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Use & Care Guide
Model

No.

153.330250

40 Gallon

Tall

153.330270

50 Gallon

Tall

LOW LEAD
COMPLIANT

I._EXPOSED
_

PITTED ANODE

•

,_SUPPORT

ROD _----_

FIGURE

WIRE

Anode deterioration
depends on water conductivity,
not
necessarily water condition. A corroded or pitted anode rod
indicates high water conductivity and should be checked and/

or replaced more often than an anode rod that appears to be intact.
Replacement of a depleted anode rod can extend the life of your
water heater. Inspection should be conducted by calling the Sears
Service Center for an authorized contractor. The anode rod should

It is recommended that the tank be drained and flushed every 6
months to remove sediment which may build up during operation.
The water heater should be drained if being shut down during
freezing temperatures.
steps:

be checked after a maximum of three years of use, then annually
until the condition of the anode rod dictates the replacement of it.
NOTE: Artificially softened water requires the anode rod to be
inspected annually.

Temperature-Pressure
The temperature-pressure
at least once a year.

Relief Valve Operation

relief valve must be manually operated

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Turn off the gas to the water heater at the manual gas
shut-off valve.

2.
3.

Open a nearby hot water faucet until the water is no longer hot.
Close the cold water inlet valve.

Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate it to an
adequate drain or external to the building.

Open the water heater drain valve and allow all of the water
to drain from the tank. Flush the tank with water as needed
to remove sediment.

Close the drain valve, refill the tank, and restart the heater
as directed in this manual.

• Burn hazard
° Hotwater discharge.

To drain the tank, perform the following

If the water heater is going to be shut down for an extended
period, the drain valve should be left open.

• Keep clear of relief valve
discharge outlet.

IMPORTANT: Condensation may occur when refilling the tank
and should not be confused with a tank leak.
Follow the lighting instructions in the Lighting section to restart
the water heater.

When checking the temperature-pressure relief valve operation,
make sure that (1) no one is in front of or around the outlet of
the temperature-pressure relief valve discharge line, and (2) that
the water discharge will not cause any property damage, as the
water may be extremely hot, see Figure 33.

Drain Valve Washer

Replacement

(See Figure 34)
1. Turn "OFF" gas supply to water heater.
2. Follow "Draining" instructions.

TEMPERATURE-PRESSURE
RELIEF VALVE

3. Turning counter clockwise ( _

), remove the cap.

4. Unscrew the stem by turning it counter clockwise (('_),
remove it from the drain valve body.

and

5. Remove the bottom washer and put the new one in place.
DISCHARGE

6. Re-insert the stem into the drain valve body and retighten the
cap to the body using a wrench. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.

PIPE

FIGURE

33.

7. Follow instructions in the Filling The Water Heater section.

If after manually operating the valve, it fails to completely reset
and continues to release water, immediately close the cold water
inlet to the water heater, follow the draining instructions, and
replace the temperature-pressure
relief valve with a new one.

8. Check for leaks.
9. Follow the lighting instructions in the Lighting section to restart
the water heater.

If the temperature-pressure
relief valve on the appliance weeps
or discharges periodically, this may be due to thermal expansion.
You may have a check valve installed in the water line or a water
meter with a check valve. Consult the Sears Service Center
for further information.
relief valve.

Do not plug the temperature-pressure

Draining
FIGURE

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34.

Service
• Burn hazard
• Hotwater discharge.

Before calling for repair service, read the Start Up Conditions
and Operational Conditions found in the Troubleshooting Guide
of this manual.

• Keep hands clear of drain
valve discharge.

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
27

(1-800-469-4663).

Start Up Conditions
HOT

Thermal Expansion

Property

Damage

(3)

WATER HEATER
COLD WATER
INLET FITTING

COLD

PRESSURE
REDUCING
VALVE WITH
BY-PASS

Hazard

• Avoid water heater damage.
• Install thermal expansion tank or device if necessary.

(2)
PRESSURE GAUGE

• Contact qualified installer or service agency.

