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- Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 1
40 Gallon 40 Gallon (LP) 50 Gallon 50 Gallon • 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. This water heater complies with ANSI Z21.10.1current edition regarding the - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 2
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 a building. Many gas suppliers also offer service and inspection of appliances within the building. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FLAMMABLES Flammable - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 3
vicinity of this or any other appliance. Avoid all ignition sources if you smell Natural or LP gas. Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas pressure. period of non-use. Read instruction manual before installing, using or servicing water heater. Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 4
USE AND SERVICE 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ...2-3 PRODUCT WARRANTY ...6 CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES ...7 PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS ...8 MATERIALS AND BASIC TOOLS NEEDED 9 TYPICAL INSTALLATION ...10 IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS WATER HEATER 11 Installation Checklist ...11 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ...12 - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 5
OPERATING YOUR WATER HEATER 23-25 Lighting Instructions ...23 Checking the Draft ...24 Burner Flames ...24 Emergency Shut Down ...24 Water Temperature Regulation ...24-25 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT ...26-28 Tank (Sediment) Cleaning ...26 Vent System Inspection ...26 Burner Inspection...26 Burner - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 6
by phone - we call it Rapid Resolution - phone support from a Sears representative on all products. Think of us as a "talking owner's manual." Sears Installation Service For Sears professional installation of home appliances, garage door openers, water heaters, and other major home items, in the - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 7
you years of trouble free service. If you should decide that you want the new water heater professionally installed by Sears call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®. They will arrange for prompt, quality installation by Sears authorized contractors. Abbreviations Found In This Instruction Manual: • CSA - Canadian - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 8
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS MODEL NUMBER TANK CAPACITY IN GALS (LTRS) TYPE OF GAS 153.339372 153.339432 153.339473 153.339482 153.339550 153.339572 30 (114) 40 (151) 40 (151) 40 (151) 50 (189) 50 (189) Natural Natural Natural Propane (L.P.) Natural Natural INPUT RATE (Btu/hr) 35,500 40,000 40,000 - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 9
parts shown below. You may or may not need all of these materials, depending on your type of installation. EXPANSION TANKS FOR THERMAL EXPANSION CONDITIONS AVAILABLE IN 2 GALLONS (7.6 LITERS) AND 5 GALLONS (18.9 LITERS) CAPACITY THROUGH LOCAL SEARS STORE OR SERVICE CENTER. WATER HEATER - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 10
THERMOSTAT: WHITE-RODGERS GAS CONTROL KNOB A INSTALL THERMAL EXPANSION TANK IF WATER HEATER IS INSTALLED IN A CLOSED WATER SYSTEM L M N B D WATER TEMPERATURE DIAL (ADJUSTING DIAL) E R F G H V S U I O VACUUM RELIEF VALVE *INSTALL PER LOCAL CODES P Q "OFF" POSITION "PILOT" POSITION TOP - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 11
service the water heater. See Clearances and Accessibility section of this manual. □ Water heater appliances in the same room, you need more make-up air. Refer to the "Installation Instructions , dryers, fireplaces, etc. □ Is there a furnace/air handler in the same room space as the water heater? If - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 12
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS Removing the Old Water Heater 4. 5 6 2 1 MANUAL GAS SHUT-OFF VALVE GROUND JOINT UNION CHECK WITH LOCAL UTILITY FOR MINIMUM HEIGHT DISCHARGE PIPE (DO NOT CAP OR PLUG) 5. 3" MINIMUM DRIP LEG 3 4 SUITABLE - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 13
appliance. Immediately call a qualified technician to inspect the appliance. Water heaters Hazard • Read instruction manual before installing, using or servicing water heater. • Improper systems, clothes dryers, fireplaces, etc., can affect the proper operation of the water heater. Special attention - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 14
loss encountered with storage tank heaters. Your Kenmore water heater meets or exceeds the National Appliance Energy Conservation Act standards with cover the instruction manual. Keep it on the side of the water heater or nearby for future reference. • Do obtain new warning and instruction labels - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 15
(if not already incorporated as part of the water heater) as shown. The drip leg must be no less than three inches long for the accumulation of dirt, foreign material, and water droplets. 3. Install a ground joint union between the gas control valve/ thermostat and the manual shut-off valve. This is - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 16
pressure less than 14" W.C., the water heater must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its manual shut-off valve. NOTE: Air may Before lighting an L.P. gas water heater, smell all around the appliance at floor level. If you smell gas, follow the instructions as given in the - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 17
refrigerants, and many other commercial and household products. When burned, vapors from these products form highly corrosive acid compounds. These products should not be stored or used near the water heater for all gas-using appliances. Unconfined Space A water heater in an unconfined space uses - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 18
, per 4000 BTUH Figure 15 Horizontal Ducts 1 sq. in, per 2000 BTUH Figure 16 Single Opening 1 sq. in, per 3000 BTUH Figure 17 Example: A water heater with an input rating of 50,000 BTUH using horizontal ducts would require each opening to have a minimum free area of 25 square inches. Minimum - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 19
water heater, be sure to use the draft hood supplied with this water heater. Vent Pipe Size It is important that you follow the guidelines in these instructions by sheet metal screws or other approved means. It must be supported to maintain clearances and prevent separation of joints and damage. • - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 20
to the water heater's draft hood by a listed vent connector or by directly originating at the draft hood opening. Vertical gas vents must terminate with a listed cap or other roof assembly and be installed according to their manufacturer's instructions. Gas vents must be supported to prevent - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 21
