Kenmore 153.33114, 153.33115 manual Removing and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat

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Removing and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat

IMPORTANT: The gas control valve/thermostat is a standard valve with wire leads that connect to a thermal switch.

Removing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat:

1.Turn the gas control/temperature knob to the "OFF" position See the "Lighting Instructions" on the front of the water heater or in this manual.

2.Turn off the gas at the manual shut-off valve on the gas supply pipe (Figure 11).

3.Drain the water heater. Refer to the section of "Draining and Flushing" and follow the procedure.

4.Disconnect the igniter wire from the igniter lead wire. Use needle nose pliers to disconnect the red (+) and white (-) thermopile wires. Disconnect pilot tube (7/16" wrench) and manifold tube (3/4" wrench) at the gas control valve/thermostat (Figure 33). NOTE: L.P. Gas systems use reverse (left-hand) threads on the manifold tube.

5.Refer to "Gas Piping" (Figure 11) and disconnect the ground joint union in the gas piping. Disconnect the remaining pipe from the gas control valve/thermostat.

6.To remove the gas control valve/thermostat, thread a section of 4" gas pipe into the inlet and use it to turn the gas control valve/thermostat (counterclockwise.) Do not use pipe wrench or equivalent to grip body. Damage may result, causing leaks. Do not insert any sharp objects into the inlet or outlet connections. Damage to the gas control valve/thermostat may result.

Gas Control Valve/Thermostat:

•Be sure to remove the pilot ferrule nut from the new gas control valve/thermostat.

•Turn the gas supply on and check for leaks. Test the water heater by brushing on an approved noncorrosive leak detection solution or a mixture of hand dish washing soap and water (one part soap to 15 parts water) or chitdrens soap bubble solution. Bubbles forming indicate a leak. Correct any leak found.

•Check the operation of the burner by following the "Lighting Instructions" on the front of the water heater or in this manual. With the burner tit, check the gas control valve thermostat supply line, manifold tube and pilot tube connections for leaks. Use an approved noncorrosive leak detection solution or a mixture of hand dish washing soap and water (one part soap to 15 parts water) or chitdrens soap bubble solution. Bubbles forming indicate a leak. Correct any leak found.

•Be sure tank is completely filled with water before lighting and activating the water heater. Follow the "Lighting Instructions" on the front of the water heater or in this manual.

•If additional information is required, Contact Sears at 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469-4663).

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FVIR System Operational Checklist

To replace the gas control valve/thermostat, reassemble in reverse order. When replacing the gas control valve/thermostat, thread a section of 4" gas pipe into the inlet and use it to turn the gas control valve/thermostat (clockwise.) DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN, damage may result.

•Be sure to use approved Teflon@ tape or pipe joint compound on the gas piping connections and fitting on the back of the gas control valve that screws into tank.

1.Manifold gasket properly sealed.

2.Viewport not damaged or cracked.

3.Flame-arrestor free of debris and undamaged.

4.Manifold component block properly installed.

5.No leaks at pilot and manifold connection.

6.Manifold door screws securely tightened.

7.Depress the button on the thermal switch.

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Contents Model No Sears Brands Management Corporation153.331140 40 Gallon 153.331150 50 Gallon 320391-000Important Definitions Read and follow water heater warnings and instructionsFire or Explosion Hazard Improper installation and use may result in property damageFire Hazard Explosion HazardVent Pipe System Draft Hood Installation InstallationVent Connectors 19-20 12-15Service OperatingtheTemperatureControlSystemLightingInstructions StartUpConditionsYear Limited Warranty on Water Heater Important Information About This Water Heater Excessive Weight HazardModel Materials Needed Temperatures shown are approximates and may vary Control/Temperature KnobVent Pipe Inner Door Status Mark LightInstallation Checklist Manual GAS Removing the Old Water HeaterSite Location Location RequirementsCarbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard Fire or Explosion HazardProperty Damage Hazard Insulation BlanketsBreathing Hazard Carbon Monoxide Gas All water heaters eventually leakGas Requirements Filling the Water HeaterGas Piping Property Damage HazardGas Pressure Gas Pressure TestingLP Gas Only Explosion HazardUnconfined Space Carbon Monoxide WarningAll Air from Inside the Building Confined SpaceLouvers and Grilles All Air from OutdoorsVent Connectors Draft Hood InstallationVent Pipe Size Vent Pipe SystemVertical Exhaust Gas Vent Chimney ConnectionChimney as it may restrict the space between it Opposite wall of the chimney FigurePiping Installation Isectn 19 MGLLminimum Closed System/Thermal Expansion Temperature and Pressure Relief ValveLighting the Pilot Lighting InstructionsIf the Status Light Does Not Blink If the Pilot Does Not LightRefertothe UghtingInstructionsinthe Installation STOP!It is imyou readall safety lightingthe pilotPhone. Follow the gas supptiersinstructions IgniterGASCONTROLChecking the Draft Water Temperature RegulationBurner Flames Emergency Shut DownStatus Light Code Normal Flashes Operating the Temperature Control SystemBurner Inspection Vent System InspectionCarbon Monoxide and Fire Hazard Fiue gases may escape if ,vent pipe is not connectedAnode Rod Inspection HousekeepingDraining and Flushing Fire and Explosion HazardService External Inspection & Cleaning Base-Ring Filter Replacement PartsRemoving the Manifold/Burner Assembly Removing the Burner from the Manifold Burner AssemblyBurneran other Cleaning the Combustion Chamber and Flame-arrestorReplacing the Manifold/Burner Assembly Explosion HazardPiezoelectric Igniter System Removing the Gas Control Valve/Thermostat Removing and Replacing the Gas Control Valve/ThermostatExpansion Tank Sizing Chart Thermal Ex ansion Tank SpecificationsStart Up Conditions Strange SoundsOperational Conditions Safety Shut-off and Thermal SwitchCondensation AIR In Hot Water FaucetsBefore installing, operating or servicing this water heater Problem Blocked Water heater flue or vent systemExcessive Waterpressure Use Pressure Reducing Valve Thermostat Not functioning properly ReplaceThermopile is cooling Pilot light was recently extinguishedDown Normal OperationGas Control Valve failure Temperature Sensor Thermistor Is defective=N01 800-4694663Section Pilot light Repeatedly Goes out 153.331140 Gallon 153.331150 GallonModel Page MY-HOME

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