Kenmore 33125 Owners Manual
Kenmore 33125 - Power Miser 12 Manual
 |
View all Kenmore 33125 manuals
Add to My Manuals
Save this manual to your list of manuals |
Kenmore 33125 manual content summary:
- Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 1
• Operation • Care and Maintenance . Troubleshooting . Parts List For Your Safety AN ODORANT iS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER. manual and safety messages before installing, operating or servicing this water heater. Failure to follow instructions and safety messages could result in - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 2
Your safety and the safety of others is extremely important in the installation, use and servicing of this water heater. Many safety-related messages and instructions have been provided in this manual and on your own water heater to warn you and others of a potential hazard. Read and obey all safety - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 3
after extended period of non-use. Read instruction manual before installing, using or servicing water heater. Fire Hazard For continued protection against riskof fire: -Do not install water heater on carpeted floor. -Do not operate water heater if flood damaged. Explosion Hazard • Overheated - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 4
INSTRUCTIONS ...8-17 Removing the Old Water Heater ...Facts to Consider About the Location ...Insulation Jackets ... 8 9-10 10 Combustion Air and Ventilation Appliances 25 Draining ... 25 Drain Valve Washer Replacement ... 25 Service ... 25 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ...26-30 Start Up Conditions - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 5
years of trouble free service. If you should decide that you want the new water heater professionally installed by Sears, call 1-8OO-4-MY-HOME e_'T. hey will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized contractors. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual: CSA - Canadian - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 6
Needed To simplify the installation, Sears has available the installation parts shown below. You may or may not need all of AND 5 GALLONS (18,9 LITERS) CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER. WATER HEATER iNSTALLATION KiT WITH FLEXIBLE CONNECTORS FOR 3/4" (19,06 ram) OR 1/2" - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 7
TO KNOW YOUR WATER HEATER - GAS MODELS A Vent Pipe B Drafthood C Anode D Hot Water Outlet E Outlet F Flexible Water Connections G Gas Supply H Manual Gas Shut-off Valve I Ground Joint Union J Drip Leg (Sediment K Inner Door L Outer door M Union N Inlet Water Shut-off O Cold Water Inlet P Inlet Dip - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 8
, also shut "OFF" the gas at each appliance. Leave all gas appliances shut "OFF" until the water heater installation is completed, see Figures 2 and 3. FIGURE 3, Q Turn "OFF" the water supply to the water heater at the water shut off valve or water meter. Some installations require that the - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 9
faucets after extended period of non-use. Read instruction manual before installing, using or servicing water heater. Prope_y Damage Hazard • AH water heaters eventually leak , Do not install without adequate drainage Installation of the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 10
Kenmore water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with respect to insulation and standby loss requirements, making an insulation blanket unnecessary. Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas - Install water heater in accordance with the instruction manual - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 11
opening shall have a minimum free area of 1 square inch per 4,000 BTU per hour (5.5 cm2/kW) of total input rating of all equipment in the enclosure. See Figure 12. CHIMNEY OR GAS VENT _.,_'(EAOH VENTiLATiON LOUVERS END OF ATT'C) AIR OUTLET _ WATER HEATER IIl ll LfJL ilq--I-NLE'TNAIRoDUsCT - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 12
limiting valves are available Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting. HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy space heating, clothes washing, dish washing, cleaning and other sanitizing needs - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 13
Troubleshooting Guide or contact local plumbing authority 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-electric unions or couplings be installed on this water heater - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 14
codes, but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as indicated in the above paragraph. The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water heater (150 psi = 1,035kPa) than the water heater - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 15
read and understand instruction manual the local gas supplier for further information. 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 - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 16
chemicals in vicinity of water heater. • Chemical corrosion of flue and vent system can cause serious injury" or death. • Contact a qualified installer or service agency. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or death Always read and understand instruction manual. Failure to have - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 17
ar_deF'stard r_st_uction m_r_uai Water heaters covered in this manual have been tested and appliance, producing carbon monoxide gas in excess of the safe limits. This could result in serious injury or death. Contact your local gas supplier for any specific changes that may be required in your area - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 18
, Im_diately cabyeargassupplierfroma neighb - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 19
or showering, Temperature limiting valves are available Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting. NOTE: Awater temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C) is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers. The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its lowest position - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 20
