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 your local gas codes, your water heater, and safety ptacdces, contact the
Center to check the water heater.
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Read this manual fi_ | checking the water | |
heater make sure the gas supply has been turned J"OFF", and never turn the gas "ON" before the tank is J
I completely full of water. | I |
ACAUTION
N..ev.eruse this water heater unlessit is completely filled with water. To prevent damage to the tank, the tank i must be filled with water; Water must flow from the hot water faucet before turning "ON" gas to the water
I heater" | i | " | I |
OWater at the draft hood is water vapor which has condensed out of the combustion products. This is caused by a problem in the vent. Contact the Sears Service Center.
O*Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather or pipe connections may be leaking.
O'The | primary anode rod fitting may be leaking. |
OSmall amounts of water from the
relief valve may be due to thermal expansion or high water pressure in your area,
o'The | |
| the tank fitting. |
OWater from a drain valve may be due to the valve opened slightly.
O'The
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drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.
Combustion product_ contain water vapor which can condense on the cooler surfaces of the tank. Droplets
form and drip into the fire or run on the floor. This is common at the time ofstartup after installation and when incoming water is cold.
O Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be
from condensation, loose connections, or the relief valve. DO NOT replace the water beater 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" instructions 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.
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