Kenmore ELITE 153.33264 - Manual (Page 26)

Water Heater Operation Checking the Draft
Figure 29 below shows the water heater’s sequence of operation
when a call for heat is initiated. The ignition control module will
attempt to light the burner three times. If the ignition control does
not detect ignition it will enter lockout mode, indicated by display
flashing status code (see status code 3 page 38 and/or status
code 8 page 39).
▲WARNING
Burn Hazard
Do not touch vent.
Doing so can result in burns.
SEQUENCE OF OPERATION 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 30). Make sure all other appliances in the
area are operating and all doors/windows are closed when
performing the draft test. Pass a match flame or smoke around
the relief opening of the draft hood. A steady flame or smoke
drawn into the opening indicates proper draft.
FIGURE 29.
Flue Products Vented
to Ouside of Building
Dilution Air
Draft Hood
Dilution Air
Match
Air is drawn in for
combustion. Keep
area clean and free
from combustibles
and flammable vapors.
6” Maximum
_J_ Air Gap
'Floor Drain
Outer Door
The water heater must be installed according to all local and state
codes or in the adsence of local and state codes, the “National Fuel
Code’” ANSI Z223.1 (NFPA 54)- current edition.
FIGURE 30.
If the flame flutters or is blown out, combustion products are escaping
from the relief opening. If this occurs, do not operate the water heater
until proper adjustments or repairs are made to the vent pipe system
and/or air supply requirements.
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