INLET COLD
WATER SHUT-OFF

RECOMMEN DED INSTALLATION
(VERTICAL MOUNTING)

As water is heated, it expands (thermal expansion). In a closed
system, the volume of water wilt grow. As the volume of water
grows, there wilt be a corresponding increase in water pressure
due to thermal expansion. Thermal expansion can cause
premature tank failure (leakage). This type of failure is not
covered under the limited warranty. Thermal expansion can also
cause intermittent temperature-pressure
relief valve operation:
water discharged from the valve due to excessive pressure build
up. The temperature-pressure
relief valve is not intended for the
constant relief of thermal expansion. This condition is not covered
under the limited warranty.

WATER
COLD
INLET

HOT

HEATER
WATER
FITTING

FLOOR

COLD

A properly-sized thermal expansion tank should be installed
on all closed systems to control the harmful effects of thermal
expansion. Contact a plumbing service agency or your retail
supplier regarding the installation of a thermal expansion tank.

CEILING

ETC.

STRAPPING

(,>
PRESSURE

,,i

GAUGE

INLET
WATER

ALTERNATE
I

JOIST,

RECOMMENDED

(HORIZONTAL

COLD
SHUT-OFF

INSTALLATION

MOUNTING)

Table 1 : Thermal Expansion Tank Specifications
Tank
Model
Number

Capacity
In Gallons

Dimensions
in inches

FIGURE

Pipe
Fitting
On Tank

153.331020

Diameter
8 (203 mm)

Len_lth
12-3/4 (323 mm)

3/4" Male

153.331050

11 (279 mm)

14-3/4 (375 mm)

3/4" Male

Strange

Expansion
Tank
Capacity
Needed

Water Heater Capacity

Sounds

Possible noises due to expansion and contraction of some metal
parts during periods of heat-up and cool-down do not represent
harmful or dangerous conditions.
Condensation causes sizzling and popping within the burner area
during heating and cooling periods and should be considered
normal. See Condensation section.

Table 2: Expansion Tank Sizing Chart
Inlet*
Water
Pressure

35.

(Gallons)

40 psi

50 psi

60 psi

70 psi

80 psi

Draft Hood Operation

Burn Hazard
Do not touch vent.

*Highest recorded inlet water pressure in a 24 hour period or
regulated water pressure.
NOTE: Expansion tanks are pre-charged with
charge. If the inlet water pressure is higher
the expansion tank's air pressure must be
match that pressure, but must not be higher

Doing so can result in burns.

a 40 psi air
than 40 psi,
adjusted to
than 80 psi.

Check draft hood operation by performing a worst case
depressurization of 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 drawn toward the draft
hood after 15 minutes of burner operation, shut off water heater
and make necessary air supply changes to correct.
28

Condensation

lines. Contact Sears Service for further information concerning
an Anode Replacement Kit #9001453 and this Chlorination
Treatment. Anode replacement and chlorination of the tank are
not covered by the water heater's limited warranty.

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.

If the smelly water persists after the anode replacement and
chlorination treatment, it may be necessary to chlorinate or aerate
your water supply to eliminate the problem.

•

Burning gas produces
water vapor In water heaters,
particularly high efficiency models where flue temperatures
are lower.

Do not remove the anode leaving the tank unprotected. By
doing so, all warranty on the water heater tank is voided.

•

Large amounts of hot water are used in a short time and the
refill water in the tank is very cold.

Water

Temperature

Stacking occurs when a series of short draws of hot water
(3 gallons or less) are taken from the water heater tank. This
causes increased cycling of the burner and can result in
increased water temperatures at the hot water outlet.

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.

This water heater's temperature control has been designed
to accurately
regulate the water temperature.
However,
under certain operating conditions, the water temperature
may temporarily exceed the dial setting. Consequently, in
addition to setting the temperature no higher than 120°F,
we recommend the installation of a mixing valve or an
anti-scald device in the hot water supply line or at the point of use
to further reduce the risk of scald injury. These devices can be
obtained from a plumbing service agency or your retail supplier.

