Kenmore 153.331592, 153.331492 Replacement Parts, External Inspection & Cleaning Base-Ring Filter

Replacement Parts

IMPORTANT: The following maintenance procedures are for the FVIR System components and should be performed by a qualified technician.

Replacement parts may be ordered from Sears Parts and Service Centers or by calling 1-800-4-MY-HOME (1-800-469- 4663). When ordering replacement parts, always have the following information ready:

1.model, serial, and product number

2.type of gas

3.item number

4.parts description

See the Parts Order List section for a list of available repair parts.

External Inspection & Cleaning of the

Base-Ring Filter

1.At least annually, check the base-ring filter (Figure 37) for any dust or debris that may have accumulated on the filter screen. NOTE: If the water heater is located in an area that is subjected to tint and dirt, it may 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 coot 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 accumulated on the filter. NOTE: If unable to inspect or clean the base-ring filter, follow the "Cleaning the Combustion Chamber and Flame-arrestor" instructions.

4, After the base-ring filter has been cleaned, follow the Lighting Instructions to return the water heater to service.

GAS CONTROL VALVE/

THERMOPILETHERMOSTAT

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MANIFOLD		PIECE
SCREWS	(2)	WIRE CONNECTOR

FIGURE 33.

5.Disconnect the following from the gas control valve/thermostat: thermopite plug, tank sensor plug, igniter wire plug, pilot tube, and manifold tube. (See Figures 32 & 33.)

6.Grasp the manifold tube and push down slightly to free the manifold and pilot tubes.

7.Carefully remove the manifold/burner assembly from the burner compartment. NOTE: Be sure not to damage internal parts.

Removing the Burner from the Manifold/

Burner Assembly

1, Take off the burner by removing the two (2) screws located underneath the burner.

2.Check the burner to see if it is dirty or clogged. The burner may be cleaned with soap and hot water (Figure 34).

(BOTTOM VIEW)

Removing the Manifold/Burner Assembly

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 (Figure 11). Note the position of the shut-off valve in the open/on position then proceed to turn it off.

2.Turn the temperature dial to the "OFF" position.

ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE

IGNITER , _ 'TANK SENSOR

THERMOPiLE _ \

PLUG PILOT MANIFOLD

TUBE TUBE

FIGURE 32.

3.Remove the outer door.

4.Remove the two screws securing the manifold door assembly to the combustion chamber (Figure 33).

SCREW_

BURNER

(BOTTOM VIEW)

FIGURE 34.

Replacing the Pilot/Pilot Tube Assembly

1.Remove the manifold assembly. See "Removing the Manifold/Burner Assembly."

2.Remove the retainer clip from the back of the two piece wire connector (using a flat blade screw driver), then remove the two piece wire connector from the manifold door (Figure 35).

IMPORTANT: Be careful not to bend or alter the position of the pilot tube. It will be used as a bending template for the new pilot assembly.

3.Remove the burner by removing the two (2) screws located beneath it. Keep the screws for future use.

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