Kenmore THE ECONOMIZER 153.333831 User manual

Owners
Manual
FOR POTABLEWATER
HEATING ONLY
NOT SUITABLEFOR
SPACEHEATING.
FOR USE ONLY IN
MOBILE HONES
Model No.
MODEL NUMBERS:
153.333831 30 Gal.
153.333931 40 Gal.
Caution:
Read and Follow
All Safety Rules and
Operating Instructions
Before First Use of
This Product.
Save this Manual for Future Reference.
THE ECONOMIZERS5
MOBILE HOM
GAS WATER HEATER
• Safety Instructions
•Installation
• Operation
For Your Safety
• Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Parts List
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS
WATER HEATER
.WARNING: If the information in these instructions are not fol-
lowed exactly, a .fire or explosion may result, causing property
_Emage, personal mlury or death.
-"=Do not store or use gas.oline or other flammable vapors and liq-
uids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
-__6/HAT 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 sup lier'sinstructions.
•If you can not reac_ your gas supplier, call the fire department.
-Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer,
iservice agency or the gas supplier.
AWARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAM-
AGE. Refer to this manual for assistance or consult the local Sears
Service Center or gas utility for further information.
AWARNING J
Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from other areas
of the structure to this appliance.
_,WARNING
READ THE GENERAL SAFETY SECTION BEGINNING ON INSIDE
COVER AND THEN THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING
OR OPERATING THIS WATER HEATER.
Sears, Roebuck and Co., Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.

Safety Precautions
AWARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY,OR PROPERTYDAMAGE. Refer tothis manualfur
assistanceor consult your local SearsService Center fur
further nfurmation.
AWARNING
WATER HEATERSEQUIPPEDFOR ONE TYPE GAS ONLY:
Thiswaterheateris equippedfur one typegasonly.Checkthe
modelratingplatenear the gascontrolvalvefur the correctga_
DONOT USETHISWATERHEATERWITH ANY GASOTHER
THAN THE ONE SHOWN ON THE MODELRATINGPLATE.
Failureto usethe correctgascancauseproblemswhichcan
result in DEATH,SERIOUSBODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.Ifyouhaveanyquestionsor doubtsconsultyourgas
supplierorlocalutility.
AWARNING
INSTALLATIONSIN AREASWHERE FLAMMABLELIQUIDS
(VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED
(GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC):
Flammableliquids(suchas gasoline,solvents,propane(LP)or
butane, etc.), all of whichemit flammable vapors,may be
improperlystoredor usedin suchareas.The gaswaterheater
pilotlightor main burnercanignitesuchvapors.The resulting
flashbackandfirecancausedeathor seriousburnsto anyonein
the area,aswellaspropertydamage.
Ifinstallationinsuchareasisyouronlyoption,then the installa-
tion mustbe accomplishedin a way that the pilotflame and
mainburnerflameareelevatedfromthe floorat least18inche_
While thismayreducethechangesofflammablevaporsfroma
floorspillbeingignited,gasolineandotherflammablesubstances
shouldneverbestored or usedin the sameroomor areacon-
taininga gaswaterbeateror otheropenflameor sparkproduc-
ingappliance.
NOTE:Flammablevaporsmay be drawnbyair currentsfrom
otherareasofthestructuretotheappliance.
AWARNING
Ifthiswater heaterwillbeusedinbeautyshops,barbershops,
cleaningestablishments,or self-servicelaundrieswith dry
cleaningequipment,it isimperativethat the water heateror
water heatersbe installedsothat combustionand ventilation
air be takenfrom outsidethese areas.Referto the "Factsto
ConsiderAboutthe Location"section ofthis manualand also
the latesteditionofthe NationalFuelGasCode,ANSI Z223.1,
alsoreferred to as NFPA54 for specificsprovidedconcerning
air required.
IAWARNING 7
A fire can start if combustible materials suchas clothing,I
cleaningmaterials, or flammable liqwdsare placedagainst[
or next to the water heater. |
AWARNING
At the time of manufacturethis water heater wasprovided
with acombinationtemperatore-pressuresreliefvalvecertified
bya nationally recognized testinglaboratorythat maintains
periodicinspec_onofproductionoflistedequipment or mate-
rials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valvesand
AutomaticGasShutoffDevicesforHot Water SupplySystems,
and the latest editionof ANSI Z21.22 and the coderequire-
mentsofASME.If replaced,thevalvemustmeet the require-
meritsoflocalcodes,but notlessthan acombinationtempera-
tore and pressurereliefvalvecertifiedasmeetingthe require-
mentsfor ReliefValvesandAutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfur
Hot Water SupplySystems,ANSIZ21.22byanationally recog-
nizedtestinglaboratorythat maintainsperiodicinspectionof
productionoflistedequipmentor materials.
The valvemustbe markedwith a maximumset pressurenot
to exceedthe marked hydrostaticworking pressureof the
water heater(150IbsJsq.in.)and a dischargecapaclt);not less
thanthewater heaterinputrateasshownonthe model rating
plate.(Electricheaters-watts dividedby 1000x 3415 equal
BTU/Hr.rate.)
Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority,whilemandatingtheuseofa
temperature-pressurereliefvalvecomplyingwith ANSI Z21.22
andASME,may requirea valvemodeldifferentfromthe one
furnishedwiththewater heater.
Compliancewith suchlocalrequirements mustbesatisfiedby
theinstalleror enduserofthewater heaterwith a locallypre-
scribedtemperature-pressurereliefvalveinstalledinthe desig-
natedopeninginthe water heaterin placeofthe factoryfur-
nisbedvalve.
Forsafeoperationofthewaterheater,therelief valve"inustnot
beremovedfromit'sdesignatedopeningor plugged.
The tempe ' m..st be installeddirectly
intothe fitti_ter heaterdesignatedforthereliefvalve.
Positionthe valvedown--tubing sothatanydis-
chargewill__ll_r above,or at anydistance
belowthe structuralfloor.Becertainthat no contactismade
withanyliveelectricalpa_ee-T4_vd_hargeopeningmustnot be
blockedor reducedin sizeunderanycircumstances.Excessive
length,ove_'nlore-than fourelbowscancause
restriction and.re.dur.___the_ddiscbargecapacityofthevalve.
No valveor otherobstruction_is't_beplacedbetweenthe relief
valveandthe-eanl¢-Do-not.coonect..Zubing_diJ'oectlyto discharge
drainunlessa 6"air gapisprovided.Topreventbodilyinjury,haz-
ardto life,or propertydamage,the reliefvalvemustbeallowed
todischargewaterinquantitiesshouldcircumstancesdemand.If
the dischargepipeisnotconnectedto a drainor othersuitable
means,thewaterflowmaycausepropertydamage.
The DischargePipe:
Mustnot be smallerin sizethan the outletpipesizeof the
valve,orhaveanyreducingcouplingsor otherrestrictions.
Mustnot bepluggedor blocked.
Mustbeofmateriallistedfor hotwaterdistribution.
Must beinstalledsoasto allow completedrainageof both
the temperatore-pressurerelief valve,and the discharge
pipe.
Mustterminateat anadequatedrain.
Mustnot haveanyvalvebetweentherelief valveandtank.