Excessive condensation can cause pilot outage due to water
running down the flue tube onto the main burner and putting
out the pilot.
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.

"AIR" In Hot Water Faucets

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.

Explosion

• Keep all ignition sources
away from faucet when
turning
on hot water.

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.

Smelly

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 wilt 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.

Conditions

Odor

In each water heater there is installed at least one anode rod (see
parts section) for corrosion protection of the tank. Certain water
conditions wilt cause a reaction between this rod and the water.
The most common complaint associated with the anode rod is
one of a "rotten egg smell". This odor is derived from hydrogen
sulfide gas dissolved in the water. The smell is the result of four
factors which must all be present for the odor to develop:
•

a concentration

Safety

of sulfate in the supply water.

Shut-Off

This water heater is equipped with an automatic gas shutoff
system. This system works when high water temperatures are
present. The high temperature shutoff is built into the gas control
valve. It is non-resettable. If the high temperature shutoff activates,
the gas control valve must be replaced. Turn "OFF" the entire gas
supply to the water heater and contact your gas supplier.

• little or no dissolved oxygen in the water.
• a sulfate reducing bacteria within the water heater. (This
harmless bacteria is non-toxic to humans.)
•

Hazard

• Flammable
hydrogen
gases may be present.

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.

Operational

Stacking

an excess of active hydrogen in the tank. This is caused by
the corrosion protective action of the anode.

This water heater is designed to automatically shut-off in the
event of the following:
1. The pilot flame is extinguished for any reason.

Smelly water may be eliminated or reduced in some water heater
models by replacing the anode(s) with one of tess active material,
and then chlorinating the water heater tank and all hot water
29

2. Thewatertemperature
exceeds
189°F
(87°C).
3. Excessive
contaminants
inthecombustion
chamber.
4. Theignition
offlammable
vapors.
Athermopile
isused
todetermine
ifapilotflameispresent
and
willshutoffthegassupply
tothemain
burner
andpilotifthe
flameisabsent.
Thisunitisalsoequipped
witha combustion
chamber
temperature
sensor.
Thissensor
willshutoffthegas
supply
totheburner
iftint,dust,orothercontaminants
pollute
theburner.
Ifthegascontrol
valve/thermostat
shuts
offthegas
supply,
check
thediagnostic
flashcode
andrefertothe"Status
Light
Troubleshooting
Chart."Ifnecessary,
alsorefertothe
"Troubleshooting
Guide."
Also,atemperature
limitswitch
orECO(Energy
CutOff)sensor
located
inthegascontrol
valve\thermostat
isusedtoshut
offthewaterheater
ifthewatertemperature
exceeds
189°F
(87°C).
TheDiagnostic
Status
Light
willflashacodeindicating
an"Overheat
Failure"
(4Flashes).
See"Operating
the
Temperature
Control
System."
IftheECOhasfunctioned,
the
gascontrol
valve/thermostat
should
bereplaced
byaqualified
technician.
Contact
Sears
Service
forservice
information.
IftheDiagnostic
Status
Lightindicates
an"LDOOccurrence"
(10Flashes),
refertothe"Status
LightTroubleshooting
Chart."

Leakage Checkpoints

Readandunderstand
instruction
manualandsafetymessages
beforeinstalling,
operating
or
servicing
thiswater
heater.
Failure to follow instructions
and
safety messages
could result in
death or serious injury.

Instruction Manual must remain
with water heater.

Read this manual first. Then, before checking the water heater,
make sure the gas supply has been turned "OFF", and never
turn the gas "ON" before the tank is completely full of water.
Never use this water heater unless it is completely filled with
water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank must be filled
with water. Water must flow from the hot water faucet before
turning "ON" gas to the water heater.
A,

Water at the draft hood is water vapor which has
condensed out of the combustion products. This is
caused by a problem in the vent. Contact a qualified
technician.

*Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or
pipe connections may be leaking.

*The anode rod fitting may be leaking.

Small amounts of water from temperature-pressure
relief
valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water
pressure in your area.

*The temperature-pressure
the tank fitting.

Water from a drain valve may be due to the valve being
slightly opened.

relief valve may be leaking at

G. *The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.
H,

Combustion products contain water vapor which can
condense on the cooler surfaces of the tank. Droplets
form and drip onto the burner or run on the floor. This is
common at the time of start-up after installation and when
incoming water is cold.
Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be
from condensation, loose connections, or the relief valve.
DO NOT replace the water heater until a full inspection
of all possible water sources is made and necessary
corrective steps taken.

Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or ground
seepage should also be checked.
To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton
swab between jacket opening and fitting. If cotton is wet,
follow draining instructions in the "Draining" section and then
remove fitting. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the threads
and replace. When you are finished, follow the steps in
"Filling the Water Heater" in the Installation Instructions
earlier in this manual.

6" MAXIMUM
AIR GAP

FIGURE 36.
3O

PROBLEM

POSSIBLE CAUSE(S)

CORRECTIVE ACTION

BURNER WILL NOT IGNITE

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Pilot not tit
Thermostat set too low
No gas
Dirt in the gas lines
Pilot line clogged
Main burner line clogged
Non-functioning thermopile
Non-functioning thermostat
Heater installed in a confined area

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Light pilot
Turn temp. dial to desired temperature
Check with gas utility company
Notify utility-install trap in gas line
Clean, locate source and correct
Clean, locate source and correct
Replace thermopile
Replace thermostat
Provide fresh air ventilation

SMELLY WATER

Sulfides in the water

Replace the anode with a special anode
Provide ventilation to water heater
Check with gas utility company
Clean, locate source and correct
Clean, locate source and correct
Proper fresh air ventilation
Clean or replace orifice
Replace igniter pilot assembly
Seat connector firmly in socket
Bleed the air from the gas line
Do not attempt to relight if the red light is
tit and the pilot flame is not visible through
the view port. Wait until the red light is no
longer tit, then follow lighting instructions
on the water heater.
Check with gas utility company
Check with gas utility company
Notify utility-install dirt trap in gas line
Locate source and correct

BURNER FLAME YELLOWLAZY

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

insufficient secondary air
Low gas pressure
Flue clogged
Main burner line clogged
Heater installed in a confined area
Obstruction in main burner orifice

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

PILOT WILL NOT LIGHT OR
REMAIN LIT

1.
2.
3.
4.

Non-functioning igniter
Thermopite connection loose
Air in gas line
Proper Lighting Sequence not followed.
Gas Control / Temperature Knob was not
held in for sufficient time.

1.
2.
3.
4.

5.
6.
7.
8.

Low gas pressure
No gas
Dirt in gas lines
Cold drafts

5.
6.
7.
8.

9.
10.
11.
12.

ECO switch open
Pilot line or orifice clogged
Non-functioning thermopite
Air for combustion obstructed

9.
10.
11.
12.

HIGH OPERATION COSTS

INSUFFICIENT

HOT WATER

SLOW HOT WATER
RECOVERY

13. Flammable vapors incident, FVIR function
utilized

Replace gas control valve/thermostat
Clean, locate source and correct
Replace thermopile
See maintenance section for inspection
and cleaning of flame trap
13. Eliminate flammable vapor source(s),
Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME _ (1-800-469-4663)

1.
2.

Thermostat set too high
Sediment or lime in tank

1.
2.

3.
4.

Water heater too small for job
Wrong piping connections

3.
4.

5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Leaking faucets
Gas leaks
Wasted hot water
Long runs of exposed piping
Hot water piping in exposed wall

5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

1.
2.

Thermostat set too tow
Sediment or lime in tank

1.
2.

3.
4.

Water heater too small
Wrong piping connections

3.
4.

5.
6.
7.
8.
9.

