Sears 153 Owner's Manual page 17

Operating
Lighting
Instructions
_WARNING
BEFORE LIGHTING [PROPANE (L.R) GAS WATER
HEATERS]: Propane (LR) gas is heavier than air. Should there
be a leak in the system, the gas wil! settle near the ground.
Basements, crawl spaces, skirted areas under mobile homes
(even when ventilated), closetsand areas below ground levelwill
serve as pockets for the accumulation of this gas. Before
attempting to light or relight the water heater's pilot or turning
on a nearby electrical light switch, be absolutely sure there is no
accumulated gas in the are_ Searchfor odor of gas by sniffingat
ground level in the vicinity of the appliance. If odor is detected,
follow steps indicated at "For Your Safety" on the cover page of
this manual then leave the premises.
Lighting and operating instructions are located on front of the
water heater, above or to one side of the gas control valve.
AWARNING
AN ODORANT IS ADDED TO THE GAS USED
BY THIS WATER HEATER.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
tF YOU SHELL GAS:
i o not try to light any appliance.
Do not touch any electrical switch; do not use any phone in
your building.
Immediately call your gas supplier from a neighbor's phone.
Follow the gas suppliers instructions.
If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire depart-
ment.
_, WARNING
DO NOT force the gas control knob. Use only your hand to
push it down to light the pilot, or to turn it to "ON", "OFF"
or "PILOT". Never use a tool such as a lever, wrench or pli-
ers. Do not hit or damage the knob. A damaged knob may
result in an explosion and serious injury. If you have problem
turning the knob, call the gas supplier immediately.
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Figure 8 I
CHECK FOR LEAKS
Be sure to check all your gas pipes for leaks before lighting your
water heater. Use a soapy water solution, not a match or open
flame. Check the factory gas fittings after pilot is lit and gas con-
trol knob is still in "PILOT" position. Then, check the fittings
when the main burner is turned "ON". Use a soapy water solu-
tion for this, too.
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