Safety Precautions
AWARNING
The water heater wi_talled | must be prop- I |
erly vented to a chimney which terminates outdoors. I Never operate the water heater unlessit is vented to the I outdoors and has adequate air supply to avoid risks of I
improper operation, explosion or asphyxiation. | J |
AWARNING
Minimum clearances between the water heater and com-
bustible construction are 0" at the sides and rear, 5" at the
front, and fl" from the vent pipe. Clearance from the top of the jacket is 14" on most models. Note that a lesser dimension may be allowed on some models. Refer to the
label on the water heater adjacent to the gascontrol valve for all clearances.
I AWARN,NG I
Do not use this appl_ofit has been under I water. Immediately calka Sears Service Technician to I inspectthe appliance and to replace the gascontrol or any I
part of the burner system which hasbeen under water. | I |
AWARNING
HYDROGEN GAS: Hydrogen gascan be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable and explosive.To prevent the possi- bility of injury under these conditions, we recommend the hot water faucet be opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before any electrical appliances which are connected to the hot water system are used (such as a
dishwasher or washing machine). If hydrogen gas is pre- sent, there will probably be an unusualsoundsimilar to air escaping through the pipe as the hot water faucet is opened. There must be no smoking or open flame near the faucet at the time it isopen.
AWARNING
INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water heater insulationjacket on a gaswater heater:
DO NOT cover the
DO NOT put insulation over any part of the top of the gaswater heater.
DO NOT put insulation over the gascontrol valve or gas
control valve/burner cover, or any access areas to the burner.
DO NOT let insulation around the gas water heater to get within 8 inches of the floor (air must get to the burner).
DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and
safety related warning labelsand materials affixed to the water heater.
:allure to heed this will result in the possibilityof a fire or explosion.
AWARNINGJ
Vent termination must not be within 4 feet of any items J such as gas meters, gas valves or other gas regulating
equipment.
A CAUTION
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if the tank or any connectionsshould leak, the flow of water will not cause damage to the structure. For this reason, it is not advisableto install the water heater in an attic or upper floor.When such locationscannot be avoid- ed, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are available at your local Sears store. Such a drain pan must be not greater than 1½ inch- es deep, have a minimum length and width of at least 2 inches greater than the water heater dimensions and
must be piped to an adequate drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air flow. Under no circumstances is
the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water damage in connection with this water heater.