Leaking faucets
Wasted hot water
Long runs of exposed piping
Hot water piping in outside wall
Low gas pressure

5
6.
7.
8.
9.

insufficient secondary air

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Flue clogged
Low gas pressure
Improper calibration
Thermostat set too tow
Water heater too small
Wrong piping connections

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.

Wasted hot water

Set temperature dial to lower setting
Drain/flush-provide water treatment
if needed
Install adequate heater
Correct piping-dip tube must be in
cold inlet
Repair faucets
Check with utility-repair at once
Advise customer
Insulate piping
Insulate piping
Turn temperature dial to desired setting
Drain/flush-provide water treatment if
needed
Install adequate heater
Correct piping-dip tube must be in cold
inlet
Repair faucets
Advise customer
Insulate piping
Insulate piping
Check with gas utility company
Provide ventilation to water heater. Check
flue way, flue baffle, and burner
Clean flue, locate source and correct
Check with gas utility company
Replace thermostat
Turn temperature dial to desired setting
Install adequate heater
Correct piping-dip tube must be in cold
inlet
Advise customer

DRIP FROM RELIEF VALVE

Excessive water pressure

2.
3.

Heater stacking
Closed water system

2.
3.

Use a pressure reducing valve and relief
valve
Lower the thermostat setting
See "Closed System/Thermal Expansion"

1.
2.

Replace thermostat
Replace thermostat
Provide ventilation to water heater. Check
flue way, flue baffle, and burner
Clean, locate source and correct
Provide fresh air ventilation

THERMOSTAT
SHUT-OFF

FAILS TO

1.
2.

Thermostat not functioning
Improper calibration

COMBUSTION

ODORS

Insufficient secondary air

2.
3.

Flue clogged
Heater installed in a confined area

2.
3.

Insufficient secondary air

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Low gas pressure
Flue clogged
Thermostat not functioning properly
Heater installed in a confined area
Burner flame yellow-lazy

2.
3.
4.
5.
6.

Provide ventilation to 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"

CONDENSATION

Temperature setting too low

Increase the temperature setting

BURNER FLAME FLOATS
AND LIFTS OFF PORTS

1.
2.
3.

Orifice too large
High gas pressure
Flue clogged

1.
2.
3.

Cold drafts

Replace with correct orifice
Check with gas utility company
Clean flue and bumer-locate source and
correct
Locate source and correct

BURNER FLAME TOO HIGH

Orifice too large

Replace with correct orifice

PILOT FLAME
TOO SMALL

1.
2.

Pilot line or orifice clogged
Low gas pressure

1.
2.

Clean, locate source and correct
Check with gas utility company

SMOKING AND CARBON
FORMATION (SOOTING)

properly

LED STATUS

PROBLEM

CORRECTIVE

ACTION

0 FLASHES (LED NOT LIT)

Pilot light is not tit. Not enough
power (millivolts) to keep it lit.

Follow the lighting instructions on the front of
the water heater and record any diagnostic
codes. See Status Light Codes section.

1 FLASH (EVERY 3 SECONDS)

Normal operation.

No corrective action necessary.

2 FLASHES

Insufficient power (mittivolts) to the
gas control valve/thermostat.

Check all wiring connections.
persists proceed to step 2.

Replace the thermopite. If you feel
uncomfortable with this procedure,
contact a qualified technician.

If problem

4 FLASHES

High water temperature has
activated the over heat sensor,

Replace the gas control valve/thermostat. If
you feel uncomfortable with this procedure,
contact a qualified technician.

5 FLASHES

Water temperature sensor failure

Replace the gas control valve/thermostat. If
you feel uncomfortable with this procedure,
contact a qualified technician.

7 FLASHES

Gas Control Valve/Thermostat
failure,

Replace the gas control valve/thermostat.
If
you feel uncomfortable with this procedure,
contact a qualified technician.

