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Facts to Consider About the
Location
You should carefully choose an indoor location for the
new water heater, because the placement is a very impor-
tant consideration for the safety of the occupants in the
building and for the most economical
use of the appli-
ance. This water heater is not for use in mobile homes or
outdoor installation.
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the
water heater in a new location,
the following
critical
points must be observed.
t. The location selected should be indoors as close 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 piping system as possible.
The water heater, as all water heaters, Will eventually
leak. Do not install without adequate drainage provi-
sions Where waterflow will cause damage.
CAUTION
The installation
of the water
beater
must be accom-
plished in such a manner
that if the tank or any connec-
tions should leak, the flow of water will not cause dam-
age to the area adjoining
the water
heater,
or to the
lower floors of 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 ]_an s]lould be nogreater
than
1½ inches deep, have a minimum
length and-width
of at
least two inches
greater than the water heater dimen-
sions and must be piped to an adequate drain. The pan
must not restrict combustion
air flow. Under no circum-
stances is the manufacturer
or Sears to be held liable for
any water damageJ_connection
with this water heater.
WARNING
INSTALLATION
IN
RESIDENTIAL
AREAS
WHERE
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
(VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRE-
SENT OR STORED (GARAGES, STORAGE AND
UTILITY
AREAS, ETC)" Flammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents,
propane (LP) or butane, etc.) or other substances (such as
adhesives, etc.), all of which emit flammable vapors, may be
improperly
stored or used in such areas. The gas water
heater, pgot li ht or main burner can i nite such va.pors.The
resulting flashback and fire can cause _eath or senous burns
to anyone in the area, as well as property damage.
tf installatlon in such areas is your only option, then the
installation must be accomplished in a way that the pilot
flame and maln burner flame are elevated from the floor at
least 18 inches.
While this may reduce the changes of
flammable vapors from a floor spill being ignited, gasoline
and other flammable substances should never be stored or
used in the same room or area containing a gas water
heater or other open flame or spark producing appliance.
Also, the water heater must be located and/or protected so
it is not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.
NOTE: Flammable vapors maybe
drawn by air currents
from other areas of the structure to the appliance.
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WARNING
Propellants
of aerosol sprays and volatile
compounds,
(cleaners, chlorine
based chemicals,
refrigerants,
etc.)
in addition
to being highly flammable
in many cases,
will also change to corrosive
hydrochloric
acid when
exposed
to tee
combustion
products
of the water
heater. The results can be hazardous,
and also cause
product failure.
2. The Iocation selection must provide adequate clear-
ances for servicing and proper operation of the water
heater.
WARNING
This water heater must not be installed directly on car-
peting.
Carpeting
must be protected
by a metal
or
woodpanel
beneath
the appliance
extending
beyond
the fullwidth
and depth of-tTae 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.
WARNING
Minimum
clearances
between
the water
heater
and
combustible construction are 1" at the sides and rear, 4" at
the front, and 6" from the vent pipe. Clearance from the
top of the _acket is either 12" or 18". Refer to the label on
the water heater located adjacent to the gas control valve
for all clearances.
m
]2" MAX
VENTU.A_ON
AIR
OPENINGS
NNI
6" N]N_L.
VIEW
OF DOOR
I Figure 1 j
_
ivIIN.
m
t2.._" M/_X
4"
I'" MIN,
TOP VIEW
OF (_L,OSET
i" M|N.
WITHOUT DOOR
TOP VIEW
OF CLOSET
WITH DOOR
AIR DUCT
WARNING
A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the
correct amount of air for combustion. Do not install in a
confined area such as a closet, unless you provide air as
shown in Figures 1-5. Never obstruct the flow of ventila-
tion air. If you have any doubts or questions at all, call
your gas company or Sears Service Center.
Failure to
provide the proper amount of combustion air can result
in a fire or exp|osion and can cause DEATH, SERIOUS
BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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 com-
bustion and ventilation air be taken from outside these
areas. Refer to the "Locating the New Water Heater sec-
tion" of this manual and also the latest edition of the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, also referred to as
NFPA 54 for specifics provided concerning air required.
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