Safety Precautions
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nance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUR_ OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Referto this manual for assistanceor
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_,WARNING
At the time of manufacturethis water heater was providedwith
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maintainsperiodicinspectionof produc_onof listedequipment or mateHal_
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressurenot to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the water heater (150 IbsJsq. in.) and a discharge capacity not lessthan the water heater input rate as shownon the model rating plate. (Electric h_ters - watts divided by 1000 x 3415 equal BTU/Hr. rate.)
Your localjurisdictionalauthority,while mandatingthe use of a
Compliancewith suchlocal requirementsmust be satisfiedby the installeror enduser of the water heater with a locallypre-
For safeoperationof tee water heater,the relief valvemust not be removedfrom it'sdesignatedopeningor plugged.
The
valve. "_
No valve or other obstructioniste be placedbetwean the relief valve and the tank. Do not connecttubing directlyto discharge drain unlessa 6" air gap is provided.To prevent bodilyinjury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must be allowedto dischargewater in quantities shouldcircumstances demand. If the dischargepipeis not connectedto a drain or other suitable means, the water flow may cause property damage.
The DischargePipe:
•Must not be smaller in slze than the outlot plpe slze of th, valve,or haveany reducingcouplingsor other restrictions.
Must not be pluggedor Mocked.
Must be of material listedfur hot water distribution.
•Must be installedso as to allow complete drainageof both
the_re_va_ andthed_har_epipe.
•Mustterminate at an adequate drain.
•Must not have ony valve betwean the teller valve ond tenlc
_,WARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make
sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". Failure to do this could result in DEATH, SERI-
OUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
A WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tam- _erature which will satisfy space heating, clothes wash- ing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of these groups or if there is a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap, then you must take special precautions. In addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies tour hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve,
I shall be used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at
plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow manufactur- ers instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
I "Temperature Regulation" section in this manual.
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WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE ONLY: This water heater is equipped for one type voltage only. Check the rating plate near the bottom accesspanel for the correct voltage. DO NOT use this water heater with any voltage other than the one shown on the model rating plate. Failure to use the correct voltage can cause problems which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. If you have any ques- tions or doubts consultyour electric company.
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INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater insulation jacket on an electric water heater:
DO NOT cover the
access alias.
c. DO HOT cover or remove operating instructions, and
safety related warning labels and materials affixed to the water heater.
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DO not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water. An electrical short or malfunction could occur.
The water heater should be replaced.
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WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of
the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that iftbe tank or any connections shouldleak, the flow of water will not cause damage to the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are avail- _ble at your local Sears Store. Such a drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain. Under no circumstances is the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water damage in connection with this water heater.