8 FLASHES

This condition only appears if the
gas control/temperature knob has
been turned off and the thermopile
continued to produce electric
power. This condition can occur
if the thermopite does not cool
down as quickly as expected when
the unit is shut off. This condition
can also occur if the gas control/
temperature knob has been turned
off and the pilot continues to
operate because the pilot valve is
stuck in the open position.

Make sure that the gas control valve/
thermostat knob is set to OFF. Wait one
minute. Remove the outer door. Look through
the sight glass for a pilot flame. If a pilot
flame is observed with the gas control valve/
thermostat knob set to the OFF position, the
pilot valve is stuck open. Turn the main gas
supply OFF. Replace the gas control valve/
thermostat. If you feel uncomfortable with this
procedure, contact a qualified technician.

Combustion chamber temperature
sensor circuit is open or shorted

Check all connections. If the problem
persists, proceed to step 2.

Replace the temperature sensor. If you
feel uncomfortable with this procedure,
contact a qualified technician. If the
problem persists, proceed to step 3.

Replace the gas control valve/thermostat.
If you feel uncomfortable with this
procedure, contact a qualified technician.

Reset the system by following these steps:
1.) Turn the temperature adjustment knob
to OFF. 2.) Unplug the thermopite plug
from the gas control valve/thermostat. 3.)
Wait for about three minutes. 4.) Plug
the thermopile plug back into the gas
control valve/thermostat.
5.) Turn the
temperature adjustment knob to PILOT
and restart the water heater as directed
in this manual. If the problem persists,
proceed to step 2.
Follow the procedure outlined in "Cleaning
the Combustion Chamber and FlameTrap." If the problem persists, proceed to
step 3.
Shut off the gas supply to the water heater
and contact Sears Service:
1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663).

9 FLASHES

10 FLASHES

LDO occurrence was detected
in the combustion chamber
(contaminants)

If the pilot flame is not observed when the gas
control valve/thermostat knob is set to the OFF
position, wait 10 minutes for the thermopite
to cool, then attempt to relight the pilot by
following the lighting instructions on the water
heater's label. If this condition returns, replace
the gas control valve/thermostat. Contact a
qualified technician if you are uncomfortable
with this procedure.

Section A: Pilot light will not light (new installation).
Is the manual gas shut-off valve,
located in the supply line to the
water heater, in the on position?
YES

Section C: Pilot light will not remain lit.

/
lbmTurn the manual gas shut-off valve to
I
_ NO _
the on position and follow the lighting
1
" l instructions on the front of the water heater.

air. ]
!

Are the combustion air supply and ventilation openings
of sufficient size? See "Combustion Air Supply and
Ventilation" section in this manual for requirements.

ther_ea furnace/air
YES

this manual.

|
|

YES

I Is there proper drafting at the /
_'

drafthood? See "Draft H°od

/Check

yF=S

i
i

Section B: Pilot light repeatedly goes out.

lexcessiv_e lint, dirt, dust or oil?
YES

Does the flame-trap
show signs of
discoloration?
YES

Refer to the "Maintenance
NO,-_,

Shut-off the gas supply to the water heater at
I
I the manual gas shut-off valve, then contact Sears I
I Service at 1-8004-MY-HOME _ (1-8004694663)
I

"_IP"
Does the diagnostic status light on the i
gas control valve/thermostat give
a two flash error code?

YES

Go to section C. i

Refer to the "Replacing the Pilot/Thermopile
Assemby
nstructons n the manua.

IReassemble

ithe

vent termination
I
height. Refer to the
i
i"lnstallation
Instructions"
isection
of this manual for

requirements.

NOTE: If you are still experiencing
difficulties after
following the steps in sections A, B, and C, contact
Sears Service at 1-800-4-MY-HOME ® (1-800-469-4663).

i Set to desired temperature,

Contact Sears Service at
1-8004-MY-HOME ®(1-8004694663),

Reassemble the heater and attempt to
return the heater to service. Does the
pilot remain lit?

the vent

F"Iobstructions
andcheck

ispecific

your Water Heater" section of this
manual for information on cleaning
the flame-trap and burner.

service provider to correct
the combustion air supply/
ventilation issue.