_ot store corrosive chemicals in the vicinity of water heater • Chemic! corrosion o_ flue and vent system can cause serious injury of death, Breathing cadxm monoxide can cause brain damage or death. A_ways read and understand instruct:ion manual CORRECT FLAME SOFT BLUE FIGURE 23, Inspect burner - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 21
to the water heater at the manual gas shut-off valve (Figure 3). 2. Turn the gas control knob on the combination gas control valve/thermostat clockwise to the "OFF" position (Figure 1). NOTE: Depress the dial stop on Robertshaw valve before turning the gas control knob. See Lighting Instructions on - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 22
piece wire connector section for easier removal/ service. 5. Position the new thermocouple through the Combustion Chamber and Flame Arrestor" section instructions. Flashligh L TWO PIECE WIRE CONNECTOR Burner Door Assembly" section. 2. Use a vacuum cleaner/shop vac to remove all loose debris in - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 23
Instructions". PILOT PILOT BRACKET ELEOTROD , m--SNAP-ON CONNTEHCETROMRO_ ELECTRODE FIGURE 31. Testing the Igniter System Turn off the gas to the water heater at the manual Replace the electrode if defective. NOTE: The electrode is part of the pilot assembly and cannot be replaced separately. - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 24
activating the water heater. Follow the "Operating Instructions" If additional information is required, contact Sears Service at: 1-800-4-MY-HOME _"(_1-800-469-4663). ® TEFLON is a registered trademark of E.I. Du Pont De Nemours and Company. Housekeeping Vacuum around base of water heater for dust - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 25
the Start Up Conditions and Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting of this manual. Guide 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 Center at: 1-800-4-MY-HOME _¢(1-800-469-4663 - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 26
be higher than 80 psi. Property Damage Hazard • Avoid water heater damage. • Install thermal expansion tank or device if necessary. = Contact qualified installer or service agency. Hr_r _,, r_ WATER HEATER r,n/r_ / COLD WATER -_v_%/,_ INLET FiTTiNG __ II (3) PRESSURE REDUCING VALVEWiTH BY - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 27
, and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all hot water lines. Contact Sears Service for further information concerning an 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 - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 28
PROBLEM BURNER WILL NOT IGNITE SMELLY WATER PILOT WILL NOT LIGHT POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) Pilot not lit Thermostat set too low No gas Dirt in the gas lines Pilot line clogged Main burner line clogged Non-functioning thermocouple Non-functioning thermostat Heater installed in a confined area See service - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 29
PROBLEM DRIP FROM RELIEF VALVE THERMOSTAT SHUT OFF COMBUSTION FAILS TO ODORS POSSIBLE CAUSE(S) 1. Excessive water pressure 2. Closed water Water heater flue or vent system blocked. 3. Heater installed in a confined area Natural Gas Burner" section of this manual. 1. Replace thermostat 2. Check with - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 30
m_. I withe soft bristle brush I _or vacuum cleaner ] _the $ water heater for a Flammable Vapor (FV) event, i If the flame arrestor show signs of discoloration, shut-off the gas supply to the water heater at the manual gas shut-off valve, then contact Sears Service at: 1-8O0-4-MY-HOMB ® (1-800 - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 31
18 Piezoelectric Igniter Button 19 Flexible Manifold Tube 20* Instruction Manual * Not Shown. ** Includes Inner Door Gasket Model Numbers you have purchased your gas water heater, should a need ever exist for repair parts or service, simply contact any Sears Service Center or call 1-800-4- - Kenmore 33125 | Owners Manual - Page 32
in a single-family home in accordance with the owner's manual instructions and all local applicable plumbing codes, Sears will: Supply free water heater parts for those that are defective in material or workmanship. Supply a free water heater for one that develops a leak. For the second through
-
1 -
2 -
3 -
4 -
5 -
6 -
7 -
8
-
9
-
10
-
11
-
12
-
13
-
14
-
15
-
16
-
17
-
18
-
19
-
20
-
21
-
22
-
23
-
24
-
25
-
26
-
27
-
28
-
29
-
30
-
31
-
32
 |
 |
Owner's
ManuaJ
®
POWER
MISERTM
12
ULTRA
LOW
NO×
GAS
WATER
HEATER
FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING
ONLY.
NOT SUITABLE
FOR SPACE HEATING.
NOT FOR USE iN MOBILE
HOMES.
MODEL
NO.
153.331242
40
Gallon
153.331252
50
Gallon
This
water
heater
meets
the
new
ANSI
Z21.10.1
standard
that
deals
with
the
accidental
or
unintended
ignition
of
flammable
vapors,
such
as those
emitted
by gasoline.
manual
and
safety
messages
before
installing,
operating
or
servicing
this water
heater.
Failure
to follow
instructions
and
safety
messages
could
result
in
death
or serious
injury.
Instruction
manual
must
remain
with
water
heater.
•
Safety
Instructions
•
Installation
•
Operation
• Care
and
Maintenance
.
Troubleshooting
.
Parts
List
For Your
Safety
AN ODORANT
iS ADDED
TO THE GAS USED
BY THIS
WATER HEATER.
WARNING:
if
the
information
in
these
instructions
is
not followed
exactly,
a fire
or explosion
may
result
causing
property
damage,
personal
injury
or death.
--Do
not
store
or
use
gasoline
or
other
flammable
vapors
and
liquids
in
the
vicinity
of this
or any other
appliance,
--
WHAT
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 supplier's
instructions.
• If you
cannot
reach
your
gas
supplier,
call the fire
department.
--Installation
and
service
must
be
performed
by
a
qualified
installer,
service
agency
orthe
gas
supplier.
Sears,
Roebuck
and
Co.,
Hoffman
Estates,
IL 60179
U.S.A
PRINTED
IN THE
U.S.A
0707
_tVVW,SeatS,COJ'_
PART NO.
186192-000