances And Accessibility
Pmpe_y Damage Hazard • AJJ water heaters eventually Jeak • Do not install without adequate drainage, IMPORTANT: The water heater should be located in an area where leakage of the tank or connections wilt not result in damage to the area adjacent to the water heater or to lower floors of the structure. -
Page 15: Gas Supply
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. - Page 16 Gas Pipe Capacity Table 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.
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Page 17: Combustion Air Supply & Ventilation
Carbon Monoxide Water heater must be vented to outdoors. Vent must be installed by a qualified technician using the installation instructions. Examples of a qualified technican include: gas technicians, authorized gas company personel, and authorized service persons. Failure to so do can result in death or carbon monoxide poisoning. -
Page 18: All Air From Outdoors
Permanent openings the outside additional rooms within the building FIGURE 13. All Air from the Building When additional air is to be provided to the confined area from additional room(s) within the building, the total volume of the room(s) must be of sufficient size to properly provide the necessary amount of fresh air to the water heater and other gas utilization equipment in the area. -
Page 19: Vent Pipe System
Gable Vent ,/too t%a,, 'nsulation Conflne l Space \Outlet to the Attic 1 sq. in. per 4000 BTUH Inlet Air from the Alternative Crawl Space Air inlet 1 sq. in. per Open 4000 BTUH Foundation___ Vent All Air From Outdoors: Inlet Air From Ventilated Crawl Space/Outlet Air To Ventilated... -
Page 20: Vent Pipe Size
40 Gal. Water Heater: Align the reducer flue over top of baffle as shown in Figure 19 (NOTE: reducer flue must be installed on 40 gal. water heater above elevation 5,400 Ft. (1,646 m) from sea level). 40 & 50 Gal. Water Heaters: Align the legs of the draft hood with the slots provided. -
Page 21: Water System Piping
3 FT. Minimum Support Strap_ _ , _Type Maintain i1_---_'_ Clearance* Vent Connector Slope Up 1/4 Inch Per Foot Minimum Venting Gas Vent System With Type B Double Wall Vent Pipe, FIGURE 21. Maintain Manufacturer's Specified Minimum Clearance Support Strap\ Maintain Clearance* Venting... -
Page 22: Closed System/Thermal Expansion
In a closed system ,/thermal Cold Water inlet Valve Hot Water,.._ Outlet _Cold Water to Fixture Metal Drain-.., Pan 1-3/4" Depth Max. Typical water piping installation FIGURE 23. Mixed Water To Fixtures Unmixed Hot Water Outlet (Set To 120 o F) Mixing Valve Follow The Mixing Valve Manufacturer's... -
Page 23: T&P Relief Valve And Pipe Insulation
For protection against excessive pressures and temperatures, a temperature and pressure relief valve must be installed in the opening marked "T & P RELIEF VALVE" (see Figure 25). This valve must be design certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of the production of listed equipment or materials as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22. -
Page 24: Electrical
Electrical Connections Before plugging in the water heater, always make sure: • The Voltage and frequency correspond to that specified on the water heater. • The electrical outlet has the proper overload fuse or breaker protection. • Unit is to connect to a 120VAC electrical supply outlet (extension cord is not allowed). -
Page 25: Operating Yourwaterheater
Operating Instructions Read and understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to operate the water heater. Make sure the view port is not missing or damaged (See Figure 36). Make sure the tank is completely filled with water before operating the water heater. The gas control valve/thermostat has a "On/Off Switch"... -
Page 26: Waterheater O Peration
Water Heater Operation Figure 29 below shows the water heater's sequence of operation when a call for heat is initiated. The ignition control module wilt attempt to light the burner three times. If the ignition control does not detect ignition it wilt enter lockout mode, indicated by display flashing status code (see status code 3 page 38 and/or status code 8 page 39). -
Page 27: Burner Flames
Burner Flames Inspect the burner flames through the viewport and compare them to the drawings in Figure 31. A properly operating burner should produce a soft blue flame. Blue tips with yellow inner cones are satisfactory. The tips of the flame may have a slight yellow tint. -
Page 28: Powered Anode Rodoperation
may satisfy your normal hot water needs. If hot water use is expected to be more than normal, a higher thermostat setting may be required to meet the increased demand. When leaving your home for extended periods (vacations, etc.) Set the electronic control display temperature "COOLER"(_)button setting. -
Page 29: Service Andadjustment
Draining and Flushing V! I mT:W let =1 • Hotwater discharge • Keep clear of relief valve discharge unit. • Temperature available. • Read instruction temperature It is recommended that the tank be drained and flushed every 6 months to remove sediment which may build up during operation. The water heater should be drained if being shut down during freezing temperatures. -
