Safety Precautions
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The water heater with draft hood installedmust be prop- I erly vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors. I
Never operate the water heater unlessit is vented to the I outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks of I
improper operation, explosionor asphyxiation. |
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Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater and com- bustibleconstruction are I" 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. Refer to the
label on the water heater adjacent to the gascontrol valve for all clearances.
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Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a Sears Service Technician to I inspectthe appliance and to replace the gascontrol or any
part of the burner systemwhich hasbeen under water.
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HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gascan be producedin a hot water system that 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 possi- 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 are connected to the hot water system are used (such as a
dishwasher or washing machine). If hydrogen gas is pre- sent, there will probably be an unusualsound similar to air escaping through the pipe as the hot water faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open flame near the faucet at the time it isopen.
AWARNING
INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater insulationjacket on a gaswater heater:
DO NOT cover the
DO NOT put insulationover the gas control valve or gas
control valve/burner cover, or 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 labelsand materials affixed to the water heater.
:allure to heed this will result in the possibilityof a fire or explosion.
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WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the water heater must be accomplishedin sucha manner that if the tank or any connectionsshouldleak, the flow of water will not cause damage to the structure. For this reason, it is not advisableto install the water heater in an attic or upper floor. When suchlocationscannot be avoid- ed, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are available at your local Sears store. Such a drain pan must be not greater than 1% inch- es deep, have a 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 circumstances is
the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water damage in connection with this water heater.
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