Owner’s ManualKenmoreHydroSense Gas Water HeaterFOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY. NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING. NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.AkMODEL NO
èA WARNINGFire or Explosion HazardRead instruction manual before installing, using or servicing water heater.Improper use may result in fire orexplosi
Do not apply insulation to the top of the water heater, as this will interfere with safe operation of the draft hood.Do not cover the
Water PipingWhen communicating with the outdoors through horizontal ducts, each opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square in
This water heater shall not be connected to any heating systenns or component(s) used with a non-potable water heating appliance.All
Fit T & P valve insulation over valve. Make sure that the insulation does not interfere with the lever of the T & P valve.Secure a
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be manually operated at least once a year. Caution should be taken to ensure that (1) no
DRAFT HOODVENT TO OUTDOORS OR CHIMNEYFIGURE 17.The vent pipe from the water heater must be no less than the diameter of the draft hood
^WARNINGBreathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide GasHigh altitude orifice must be instaiied for operation above 7,700 feet (2,347 m).Contact a quali
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSFOR YOUR SAFETY READ BEFORE LIGHTINGWARNING Ilf you do not follow these instructions exactly, fire or explosion may result causi
Temperature RegulationDue to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to
SAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICEYour safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water hea
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTTank (Sediment) Cleaning Burner InspectionSediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amount of noise, an
Housekeeping Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve OperationVacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on a regular basis.^DA
2. CLOSE the cold water inlet valve to the water heater.3. OPEN a nearby hot water faucet and leave open to allow for draining.4. Connect a hose to
start Up ConditionsThermal ExpansionCAUTIONProperty Damage Hazard Avoid water heater damage, Install thermal expansion tank or device if necessary
is not drawn toward the draft hood, shut off water heater and make necessary air supply changes to correct.CondensationWhenever the water
Operational Conditions (Continued)Leakage CheckpointsFIGURE 27.AWARNINGRead and understand instruction manual and safety messages before instal
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS FOR GAS CONTROL VALVE assemblyA. Tools required:1. T15 Torx Screwdriver2. 3/16" slotted screwdriver.3. Open-end wrenches
LOCKING I \ \ LOCKINGTAB TORX PILOT BURNER TAB SCREW TUBE TUBEFIGURE 28.27
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEThese guidelines should be used by a qualified service agent. Call Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1-800-469-4663) for assista
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (Continued)These guidelines should be used by a qualified service agent. Call Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1-800-469-4663)
^WARNINGRead and understand instruction manual and safety messages before installing, operating or servicing this water heater.Failure to follow instr
HYDROSENSE GAS WATER HEATER153.334430 40 Gallon153.334530 50 GallonBURNER ASSEMBLY17GAS CONTROL VALVE ASSEMBLYModel NumbersKey No. Part Description 15
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12 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ON WATER HEATERFor twelve years from date of purchase, if this water heater is installed and operated in a single family home
TABLE OF CONTENTSSAFE INSTALLATION, USE AND SERVICE ...
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESThank You for purchasing a Kenmore water heater. Properly installed and maintained, it should give you years
MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOl-S NEEDEDMaterials NeededTo simplify the installation Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may n
TYPICAL INSTALLATIONGET TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELSA Vent Pipe J Drip Leg (Sediment Trap) S Flue BaffleB Draft Hood K Inner Door T Thermost
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSRemoving the Old Water Heater© Turn “OFF” the gas supply to thewater heater.If the main gas line shut-off valve serving
Facts to Consider About the LocationDevices that will turn off the gas supply to a gas water heater while at the same time shutting off it
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