Kenmore 153.331140 User Manual

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Use & Care Guide
Model No.
153.331140 40 Gallon
153.331150 50 Gallon
Kenmore®
Gas Water Heater
For potable water heating only.
Not suitable for space heating.
Not for use in mobile homes.
INSTALLER: Affix these instructions to or near
the water heater.
OWNER: Retain these instructions for future
reference.
FOR YOUR SAFETY: An odorant is added to
the gas used by this water heater.
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instrucciones en español, puede solicitarlo al 1-800-821-2017. NO
TRATE DE INSTALAR U OPERAR ESTE CALENTADOR DE AGUA
SI NO ENTIENDE LAS INSTRUCCIONES. No hacer caso de esta
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ADVERTENCIA
P/N 320391-000 (1110)
Sears Brands Management Corporation,
Hoffman Estates, IL 60179 U.S.A.
www. kenmore.com
www.sears.com
LOW LEAD
COMPLIANT

Kenmore 153.331140 Specifications

General

Brand	Kenmore
Model	153.331140
Category	Water Heater
Language	English

Summary

Safe Installation, Use and Service

Important Definitions

Key terms for understanding the manual and safety.

Safety Precautions

Critical safety warnings and guidelines for safe operation.

Product Warranty

Customer Responsibilities

Important Information About This Water Heater

Installation Checklist

A checklist to ensure proper installation of the water heater.

Installation Instructions

Removing the Old Water Heater

Location Requirements

Site Location

Guidelines for selecting an appropriate and safe location for the water heater.

Gas Supply

Gas Requirements

Gas Piping

Guidelines for installing gas supply piping.

Combustion Air Supply & Ventilation

Confined Space

Vent Pipe System

Draft Hood Installation

Water System Piping

Piping Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing water piping.

Closed System/Thermal Expansion

Temperature and Pressure Relief Valve

Operating Your Water Heater

Lighting Instructions

Detailed steps for safely lighting the pilot and burner.

Water Temperature Regulation

Service and Adjustment

Vent System Inspection

Maintenance of Your Water Heater

Removing the Manifold/Burner Assembly

Troubleshooting Guide

Start Up Conditions

Common issues encountered during initial water heater startup.

Thermal Expansion

Draft Hood Operation

Troubleshooting Chart

Status Light and Diagnostic Code Troubleshooting Chart

Pilot Light Troubleshooting Flowchart