_ NO m_4 system f°r restricti°ns/

IOperation
'' sectionof manual,/

.Jk

Isufficient air.

"l"

of
to allow

handler in the same room as the water heater? I

todes,red
i
S stem
secton
othsmanua.
I iSet
thermostat
temperature.
÷

Remove the burner door

•lCorrectsize
iNOi_lopenings

Does the return air duct for the furnace/
air handier draw its air from a separate
IContact a local Heating,
location than the water heater? Refer to
• IVentilation, Air-Conditioning
the "Installation Instructions" section of
iNOn_&
Refrigeration authorized

Follow the "Testing the igniter

assembly. Are the flame-trap and
burner free from debris due to

"F"
iNOiils

iiYEs-_

combustion

YES

Have you bled all the air "
JWhile repeatedly depressing the igniter
from the pilot tube and
liNOi_lbutton,
push in and hold the gas control/
gas supp y ne?
1
--Itemperature
knob until the pilot is lit and
maintains a stable flame, (status light
YES
will blink) then release the gas control/
temperature knob.
i spark?Is
the igniter producing a

Check for insufficient

and restore to service, i

KENMORE ULTRA LOW NOx
GAS WATER HEATER

153.330250

40 Gallon

153.330270

50 Gallon

Alternate anode
location for tc
T&P
Anode location
for side

Key No.

*
**
***

Part Description

153.330250

153.330270

185917-001

Heat Trap (Cold) - Some Models

9003915

Heat Trap (Hot) - Some Models

9003915

Cold Water Dip Tube

9002432

Anode

9003892

T & P Relief Valve (Located

9000071

Drain Valve

9000254

Gas Control

Outer Door

Pilot/Thermopile

Burner Door Assembly

12"

Manifold

Draft Hood

Rod
Top Or Side)

Valve/Thermostat

Assembly

700795-018

9007633

9007656

9007657

Clip

9006449

Burner Door Gasket

9006141

Viewport

9006142

Thermopile

9007630

Temperature

9007634

Flexible Manifold

18*

Instruction

(Natural

Gas)

9007631

700795-018

Nox)**

Component

(Natural

9007631

Gas/Low

Block With Retainer

Assembly

Sensor
Tube***

Manual

9006445

319589-002

Not Shown.
Includes Inner Door Gasket
Flexible manifold tube sold as a separate part (burner not included).

Now that 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-MY-HOME
<_(1-800-469-4663).
Be sure to
provide all pertinent facts when you call or visit.
WHEN
ORDERING
REPAIR
FOLLOWING
INFORMATION:

PARTS,

ALWAYS

GIVE

•

MODEL

NUMBER

•

SERIAL

NUMBER

•

TYPE GAS - NATURAL

•

PART DESCRIPTION

THE

THIS IS A REPAIR PARTS LIST, NOT A PACKING LIST.

Your Home
For troubleshooting,

product manuals and expert advice:

www.managemylife.com

For repair - in your home - of all major brand appliances,
lawn and garden equipment, or heating and cooling systems,
no matter 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
Call anytime,

(1-800-469-4663)

day or night (U.S.A. and Canada)

www.sears.com

www.sears.ca

Our Home
For repair of carry-in items like vacuums, lawn equipment,
and electronics, call anytime for the location of your nearest
Sears Parts & Repair Service

1-800-488-1222

(U.S.A.)

1-800-827-6655

agreement

(U.S.A.)

Para pedir servicio de reparaci6n
a domicilio, y para ordenar piezas:

1-888-SU-HOGAR
(1-888-784-6427)
www.sears.com

1-800-469-4663

(Canada)

www.sears.ca

www.sears.com

To purchase a protection

Center

on a product serviced

by Sears:

1-800-361-6665

(Canada)

Au Canada pour service

en fran(_ais:

1-800-LE-FOYER

M°

(1-800-533-6937)
www.sears.ca

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