Kenmore 153330220 gas water heater Parts

The most common gas water heater problem is the pilot light going out or not staying lit, which stops the burner from heating water. On Kenmore model 153330220, pilot outages are often tied to combustion air, venting and condensation issues, or a failing pilot/thermocouple system; see the lighting and safety steps in the owner's manual.

• Confirm the tank is completely full before turning gas on; run a nearby hot faucet until water flows steadily.
• If the pilot goes out after a lot of hot water use, watch for condensation dripping and “sizzling” sounds near the burner.
• Check for signs of poor draft at the draft hood (flue gases must draft properly during burner operation).
• Make sure any vent damper allows proper drafting and is certified for the correct standard.
• If you smell flue gases or suspect venting problems, stop using the heater and have venting corrected by a qualified technician.

If troubleshooting points to a component failure (not venting), these model-specific parts are commonly involved:

• Water heater pilot assembly 100093972 (pilot and thermocouple function)
• Draft hood 100111362 (supports proper vent draft)
• Water heater temperature and pressure relief valve 100108279 (addresses leaking or discharge concerns)

A pilot that will not stay lit is more than a “no hot water” issue; it can be triggered by condensation and venting problems. Proper draft is essential to move combustion products safely out of the home, and the manual’s fill and venting guidance helps prevent nuisance shutdowns and unsafe operation.

You can also look up additional replacement parts for Kenmore 153330220 by searching on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

For your Kenmore 153330220 gas water heater, the age is determined by decoding the serial number on the rating plate. The serial format varies by manufacturer, so the most reliable method is to match your serial number pattern to the decoding instructions in the 153330220 owner's manual.

Look for the rating plate label on the water heater jacket (outer tank). It typically lists:

• Model number (153330220)
• Serial number
• Gas type (often natural gas)
• Capacity and input rating
• Certification and safety information

Most water heater serial numbers encode a manufacture date in the first few characters. Common patterns include:

• YYWW: year and week (example: 2315 = week 15 of 2023)
• YYMM: year and month (example: 2307 = July 2023)
• Letter + numbers: letter indicates month, numbers indicate year (letter-to-month charts vary)
• WWYY: week and year (less common)

• Write the serial number exactly as shown (include letters).
• Identify whether the first characters look like a date (two digits, then two digits).
• If there are letters, treat them as possible month codes.
• Confirm the pattern using the decoding guidance in the manual.

Knowing the manufacture date helps you plan maintenance and replacement. For example, an aging water heater is more likely to need service parts such as a water heater pilot assembly 100093972 or a water heater temperature and pressure relief valve 100108279, depending on symptoms.

Your water heater can be “older” than the warranty start date if it sat in inventory before purchase.

If you are checking coverage, use your purchase documentation and the warranty section in the 153330220 owner's manual.

You can also look up replacement parts by model number on this page, or search by model on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

On the Kenmore 153330220 gas water heater, the main parts include the venting pieces, water inlet and outlet connections, corrosion and safety devices, and the gas ignition and burner system that heats the tank. The owner's manual shows the labeled parts list for this model.

Most natural-gas tank water heaters like the Kenmore 153330220 include:

• Draft hood: helps vent combustion gases
• Heat trap nipples: reduce heat loss at hot and cold connections (some models)
• Cold water dip tube: directs incoming cold water to the bottom
• Anode rod: slows tank corrosion
• Temperature and pressure (T&P) relief valve: safety valve for excess pressure/temperature
• Drain valve: used for draining and flushing
• Gas control valve/thermostat: regulates gas flow and water temperature
• Pilot/thermopile and burner: ignition and flame for heating

Here are examples of parts listed for Kenmore 153330220:

Identifying the correct component helps you troubleshoot symptoms (no hot water, pilot won’t stay lit, leaking discharge tube) and order the right replacement for your Kenmore model.

• Turn the gas control to OFF before servicing gas components
• Check gas connections with a soapy water solution only
• Keep the tank completely full of water before operating

To order additional parts by model number, use the parts list for this model or search on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026

Yes. Kenmore gas water heaters like model 153330220 are repairable when the failure is a serviceable part (pilot, burner, valves, gaskets, vent components). We follow the safety, lighting, and inspection steps in the 153330220 owner's manual and use a qualified technician for gas and venting work.

Most no-hot-water and minor leak complaints trace to replaceable components.

• Pilot will not stay lit: pilot/thermocouple issues
• Burner will not light or burns poorly: burner or air supply problems
• Drips from a valve or discharge tube: relief valve or drain valve issues
• Drafting problems: vent obstructions or damaged draft hood
• Flood-damaged unit: replace the water heater (the manual directs replacement, not repair)

These parts are listed for Kenmore 153330220 and often solve common symptoms:

• Water heater pilot assembly 100093972 for pilot ignition and flame-sensing issues
• Water heater burner assembly 100346612 for burner ignition/combustion problems
• Water heater temperature and pressure relief valve 100108279 if the T&P valve weeps or leaks
• Water heater drain valve 100108361 if the drain valve leaks or will not operate
• Draft hood 100111362 if the draft hood is damaged and draft is affected

Gas water heater repairs involve flame and venting. Correct draft and safe shutdown behavior are as important as replacing the right part.

You can order parts from the list for model 153330220, or search by model number on Sears PartsDirect.

Last updated: February 2026