Page 30: Maintenance Of Yourwaterheater
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 When ordering replacement parts, always have the following information ready: model, serial, and product number type of gas... -
Page 31: External Inspection & Cleaning Of Theair Intake Chamber Screen
Reposition the manifold component block in the mani-fold door opening and secure it with the retainer clip. See Replacing the Manifold/Burner External Inspection & Cleaning Air Intake Chamber Screen At least twice annually inspect the air intake chamber screen (Figure 38) for any dust or debris that may have accumulated on the louvers. -
Page 32: Removing A Ndreplacing T Hegascontrol V Alve/Thermostat
10. Replace the outer door (see item K page 10). Door Gasket Burner Viewport Manifold Tab FIGURE 40. Removing and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat IMPORTANT: Use only factory authorized replacement parts. Removing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat: Set the gas control valve/thermostat first depressing the COOLER _ and HOTTER(_ together and hold for 1 second. -
Page 33: Troubleshooting Guide
Start Up Conditions Thermal Expansion Property Damage Hazard • Avoid water heater damage. • Install thermal expansion tank or device if necessary. • Contact qualified installer or service agency. As water is heated, it expands (thermal expansion). closed system, the volume of water wilt grow. As the volume of water grows, there wilt be a corresponding pressure due to thermal expansion. -
Page 34: Operational Conditions
Condensation Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, some condensate will form while the burner is on. A water heater may appear to be leaking when in fact the water is condensation. This usually happens when: A new water heater is filled with cold water for the first time. •... -
Page 35: Leakage Checkpoints
Leakage Checkpoints 6" (152.4 mm) MAXIMUM AIR GAP FIGURE 42. Read and understand instruction manual and safety before installing, servicing this water heater. Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result in death or serious injury. Instruction with water heater. Read this manual first. -
Page 36: Pressurized C Ombustion Chamber System Operational Checklist
Pressurized Combustion Operational Checklist Manifold gasket properly sealed. Viewport not damaged or cracked. Combustion chamber free of debris and undamaged. Manifold component block properly installed. PROBLEM 1. Transformer No power at outlet. NO HOT WATER 3. Thermostat 4. Air Intake Chamber Fan defective. Pressure Switch defective. - Page 37 continued: PROBLEM Improperly sealed, hot or cold supply connections, thermostat threads. WATER LEAKS Leakage from other appliances or water lines. Condensation Excessive water pressure. Heater stacking. Closed water system. 1. Thermal expansion system. LEAKING T&P Improperly seated valve. 1. High sulfate or mineral content in water supply.
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Page 38: Electronic Controldisplay Troubleshooting
Please check guidelines below. Read the GENERAL CONTROL DISPLAY STATUS "POWER" Flashing "HEATING" and "SHORT" Flashing "HEATING" and "OPEN" Flashing "HEATING", "OPEN", and "SHORT" Flashing "ECO" and "OPEN" Flashing POWER HEATING VA¢ LOCK CHECK FV-SENSE E¢O LDO_W P-ANODE P-SW OPEN ELECTRONIC CONTROL DISPLAY... - Page 39 CONTROL DISPLAY STATUS "P-SW", "OPEN", and "CLEAN SCREEN" Flashing "P-SW" and "SHORT" Flashing "IGN" Flashing "FV-SENSE" Flashing PROBLEM Clean the screen on the combustion The air pressure switch contacts intake chamber. 10 to 20 seconds remain open longer than the error code. If the problem seconds after the combustion Ensure the pressure...
- Page 40 All Segments Flashing "P-ANODE" and "OPEN" Flashing "P-ANODE" Flashing PROBLEM System must be manually special FVS reset sequence Control Display the Kenmore Handbook. 1. Clean the screen on the combustion The air pressure switch contacts remain open longer than 5...
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Page 41: Troubleshooting Flowchart
NUMBER GAS VALVE OPENS TINO ... I... GAS VALVE CLOSES _YES NUMBER WsAIDv?FORPO_!!S)UR NO_O UAES/_OR H E_ SWITCH TO OPEN NUMBER DISPLAY ERROR ._YES I wAI_F;L_YTP_s°_ENUMBER Please Note: The control internal circuits Error codes self-diagnostic pages 38 through COMBUSTION OFF RAFTEDREPO_{T- AUTOMATIC RESET TIME... -
Page 42: Partsorderlist
KENMORE ® ELITE HIGH EFFICIENCY (Pressurized Combustion Chamber) NATURAL GAS WATER HEATERS 153.332620 40 Gallon Tall (Natural) 153.332640 50 Gallon Tall (Natural) Parts Description Draft Hood Flue Baffle Nipple (Hot) Nipple (Cold) Anode Rod Cold Water Inlet Tube Temperature and Pressure Valve... - Page 44 For troubleshooting, For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances, lawn and garden equipment, no matter who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional and items like garage door openers and water heaters.