Document Outline

• Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A
• SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE
• SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions.
  • Fire or Explosion Harzard
• if
  • Fire Hazard
  • Explosion Hazard
  • Improper installation and use may result in property damage.
  • TABLE OF CONTENTS
  • PRODUCT WARRANTY
    • 12 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATER
    • 3 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON PARTS
    • 1 YEAR EXCLUSIVE KENMORE LABOR WARRANTY
    • WARRANTY SERVICE
    • Sears, Roebuck and Co., Dept. 817 WA, Hoffman Estates, IL 60179
    • Master Protection Agreements
    • Some limitations and exclusions apply. For prices and additional information in the U.S.A. call 1-800-827-6655.
    • • Coverage in Canada varies on some items. For full details, call Sears Canada at 1-800-361-6665.
    • Sears Installation Service
  • CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
  • PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
  • MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED
  • MATERIALS NEEDED
  • BASIC TOOLS
  • ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING
    • GET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS
  • IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS WATER HEATER
  • Installation Checklist
    • Water Heater Location
    • Combustion Air Suppiy and Ventiiation
  • Removing the Old Water Heater
  • Location Requirements
    • Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
      • Do not install in a mobile home.
  • A
    • Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions.
    • Fire or Explosion Hazard
    • Site Location
    • Filling the Water Heater
      • Property Damage Hazard
    • GAS SUPPLY
    • Gas Requirements
    • Gas Piping
  • U/
    • Explosion Hazard
    • COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY & VENTILATION
    • Unconfined Space
      • Confined Space
        • FIGURE 12.
    • All Air from Inside the Building
    • All Air from Outdoors
    • Louvers and Grilles
    • Chimney Connection
    • Vertical Exhaust Gas Vent
    • WATER SYSTEM PIPING
    • Piping Installation
    • Closed System/Thermal Expansion
    • Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve
      • The Temperature & Pressure Relief Valve:
      • The Discharge Line:
      • T&P Relief Valve and Pipe Insulation
    • OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER
    • Lighting Instructions
    • U/
      • Explosion Hazard
        • Replace view port if glass is missing or damaged.
        • Failure to do so can result in death, explosion or fire.
    • a:
      • Water Temperature Regulation
      • Burner Flames
      • Emergency Shut Down
        • FIGURE 28.
      • SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT
      • Tank (Sediment) Cleaning
      • Vent System Inspection
        • Carbon Monoxide and Fire Hazard
      • Burner Cleaning
      • Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Operation
        • Fire and Explosion Hazard
      • Anode Rod Inspection
      • Draining and Flushing
      • Service
      • SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE GAS CONTROL VALVE/THERMOSTAT
        • A. Tools required:
        • B. Removing the Electronic Control Module:
        • C. Removing the Gas Valve Assembly:
        • D: Installing a Gas Control Valve/Thermostat (Full Assembly)
        • E: Installing the Electronic Control Module:
      • MAINTENANCE OF YOUR WATER HEATER
      • Replacement Parts
      • External Inspection & Cleaning of the Base-Ring Filter
      • Removing the Manifold/Burner Assembly
      • Removing the Burner from the Manifold/ Burner Assembly
      • Replacing the Pilot/ Pilot Tube Assembly
      • Cleaning the Combustion Chamber and Flame-arrestor
      • Replacing the Manifold/Burner Assembly
      • Explosion Hazard
        • Tighten both manifold door screws securely.
        • Remove any fiberglass between gasket and combustion chamber.
        • Replace viewport if glass is missing or damaged.
        • Replace two piece wire connector if missing or removed.
        • Replace door gasket if damaged.
        • Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire.
      • Piezoelectric Igniter System
        • FIGURE 40.
      • Testing the Igniter System
      • FVIR System Operational Checklist
      • Start Up Conditions
        • Thermal Expansion
        • Property Damage Hazard
        • Strange Sounds
        • Draft Hood Operation
        • Condensation
        • Smoke Odor
      • Operational Conditions
        • Smelly Odor
        • “AIR” In Hot Water Faucets
        • Safety Shut-off and Thermal Switch
          • Leakage Checkpoints
      • PARTS ORDER LIST
      • HYDROSENSE GAS WATER HEATER
        • THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST.
      • Get it fixed, at your home or ours!