WARNING
;This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.
Carpetin.gmust be protected by a metal or woodpanel beneath the appliance extending b.eyondthe full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the appliance !s installed inan a!coveor 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
such a closet, unlessyou provide air as shown in the "Locating
The 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 toprovide the proper amount of combus- tion air can result in a fire or explosion and can cause DEATH,
. SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.
WARNING
If this water heater will be used in beauty shops,barber shops, cleaning establishments,or
"ing equlpment, it is imperative that the water heater or water heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation air be
taken from outside these areas. Refer to the "Locating The New Water Heater" section of this manual and alsothe latest edition of
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA 54 for specificsprovided concerning air required.
WARNING
_VENTDAMPERS- 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:
low flue gas temperature. Such temperatures may not be high enough to properly open thermally operated vent dampers. This would causespillage of flue gasesandmay causecarbon monox- 'idepoisoning.
Vent dampers must bear evidence of certification as complying with the latest edition of American National Standard ANSI
Z21.68 (ANSI Z21.66 & 67, respectively, cover electrically and mechanically actuated vent dampers). Before installationof any vent damper, consult your local SearsService Center or the gas utility for further information.
WARNING
1.The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be discon- nected from the gassupply piping systemduring any pressure
testingof the gas systemat test pressuresin excessof '/2pound per square inch (3.5kPa).
2.The appliance must be isolatedfrom the gassupplypiping sys-
tem by closin.gits individual manual..shutoffvarve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping systemat test pres- suresequal or lessthan _2pound per squareinch (3.5kPa).
WARNING
_!Soot
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 risksof improper operation, explosion or asphyxiateon.
WARNING
Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present a serious health riskor asphyxiation.
WARNING
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent systemmay occur if air for combustioncontains certain chemical val_rs. Spraycan
propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air conditioner
refrigerants, swimming pool chemcals, calcium and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach, and processchemicalsare typical com-
poundswhich are potentially corrosive.
WARNING
Minimum clearancesbetween the water heater and combustible constructionare 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 a!lowed on some models. Refer to the label on the water heater adjacent to the gascontrol valve for all clearances.
WARNING
HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogengascan be producedin a hot water
systemthat hasnot been usedfor a long period of time (general- ly two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas ts extremely flammable
and explosive. To prevent the poss_ility of injury under these conditions, we recommendthe hot water faucetbe opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before any electrfcal appli- ances which are connected to the hot water system are used (such as a dishwasher or washing machine). If hydrogen gas is present, there will probably be an unusualsoundsim]lar to a!r escaping through the pipe as the hot water faucet is opened. There must be no smokingor open flame near the faucet at the time it is open.
WARNING
INSULATING JACKETS:When installing an external water heater insulationjacket on a gas water heater:
a.DO NOT cover the
b.DO NOT put insulationover 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 accessareas 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 usethis appliance if any part of it has been under water. Immediately call a SearsServiceTechmclan to inspect the appli-
ance andto replace the gascontrol or any part of the burner sys- tem which hasbeen underwater.
CAUTION
WATER HEATERSEVENTUALLYLEAK: Installation of the water heater must be accomplishedin such a manner that if the tank or any connections should leak, the flow of water will not cause damageto 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, Sucha drain pan must be not greater than 11/_inches deepthave a mini- mum length andwidth of at least 2 inchesgreater than the water
heater dimensionsand must be .piped to an adequate drain. The pan must not restrict combust,on air flow. Under no circum- stances is the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any
water damagein connectionwith this water heater.