Kenmore ELITE 153.33264 User Manual download pdf (Page 34)

Whenever the water heater is filled with cold water, some

condensate will form while the burner is on. A water heater may

appear to be leaking when in fact the water is condensation. This

usually happens when:

• A new water heater is filled with cold water for the first time.

• Burning gas produces water vapor In water heaters,

particularly high efficiency models where flue temperatures

are lower.

• Large amounts of hot water are used in a short time and the

refill water in the tank is very cold.

Moisture from the products of combustion condense on the

cooler tank surfaces and form drops of water which may fall onto

the burner or other hot surfaces to produce a “sizzling” or “frying”

noise.

Because of the suddenness and amount of water, condensation

water may be diagnosed as a “tank leak”. After the water in the

tank warms up (about 1-2 hours), the condition should disappear.

Do not assume the water heater is leaking until there has been

enough time for the water in the tank to warm up.

An undersized water heater will cause more condensation.

The water heater must be sized properly to meet the family’s

demands for hot water including dishwashers, washing machines

and shower heads.

Excessive condensation may be noticed during the winter and

early spring months when incoming water temperatures are at

their lowest.

Good venting is essential for a gas fired water heater to operate

properly as well as to carry away products of combustion and

water vapor.

Condensation

Smoke Odor

It is not uncommon to experience a small amount of smoke and

odor during the initial start-up. This is due to burning off of oil

from metal parts, and will disappear in a short while.

Operational Conditions

“AIR” In Hot Water Faucets

Awarning

Explosion Hazard

Flammable hydrogen

gases may be present.

Keep all ignition sources

away from faucet when

turning on hot water.

HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water

system that has not been used for a long period of time (generally

two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable and

explosive. To prevent the possibility of injury under these conditions,

we recommend the hot water faucet, located farthest away, be

opened for several minutes before any electrical appliances

which are connected to the hot water system are used (such as a

dishwasher or washing machine). If hydrogen gas is present, there

will probably be an unusual sound similar to air escaping through the

pipe as the hot water faucet is opened. There must be no smoking

or open flame near the faucet at the time it is open.

Do not remove the anode, leaving the tank unprotected. By

doing so, all warranty on the water heater tank is voided.

Safety Shut-off and Thermal Switch

This water heater is designed to automatically shut-off in the

event of the following:

1. The burner flame is extinguished for any reason.

2. The water temperature exceeds 195°F (91°C).

3. Excessive build up of dust on the louvers of the air intake

chamber. See Maintenance of your Water Heater Section.

This unit is also equipped with a flammable vapor sensor (FV

Sensor), designed to shut off the gas supply in the event the

water heater has been exposed to flammable vapors (e.g.,

spilled gasoline). NOTE: If the FV-Sense senses the presence of

flammable vapors a special FV-Sense reset sequence is required

to be input into the Electronic Control Display in order to restore

operation of the water heater.

A high temperature limit switch or ECO (Energy Cut Off) in the tank

is used to shut off the unit if the water temperature exceeds 195°F

(91°C). The ECO is a single-use switch, which, if activated, requires

complete replacement of the entire gas control valve/thermostat. If

the ECO should activate, the water heater cannot be used until the

gas control valve/thermostat is replaced by a qualified technician.

Contact Sears Service 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (

www.sears.com).

Service

Before calling for repair service, please read the Troubleshooting

Guide in this manual. If a condition persists or you are uncertain

about the operation of the water heater, let the Sears Service

Center check it out. Contact Sears Service 1-800-4-MY-HOME®

(1-800-469-4663).

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