Service and Adjustment, Tank Sediment Cleaning

Service and Adjustment

Tank (Sediment) Cleaning

Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amounts of noise, and if left in the tank will cause premature 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 ordered from the Sears Service Center. For ordering, refer to the "Repair Parts" section.

Venting System Inspection

At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the venting system. You should look for:

•Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The com- bustion and ventilation air flow must not he obstructed.

Damage or deterioration which could cause improper venting or leakage of combustion products.

•Rusted flakes around top of water heater.

Burner Inspection

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Do not usethisapplianceifany part of it hasbeenunderwater I

Immediately call a SearsService Technicianto inspectthe I applianceand to replace the gascontrol or any part of theJ

burnersystemwhichhasbeen underwater.]

At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the main burner and pilot burner. The drawing is for your reference.

You should check for sooting which is not normal and will impair proper combustion.

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Chemical vapor corrosionof the flue and vent system may occur if air for combustioncontainscertain chemicalvapors. Spray can propellants,cleaningsolvents,refrigerator and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals,calcium and sodiumchloride,waxes,bleach,and processchemicalsare typicalcompoundswhichare potentiallycorrosive.

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Obstructedor deterioratedventsystemsmay presenta serious

healthrisk or asphyxiaton.

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Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent i escapeof dangerous flue gassoswhich could cause deadly

asphyxiation.

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If after inspection of_you	found sootingor [

deterioration,somethingiswrong.Call the localgasutility to correct the problem and cleanor replace the flue and venting[

beforeresumingoperation ofthe water heater.

Oiling Instructions

Oil motor every 12 months with 6 drops of SAE 20 motor oil (Fasco motor only).

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I Soot build-up indicatesa problem that requires correction beforefurther use.Turn "off" gasto water heater and leave[ "off" until repairs are made, becausefailure to correct the [ causeof the sootingcan result in a Ere or explosioncausing death,serious bedly njury, or propertydamage.

Burner Cleaning

In the event your burner needs cleaning, use the following instructions:

If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required, turn

the gas control knob clockwise (_-'_) to the "OFF" position, depressing slightly.

NOTE: The knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF" unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT FORCE.

Loose deposits on or around the burner can be removed by care-

fully using the hose of a vacuum cleaner inserted through the access door of the water heater. If the burner needs to be removed

for additional cleaning, call the Sears Service Center to remove

and clean the burner and correct the problem that required the burner to be cleaned.