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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR WATER HEATER

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 (1-800-469

4663). When ordering replacement parts, always have the

following information ready:

1. model, serial, and product number

2. type of gas

3. item number

4. parts description

See the Parts Order List section for a list of available repair parts.

External Inspection & Cleaning of the

Base-Ring Filter

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1. At least annually, check the base-ring filter (Figure 37) for

any dust or debris that may have accumulated on the filter

screen. NOTE: If the water heater is located in an area that

is subjected to lint and dirt, it may be necessary to check

the base-ring filter more frequently.

2. Follow the Lighting Instructions to turn off the water heater

and allow it to cool for 10 minutes before attempting to clean

the base-ring filter.

3. Use a vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment to remove

any dust or debris that may have accumulated on the filter.

NOTE: If unable to inspect or clean the base-ring filter, follow

the “Cleaning the Combustion Chamber and Flame-arrestor”

instructions.

4. After the base-ring filter has been cleaned, follow the

Lighting Instructions to return the water heater to service.

Removing the Manifold/Burner Assembly

1. Turn off the gas supply to the water heater at the manual

gas shut-off valve. This valve is typically located beside the

water heater (Figure 11). Note the position of the shut-off

valve in the open/on position then proceed to turn it off.

2. Turn the temperature dial to the “OFF” position.

GAS CONTROL VALVE/

THERMOSTAT

5. Disconnect the following from the gas control valve/thermostat:

thermopile plug, tank sensor plug, igniter wire plug, pilot tube,

and manifold tube. (See Figures 32 & 33.)

6. Grasp the manifold tube and push down slightly to free the

manifold and pilot tubes.

7. Carefully remove the manifold/burner assembly from the

burner compartment. NOTE: Be sure not to damage internal

parts.

Removing the Burner from the Manifold/

Burner Assembly

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1. Take off the burner by removing the two (2) screws located

underneath the burner.

2. Check the burner to see if it is dirty or clogged. The burner

may be cleaned with soap and hot water (Figure 34).

BURNER

(BOTTOM VIEW)

FIGURE 34.

ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE

TANK SENSOR

PLUG

1 , -

THERMOPILE \

PLUG MANIFOLD

TUBE TUBE

FIGURE 32.

3. Remove the outer door.

4. Remove the two screws securing the manifold door

assembly to the combustion chamber (Figure 33).

Replacing the Pilot/ Pilot Tube Assembly

1. Remove the manifold assembly. See “Removing the

Manifold/Burner Assembly.”

2. Remove the retainer clip from the back of the two piece

wire connector (using a flat blade screw driver), then

remove the two piece wire connector from the manifold

door (Figure 35).

IMPORTANT: Be careful not to bend or alter the position of

the pilot tube. It will be used as a bending template for the

new pilot assembly.

3. Remove the burner by removing the two (2) screws located

beneath it. Keep the screws for future use.

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