Leakage Checkpoints, INJURY,OR Property Damage

Troubleshooting Guide (cont'd)

Leakage Checkpoints

Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many suspect-

ed "Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water can be found and corrected.

If you are not thoroughly familiar with electric codes, the water

heater, and safety practices, contact your local Sears Service Center to check the water heater.

A, CAUTION

Read this manual first, then before checking the water heater make sure the electric supply has been turned "OFF", and never turn the electric supply "ON" before the tank is completely full of water.

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*Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or pipe connections may be leaking.

The primary anode rod may be leaking.

Small amounts of water from temperature-pressure

relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure in your area.

*The temperature-pressure relief valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.

The elements may be leaking at the tank fitting.

_,WARNING

HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before

removing any accesspanelsor servicingthe water

heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". Failure to do this

could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY

INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Turn electrical power "OFF", remove access panels and fold back insulation. If leaking around elements, follow

proper draining instructions and remove element.

Reposition or replace gasket on element. Place e!ement into opening and tighten securely. Then follow Filling the Water Heater" instructions in the "Installation Instructions" section.

Water from drain valve may be due to the valve being

opened slightly.

*The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.

*Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may

be from condensation, loose connections or the

temperature-pressure relief valve. DO NOT replace the water heater until a full inspection of all possible

water sources is made and necessary corrective steps taken.

Leakage from other appliances, water lines, or ground seepage should also be checked.

NOTE: *To check where threaded portion enters tank, insert cotton swab between jacket opening and

fitting. If cotton is wet, follow "Draining" instruc-

tions in the "Service and Adjustment" section and then remove fitting. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on

the threads and replace. Then follow "Filling the

Water Heater" instructions in the "Installation

Instructions" section.

•, CAUTION

Never use this water heater unlessit is completely full of

water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating ele- ment, the tank must be filled with water. The water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" power.