Kenmore Power Miser 6 Manual

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Piping  Installation                                                  
Piping, fittings, and valves should be installed according to the 
installation drawing (Figure 22). If the indoor installation area 
is subject to freezing temperatures, the water piping must be 
protected by insulation.
The water supply pressure should not exceed 80 psi. If this 
occurs, a pressure reducing valve with a bypass may need to 
be installed in the cold water inlet line. This should be placed 
on the supply to the...

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For protection against excessive pressures and temperatures, 
a temperature and pressure relief valve must be installed in the 
opening marked “T & P RELIEF VALVE.” (See Figure 24). This 
valve must be design certified by a nationally recognized testing 
laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of the production 
of listed equipment or materials as meeting the requirements 
for Relief Valves for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22. 
The function of the temperature and pressure relief valve is...

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Lighting  Instructions                                                   
Read and understand these directions thoroughly before 
attempting to light or re-light the pilot. Make sure the view port 
is not missing or damaged. (See Figure 32.)  Make sure the 
tank is completely filled with water before lighting the pilot. 
Check the rating plate near the gas control valve/thermostat for 
the correct gas. Do not use this water heater with any gas other 
than the one listed on the rating plate. If you...

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Checking  the  Draft                                                    
Burn harzard
Hot water discharge.
Keep   clear  of   relief  valve
discharge outlet.
After successfully lighting the water heater, allow the unit to operate 
for 15 minutes and check the draft hood relief opening for proper 
draft (Figure 26). Make sure all other appliances in the area are 
operating and all doors are closed when performing the draft test. 
Pass a match flame around the relief opening of the draft hood.  A...

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INDEX BAR
TEMPERATURE DIAL
160°F
WHITE RODGERS GAS VALVE
GAS CONTROL KNOB
(OFF-PILOT-ON)
150°F
140°F
130°F120°FTemperature  Time to Produce 2nd & 3rd
Settings Degree Burns on Adult Skin 
VERY HOT= approx. 160°F (71°C)  About 1/2 second
  C = approx. 150°F (66°C)  About 1-1/2 seconds
  B = approx. 140°F (60°C)  Less than 5 seconds
  A = approx. 130°F (54°C)  About 30 seconds
 = approx. 120°F (49°C)  More than 5 minutes
  LOW = approx.  80°F (27°C)
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 
NOTE:  During low...

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SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENT
Tank  (Sediment)  Cleaning                                                                                                                 
Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amount of 
noise, and if left in the tank will cause permanent tank failure.  In some 
water areas, you may not be able to drain all sediment deposits by 
simply draining the tank.  In these cases, Mag-Erad (part no. 23600) 
can be used to help remove the sediment deposits.  This may be...

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Housekeeping                                                                                                                                         
Vacuum around base of water heater for dust, dirt, and lint on 
a regular basis.
Fire and Explosion Harzard
Do not obstruct combustion air 
openings at the bottom of the 
water heater.
Do not use or store flammable
vapor products such as gasoline,
solvents or adhesives in the 
same room or area near water
heater or other appliance. 
At least annually,...

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down during freezing temperatures. To drain the tank, perform 
the following steps:
1.  Turn off the gas to the water heater at the manual gas shut-
off valve.
2.  Close the cold water inlet valve.
3.  Open a nearby hot water faucet.
4.  Connect a hose to the drain valve and terminate it to an 
adequate drain.
NOTE: The drain hose should be rated for at least 200°F. If the 
drain hose does not have this rating, open the cold water inlet 
valve and a nearby hot faucet until the water is no longer hot....

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MAINTENANCE OF YOUR WATER HEATER
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...

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7.  Route the new pilot tube, thermocouple, and igniter wire 
through the manifold/burner door opening. (Figure 34)
8.  Re-attach the pilot assembly to the pilot bracket and secure 
using the screw removed earlier.  
9.  Position the new pilot tube through the largest opening of 
the two piece wire connector. NOTE: The largest opening 
should be located at the top position. The igniter wire 
should be located in the middle opening and thermocouple 
in the bottom opening. (Figure 37)
TWO PIECE WIRE...