cold water supply lines is recommended for ease of removing the water heater for service or replacement. 3. The manufacturer of this water heater recommends Valve" on the water heater. A discharge line must be added to the opening of the T&P Relief Valve. Follow the instructions under "Temperature - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 22
stores and through the Sears Service Centers. Contact the local plumbing inspector, water supplier and/or the Sears Service Center for assistance in controlling these situations. (For additional information, see the Troubleshooting Guide later in this manual.) Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 23
OF VAPORS. Immediately phone in your building. call a qualified service technician to inspect the Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's appliance. Water heaters subjected to a phone. Follow the gas supplier's instructions. flammable vapors ignition will show a If you cannot reach - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 24
disabled are at highest risk for scald injury. Feel water before bathing or showering. Temperature limiting valves are available. Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting. Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30 - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 25
-PILOT-ON) INDEX BAR 155°F 150°F 140°F B C VHEORTY LIPGIHLTOITNG A TEMPERATURE DIAL 130°F 120°F TEMPERATURES SHOWN ARE APPROXIMATES AND MAY VARY. LOW Water Time for 1st Time for Permanent Burns Temperature Degree Burn 2nd & 3rd Degree °F (Less Severe Burns) (Most Severe Burns) 110 - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 26
, something is wrong. Call the local gas supplier to correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting before resuming operation of the water heater. In the event your burner needs cleaning, follow these instructions: If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required, turn - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 27
proper clearances from the water heater must be maintained. See "Installation Instructions." Combustible materials such as water, immediately close the manual gas shut-off valve and the cold water inlet valve and call the Sears Service Center. If the temperature-pressure relief valve on the appliance - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 28
be confused with a tank leak. 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 Center at: 1-800-4-MY - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 29
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 - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 30
when making the connection. Do not operate the water heater without the pilot orifice installed. 9. Install the and thermocouple. 6. Using the old pilot tube as a guide, bend the new pilot tube to match the old one. Manifold/ Burner Assembly." 2. Use a vacuum cleaner/shop vac to remove all loose - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 31
gasket if damaged. • Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, explosion, or fire. a seal. IMPORTANT: Do not operate the water heater if the door gasket does not create the pilot tube, locate the one provided with your parts kit. Install it in the gas control valve/thermostat at - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 32
parts. Removing the Gas Valve: 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 to the "OFF" position. See Lighting Instructions on the water heater. 4. Drain the water heater. Refer to the section of "Draining - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 33
the building. With all doors and windows closed, and with all air handling equipment and exhaust fans operating such as furnaces, clothes dryers, range hoods and bathroom fans, a match flame should still be drawn into the draft hood of the water heater with its burner firing. If the flame is not 33 - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 34
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 - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 35
. (See "Pilot Light Troubleshooting Flowchart" section.) Correct any issues prior to resetting the thermal switch. If you suspect a flammable vapor incident has occurred, do not use this appliance. Immediately call a qualified technician to inspect the appliance. Water heaters subjected to a flammable - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 36
correct 12. Replace thermocouple 13. See maintenance section for inspection and cleaning of flame arrester 14. Replace water heater, eliminate flammable vapors source. Contact Sears Service. 15. Inspect and clean base-ring filter. See "External Cleaning & Inspection of the Base-Ring Filter." HIGH - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 37
water heater. Check flue way, flue baffle, burner Check with gas utility company Clean, locate source and correct Replace thermostat Provide fresh air ventilation See "Burner Flame Yellow-Lazy" Increase the temperature setting. Refer to the "Condensation" sub-section of this manual's Troubleshooting - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 38
its air from a separate location than the water heater? See the "Location Requirements" and "Combustion Air NO Supply and Ventilation" sections in this manual. YES Contact a local Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration authorized service provider. Is there proper drafting at the - Kenmore 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 39
8 Inlet Tube w/ Gasket 9003473 9 Inner Door Gasket 9006141 10 Instruction Manual * 186497-002 11 Mag-Erad * 23600 12 Manifold Door Assembly 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 33976 | Owners Manual - Page 40
who made it, no matter who sold it! For the replacement parts, accessories and owner's manuals that you need to do-it-yourself. For Sears professional installation of home appliances and items like garage door openers and water heaters. 1-800-4-MY-HOME® (1-800-469-4663) Call anytime, day or night
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This water heater complies with ANSI Z21.10.1-
current edition regarding the accidental or
unintended ignition of
fl
ammable vapors, such
as those emitted by gasoline.
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Owner’s Manual
FOR POTABLE WATER HEATING ONLY.
NOT SUITABLE FOR SPACE HEATING.
NOT FOR USE IN MOBILE HOMES.
MODEL NO.
153.339372
30 Gallon
153.339432
40 Gallon Short
153.339473
40 Gallon
153.339482
40 Gallon (LP)
153.339550
50 Gallon
153.339572
50 Gallon
For Your Safety
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED BY THIS WATER HEATER.
• Safety Instructions
• Installation
• Operation
• Care and Maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Parts List
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