Safety Precautions
I | _,WARNING | 1 |
| Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or I | |
| maintenance can causeDEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUR_, | |
| OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for | |
| tance or consultyour local SearsService Center for further | |
| information. | |
AWARNING
At the time of manufacturethis water heaterwasprovidedwith
a
AutomaticGas ShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems, ANSI Z21.22 by a nationally recognizedtestinglaboratorythat
maintains periodic inspec_onof productionof listedequipment or materials.
The valvemust be marked with a maximum set pressurenut to exceed the marked hydrostaticworking pressureof the
water heater (150 IbsJsq.in.) and a dischargecapacitynut lessthan the water heater input rate as shownon the model
rating plate. (Electric heaters - watts dividedby 1000 x 3415 equalBTU/Hr. rate.) Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority,whilemandatingthe useof a
Compliancewith suchlocalrequirementsmust be satisfiedby the installeror end userof the water heaterwith a locallypre-
Forsafeoperationofthe water heater,the reliefvalvemust nut beremovedfrom it'sdesignatedopeningor plugged.
The
Positionthe valvedownwardand providetubingsothat any dis-
chargewill exit onlywithin 6 inchesabove,or at any distance belowthe structuralfloor.Be certainthat no contact is made
with anyliveelectricalpart.The dischargeopeningmustnot be blockedor reducedin size underany circumstancesExcessive.
length,over30 feet, or useof more than four elbowscancause restrictionand reducethe dischargecapacityof thevalve.
No valveor otherobstructionisto he placedbetweenthe relief valveand the tank. Do nut connecttubing directlyto discharge drainunlessa 6"air gapisprovidedTopreventbodilyinjury,haz.- ard to life,or propertydamage,the reliefvalvemustbeallowed to dischargewaterin quantitiesshouldcircumstancesdemand.If the dischargepipeisnot connectedto a drainor othersuitable means, the water flow may cause property damage.
The DischargePipe:
•Must nut be smallerin sizethan the outlet pipesizeofthe valve,or haveany reducing couplingsor other restrictions.
Must not be pluggedor blocked.
Must be of material listedfor hot water distribution. Must be installedsoas to allowcomplete drainageof beth the
Must terminate at an adequatedrain.
Mustnot haveany valvebetweenthe reliefvalveand tank.
AWARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make
sure the electrical supp.lyto the water heater is turned "OFF". Failure to do this could result in DEATH, SERI-
OUS BOD LY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
_iWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem- _eratore which will satisfy space heating, clotheswashing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and _ermanently injure you upon contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. These includethe 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 tem- perature water at the hot water tap, then you must take specialprecautions. In addition to using the lowest possi- ble temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve, shall be used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water
heater. Mixing valvesare available at plumbing supplyor hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for
installation of the valves.Before changingthe factory set- ting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature
Regulation" sectionin this manual.
AWARNING
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.tJ_s_water heater with any voltage other than the one shown on the model rating plate. Failure to use the correc_mltage can cause
problems which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. If you h_ve any ques- tions or doubts consultyour electric company,
-_ WARNING
INSULATING
a.DO NOT cover the
b.DO NOT put insulation over the accesscovers or any
access areas.
c. DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and safety related warning labelsand materials affixed to the water heater.
AWARNIN._G]
Do not usethis applianceif any part of it has been under water, An electrical short or malfunction could occur.The
water heater shouldbe replaced. | I |
ACAUTION
WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the water heater must be accomplishedin sucha manner that if the tank or anyconnectionsshouldleak, the flow of water will not causedamage to the structure. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are avail- able 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 connectionwith this water heater.
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