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Safety Precautions
_, WARNING
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Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or mainte- I
nance can causeDEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUI_, OR PROP-
ERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assistanceor consult
your ocal Sears Service Center for further nformation.
A WARNING
At the time of manufacture thiswater heaterwasprovided with
a combination temperature-pressures relief valvecer_dfled b y a
nationally recognizedtestinglaboratorythat maintains periodic
inspectionof productionof listed equipmentor materials, as
meetingthe requirements for ReliefValvesand AutomaticGas
ShutoffDevices for Hot Water SupplySystems, a nd the latest
editionof ANSI Z2h22 and the cederequirements of ASME. If
replaced, the valvemust meet the requirements of localcodes
but not lessthan a combination temperatureand pressure relief
valvecertifiedasmeetingthe requirements for ReliefValves and
AutomaticGas ShutoffDevices for Hot Water SupplySystems,
ANSI Z21.22 by a nationally recognizedtestinglaboratory that
maintains periodic inspection of production of listedequipment
or materials.
The valvemust be marked with a maximum setpressure not to
exceedthe marked hydrostatic workingpressure of the water
heater(150 Ibsdsq. in.)and a discharge capacity not less than the
water heater input rate as shownon the model rating plate.
(Electricheaters, watts dividedby 1000x 3415equal BTU/Hr.
rate.)
Yourlocaljurisdictional authority, w hile mandating the useof a
temperature-pressure r elief valvecomplying with ANSI Z2h22
andASME,mayrequire a valvemodel different f rom the onefur-
nished with the waterheater.
Compliancewith suchlocalrequirements mustbe satisfied by
the installeror end userof the water heaterwith a locally pre-
scribedtemperature-pressure r elief valveinstalledin the desig-
nated openingin the water heater in placeof the factory fur-
nished valve.
For safeoperationof the water heater,the reliefvalvemustno_
be removedfrom it'sdesignated opening or plugged.
The temperature-pressure relief valvemust be installed directly
intothe fittingofthewater heaterdesignated f or the relief valve.
Position the valvedownwardand providetubing sothat anydis-
chargewill exit onlywithin 6 inchesabove,or at any distance
belowthe structuralfloor.Be certainthat no contact is made
with anylive electrical p art. The discharge opening mustnot be
blockedor reduced in size under any circumstances. Excessive
length,over 30 feet, or useof more than four elbowscancause
restriction and reducethe discharge c apacity ufthe valve.
No valveor otherobstruction isto be placedbetweenthe relief
valveand the tank. Do not connecttubingdirectlyto discharge
drainunlessa 6"air gapisprovided. Topreventbodilyinjury, h az.
ard to life,or propertydamage,the relief valvemustbe allowed
to discharge w ater in quantities should circumstances demand. I f I
the discharge pipeis not connected to a drainor other suitabh
means,the water flowmaycause propertydamage.
The Discharge Pipe:
Mustnot be smallerin sizethan the outletpipesize of the
valve, o r haveanyreducingcouplings o r otherrestrictions.
Mustnot be plugged or blocked.
Mustbe of materiallistedfor hotwater distribution.
Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage
both the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the
discharge p ipe.
Mustterminateat an adequatedrain.
Mustnot haveanyvalvebetweenthe reliefvalveandtank.
AWARNING
HAZARD
OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCKI Before removing any
access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the
electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". Fmluro
to do this could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJU"
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heatersare intended
to producehot water. Water heated to a temperature which
will satisfyspaceheating,clotheswashing,dishwashing,and
other sanitizingneeds can scaldand permanentlyinjureyou
uponcontact.Some peopleare more likelyto be permanent-
ly injuredby hot water than others.These includethe elderly,
children, the infirm, or physically/mentallyhandicapped.If
anyoneusing hot water in your home fits into one of these
groupsor if there is a localcode or state law requiring a cer-
tain temperature water at the hot water tap, then you must
take specialprecautions. I n additionto usingthe lowestpossi-
ble temperature settingthat satisfies your hot water needs,a
means suchas a mixing valve, shallbe usedat the hot water
taps used by these people or at the water heater. Mixing
valvesare availableat plumbingsupplyor hardware stores.
Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the
valves.Before changingthe factory setting on the thermo-
stat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in this
manual.
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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 access panel for the
correct voltage. DO NOT use this water heater with any volt-
age other than the one shown on the model rating platt
Failure to use the correct voltage can cause problems which
can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROP-
ERTY DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult
your electric company.
_,WARNING
INSULATING
JACKETS: When installing an external water
heater insulation jacket on an electric water heater:
a. DO NOT cover the temperature-pressure relief valve.
b. DO NOT put insulation over the access covers or any
accessareas.
c. DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and safe-
ty related warning labels and materials affixed to the water
heater.
_,WARNING
Do not use this applianceif any part of it hasbeen under
water. An electrical short or malfunction could occur.The
water heater shouldbe replaced.
• , CAUTION
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. For this reason, it is
not advisable to install the water heater in an attic or upper
floor. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable
drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain
pans are available at your oca Sears Store. Such a drain pan
must be piped to an adequate drain. Under no circumstances I
is the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water
damage in connection with this water heater.
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