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Troubleshooting
Guide (cont'd)
Leakage Checkpoints
Use this guide to check a "Leaking" water heater. Many suspect-
ed _Leakers" are not leaking tanks. Often the source of the water
can be found and corrected.
If you are not thoroughly
familiar with electric codes, the water
heater,
and safety practices,
contact
a Sears Service Center
to
check the water heater.
_,CAUTION
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Read this manual first, then before checking the water I
,,beater make sure the electrtc' supply has been turned I
OFF", and never turn the electric supply "ON"
before
the tank s comp ete y fu of water.
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A, CAUTION
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Never use this water heater unlessit is complete_ full of
water. To prevent damage to the tank and heating ele- I
ment, the tank must be filled with water. The water must J
flow from the but water faucet before turning "ON"
power.
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*Condensation may be seen on pipes in humid weather
or pipe connections may be leaking.
*The primary anode rod fitting may be leaking.
Q'The
temperature-pressure relief valve may be leaking at
the tank fitting.
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Small amounts
of water
from
temperature-pressure
relief valve may be due to thermal
expansion
or high
water pressure
In
your area.
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The elements may be leaking at the tank fitting.
_,WARNING
HAZARD
OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCKI
Before
removing any accesspanels or servicingthe water
beater, make sure the electrical supply to the
water beater is turned "OFF". Failure to do this
could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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Turn electrical power "OFF", remove access panels and
fold back insulation. If leaking around elements, follow
proper
draining
instructions
and remove element.
Reposition or replace gasket on element. Place e!ement
into opening and tighten securely. Then follow Filling
the Water Heater" instructions
in the "Installation
Instructions" section.
Water from drain valve may be due to the valve being
opened slightly.
*The drain valve may be leaking at the tank fitting.
*Water in the water heater bottom or on the floor may be
from condensation,
loose connections
or the tempera-
ture-pressure
relief valve. DO NOT
replace the water
heater until a full inspection
of all possible water sources
is made and necessary corrective steps taken.
Leakage from other
appliances,
water lines, or ground
seepage should also be checked.
NOTE: To check where threaded portion
enters
tank, insert Q-Tip between jacket opening and fit-
ring. If cotton is wet, follow "Draining"
instructions
in the "Service and Adjustment" section and then
remove fitting. Put pipe dope or teflon tape on the
threads and replace. Then follow "F'dling the Water
Heater"
instructions
in
the
"Installation
Instructions" section.
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