Sears 153.335961 Contd, Installation Checklist, Before Lighting the Pilot, Check for Leaks

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Installation Instructions

Installation Checklist

BEFORE LIGHTING THE PILOT:

•Check the gas lines for leaks.

a.Use a soapy water solution. DO NOT test for gas leaks usinga match or open flame.

b.Brush the soapy water solution on all gas pipes, joints and fittings.

c.Check for bubbling soap. This means you have a leak. Turn OFF gas andmake the necessary repairs.

d.Recheck for leaks.

e.Rinse off soapy solution and wipe dry.

Is the new temperature-pressure relief valve properly installed

and piped to an adequate drain? See "Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve" section.

Are the cold and hot water lines connected to the water

heater correctly? See "Water Piping" instructions in the "Installing the New Water Heater" section.

•Is the water heater completely filled with water? See "Filling"

instructions in the "Installing the New Water Heater" sec- tion.

•Will a water leak damage anything? See the "Locating the New Water Heater sectmn.

Is there proper clearance between the water heater and any-

thing that might catch fire? See the "Locating the New water Heater section.

Do you have adequate ventilation so that the water heater will operate properly? See ' Combust'on A'r and Vent'lation" in the 'Locating the New Water Heater" sect'on.

Is the draft hood vent piping properly secured? See "Venting"

instructions in the "Installing the New Water Heater" sec- tion.

Is there proper clearance between the vent pipe and anything

that might catch on fire? See 'Venting instructions in the "Installing the New Water Heater" section.

Is the vent pipe properly sloped and does the vent terminate

outdoors? See "Venting" instructions in the "Installing the New Water Heater" section.

Do you need to call your gas company to check the gas pipe and its hookup?

CHECK FOR LEAKS

Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before lighting your water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open

flame. Check the factory gas,,fittings after pilot is lit and gas con-

trol knob is still in PILOT position. Then, check the fittings when the main burner is turned "ON". Use a soapy water solu- tion for this, too.

(cont'd)

VENT PIPETO

OUTDOORS

COLD

SHUTOFF

VALVE

TEt4PERATURE-

PRESSURERELIEF

VALVE

DISCHARGE PIPE

(Sediment trap)

PIPECAP

MODEL RATING PLATE

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Contents Injury Or Property DAM For Your SafetyAN Odorant is Added to the GAS Used by this Water Heater Safety Precautions DEATH, Serious Bodily INJURY, or PropertySafety Precautions on DEATH, Serious Bodily INJURY, or Property DamageAE,WARNING Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present aAwarning Vent termination must not be within 4 feet of any items JSuch as gas meters, gas valves or other gas regulating J EquipmentContents 40,000 Customer ResponsibilitiesProduct Basic Tools Additional Tools Needed When Sweat SolderingMaterials and Basic Tools Needed Installation Instructions Removing the Old Water HeaterWater Heaters Eventually Leak Installationof Locating the New Water HeaterWhile this may reducethe changesof flammable vaporsfrom a Heater adjacentto the gascontrolvalvefor all clearanceInstallation Instructions contd When determining the installation location for apower ventHne. b Outlet vent. bFor Appliances Located in Confined Spaces ALL AIR from Inside BuildingsWater Piping Installation Completed UsingMust take spechl precaon In addition to using Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve Reliefvalve OpeningWiring USE with Power CordUSE Without Power Cord Filling the Water HeaterSion or asphyxiation Installation Instructions contdVenting PVC Schedule 40 Vent Piping Venting System Example Installations for ALL ModelsVenting contd Venting System Example Installations for ALL Models contd PrecautionsMaterials Standards 50FConnecting PVC, ABS or Cpvc Pipe Vent to Blower Installation Showing USE of PVC, ABS or Cpvc PipeGAS Piping with Flexible Connector Appliance and its gas connection mustBeforeplacingthe appliancein operation Code,ANSI Z223.1,also referred to as NfpaInstallation Checklist ContdBefore Lighting the Pilot Check for LeaksOperating Instructions OperationOperating Instructions LightingA fire or explosion Operating Instructions contdWhatto Doif Yousmellgas Temperature Regulation Hotter Water can SCALD,Water heatersare intendedtoService and Adjustment Tank Sediment CleaningVenting System Inspection Oiling InstructionsService and Adjustment contd Assembly ReplacementGas Control Valve & Burner InformationHousekeeping Drain Valve Washer ReplacementService Troubleshooting Guide Start Up ConditionsThermal Expansion Strange SoundsTroubleshooting Guide contd Leakage Checkpoints Page Power 9001957 9OO19939001959 90O1960This is a REPAIRPARTSLIST, not a Packing List 153.335844 153.33591442-9231 9001987Part RERS.IR

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Sears has long been a household name in American retail history, with its roots dating back to the late 19th century. The brand has transformed over the years, adapting to changing consumer needs and market trends, and its products have evolved with advancements in technologies and consumer preferences.

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