Safety Precautions
AWARNING
Agaswater heatercannotoperateproperlywithoutthe cor-
rectamountofairfor combustion.Do not installinaconfined
areasucha doset,unlessyouprovideair asshowninthe"Facts
to ConsiderAbout the Location"sectior_Never obstructthe
flowofventilationair.Ifyouhaveanydoubtsor questionsat all,
callyour gascompany.Failureto providetheproperamountof
combustionair canresultin afire or explosionand cancause
DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUI_,ORPROPERTYDAMAGE.
AWARNING
Thiswater heatermustnot be installeddirectlyon carpeting.
Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel
beneath the applianceextendingbeyondthe full width and
depth ofthe appliance.byat least3 inches(76.2mm) in an)
direction,or If the apphanceisinstalledin an alcoveor deset
the entirefloormustbe coveredby the panel.Failureto heec
thiswarningmayresultina firehazard.
AWARNING
HOTTER WATERCAN SCALD:Water heatersareintended.to
producehot water,Water heatedto a temperaturewhichwill
satisfyclotheswashing_dishwashin_and othersanitizingneeds
canscaldand permanentlyinjure youuponcontact.Somep_-
pieare morelikelytobepermanentlyinjuredbyhotwaterthan
others_Theseincludethe elderly,children,theinfirm,orphysical-
ly/mentallyhandicapped.Ifanyoneusinghotwaterinyour home
fitsintooneofthesegroupsor ifthereisa localcodeor statelaw
requiringa certaintemperaterewater atthehotwater ta_ then
youmusttakespecialprecautions.Inadditionto usingthe lowest
possibletemperaturesettingthatsatisfiesyourhot waterneeds
a meanssuchasa mixingvalve,shouldbe usedat the hotwater
tapsusedby thesepeopleor at the water heater.Mixingvalves
areavailableat plumbingsupplyorhardwarestores.Followman-
ufacturersinstructionsfor installationof the valves.Before
changingthe factory setting on the thermostat, read the
'q'emperatureRegulation"sectioninthismanual.
AWARNING ]
Soot build-upindicat_t requirescorrection/
beforefurther use.Turn"OFF" gasto water heaterand lea_veI
"OFF" until repairs are made, becausefailureto correctthe|
causeof the sootingcanresult in a fire or explosioncausing|
DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJUI_,ORPROPERTYDAMAGE./
AWARNING
VENT DAMPERS- Any ventdamper,whether it is operated
thermallyor otherwisemustberemovedifitsuseinhibitsprop-
erdraftingofthe water heater.
ThermallyOperatedVent Dampers:Gas-firedwater heaters
havingthermalemciencyin excessof 80%may producea rela-
tivelylowfluegastemperature.Suchtemperaturesmaynot be
high enough to properly open thermally operated vent
damper_This wouldcausespillageoffluegasesandmaycause
carbonmonoxidepoisoning.
Ventdampersmustbearevidenceofcertificationascomplying
with the latestedition ofAmerican NationalStandardANSI
Z2h68 (ANSI Z21.66& 67,respectively,coverelectricallyand
mechanicallyactuatedventdampers).Beforeinstallationofany
vent damper,consultyourlocalSearsServiceCenterorthe gas
utilityfor furtherinformation.
AWARNING
• The applianceandits individualshutoff valvemustbediscon-
nected fromthe gassupplypipingsystemduringanypressure
testing ofthe gassystem at test pressuresin excessof '/
poundper squareinch(3.5kPa).
•The appliancemustbe isolatedfromthe gassupplypipingsys
tem by closingitsindividualmanualshutoffvalveduringany
pressuretestingofthe gassupplypipingsystemat test pres-
seresequalorlessthan '/zpoundper squareinch(3.5kPa).
a, WARNING
BEFORELIGHTING PROPANE(LR) GASWATERHEATERS:
Propane(L.P.)gasisheavierthan air.Shouldthere be a leakin
the system,the gaswill settle near the ground.Basements,
crawlspaces,skirtedareasundermobile homes(evenwhen
ventilated),closetsand areasbelow groundlevelwill serveas
pocketsfor the accumulationofthisga_Beforeattemptingto
lightor relight the water heater'spilotor turningon a nearby
electricallightswitch,be absolutelysurethere isno accumulat-
ed gasinthe areL Searchfor odorof gasby miffingat ground
levelinthe vicinityof the appliance.If odor isdetected,follow
stepsindicatedat "For YourSafety"on the coverpageofthis
manualthenleavethepremises.
AWARNING
Chemical vaporcorrosionof the flue and vent system may
occurif air for combustioncontainscertainchemicalvapors.
Spraycanpropellants,cleaningsolvents,refrigerator andair
conditionerrefri.gerants,swimming pool chemicals,calcium
andsodiumchloride,waxes,bleach,and processchemicalsare
typicalcompoundswhich arepotentiallycorrosive.
AWARNING
Obstructedor deterioratedvent systemsmaypresenta serious
healthriskor asphyxiation.
Safety Precautions continued on page 4

Safety Precautions
I AWARNING ]
The water heater with_stailed mustbeproperlyI
ventedto achimneywhichterminatesoutdoor_Neveroper-I
acethe waterheaterunlessitisventedto the outdoorsandhasI
.aclequa_m,'r_ to avoidrisksofimproperoperation,explo-I
stunor aspnyxmuoo. .]
&WARNING 1
Minimum clearances_ter heater and tom-I
hustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear,4" at theI
front,and6"fromthe ventpipe.Clearance&orethetop ofthe [
drafthoodis12".Referto the labelonthewaterheaterlocatedI
_adjacentto the gascontrol_foralldearance_ J
_WARNING 1
Do not usethis applianceifanypart ofit hasbeenunderwater.|
Immediately call aSearsServiceTechnicianto inspectthe|
applianceand to replace the gascontrol or any part ofthe/
burnersystemwhichhasbeenunderwater. I
ACAUTION
WATER HEATERSEVENTUALLY LEAK:Installationofthe
water beater mustbe accomplishedin suchamannerthat if
the tankor anyconnectionsshouldleak,the flowofwater will
tbeu. re. When ,o ons
not be avoided,a suitabledrampan shouldbe installedunder
tbe wa_erbeater. Drein pansare availableat yourlocalSears
store.Sucha drain pan mustbe not greaterthan I_inches
deep,havea minimum lengthandwidth of at least2 inches
greatertfian the water heaterdimensionsandmustbe piped
toan adequatedrain.The panmustnotrestrictcombustionair
flow.Under no circumstancesisthe manufactureror Searsto
be heldliablefor anywater damagein connectionwith this
water heater.
_,WARNING
HYDROGEN GAS:Hydrogengascanbe producedin ahot
water systemthat hasnot beenusedfor a longperled of tlme
(generallytwo weeksor more). Hydrogengasisextremely
flammableand explosive.To preventthe possibilityof injury
underthese conditions,we recommendthe hot water faucet
be openedfor severalminutesat the kitchensinkbeforeany
electricalapplianceswhich am connectedto the hotwatersys-
tem are used(suchasa dishwasheror washingmachine). If
hydrogengasispresent, there will probably be an unusual
soundsimilartoair escapingthrough the pipeasthe hotwater
faucetisopened.There must be no smokingor openflame
nearthe faucetatthe time itisopen.
_iLWARNING
INSULATING JACKETS=When installingan externalwater
heaterinsulationjacketona gaswater heater:
• DO NOT coverthe temperature-pressurereliefvalve.
• DO NOT put insulationover anypart of the top of the gas
waterheater.
IDO NOT putinsulationoverthe gascontrolvalveor gascon-
trolvalveJbureercover,or anyaccessareasto the burner.
DO NOT let insulation aroundthe gaswater heaterto get
within8 inchesofthe floor(air mustget tothe burner).
•DO NOT coveror remove operatinginstructions,and safety
related warninglabelsand materials amxedto the water
heater.
Failureto heedthis will result in the possibilityof afire or
explOSiOn,

Table of Contents
q¢="'_,a,_yPrecautions ............................................................................................................................................2-4
Table of Contents ..........................................................................................................5
Customer Kesponslbllltles .......................................................................................................................6
Product Specifications ....................................................i.............................................................................6
Materials and Basic Tools Needed ...............................................................................................7
Materials Needed ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7
BasicTools ................................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Installation Instructions ........................................................................................................................8-18
Removing the Old Water Heater ............................................................................................................................................... 8
Factsto Consider About the Location............................ ...................................................................................................... 9-10
Securing Water Heater to Floor and Wall................................................................................................................................ 11
Water Piping ..................... ._........................................................................ ....................................................................... 11-1
Temperature-Pressure RaeliefValve ........... 13
Filling the Water Heater .......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Venting .............................................................................................................................................................................. 14-15
Gas Piping .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
_Fuel Conversion Instructions .......................................................................................................................................... 16-17
Installation Checklist .............................................................................................................................................................. 18
"""Uperatmg Instructions .........................................................................................................................19-21
Eighting ............................................................................................................................................................................. 19-20
Temperature Regulation.......................................................................................................................................................... 21
Service and A I.
Alljustment ......................................................................................................................22-23
Tank (Sediment) Cleaning ..................... 22
Burner Inspection ................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Burner Cleaning ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Draining ................................................................................................................................................................................. 22
Temperature-Pressure ReliefValveOperation .......................................................................................................................... 23
Drain ValveWasher Replacement ........................................................................................................................................... 23
Housekeeping ..................... :................................................................................................................................................... 23
Service .................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Troubleshooting Guide ........................................................................................................................24-2;
Start Up Conditions ............................................................................................................................................................... 24
Thermal Expansion ............................................................................................................................................................... 24
Strange Sounds ..................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Condensation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Smoke/Odor ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Operational Conditions ..................................................................................................................................................... 25-26
Smdly Water ......................................................................................................................................................................... 25
Air in Hot Water Faucets...................................................................................................................................................... 25
High Temperature Shut OffSysrem ...................................................................................................................................... 26
Not Enough Hot Water ........................................................................................................................................................ 26
Water is too Hot ................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Leakage Checkpoints .............................................................................................................................................................. 27
Parts Order List ...............................................................................................................................................28-29

