WARNING
Thiswaterheatermust not be installed directly on carpeting.
Carpetin_ must be protected by a metal or woodpanel beneatl_
the appliance extendin_ beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at ieast 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet,the entire floor must
be covered by the panel. Failure to heed this warning may result in a fire hazard.
WARNING
A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the correct amount of air for combustion°Do not install in a confined area
suchas a closet, unless_ou provide air as shownin the "Locating TEe New Water Heater section°Never obstruct the flow of ven-
tilation air. If you have any doubts or questionsat all, call your gas company_Failure to provide the proper amount of combus- tion air can result in a fire or explosionand can cause DEATH,
SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.
WARNING
If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops,
cleanln_ establishments,or self-service laundries with dry clean- ing equipment, it is imperative that lhe water heater or water heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation air be
taken from ouLsidethese areas. Refer to the "Locating The New Water Heater" section of this manual and also the latest edition of
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.t, also referred to as
NFPA 54 for specificsprovided concerningair required.
WARNING
VENT DAMPERS - Any vent damper, whether it is operated ther- mally or otherwise must be removed if its use inhibits proper
drafting of the water heater.
Thermally Operated Vent Dampers: Gas-fired water heaters hav- ing thermal efficiency in excessof B0% may produce a relatively low flue gas temperature. Such temperatures may not be high enough to properly open thermally operated vent dampers. Tl_is woula causespillage of flue gasesandmay cause carbon monox- ide poisoning.
Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification as complying with the atest edition of American National Standard ANSI
Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67, respectively,cover electrically and mechanically actuated vent dampers)°Before installation of any vent damper, consult your local SearsService Center or the gas utitity for further information°
WARNING
I.The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be discon- nected from the gas supply piping systemduring any pressure testing of the gas system at test pressures in excess of '/_
pound-persquare inch (3_5kPa).
2.The appliance must he isolatedfrom the gas supplypiping sys- tem by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at tesl pres- suresequaSor lessthan '/2poundper squareinch (3_5kPa).
WARNING
SOotbuitd_i_pindicatesa pi-0blem that requires correction before
sooting can result in a fire or explosion causing DEATH, SERI-
OUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTYDAMAGE_
WARNING
The water heater with draft hood installed must be properly vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors. Never operate the water heater unlessit is vented to the outdoors and has ade-
quate air supply to avoid risks of improper operation, explosion or asphyxiatlon_
WARNING
Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present a serious heatth riskor asphyxiation.
WARNING
Chemical vapor corrosionof the flue and vent systemmay occur if air for combustioncontainscertain chemical vapors°Spray can
propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool cheml'cals,calcium and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach, and process chemicalsare typical com- pounds which are potentlally corrosive°
WARNING
Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater and combustible construction are 1" at the sidesand rear, 4" at the front, and 6"
from the vent pipe. Clearance from the top of the jacket is 18" on most models. Note that a lesser dimension may be allowed
on some models. Gas water heaters acceptable for use on com- bustible floors in an alcove or closeL Refer to the label on the
water heater adjacent to the gascontrol vaive for ali clearances.
WARNING
HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogengas can be produced in a hot water
systemthat has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable and explosive_To prevent the possibilityof injury under these condi- tions, we recommendthe hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink beforeany electrical appliances which are connected to the hot water system are used (such as a dish- washeror washingmachine). If hydrogengasis present, there will
probably be an unusual sound similar to air escapingthrough the pipe as the hot water faucet is opened. There must be no smoking
or open flame near the faucetat the time it is open°
WARNING
INSULATING JACKETS:When installing an external water heater insulation jacket on a gaswater heater:
a_ DO NOT coverthe temperature-pressurerelief valve°
b. DO NOT put insulation over any part of the top of the gas water heater.
c.DO NOT put insulation over the gas control valve or gas con- trol valve/burner cover,or any access areas to the burner.
d.DO NOT let insulation around the gas water heater to get within 8 inchesof the floor (air must get to the burner).
e.DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and safety related warning labels and materials affixed to the water heater.
Failure to heed this will result in the possibility of a fire or explosion.
WARNING
Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a SearsServiceTechnician to insp.ecttee appli- ance and to replace the gas control or any part of the burner sys- tem which hasbeen under water.
CAUTION
WATER HEATERSEVENTUALLY LEAK:Installation of the water
heater must be accomplished in such a re;inner lhat if tEi_tank Or
any connections should leak, the flow of water will not cause damage to the structure. When such locations cannot be avoid- ed, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain pansare available at your local Searsstore. Such a drain pan must be not greater than 1'/inches deep: have a mini-
mum length and width of at least2 inchesgreater than the water
heater dimensionsand must be piped to an adequate drain° The pan must not restrict combustion air flow. Under no circum- stances is the manufacturer or Sears to be hetd liable for any
water damagein connection with this water heater.