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Gas Water Heater
OwnersManual
NOT FOR USE IN
MOBILE HOMES
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FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING
MODEl- NUMBERS"
153333000 30 Gal High Altitude
153,333030 30 Gal.
I $3,333031 30 GaL
153333100 40 Gal, High Altitude
153.333130 40 Gal
153333131 40 Gal.
153,333530 50 Gal
153.333531 50 Gal,
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Installation + Operation + Repair Parts
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WARNING WARNING WATER HEATERSEQUIPPED FOR ONE TYPE GAS ONLY: This Improper installation, adiustment0alteration, service or mainte- nance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR water heater is equipped for one type gas only. Check lee model PROPERTY DAMAGE_ Refer to this manual for assistance or rating plate near the gascontrol valvefor the correct gas.DO NOT USE THIS WATER HEATERWITH ANY GAS OTHER THAN THE consult your local Sears Service Center for further information. ONE SHOWN ON THE MODE
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WARNING WARNING Obstructed or deteriorated vent systemsmay present a serious Thiswater heater must not be installed directly on carpeting. heatth riskor asphyxiation. Carpetin_ must be protected by a metal or woodpanel beneatl_ the appliance extendin_ beyond the full width and depth of the WARNING appliance by at ieast 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the Chemical vapor corrosionof the flue and vent systemmay occur appliance is installed in an alcove or closet,the entire floor must if a
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General Safety ....................................................................................................................................................... 2_3 Table of Contents ............................................................................................................................................. 4 Introduction ..........................................................................................................................................................
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WARNING Thank You forpurchasing aSears water heater, This gas-fired water heater is design certified by the Properly installed and maintained, it should give you yearsof American Gas Association Laboratories under trouble freeservice.If you should decide thatyouwant the new American National Standards for Gas Water Heaters. water heater professionallyinstalled by Searscontact the local The installation must conform with this manual, Local SearsServiceCenter or any Searsstore, They will arrangefo
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Materials Needed / \ To simplify the installation Searshas available the installa- tion parts shown below_ You may or may not need all of these materials, depending on your type of installation WATER HEATER STAND 24"x24"x1B" FOR USEWITH WATER HEATERSINSTALLED IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES HAVING A DIAM- ETER24" OR LESSAND A RATED CAPACITY 75 GALLONS OR LESS I COMPRESSION COUPLINGS Comprel_n FOR CONNECTING TO COPPER PLUMBING WITH- OUT SWEAT SOLDERING FLEXIBLEWATER EXPANSION TANKS FOR HEATER GAS CON- THE
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ItOFF _" the the heater. the from the OTurn gas supply to water Q Disconnect vent pipe draft hood where they connect to the water heater. In most WARNING installations the vent pipe can be lifted off after I any screw or other attached devices are removed If the main gas line shutoff valve serv- I Dispose of the draft hood,'The new water heater ing all gas appliances is used, also shut I has the draft hood which must be used for proper "OFF" the gas at each appliance. Leave operation, all gas ap
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WARNING Facts to Consider About the Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds, Location (cleaners, chlorine based chemicals,refrigerants, etc_) in addition to being highly flammable in many cases, wilt You should carefully choose an indoor location for the also changeto corrosivehydrochloric acid when exposed new water heater, because the placement is a very impor- to the combustion products of the water heater_ The tant consideration for the safety of the occupants in the resultscanb
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Combustion Air and Ventilation for Appliances Located in Unconfined Spaces Unco_,fined Space is a space whose volume is not Jessthan 50 ]. When directly communicating with the outdoors, each cubic feet per 1,000 Btu per hour of the aggregateinput rating opening shah have a minimum free area of t square inch of all appliances installed in that space_Roomscommunicating per 4,000 BTU per hour of total input rating of all equip- directly with the space in which the appliances are installed, ment in
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Water Piping 14 WARNING Look at the top cover of the water heater..The water outlet is marked hot. Put two or three turns of teflon HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are tape around the threaded end of the threaded-to-sweat intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem- coupling and around both ends of the ¥_"threaded nip- perature whmchwill satisfy clothes washing, dish wash- ple, Using flexible connectors, connect the hot water ing, and other sanitizing nei_dscan scaldand perma- pip
