Kenmore 153.331492 User Manual

Owner’s ManualKentnorGHydroSense Gas Water HeaterFOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY. NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING. NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.MODEL NO.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS WATER HEATERThis gas water heater was manufactured to voluntary safety standards to reduce the likelihood of a flam

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSRemoving the Old Water Heater©©©FIGURE 2.Turn “OFF” the gas supply to the water heater.If the main gas line shutoff valve ser

Location Requirementsthe fire department from a neighbor’s home. Do not attempt to clean the spill until all ignition sources have been exti

Property Damage HaiardAll water heaters eventually leak Do not install without adequate drainage.IMPORTANT: The water heater should be located

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 i

Gas Pressure Gas Pressure TestingA WARNINGU/Explosion HazardGas leaks can not always be detected by smell.Gas suppliers recommend that you use a gas d

COMBUSTION AIR SUPPLY & VENTILATIONAWARNINGCarbon Monoxide WarningFollow all the local and state codes or, In the absence of local and state co

gas utilization equipment in the area. If you are unsure that the structure meets this requirement, contact your local gas utility

1 SQ. INCH PER 2000 BTUHALL AIR FROM OUTDOORS USING HORIZONTAL DUCTSFIGURE 16.ALL AIR FROM OUTDOORS - USING A SINGLE PERMANENT OPENINGFIGURE 17.Ven

• The vent connector must be accessible for cleaning, inspection, and replacement.• Vent connectors cannot pass through any ceiling, f

SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICEYour safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water hea

WATER SYSTEM PIPINGPiping InstallationPiping, fittings, and valves should be installed according to the installation drawing (Figure 22).

Closed System/Thermal ExpansionProperty Damage HazardAll water heaters eventually leak Do notinstall without adequate drainage.As water is heated,

OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATERLighting InstructionsRead and understand these directions thoroughly before attempting to light or re-light the

Checking the Draft Water Temperature RegulationAfter successfully lighting the water heater, allow the unit to operate for 15 minutes and check the dr

TemperatureSettingsTime to Produce 2nd & 3rd Degree Burns on Adult Skin160°F (71 °C) About 1/2 second150°F (66°C) About 1-1/2 seconds140°F (60°C)

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTTank (Sediment) Cleaning Burner InspectionSediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amount of noise, and if left i

Housekeeping Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve OperationVacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a regular basis.The

down during freezing temperatures. To drain the tank, performthe following steps:1. Turn the thermostat dial to the “OFF” position. (This di

SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE GAS CONTROL VALVE/THERMOSTATA. Tools required:1. T15 Torx Screwdriver2. 3/16” slotted screwdriver.3. Open-end wrenches

GAS VALVE ASSEMBLY (FRONT VIEW WITH ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE REMOVED)INLETGASSUPPLYLOCKINGTAB TORX SCREWPILOTTUBELOCKING BURNER TAB TUBEGAS VALVE ASS

AWARNINGRead and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing, operating or servicing this v^ater heater.Failure to follow inst

MAINTENANCE OF YOUR WATER HEATERReplacement PartsIMPORTANT: The following maintenance procedures are for the FVIR System components and sho

4. Remove the screw that secures the pilot shield and pilot assembly to the pilot bracket (Figure 35). Keep the screw for future us

compartment, making sure that the tip of the manifold tube engages in the slot of the bracket inside the combustion chamber (Figures

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEStart Up ConditionsThermal ExpansionCAUTIONProperty Damage Hazard• Avoid water heater damage.• Install thermal expansion tank or

drawn toward the draft hood, shut off water heater and make necessary air supply changes to correct.CondensationWhenever the water heater

if the flame is absent. This unit is also equipped with a thermal switch, designed to shut off the gas supply in the event the w

TROUBLESHOOTING CHARTPROBLEM LED STATUS POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTIONOFFElectronic control module offer pilotCheck wiring harness for proper con

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (CONTINUED)PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTIONBURNER WILL NOT IGNITE 1. Pilot not lit 1. Light pilot2. Thermostat set to

TROUBLESHOOTING CHART (CONTINUED)PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) CORRECTIVE ACTIONTHERMOSTAT FAILS TO 1. Thermostat not functioning properly 1. Replace ther

PILOT LIGHT TROUBLESHOOTING FLOWCHARTSection A: Pilot light will not light (new installation)Turn the manual gas shut-off valve toIs the manual gas sh

TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE...

PARTS ORDER LISTHYDROSENSE GAS WATER HEATERMODEL NUMBERS153.331492 40 Gallon Tall (Natural)153.331592 50 Gallon Tall (Natural)Model NumbersKey No.Part

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OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER... 22-24Lighting Ins

PRODUCT WARRANTY12 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATERFor twelve years from date of purchase, if this water heater is installed and operated in a si

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESThank You for purchasing a Kenmore water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years of trouble free

MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDEDMATERIALS NEEDEDTo simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may no

TYPICAL INSTALLATIONGET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELSA Vent Pipe J Inner Door S Gas Control Valve/ThermostatB Draft Hood K Outer Door T Drain