Customer Responsibilities
Thank You for purchasing aSears 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 cal! the local Sears
Service Center or any Sears store. They will arrangefor prompt,
quality installation by Sears'authorized contractors.
Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual
A.G.A. - American Gas Association
A.N.S.I. - American National Standards Institute
N.EEA. - National Fire Protection Agency
The gas fired water heater is design certified by the
American Gas Association Laboratories under
American National Standards for Gas Water
Heaters for Installation in Manufactured Houses,
(Mobili_ Homes).
Instructions to Mobile Home Manufacturers:
The installation must conform with the
Manufactured Home Construction and Safety
Standard for Mobile Home Construction and Safety
Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (Formerly the Federal
Standard for Mobile Construction and Safety Title
24 (Part 280), 1975.
Instruction for replacement installation:
The installation must conform with the instructions
in this manual; gas company rules; and Local Codes,
or in the absence of Local Codes, with the latest edi-
tion of the National Fuel Gas code, ANSI Z223.1,
also referred to as NFPA 54. This publication isavail-
able from your local government or public library or
gas company or by writing NFPA, Batterymarch
Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
•Read the "Safety Precautions" section, pages 2 through 4 of
this manual first and then the entire manual carefully. If you
don't follow the safety rules, the water heater will not operate
properly. It could cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
This manual contains instructions for the installation, opera-
tion, and maintenance of the gas-fired water heater. It also
contains warnings through out the manual that you must
read and be aware of. Allwarnings 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.
The gas fired water heater is design certified by the American
Gas Association Laboratories under American National
Standards for Gas Water Heaters for Installation in
ManufacturedHouses, (Mobile Homes).
Instructions to Mobile Home Manufacturers:
The installation must conform with the ManufacturedHome
Construction and Safety Standard for Mobile Home
Construction and Safety Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 (Formerly
the Federal Standard for Mobile Construction and Safety Title
24 (Part 280), 1975.
Instruction for replacement installation:
The installation must conform with the instructions in this
manual; gas company rules; andLocal Codes, or in the absence
of Local Codes, with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas
code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to asNFPA 54. This publica-
tion is available from your local government or public library
or gas company or by writing NFPA, Batterymarch Park,
Quincy, MA 02269.
If afterreading this manual you have any questions or do not
understand any portion of the instructions, call the Sears
Service Center.
Carefully plan the place where you are going to put the water
heater. Correct combustion, vent action, andvent pipe instal-
lation are very important in preventing death from possible
carbon monoxide poisoning and fires.
Examine the location to ensure the water heater complies with
the _Facts to Consider About the Location" section in this
manual.
For California installation this water heater must be braced,
anchored, or strapped to avoid falling or moving during an
earthquake. See instructions for correct installation proce-
dures. Instructions may be obtained from your local dealer,
wholesaler, public utilities or California Office of the State
Architect, 400 P Street, Sacramento, CA 95814.
Product Specifications
MODEL
NUMBER TANK
CAPACITY
IN GALLONS
TYPE
OF
GAS B.T.U.
RATE
MINIMUM
VENT
PIPE
RECOVERY RATE
GALS. PER HOUR
@90°F RISE
NAT. PROPANE(LP.)
31.0 31.0
31.0 31.0
153.333831 30 NAT/PROPANE(LP.) 30,000 Y'
153.333931 40 NAT/PROPANE(L.P.) 30,000 3"
DIMENSIONS IN INCHES
HEIGHT TO
DIAMETER JACKET TOP
16" 56"
18" 56½"

Materials and Basic Tools Needed
Materials Needed
To simplify the installation Sears has available the installation
parts shown below. You may ormay not need all of these materi-
als, depending on your type ofinstaUation.
Water Heater
Installation
Kit
IXIBLE V_
_TER GA
._TOR WI
FITTINGS
VENT ELBOW FLEXIBLE WATER
EXPANSION TANKS HEATER GAS CON-
FOR THERMAL NECTOR WITH
EXPANSION CONDI-
TIONS AVAILABLE IN
2 GALLON AND 5
GALLON CAPACITY
THROUGH LOCAL
SEARS STORE OR
SERVICE CENTERS
WATER HEATER INSTAL-
LATION KIT WITH FLEXI-
BLE CONNECTORS FOR
314" OR I/2" THREADED
COPPER PLUMBING
WATER HEATER STAND 24"x24"xl 8"
FOR USE WITH WATER HEATERS
INSTALLED IN RESIDENTIAL
GARAGES HAVING A DIAMETER 24"
OR LESS AND A RATED CAPACITY 75
GALLONS OR LESS
VENT PIPE
DRAIN PANS
AVAILABLE IN 20" DIAMETER FOR
WATER HEATERS HAVING A DIAME-
WATER HEATER HEAT TER 18" OR LESS AND AVAILABLE IN
TRAPS HELP REDUCE HEAT 28" DIAMETER FOR WATER HEATERS
LOSS DUE TO THERMAL HAVING A DIAMETER 26" OR LESS
SYPHONING
Basic Tools
You may or may not need all of these tools, depending on your
type of installation. These tools can be purchased at your local
Searsstore.
• Pipe Wrenches (2) 14"
•Screwdriver
•Tin Snips
•6 Foot Tape of Folding Rule
• Garden Hose
•Drill
•Pipe dope or Teflon Tape
GARDEN HOSE 6 FOOT TAPE
SLOT-HEAD SCREWDRIVER
PIPE
WRENCH
PHILLIPS SCREWDRIVER
ROLL OF TEFLON TAPE
(USE ONLY ON WATER
CONNECTIONS)
PIPE DOPE (SQUEEZE TUBE)
(USE FOR WATER AND
GAS CONNECTIONS)
TIN SNIPS
DRILL
ADDITIONAL TOOLS NEEDED
WHEN SWEAT SOLDERING
•Tubing Cutters or Hacksaw
•Propane Torch
• Soft Solder
•Solder Flux
•EmeryCIoth
•Wire Brushes
HACKSAW
3/4" WIRE BRUSH
112"WIRE BRUSH
ROLL OF LEAD FREE
SOFT SOLDER
PROPANE
TORCH
ROLL OF EMERY
CLOTH SOLDER TUBING
FLUX CUTTER

Installation Instructions
Removing the Old Water Heater
Turn _OFF" the gas supply to the water heater.
AWARNING
If the main gas line shutoff serving all gasappliancesis
used,alsoshut "OFF" the gasat eachappliance. Leaveall
gasappliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installa-
tion scompete.
Turn water to water
"OFF" the the
heater. Some installations require that
the water be turned off to the entire
house.
Q Check again to make sure the gas supply
is "OFF" to the water heater. Then dis-
connect the gas supply connection from
the gas control valve.
®
(3
Attach ato water heater drain
hose the
valve and put the other end in afloor
drain or outdoors. Open the water
heater drain valve. Open anearby hot
water faucet which will relieve pressure
in the water heater and speed draining.
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 afterany screw or other
attached devices are removed. Dispose of the draft
hood. The new water heater has the draft hood which
must be used for proper operation.
Qa. If you have copper piping to the water
heater, the two copper water pipes can
be cut with a hacksaw approximately 4"
away from where they connect to the
water heater. This will avoid cutting off
the pipes too short. Additional cuts can
be made later if necessary. Disconnect
the temperature-pressure relief valve
drain line. When the water heater is
drained, disconnect the hose from the
drain valve. Close the drain valve. The
water heater is now completely discon-
nected and ready to be removed.
Qb. If you have galvanized pipe to the water
heater, loosen the two ga-lvanized pipes
with a,pipe wrench at the union in each
line. _so disconnect the piping remain-
ing to the water heater. These pieces
should be saved since they may be need-
ed when reconnecting the new water
heater. Disconnect the temperature-pres-
sure relief valve drain line. When the
water heater is drained, disconnect the
hose from the drain valve. Close the
drain valve. The water heater is now
completely disconnected and ready to be
removed.
AWARNING I
The water passing out of the drain valve may be extremely I
hot. To avoid being scalded, make sure all connections are I
tight and that the water flow is directed away from any
person.
ACAUTION I
Mineral buildup or sediment may have accumulated in the I
old water heater. This causes the water heater to be much I
heavier than normal and this residue, if spilled out, could
cause staining.

Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Facts to Consider About the
Location
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water
heater in a new location, the following criti.c,71points must be
observed.
This mobile home gas-fired water heater is for use in amobile
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. This water
heater is for use only in mobile homes and is not intended
.for outdoor installation.
-ENCLOSURE INSTALLATIONS:
"The installation of this water heater must be within an
=endosure so as to separate the appliance combustion sys-
tem and venting system from the interior atmosphere of the
mobile home. There shall not be any door, removable
access panel, or other opening into the endosuse from the
inside of the mobile home. This water heater must be
installed using Method A or B.
INSTALLATION METHOD A: An enclosurewith an exte-
rior access door incorporating a single opening positioned a
maximum of 6" above the lower edge of the access door and
which may incorporate either V+"wire mesh or louvers. When
V4"wire mesh is used, the size of the opening must be a mini-
mum of 20 square inches. When the louvers are used, the area
must be aminimum of 20 square inches.
INSTALLATION METHOD B: An optional enclosure
incorporating a solid exterior access door, when a 5 or8" diame-
ter, or 20 square inch minimum equivalent free air opening is
located in the floor of the endosure. The opening must be cov-
ered by a '/4"wire mesh.
HOT WATER
OUTLET
GAS SUPPLY
SOUD
DO'SRtOR
DOOR OF
MOBILEHOME
OUTSIDE
WALLOF
HOBILE
HOME
MOUNTING
OUTSIDE
WALL OF
MOBILE
HOME
HOT WATER
OUTLET MOUNTING
BRACKET
GAS SUPPLY _111 !
BRACKETS
INSTALLATION IN ENCLOSURE OF MOBILE HOME
WITH LOUVERED EXTERIOR DOOR
INSTALLATION IN ENCLOSURE OF MOBILE HOME
WITH SOLID EXTERIOR DOOR
Install water heater into closet so as to have 1" minimum clear-
ance at sides and back. Clearance of 4" is needed to front to
accommodate the gas control valve. Be sure to allow adequate
clearance for servicing the water heater and for access to the pip-
ing and temperature-pressure reliefvalve.
NOTE: DOOR MUST BE
ON OUTSIDE WALL
OF MOBILE HOME.
I" MIK I" MIN.
I" HIM,
4" MIN.
INSTALLATION CLEARANCES TOP VIEW
9

Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Facts to Consider About the
Location (cont'd)
AWARNING
Minimum clearancesbetween the water beater and com-
bustibleconstructionare I" at the sidesand rear,4" at the
front,and6"from theventpipe.Clearancefromthe topofthe
acketis12"on mostmodelsNote that a lesserdimensionmay
be allowedon somemodels.Referto the abe on the water
beateradjacentto the gascontrolvalveforallclearance_
The water heater should be secured to the floor and to the wall
of the enclosure with the mounting brackets provided. For
bracket location refer to "Securing Water Heater to Floor and
Wall" in the "Installation Instructions" section.
When a mobile home is skirted, an air ifitake opening with a
minimum flee area of 32 square inches must be provided in the
skirt. If the opening is covered by louvers or screen, the totalfree
area must be 32 square inches. Other gas firedappliances in the
home will require additional free air openings; consult these
manufacturers for correct sizing.
AWARNING
A gaswater heatercannotoperateproperlywithoutthe cor-
rect amountofairfor combustion.Do not installin a confined
areasucha closet,unlessyouprovideairasshowninthe "Facts
to ConsiderAbout the Location"sectionon page9. Never
obstructthe flow of ventilationair.If you haveanydoubtsor
questionsat all,callyourgascompanyor SearsServiceCenter
Failureto providethe properamountof combustionair can
result in a fire or explosionand cancauseDEATH, SERIOUS
BODILYINJUI_,ORPROPERTYDAMAGE.
AWARNING
When the system requires water at temperatures higher than
required for other uses,the hot water system may require a
means such as a mixing valve to be installed to temper the
water at certain points of use. Some peop!e are more likely to
be permanently injured by hot water than others; these include
the elderly, children, the infirm, or the physically/mentallyhand-
icapped. Before immersing yourself or anyone elsein hot water,
be sure to check the water temperature. WARNING: HOT-
TER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY.
(Also see "Temperature Regulation" section) Mixing valvesare
availableat plumbing supplyor hardware stores. Follow manu-
facturers instructionsfor installation of these valves.
AWARNING
Thiswater heater shallnot be connectedto anyheatingsys-
temsorcomponent(s)previouslyusedwitha nonpotablewater
heatingappliance.
AWARNING
If this water heater will be usedin beauty shops, barber shops,
cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry
cleaningequipment, it is imperative that the water heater or
water heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation
air be taken from outside these areas. Refer to the "Facts to
Consider About the Location" section of this manual and also
the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1
also referred to as NFPA 54 for specificsprovided concernin
air required.
_AWARNING
Toxicchemicalssuch_ent ofboilersor non-
potablewaterheatingappliancesshallneverbeinmxlucedinto
a potablewater heatingsystem.
ACAUTION
WATER HEATERSEVENTUALLY LEAK:Installationof the
water heater mustbe accomplishedin sucha mannerthat if
the tankor anyconnectionsshouldleak,theflowofwater will
notcausedamageto the structure.When suchlocationscan.
not be avoided,a suitable drainpanshouldbe installedunder
the water heater.Drain pansare availableat yourlocalSea_
store.Sucha drain pan mustbe not greaterthan 1½inches
deep,havea minimum lengthand width ofat least2inches
greaterthan the water heater dimensionsand mustbe piped
toan adequatedrain.The panmustnotrestrict combustionair
flow.Underno circumstancesisthe manufactureror Searsto
be heldliablefor anywater damagein connectionwith this
waterheater.
When a drain pan is required, the installation must conform to
"Method A" on page 9.
AWARNING
INSTALLATIONSIN AREASWHERE FLAMMABLELIQUIDS
(VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED
(GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC):
Flammableliquids(suchasgasoline,solvents,propane(LP) or
butane, etc.), all of which emit flammablevapors,may be
improperlystored or usedin suchareas.The gaswater heater
pilotlightor main burnercanignitesuchvapors.The resulting
flashbackandfirecancausedeathor seriousburnsto anyonein
thearea,aswellaspropertydamage.
If installationinsuchareasisyour onlyoption,thenthe installa-
tion mustbe accomplishedin a waythat the pilot flameand
mainburnerflamearee[avatedfromtheflooratleast18inches.
While thismayreducethechangesofflammablevaporsfroma
floorspillbeingignited,gasolineandotherflammablesubstances
shouldneverbestored or usedin the sameroom or areacon-
raininga gaswaterheateror otheropenflameorsparkproduc-
ingappliance.
NOTE: Flammablevaporsmaybe drawnbyair currentsfrom
otherareasofthe structuretotheappliance.
AWARNING
Propellants ofaerosolspraysand volatilecompounds,(clean-
ers,chlorinebasedchemicals,refrigerants, etc.)inadditionto
beinghighlyflammablein manycases,will alsochangeto cor-
rosive hydrochloricacid when exposedto the combustion
productsofthe water heater.The results canbe hazardous
and alsocauseproductfailure.
AWARNING
Thiswater heater mustnot be installeddirectlyon carpeting.
Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel
beneaththe applianceextendingbeyondthe fullwidth and
depth of the applianceby at least 3 inches(76.2mm) in any
direction,or ifthe applianceisinstalledin an alcoveor closet,
the entirefloor mustbe coveredbythe panel.Failureto heed
thiswarningmayresult inafirehazard.
I0

Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Securing Water Heater to
Floor and Wall
The water heater must be secured to the floor and to the wall
of the enclosure with the three mounting brackets and screws
packaged in the carton with the water beater. The two small
brackets stamped #0110064 areused to attach the water heater
to the floor and the one large #0110063 bracket is used to
secure the top of the water heater to the wall.
Because of installation variances these brackets can be located
at any points around the circumference of the jacket. When
the bracketlocations are determined using the %"drill bit for
a pattern, drill only through the outer jacket of the water
heater. Then using the screws provided, secure the bracket to
the water heater, floor and wall.
Water Piping
AWARNING
HOTTERWATERCAN SCALD:.Water heatersareintendedto
_roducehotwater.Water heatedto a temperaturewhichwill
sa_fy clotheswashing,dishwashing,and othersanitizingneeds
canscaldandpermanentlyinjureyouuponcontact.Somepeo-
deare moreh_qyto bepermanentlyinjuredbyhotwaterthan
• ber_ Theseincludetheelderly,children,theinfirm,or physicab
lylmeotanyhandicapped.Ifanyoneusinghotwaterinyourhome
EtsintooneofthesegroupsorIf thereisalocalcodeorstatelaw
requiringacertaintemperaturewater atthe hotwater talgthen
¢u musttakespecialprecau_ng Inadditionto usingthe lowest
mssibletemperatu_ suttingthat satisfiesyourhotwaterneeds,
meanssuchasa m_mg valve,shouldbeusedat thehotwater
tapsusedby thesepeopleor at thewater heater.Mixingvalves
areavailableatplumbingsupplyor hardwarestore_Followman-
ufacturersinstructionsfor installationof the valves.Before
changingthe factory setting on the thermostat, read the
'fl'emperatureRegulation"sectioninthis manual.
BRACKET
MOUNTING
BRACKETS
AWARNING
This water heater shall not be connected to any
heating, systems or component(s) now or previously
used with anon-potable water heating appliance. I
AWARNING I
Toxic chemicals such as used for treatment of boil-
ers or non-potable water heating appliances shall I
never be introduced into a potable water heating I
system. I
If a water heater is installed in a closed water supply system;
such as one having a back-flow preventer, check valve, water
meter with a check valve, etc.., in the cold water supply; means
shall be provided to control thermat expansion. Contact the
local utility or local Sears Service Center on how to control this
situation.
NOTE: To protect against untimely corrosion of hot and
cold water fittings, it is strongly recommended that di-elec-
tric unions or couplings be installed on this water heater
when connected to copper pipe.
The illustration shows the attachment of the water piping to the
water heater. The water heater is equipped with 3A"water con-
nections.
NOTE: If using copper tubing, solder tubing to an adapter
before attaching the adaptor to the cold water inlet connec-
tion. Do not solder the cold water supply line directly to the
cold water inlet. It will harm the dip tube and damage the
tank.
11

Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Water Piping (cont'd)
• 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 ¾ threaded nipple. Using flexible connec-
tors, connect the hot water pipe to the hot water outlet of the
water heater.
• Look at the lower right side of the water heater. The cold
water inlet is markedcold. Put two or three turns of teflon
tape around the threaded end of the, threaded-to-sweat cou-
plingand around both ends ofthe_ threaded nipple. Using
flexible connectors, connect the cold water pipe to the cold
water inlet of the water heater.
WATER PIPING PRESSURE TEST
This _ection is only for the mobile home manufacturer installing
the water heater when the installation is to comply with H.U.D.
Standards.
When testing the water ways, H.U.D. Standards state:
"Water distribution system. All water piping in the water dis-
tribution system shall be subjected to a pressure test. The test
shall be made by subjecting the system to air or water at 100
psi for 15 minutes without loss of pressure. When air pres-
sure is used, the water heater shall not be connected dur-
ing the test."
NOTE: This water heater is insulated to minimize heat loss
from the tank. Further reductipn in heat loss can be accom-
[lished by insulating the hot water lines from the water
eate_
INSTALLATION COMPLETED USING
SEARS INSTALLATION KIT
AWARNING
If the water piping system is to be air pressure test-
ed, 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, SERI-
OUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
HOT OUTLET
HO+OU !
TO HOUSE CONNECTOR
THREADED TO
SWEAT COUPLING
314"
COUPLINGS
PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
THREADED TO
SWEAT COUPLING
SHUTOFF
VALVE
COLD INLET
WATER LINE
(Do not cap or plug.
Must terminate beneath
Mobile Home)
WHEN AIR TESTING,
REMOVE THE WATER
LINES FROM THE
WATER HEATER
[]
COLD INLET
12

installation Instructions (cont'd)
Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve
_WARNING
At the time of manufacturethis water heater wasprovided
withacombinationtemperature-pressuresreliefvalvecertified
by a nationallyrecbgnized testinglaboratory that maintains
periodicinspectionof productionof listedequipmentor mate-
rials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and
AutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,
andthe latesteditionof ANSI Z21.22 and the coderequire-
mentsof ASME.If replaced,the valvemustmeet the require-
ments oflocalcodes,butnot lessthan a combinationtempera-
turnand pressurerelief valvecertifiedasmeetingthe require-
mentsfor ReliefValvesandAutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfor
Hot Water SupplySystems,ANSI Z2h22 by anationallyrecog-
nizedtestinglaboratorythat maintainsperiodicinspectionof
productionoflistedequipmentor material_
The valvemust bemarkedwith amaximumset pressurenot
to exceedthe marked hydrostaticworking pressureof the
water heater(150 IbsJsq.in.)and a dischargecapacitynot less
thanthe water heaterinputrate asshownonthe modelrating
plate. (Electricheaters-watts dividedby 1000x 3415 equal
BTU/Hr.rate.)
Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority,whilemandatingthe useofa
temperature-pressurerelief valvecomplyingwith ANSI Z21.22
and ASME,mayrequire a valvemodeldifferentfrom the one
furnishedwiththewaterheater.
Compliancewith suchlocalrequirementsmustbe satisfiedby
the installeror enduserofthe waterheaterwith alocallypre-
scribedtemperature-pressurereliefvalveinstalledin thedesig-
nated openingin the water heaterin placeofthe factory fur-
nishedvalve.
Forsafeoperationof thewaterheater,the reliefvalvemustnot
be removedfrom it'sdesignat_clopeningorplugged.
Thetemperature-pressurereliefvalvemustbe installeddirectly
intothefittingofthewater heaterdesignatedfor thereliefvalve.
Positionthe valvedownwardandprovidetubingsothatanydis-
chargewill exit onlywithin 6 inchesabove,or at anydistance
belowthe structuralfloor.Re certainthat no contactismade
withanyliveelectricalpart.The dischargeopeningmustnot be
blockedor reducedin sizeunder anycircumstances.Excessive
length, over30 feet,or useofmorethanfourelbowscancause
restriction andreducethedischargecapacityofthevalve.
No valveor otherobstructionisto beplacedbetweentherelief
valveandthetank, Do not connecttubingdirectlyto discharge
drainunlessa6" air gapisprovided.Topreventbodilyinjury,haz-
ardto life,or propertydamage,thereliefvalvemust beallowed
to dischargewaterinquantitiesshouldcircumstancesdemand.If
the dischargepipeisnotconnectedto a drainor othersuitable
means,the water flowmaycausepropertydamage.
The DischargePipe:
• Mustnot be smallerin sizethan the outlet pipesizeofthe
valve,or haveanyreducingcouplingsor otherrestrictions.
• Mustnot bepluggedor blocked.
•Mustbeofmateriallistedfor hotwater distribution.
• Mustbe installedsoas to allowcompletedrainageof both
the temperature-pressurerelief valve, and the discharge
pipe.
•Mustterminateat anadequatedraln.
•Mustnothaveanyvalvebetweenthereliefvalveandtank.
AWARNING
The temperature-pressure relief valve-must be manually
operated at least oncea year. Caution shouldbe taken to
ensurethat (I) no one isin front of or aroundthe outlet of
the temperature-pressure relief valvedischargeline, and(2)
the water manually dischargedwill not causeany bodily
injury or property damage because the water may be
extremelyhot.
If after manuallyoperatingthe valve,it failsto completely
resetand continuesto releasewater, immediatelyclosethe
cold water inlet to the water heater, follow the draining
instructions, and replacethe temperature-pressure relief
valvewith anewone.
HOT
PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE
SHUTOFF
VALVE
COLD
(Do not cap or
plug. Must termi-
nate beneath
Mobile Home.)
RELIEFVALVEOPENING
At thetime of manufacture,thiswater heaterwasprovidedwithacombinationtem-
perature-pressurereliefvalvelistedascomplyingwiththestandardfor reliefvalvesand
automaticgasshut-offdevicesfor hotwatersupplysystems,ANSIZ21.22_Forsafe
operationof thewaterheater,thereliefvalvemustnotberemovedfromitsdesignated
pointofinstallationorplugged,
Your_ocaljurisdictionalauthority,whilemandatingthe useof a temperature-pressure
reliefvalvecomplyingwith ArqSIZ2L22andASME.mayrec_uireavalvemodeldifferent
fromtheonefurnishedwiththewaterheater
Compliancewithsuchlocalrequirementsmustbesatisfiedbytheinstalleror enduser
ofthewaterheaterwithalocallyprescribedcemperature-pressurereliefvalveinstalled
inthedesignatedopeninginthewaterheater.
Seemanualheading-"Temperature-PressureReliefValves"for ins_llationandmainte-
nanceof reliefvalve,dischargeline.andothersafetyprecautions.
13

Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Filling the Water Heater
CAUTION
Never usethis water heater unlessit iscompletelyfilled
water.Toprevontdamageto thetank,the tankmustbefilled_
with water..Water must flow from the hot water faucet
beforetummg ON gastothe water heater.
To fill the water heater with water:
•Close the water heater drain valve by turning the handle to
the right (clockwise). The drain valve is on the lower front of
the water heater.
Open the cold water supply valve to the water heater.
NOTE: The cold water supply valve must be left open
when the water heater is in use.
To insure complete' filling of the tank, allow air to exit by
opening "the nearest hot water faucet. Allow water to run
until aconstant flow is obtained. This will let air out of the
water heater and the piping.
Check all new water piping for leaks. Repair as needed.
Venting
Place the draft hood legs in the receiving holes on the top of
the water heater. The legs will snap in the holes to give a
tight fit.
Place the vent pipe over the draft hood. With the vent pipe
in position, drill asmall hole through both the vent pipe and
draft hood. Secure them together with a sheet metal screw.
DRAFT HOOD INSTALLATION
DRAFT HOOD
!VENT TO
OUT-
DRAFT • DOORS OR
HOOD CHIMNEY
_SCREW_ l_ I DRAFT
_E,WARNING
VENT DAMPERS - Any vent damper, whether it is
operated thermally or otherwise must be removed if its
useinhibits proper drafting of the water heater.
Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water
heaters having thermal etficiency in excessof 80% may
_roduce a relatively low flue gas temperature. Such
temperatures may not be high enoughto properly open
thermally operated vent dampers. This would cause
spillage of flue gasesand may cause carbon monoxide
poisoning.
Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification as
complying with the latest edition of the American
National Standard ANSI Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67,
respectively, cover electrically and mechanicallyactuat-
ed vent dampers). Before installation of any vent
damper, consult the local Sears Service Center or gas
utility for further information.
AWARNING
To insure proper venting of this gas-fired water heater, the
correct vent pipe diameter must be utilized. Any additions or
deletions of other gas appliances on a common vent with this
water heater may adversely affect the operation of the water
heater. Consult the local SearsService Center or gasutility if
any suchchangesaro planned.
Check the venting system for signs of obstruction or deterioration
and replace if needed.
The combustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed.
AWARNING 1
The water heater with draft hood inst_led must be properly
vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors. Never oper-
ate the water heater unlessit isvented to the outdoorsand has/
adequate air supplyto avoidrisksof improper operation, explo-
sionorasphyxiation. ]
AWARNING
Obstructedor deterioratedventsystemsmaypresentaserious
healthrisk orasphyxiation.
All vent gases must be completely vented to the outdoors of the
structure (dwelling). Installonly the draft hood provided with
the new water heater and no other draft hood.
Vent pipes must be secured at each joint with sheet metal screws.
The water heater must be connected to aroof jack: The vent
pipe from the water heater to the roof jack must, be no less than
the diameter of the draft hood outlet (min. 3 ) on the water
heater.
This water heater may be installed with single wall or Type B
vent pipe connection to the draft hood and the following U.L.
listed ruofjacks not furnished.
Triangle Products No. 773-50
Vent Line No. 2073
Strawsine No. 73T
White Metal Products 3RJ
There must be a minimum clearance of 12" between the top of
the draft hood and the top of the enclosure.
The draft hood and combustion air inlet to the water heater
must be in the same atmospheric pressure zone. Do not separate
by a wall, shelf, ceiling, partition, or any other means.
AWARNING I
Failure to have required clearances between vent
piping and combustible material will result in a fire
hazard.
AWARNING I
Be sure vent pipe is properly connected to prevent I
escapeof dangerousflue gaseswhich could causedeadly
asphyxiation.
14

Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Venting (cont'd)
&WARNING
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system
may occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical
vapors. Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigera-
tor and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool
chemicals, calcium and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach
and process chemicals are typical compounds which are
potentially corrosive.
Gas Piping
a, WARNING
Make sure the gas supplied is the same typ_elisted on the
model rating plate. The inlet gas pressure must not exceed
14 inches water column '/2pound per square inch (3.5kPa).
The minimum inlet gas pressure listed on the model rating
)late isfor the purpose of input adjustment.
AWARNING
If the gasconUol valve is subjected to pressures exceeding
pound per square inch (3.5kPa), the damage to the gas con-
tro valvecoudresut nalireorexposonfrom eakngg_
AWARNING
If the main gas line shutoff ser_ng all gas appliances is used,
also turn "OFF" the gasat each appliance. Leave all gasappli-
ancasshut off until the water heater installation iscomplete.
t AWARNING t
The appliance and its,._ must be leaktested
beforeplacingthe applianceinoperation.
AWARNING
• The appliance and its individualshutoff valve must be discon-
nected from the gassupplypiping systemduring any pressure
testing of the gas system at test pressures in excess of %
poundper square inch (3.SkPa).
•The appliance must be isolated from the gassupplypiping sys-
tem by closingits individual manual shutoff valve during any
pressure testing of the gassupplypiping system at test pres-
suresequal or lessthan ½pound per square inch(3.5kPa).
AWARNING J
Use pipe joint compound or teflon tape marked as being
resistant to the action of petro eum [Propane (L.R)] gases.
Agas line of sufficient size must be run to the water heater.
Consult the latest edition of National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA54 and the gas company concern-
ing pipe size.
There must be:
•A readily accessible manual shut offvalve in the gas supply line
serving the water heater, and
•Adrip leg (sediment trap) ahead of the gas control valve to help
prevent dirt and foreign materials from entering the gas control
Valve.
• A flexible gas connector or a ground joint union between the
shutoffvalve and control valve to permit servicing of the unit.
Be sure to check all the gas piping for leaks before lighting the
water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open
flame. Rinse offsoapy solution and wipe dry.
SEDIMENT TRAP
Asediment trap shall be installed as dose to the inlet of the
water heater as practical at the time of water heater installation.
The sediment trap shall be either a tee fitting with a capped nip-
pie in the bottom outlet or other device recognized as an effec-
tive sediment trap. Ifa tee fitting is used, it shall be installed in
conformance with one of the methods of installation shown
below.
GAS PIPING WITH
FLEXIBLE CONNECTOR
_/_, GASSUPPLYPIPING
HANUAL
SHUTOFF
VALVE FLEXIBLEGAS CONNECTOR
LABELEDAS CONPLYING
WITH ANSI STANDING
GROUND
UNION(Optional)
DRIP LEG
3" rain. (Sediment trap)
GAS
CONTROL
VALVE
CAP
AWARNING
Contaminants in the gas lines may causeimproper operation
of the gas control valve that may result in fire or explosion.
Before attaching the gas line be sure that all gas pipe isclean
on the inside. To trap any dirt or foreign material in the gas
supply line, a drip leg (sometimes called a sediment trap)
must be incorporated in the piping. The drip leg must be
readily accessible.Install in accordance with the "Gas Piping"
section. Refer to the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI 7-223.1, also referred to asNFPA 54.
15

