Sears 153.33645, T53, 33631I Installation Instructions contd, Acts to Consider About Location

Installation Instructions (cont'd)

--acts to Consider About the

Location

You should carefully choose an indoor location for the new water heater, because the placement is a very important consid- eration _br the safety of the occupants in the building and for

the most economical use of the appliance. This water heater is not for use in mobile homes or outdoor installation.

•The location selection must provide adequate clearances for ser- vicing and proper operation of the water heater.

Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water

heater in a new location, the following critical points must be observed.

o The location selected should be indoors as c!ose as practical to the gas vent or chimney to which the water heater vent is going to be connected, and as centralized with the water pip- ing system as possible. The water heater, as all water heaters, will eventually leak. Do not install without adequate drainage provisionswhere water flow will cause damage.

ACAUTION

WATER HEATERS EVENTUALLY LEAK: Installation of the water heater must be accomplished in such a manner that if the tank or any connections should leak, the flow of water will

not cause damage to the structure. When such locations can. not be avoided, 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 inches 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.

AWARNING

INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAHHABLE LIQUIDS (VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED (GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC): Flammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents, propane (LP) or butane, etc.), all of which emit flammable vapors, may be improperly stored or used in such areas. The gas water heater pilot light or main burner can ignite suchvapors. The resulting flashbackand fire can cause death or seriousburns to anyone in the area, aswell as property damage.

If installation in such areas is your only option, then the installa-

tion must be accomplished in a way that the pilot flame and main burner flame are elevated from the floor at least 18 inches.

While this may reduce the chancesof flammable vapors from a floor spillbeing ignited, gasolineand other flammable substances should never be stored or used in the same room or area con- raining a gaswater heater or other open flame or spark produc-

ing appliance.

NOTE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from

other areas of the structure to the appliance.

[AWARNING

Propellants of aerosol sprays and volatile compounds, (clean- ers, chlorine based chemicals, refrigerants, etc.) in addition to

being highly flammable in many cases, will also change to cor- rosive hydrochloric acid when exposed to the combustion products of the water heater. The results can be hazardous, and also cause product failure.

AWARNING

This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting. Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel beneath the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any direction, or if the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet, the entire floor must be covered by the panel. Failure to heed this warning may result in a fire hazard.

AWARNING

Minlmum clearances between the water heater and com- bustible construction are I" at the sides and rear, 4" at the front, and 6" from the vent pipe. Clearance from the top of the

jacket is 18" 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 gas control valve for all clearances.

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VENTILATION
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AWARNING

A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the cor- rect amount of air for combustion. Do not install in a confined

area such a closet, unlessyou provide air as shown in the "Facts to Consider About the Location" section. Never obstruct the

flow of ventilation air. If you have any doubts or questionsat all, call your gas company. Failure to provide the proper amount of combustion air can result in a fire or explosion and can cause

DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAHAGE.

AWARNING

If this water heater will be used in beauty shops, barber shops, cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry

cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the water heater or water heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation

air be taken from outside these areas. Refer to the "Facts to Consider About the Location" section of this manual and also the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as NFPA 54 for specificsprovided concerning

air required, i