Safety Precautions - Kenmore Powermiser 12 153.331761 Owner's Manual

manual and safety m essages
before i nstalling, operating or
servicing this water h eater.
Failure tofollow instructions and
safety m essages could result in
death orserious injury.
Instruction manual must r emain
with water h eater.
Fire Hazard
For continued protection against
riskof fire:
• Do not install water heater on
carpeted floor.
• Do not operate water heater if
flood damaged.
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury'
or death.
Children, the elderly, and the
physicafly or mentally disabled
are at highest riskfor scald injury.
Feet water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
Fire or Explosion Hazard
• Avoid all ignition sources if you smell gas.
Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas
pressure.
• Use only gas shown on rating plate.
• Maintain required clearances to combustibles.
• Keep ignition sources away from faucets after
extended period of non-use.
Read instruction manual before
installing, using or servicing
water heater.
Fire or Explosion Hazard
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
Explosion Hazard
• Overheated water can cause
watertank explosion.
• Properly sized temperature
and pressure relief valve must
be installed in opening
provided.
Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas
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Install vent system in accordance with
codes.
Do not operate water heater if flood
damaged.
High altitude orifice must be installed
if a standard model is installed above
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":::1::'o ",::*:." • Do not obstructwater heater air intake
_ with insulating jacket.
.\:,_:t"; Do not place chemical vapor emitting
products near water heater.
Gas and carbon monoxide detectors
are available.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
Improper installation and use may result
in property damage.
• Do not operate water heater if flood damaged.
• Inspect and replace anode.
• Install in location with drainage.
• Fill tank with water before operation.
• Be alert for thermal expansion.
Refer to instruction manual for installation and service.