Installation Instructions (cont'd)
"Fuel" Conversion Instruc-
tions From Natural Gas To
Propane (L.P.) Gas
A, WARNING
This water heater has been factory equipped to operate
with the type gasindicatedin the "EQUIPPED FOR" area
of the model rating plate located near the gas control
valve. The indicated gas may be either Natural or
Propane (L.R). By followingthe conversioninstructionsin
this manualor the instructionsnear the gascontrolvalve,
the water heater must be converted if it is to be used
with the opposite gas. DO NOT USE THIS WATER
HEATER WITH ANY GAS OTHER THAN THE ONE
LISTED ON THE MODEL RATING PLATE. Failureto use
the correct gascan causeproblems which can result in
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult
yourgassupplieror gascompany.
Read and follow detailed conversion instructions located on the
water heater and also in this manual in their entirety beforestarting
the conversion.
Conversion kit with necessary parts arein abag attached to the
drain valve.
Step 1.
Step 2.
Step 3.
Turn gas control knob "A"to _PILOT'. Depress andturn
_OFF". (See Figure 1, page 17).
Remove outer and inner accessdoors from water beater.
Remove burner assembly from water heater and contml by
loosening 3A"nut "H" holding burner assembly to control
(See Figure 2, page 17). Loosen pilot tube nut _J" and
thermocouple nut "K" at control.
Step 4. Remove screws "D" disengaging manifold from burner.
(See Figure 3, page 17)
Step 5. Remove orifice "E" (See Figure 3, page 17) using %"
wrench. Install orifice marked "L.P." found in the ba.g
into manifold. Tighten securely. Secure burner to mani-
fold with screws "D'.
Step 6. Loosen pilot tube nut "F" (See Figure 4, page 17). Re-
move orifice "G" and replace with blue colored orifice
found in bag. Reinstall nut "F" and tighten securely.
Step 7. Makesure allconnections aretightened securely,and rein-
stall burner assemblyinto waterhearer. Position end ofthe
manifold inside bracket as shown in Figure 3 on page 17.
Reinstall manifold into control andtighten _" nut (_H')
securely.Recheck to see that end of manifold isstill inside
bracket as shown in Figure3on page 17. Reinstall pilot
tubing and thermocouple into control. (See Figure 2,
page 17)
Step 8. Place screwdriver in slot "B". (SeeFigt2re1, page 17). De-
press and turn counter-clockwise (_""q to stop. Con-
trol screw must be in "IN" position for propane (L.P.)gas
and in "OUT" position for natural gas. STOP! Readlabel
"For Your Safety" located on your water heater.
Step 9.
Step 10.
Step 11.
Step 12.
Step 13.
Step 14.
Step 15.
Step 16.
Step 17.
Step 18.
Step 19.
Set the thermostat to lowest setting
by turning the water temperature
dial dockwise, _"-"_) to its lowest
temperature setting (with arrowon
dial) as shown. DO NOT FORCE.
Turn gas control knob clockwise _ _to _OFF" posi,-'
tion. Knob cannot be turned from PILOT" to OFF
unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT FORCE.
Wait five (5) minutes to c!e-_rout any gas. If you then
smell gas, STOP! Follow B in the saf&y information
on _For Your Safety" label. Ifyou don't smell gas, go to
the next step.
Find pilot-follow metal tube from gas control. The pilot
is located on the right hand side of the burner. (See Fig-
ure 4, page 17)
t-t
PILOTBURNER/_]] THERMOCOUPLE
If you don't smell gas, turn knob on gas control
counter-clockwise [ _ to "PILOT" position.
Push in control knob all the way andhold down. Imme-
diately light thepilot with amatch. Continue to hold
control knob in for about one (1) minute afterthe pilot
is lit. Releaseknob and it will pop back up. Pilot should
remain lit. If it goes out, repeat steps 9through 12.
• If knob does not pop up when released, stop and
immediately call the Sears Service Center or gas
supplier.
• If the pilot will not stay lit afterseveraltries, depress
and turn the gas control knob clock-
wise _ )to "OFF" and call the Sears Service Can-
ter orgas supplier.
Check for gas leakswith only pilot flame burning using
asoapy water solution, not amatch or open flame.
Check for gas leaks atfittings "F"and "G" (See Figure4,
page 17) and at fitting "J" (See Figure2, page 17).
Make sure temperature adjustment dial is turned clock-
wise (("-_) in its lowest position (See Figure 1,
page 17).
Replaceinner andouter doors.
At arms length away turn gas control knob to the full
"ON" position. WARNING: Do not use gas control
knob to regulate gas flow. Turn temperature adjust-
ment dial counter-clockwise (_"_) until gas flows to
main burner and ignites.
With asoapy water solution, not amatch or open
flame, check for gas leaks at gas connection _H". (See
Figure 2, page 17). If gas leak occurs, turn offimmedi-
ately by shutting offgas cock at inlet tof_ ,,
control,or by turning gas control knob • _it_' to PI-
LOT" pushing down and turning to _OFF". Repair gas
leak as necessary, and repeat steps 9through 19.
16

Installation Instructions (cont'd)
Step 20. At arm's length away,set the thermostat to desired set-
ting. The mark (V) HOT indicative of approx.120°F is
preferred starting point. If hotter water isdesired seethe
"Temperature Regulation"section in this manual.
"A"( KNOB
_WARNING. I
Hotter water increases the rtsk of scald injury. I
Before changing temperature setting see the
"Temperature Regu ation" section n th s manua.
GAS
LINE
Step 21. Replace the outer door if not replaced in step 17.
Step 22. Remove adhesive label found in conversion kit and
place next to the model rating plate. Mark label indi-
cating for which type gas the water heater is now
equipped.
z
"Fuel" Conversion
Instructions From Propane
(L.P.) Gas To Natural Gas
AWARNING
This water heater hasbeen factory equipped to operate
with the type gasindicatedinthe "EQUIPPED FOR" area
of the model rating plate located near the gas control
valve. The indicated gas may be either Natural or
Propane(L.R). Byfollowingthe conversioninstructionsin
this manualor the instructionsnear the gascontrol valve,
the water heater must be converted if it is to be used
with the opposite gas. DO NOT USE THIS WATER
HEATER WITH ANY GAS OTHER THAN THE ONE
LISTED ON THE MODEL RATING PLATE. Failureto use
the correct gas can cause problems which can result in
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult
your gassupplieror gascompany.
To convert from Propane (L.E) gas to Natural gas, follow the
"Fuel" Conversion Instructions From the "Natural Gas to
Propane (LP.) Gas" section except in Step 5, use orifice 'E",
marked "NAT.". In Step 6use pilot orifice "G', brass color and
in Step 8 turn control screw "B" in Figure 1 clockwise (f'-_',)
to stop. Screw must be in "OUT" position for Natural gas.
See "Instruction Label" for orifice sizes.
Maximum Supply Pressure:
14"W.C. For Nat. Gas.
14" W.C. for Propane (L.P.) Gas
Minimum Supply Pressure
5"W.C. for Nat. Gas.
11" W.C. For Propane (L.P.) Gas
TEMPERATURE /-- PLASTIC CAP
ADJ. DIAL -- /
[ Figure I ]OUTFORNATURAL
IN FOR PROPANE(L.E)
THERi_qOCOUPLEJ_ LJ. J-_ PILOT TUBING
[Figure 21 MANIFOLD
BURNER
F,2 i
[_ "F"
17

