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Installation
Instructions
(cont'd)
Facts 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 _or 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.
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water
heater in a new location, the following critical points must be
observed.
• 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
_iping
system
as possible.
The
water
heater,
as all water
eaters,
will
eventually
leak.
Do not
install
without
adequate
drainage
provisions
where water flow will cause
damage.
A 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, tile 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 FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS
IVAPORS)
ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED
rGARAGES,
STORAGE,
AND
UTILITY
AREAS, ETC):
_lammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents, propane (LP) or
butane, etc.), all of which emit flammable vapors, may be
improperly stored or used in such area_ The gas water heater
pilot light or main burner can ignite such vaporg The resulting
flashbackand fire can cause death or serious burns to anyone in
the area, as well 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 18inche_
While this may reduce the chances of flammable vaporsfrom a
floor spill being ignited,gasolineand other flammable substances
shouldnever be stored or used in the same room or area con-
taining a gaswater heater or other open flame or sparkproduc-
ing applianc_
NOTE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from
other areas of the structure to the appliance.
AWARNING
Propellants of aerosolspraysand volatile compounds, ( clean-
ers,chlorinebasedchemicals, r efrigerants, etc.) in additionto
beinghighlyflammablein many cases, will alsochange to cor-
rosive hydrochloricacid when exposedto the combustion
productsof the water heater The resultscan be hazardous
and alsocauseproductfailure.
• The location selection must provide adequate clearances for ser-
vicing and proper operation of the water heater.
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
di_
or if the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet,
the entire floor must be covered by,he panel. Failure to heed
this warning may result in a fire haza_l_.
AWARNING
Minimum clearances between the water heater and com-
bustible or non-combustible 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 modelg Refer to the
label on the water heater adjacent to the gas control valve for
all dearance_
12"MAX.
f
VENTILATION
AIR
OPENINGSO
FRONT VIE-VV
OF DOOR
Figure I I
TO VjMI"
OF CLOSET
TOP VIEW I • MiN.
WITHOUT
DOOR
OF CLOSET
2"•HAX.
WITH DOOR
AIR DUCT
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, unlessyon provide air as shownin the "Facts
to Consider About the Location" section. Never obstruct the
flow of ventilation air. If you have any doubts or questionsat all,
callyour gascompany. Failure to provide the proper amount of
combustion air can result in a fire or explosion and can cause
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUR_, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
AWARNING
If this water heater will be usedin beautyshops,barber shops,
cleaningestablishments,or self-servicelaundrieswith dry
cleaningequipment,it is imperativethat the water heater or
water heatersbe installedsothat combustion and ventilation
air be taken from outsidethese area_ Refer to the "Facts to
ConsiderAbout the Location"sectionof this manualand also
the latestedition of the NationalFuelGasCode, ANSI Z223.1,
also referred to as NFPA 54 for specifics provided concerning
air required.
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