Service and Adjustment
Tank (Sediment) Cleaning
Sediment
Venting System Inspection
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the
venting system. You should look for:
•Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The com- bustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed.
Damage or deterioration which could cause improper venting or leakage of combustion products.
Rusted flakes around top of water heater.
Burner Inspection
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Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water.
Immediately call a Sears Service Technician to inspect thel appliance and to replace the gas control or any part of the/
burner system which has been under water. | [ |
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the main burner and pilot burner. The drawing is for your reference.
You should check for sooting which is not normal and will impair proper combustion.
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Chemical vapor corrosior_of the flue and vent system may occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors.
Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach, and process chemicals are typical compounds which are potentially corrosive.
•,WARNINGJ
Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present a serious
health risk or asphyx at on.
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Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent escape of dangerous flue gasses which could cause deadly
asphyxiation.
AWARNINGI
If after inspection of the vent system you found sooting or deterioration, something is wrong. Call the local gas utility to I correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting
before resum ng operation of the water heater.
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DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUR_, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. J
Burner Cleaning
In the event your burner needs cleaning, use the following instructions:
If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required, turn
the gas control knob clockwise (f'_) to the "OFF" position, depressing slightly.
NOTE: The knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF" unless knob is depressed sllghdy. DO NOT FORCE.
Loose deposits on or around the burner can be removed by care-
fully using the hose of a vacuum cleaner inserted through the access door of the water heater. If the burner needs to be removed
for additional cleaning, call the Sears Service Center to remove and clean the burner and correct the problem that required the burner to be cleaned.
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