Kenmore 153.337613, 153.33796, 153.337862, 153.337562 ExVemelyflmmae d mqse. To preventthe pem

Safety Precautions

I A, WARNING J

The water heater with draft hood installed must be prop-[ erly vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors.] Never operate the water heater unlessit is vented to the] outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks of[

Improper operation, explosionor asphyxiation. [

AWARNING

Minimum clearances between the water heater end com-

bustible con_ction am I" at the sidesand rear, 4" at the front, and 6 from the vent pipe. Clearence from the top

of the jacket is 18" on most models. Note that a lesser dimension may be allowed on some models. Refer to the label on the water heater adjacent to the gas control valve for all clearances.

I &WARNING I

Do not use this _opllence if any part of It has been under I water, immediately call a Sears Service Technician to I inspect the appliance and to replace the gas control or any J

part of the burner system which has been under water. I

&WARNING

HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gas can be produced In a hot water system that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is

exVemelyfl_mma_e _d mq_s_e. To preventthe pem-

bility of injury under these conditions, we recommend the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before any electrical appliances which connected to the hot water system are used (suchas a dis- hwasher or washing machine). If hydrogen gas is present, there will probably be an unusual sound similar to air escaping through the pipe as the hot water faucet Is opened. There must be no smoklnfl or open R_umenear the faucet at the time It is open.

AWARNING

INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater insulation jacket on a p.s water heater:

•DO NOT cover the temperature-pressure relief valve.

•DO NOT put Insulation over any part of the top of the gaswater heater.

•DO NOT put insulation over the gas control wive or gas control valve/burner coverpor any access areas to the burner.

•DO NOT let insulation around the gas water heater to get within 8 inches of the floor (air must get to the burner).

•DO NOT cover or remove operating Instructions. and safety related warning labels and materials affixed to tee water heater.

Failure to heed this will result In the pesslbility of a fire or explosion.

ACAUTION

WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of t_ water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that Iftho tank or any connections shouldleak, the flow of water will not causedamage to the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should be instal ed under the water heater. Drain pans are wall.

at ynor load Sun s_re. Such a drain pan must be not greater than 1½ Inchesdeep, havea minimum length and width of at least 2 Inches greater than the water heater dimensions and must be piped to an adequate drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow, Under no clrcumstences is the manufectumr or Sears to

be held liable for any water damage in connection with this water heater.

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