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Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve WARNING WARNING At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manual- with a combination temperature-pressure relief valve certi- ly operated at least once a year, Caution should be fied by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that main- taken to ensure that (I) no one is in front of or around tains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment the outlet of the temperature-pressure relief v
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14Place the draft hood legs in the receiving holes on the Filling the Water Heater top of the water heater,,The legs will snap in the holes to give a tight fit. CAUTION 2, Place the vent pipe over the draft hood, With the vent Never use this water heater unlessit is completely filled pipe in position, drill a small hole through both the with water. To prevent damageto the tank, the tank must vent pipe and draft hood Secure them together with a be filled with water_Water must flow from the hot wa
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Installation Checklist BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT: 6., Is there proper clearance between the,water heater 1_Check the gas lines for leaks, a Use a soapy water solution, DO NOT test for gas and anything that might catch fire? See the leaks using a match or open flame. "Locating the New water Heater" section. b Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes, 7. Do you have adequate ventilation so that the joints and fittings. water heater will operate properly? See c, Check for bubbling soap, This
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Piping, WARNING WARNING Make sure the gas suppliedis the same type listed on the Use pipe joint compoundor teflon tape marked as being resistantto the action of petroleum [Propane(LP,)] gases_ model rating plate, The inlet gas pressure must not exceed 14 inches water column [Y2pound per square inch (3o5kPa)]o The minimum inlet gas pressure "listed on the model rating SEDIMENT TRAP plate is for the purposeoJ'input adjustment. A sediment trap shall be installed as close to the inlet of the water h
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,'WARNING BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (LP.) GAS WATER HEATERS]: Propane (L.P.) gas is heavier than air. Should there be a leak in the system, the gas will settle near theground. Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under mobile homes (even when ventilated), closets and areas below ground level will serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas. Before attempting to light or rellght the water heater's pilot or turning on a nearby electrical light switch, be absolute- ly sure there is no accumu
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FOR YOUR SAFETY 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 appliancehas a pilotwhichmust be lightedby • If you cannotreachyour gas supplier,call the fire hand,Whenlightingthepilot,follow theseinstructions department. exactly. C. Useonlyyour handto pushin or turnthe gascontrol B. BEFORE LIGHTING smellall aroundtheappliance area knob.Neverusetools.If the knobwill not
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Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (('_) to Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to decrease the temperature, or cour_terclockwise (#'_"_) 30°F higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, to increase the temperature. showers, sink, etc, This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at the mark approximating 120° F, the actual water temperature at any hot water tap could be as high as 150°F or as
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Start Up Conditions CONDENSATION Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, a cer- The water within the water heater tank expands as it is tain amount of condensation will form while the burner is heated and increases the pressure of the water system If on. A water heater may appear to be leaking when in fact the relieving point of the water heater's temperature-pres- the water is condensation. This usually happens when: sure relief valve is reached, the valve will relieve the a. When
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NOT ENOUGH OR NO HOT WATER If the"smelly water persists after the anode replacement t Check the manual gas shut off valve to be sure it is and chlorination treatment, we can only suggest that con- open. tinuous chlorination and filtering conditioning equipment be considered to eliminate the water problem 2. Check the pilot flame. It may have gone out. All mod- els have an opening behind the outer door for viewing the pilot Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected. 3_ If the pilot is
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Venting System Inspection At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the venting system. You should look for: I Obstructions which could cause improper venting,, The combustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed. 2. Damage or deterioration which could cause improper venting or leakage of combustion products, 3, Rusted flakes ar_oundtop of water heater, WARNING Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires cor- sure the ventpiping is properly connected to pre- recti