Installation Instructions (cont'd)
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 andmake the necessary repairs.
d. Recheck for leaks.
e. Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.
• Is the new temperature-pressure reliefv_ve properly installed
and piped to an adequate drain? See Temperature-Pressure
Relief Valve section.
• Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water
heater correctly? See "Water Piping" instructions in the
"Installation Instructions" section.
• Is the water heater completely filled with water? See "Filling"
instructions in the "Installation Instructions" section.
• Will a water leak damage anything? See the "Facts to
Consider About the Location" section.
HOT
GAS
SUPPLY
+
SHUTOFF
VALVE
TEE
HOT
VENT PIPE TO UL
LISTED ROOF JACK
.TEMPERATURE.PRES-
SURE RELIEF VALVE
SHUTOFF
VALVE
COLD COLD
•Is there proper clearance between the water heater and any-
thing that might catch fire? See the Facts to Consider About
the Location section.
• Do you have adequate ventilation so that the water heater
will operate properly? See Combustion Air and Ventilation"
in the"Facts to Consider About the Location section,
• Is the draft hood vent piping properly secured? See "Venting"
instructions in the "Installation Instructions" section.
DRIP LEG
(Sediment trap)
PIPE CAP
(Do not cap or plug,
Must terminate
beneath
Mobile Home.)
• Is there proper clearance between the vent pipe and anything
that might catch on fire? See "Venting" instructions in the
"Installation Instructions" section.
• ls the vent pipe properly sloped and does the vent terminate
outdoors? See "Venting" instructions in the "Installation
Instructions" section.
Do you need to call your gas company to check the gas pipe
and its hookup?
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m_o_A_ GAS PRESSURE _4we.
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MODEL RATING PLATE
18

Operating Instructions
Lighting
_WARNING
BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.P.) GAS WATER
HEATERS]:Propane(LR) gasisheavierthanair.Shouldthem
bea leakin the system,the gaswill settlenear the ground.
Basements,crawlspaces,skirt_l areasunder mobilehomes
(evenwhenventilated),closetsandareasbelowgroundlevelwill
serveas pockets for the accumulation of this gas. Before
attemptingto lightor .rel.lghtthe waterheater'spilotortuming
ona nearbyelectricalhghtswitch,be absolutelysumthem isno
accumulatedgasinthearea.Searchforodorofgasbymiffing at
groundlevelin thevicinityof the appliance.Ifedor isdetected,
follow stepsindicatedat "For YourSafety"onthe coverpageof
this manualthen leavethe premise_
Lighting and operating instructions are located on front of the
water heater, above or to one side of the gas control valve.
Figure 5 J
AWARNING
AN ODORANT ISADDED TO THE GAS USED
BYTHIS WATER HEATER.
)RYOUR SAFETY
IFYOU SMELLGAS:
Do not try to lightanyappliance.
Do not touchanyelectricalswitch;do not useanyphonein
yourbuilding.
Immediatelycallyour gassupplierfrom a neighbor'sphone.
Followthe gassuppliersinstructions_
If you cannotreachyour gassupplier,callthe Ere depart-
ment. Figure 6 J
AWARNING
DO NOT force the gascontrolknob.Use only your handto
pushit downto lightthe pilot,or to torn it to "ON", "OFF"
or "PILOT". Never usea tool suchasa lever,wrenchor pli-
ers. Do not hit or damagethe knob.A damagedknobmay
result in an explosionand seriousinjury.If youhaveproblem
turningthe knob,callthe gassupplierimmediately.
Figure 7 ]
|9 Figure 8 ]
INNER-
DOOR
OUTER
DOOR

Operating Instructions (cont'd)
Lighting label on the water heater as it appears above the thermostat
FOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTING
•WARNING J
If you do not follow these instructions exactly, a fire or explosion
may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.
A. Thisappliancehasa pilot whichmustbe lightedby
hand.WhenIighUngthepilot,followtheseinstructions
exactly.
B. BEFORELIGHTINGsmellallaroundtheappliancearea
for gas, Be sureto smell nextto the floor because
somegasisheavierthanair andwillsettleonthefloor.
WHATTODOIF YOUSMELLGAS
• Donottrytolight anyappliance.
•Do not touch anyelectric switch;do not useany
phoneinyourbuilding.
•Immediatelycallyourgassupplierfroma neighbor's
phone.Followthegassupplier'sinstructions.
Cl
D.
•If youcannotreachyourgassupplier,callthe fire
department.
Useonlyyourhandto pushinor turnthegascontrol
knob.Neverusetools.Ifthe knobwillnot pushin or
turnbyhand,donl tryto repair it,calla qualifiedser-
vicetechnician.Forceor attemptedrepairmayresult
inafireorexplosion.
Do not usethis applianceif anyparthasbeenunder
water.Immediatelycall a qualifiedservicetechnician
toinspecttheapplianceandto replaceanypartofthe
controlsystemandany gascontrolwhichhasbeen
underwater.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
1.STOP!Readthesafetyinformationaboveonthislabel.
2, Removeouterdoor.
3. Setthe thermostat to lowestsetting byturning the
watertemperaturedialclockwise,(f-'_) to itslowest
temperaturesetting(witharrowon dial)asshown.DO
NOT FORCE.
4.Turngascontrolknobclockwise_'* to OFF"posi-
tion.Knob cannotbe turnedfrom "PILOT" to "OFF"
unlessknobis depressedsgghtly.DO NOT FORCE.
(Figure5, page19)
Waitfive(5) minutesto clearout anygas. Ifyou then
III ,e
smellgas,STOP.Follow B in the safetyinformation
aboveon this label If youdon'tsmell gas,go to the
nextstep.
Remove(or open)inner door locatedbelowthe gas
controlunit.(Figure8,page19)
Findpilot-followmetaltubefromgascontrol.Thepilot
islocatedontherighthandsideoftheburner.
PILOT BURNER __THERMOCOUPLE
Ifyoudon'tsmellgas,turnknobongascontrolcounter
1_@ to "PILOT" position. (Figure 6,
clockwise
page19)
9. Push in control knoball the way and hold down.
Immediatelylightthe pilotwith a match.Continueto
holdcontrolknobin for aboutone (1) minuteafter
the pilotis lit.Releaseknoband itwillpopbackup.
Pilotshouldremainlit. If it goesout,repeatsteps3
through8.
•If knobdoesnotpop upwhenreleased,stopand
immediatelycall yourservicetechnicianor gas
supplier.
•If the pilot will not stay lit after several tries,
depressandturnthegascontrolknobclockwise
_' ) to "OFF"andcallyourservicetechnician
orgassupplier.(Figure5,page19)
10.Replace(or close)innerdoor.Replaceouterdoorif
doordoesnot covergascontrolon/offknobor tem-
peratureadjustmentknob.(Figure8,page19)
11. At armslengthaway,turngascontrolknobcounter-
clockwise _)_ to the full "ON" position.
WARNING: Do not use gas control knob to reg.
ulate gas flow. (Figure7,page19)
12.At armslengthaway,set the thermostatto desired
setting.Themark( •) HOTindicativeofapproximate
120°F is preferredstarting point. Somelocal laws
may requirea lowerstartingpoint.If hotterwateris
desired,seeinstructionmanualand"warning" below.
13.Replacetheouterdoorifnot replacedinstep10.
WARNING ]
Hotterwaterincreasestheriskof scaldinjury.Beforechangingtemperaturesettingsee instructionmanual.
TO TURN OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
1. Set thethermostatto lowestsettingbyturning the
watertemperaturedial clockwise(Y"-'%)to itslowest
temperaturesetting(witharrowon dial)asshown.DO
NOT FORCE,
2.TurngascontrolknobclockwiseVl to"OFF"posi-
tion. Knobcannotbeturnedfrom "PILOT"to "OFF"
unlessknobisdepressedslightly.DO NOT FORCE.
(Figure5)
3,Replaceouterdoor(ifremoved).
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