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Safety Precautions
_,WARNING
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenance can causeDEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assis-
tance or consultyour local SearsService Center for further
information.
_,WARNING
At the time of manufacture this water heaterwasprovided with
a combinationtemperature-pressuresrelief valvecertlfled
by a
nationally recognized testinglaboratory that maintains periodici
inspection of productionof listedequipmentor materials, as
meetingthe requirements for ReliefValvesand Automatic Gas
ShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems, a nd the latest
edition of ANSI Z21.22 and the code requirements of ASME.If
replaced,the valvemustmeet the requirements of localcodes,
but not lessthan a combination temperatureand pressure relief
valvecertifiedas meeting the requirementsfor ReliefValves and
AutomaticGasShutoffDevices for Hot Water SupplySystems,
ANSI Z21.22 by a nationally recognized testinglaboratorythat
maintains periodic inspection of production of listedequipment
or materials.
The valvemust be marked with a maximum set pressurenot
to exceed the marked hydrostaticworking pressure of the
water heater (150 Ibsdsq.in.) and a dischargecapacity not
lessthan the water heater input rate as shownon the model
rating plate. (Electric heaters- watts dividedby 1000x 3415
equalBTU/Hr. rate.)
Yourlocaljurisdictional authority, w hile mandating the useof a
! temperature-pressurerelief valvecomplying with ANSI Z21.22
andASME,may requirea valvemodel different fromthe onefur-
nishedwith the water heater.
Compliance with suchlocal requirements must be satisfied by
the installeror end user of the water heater with a locallypre-
scribedtemperature-pressure relief valveinstalledin the desig-
nated openingin the water heater in placeof the factory fur-
nished valve.
For safeoperationof the water heater,the relief valvemustnot
beremoved from it'sdesignat ..ed opening or plugged.
The temperature-pressure rebel valvemustbe installed direcdy
intothe fittingof the waterheaterdesignated for the relief valve.
Positionthe valvedownward and providetubingsothat anydis-
chargewill exit onlywithin 6 inchesabove,or at any distance
belowthe structuralfloor.Be certainthat no contact is made
with any live electrical p art. The discharge opening must not be
blocked or reduced in size underany circumstances. Excessive
length,over 30 feet, or useof more than four elbowscancause
restriction and reducethe discharge c apacity ofthe valve.
No valveor other obstruction isto be placedbetween the relief
valveand the tank. Do not connecttubingdirectlyto discharge
drainunless a 6" air gapis provided, To preventbodilyinlury , haz-
ard to life,or property damage,the relief valvemusthe allowed
to discharge w ater in quantities should circumstances demand.If
the discharge p ipeis not connected to a drain or other suitable
means,
the
water
flow
may
cause
property
damage.
The DischargePipe:
•
Must not be smallerin sizethan the outlet pipesize ofthe
valve,or haveany reducing couplings or other restrictions.
Must not be plugged or blockod.
Must beof material listedfor hot water distribution.
Must be installedsoas to allowcomplete drainageof both
the temperature-pressurerelief valve, and the discharge
pipe.
Must terminate at an adequatedrain.
Must not haveanyvalvebetweenthe reliefvalveand tank.
_,WARNING
.
1
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before remowngi
any access panels or servicing the water heater, make|
sure the e!ectrical supply to the water heater is turned/
"OFF". Fadure to do this could result in DEATH_ SERI-|
OUS BODILY NJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem-
perature which will satisfy spaceheating, clotheswashing,
dish washing, and other saniUzing needs can scald and
permanently injure you upon contact. Some people are
more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than
others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or I
physicallylmentally handicapped. If anyone using hot
water in your home fits into one of these groups or if
there is a local code or state law requiring a certain tem-
perature water at the hot water tap, then you must take
specialprecautions. In addition to usingthe lowest possi-
ble temperature
setting that satisfies your hot water
needs, a means such as a mixing valve, shall be used at
the hot water taps used by these people or at the water
heater. Mixing valves are available at_plumbing supply or
hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instr_,ctions for
installation of the valves. Before changingthe factory set-
ting on the thermostat,
read the "Temperature
Regulation" section in this manual.
....
_, WARNING
WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED
FOR ONE VOLTAGE
ONLY: This water heater is equipped for one type voltage
only. Check the rating plate near the bottom accesspanel
for the correct voltage. DO NOT use this water heater
with any voltage other than the one shown on the model
rating plate. Failure to use the correct voltage can cause
problems which can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY
INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. If you have any ques-
tions or doubts consult your electric company.
A, WARNING
INSULATING
JACKETS: When installing an external
water heater insulation jacket on an electric water
heater:
a. DO NOT coverthe temperature-pressure relief valve.
b. DO NOT put insulation over the accesscovers or any
access
areas.
c. DO NOT cover or remove operating instructmns, and
safety related warning labels and materials affixed to the
water heater.
_,WARNING
Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been 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 accomplishedin such a manner
that if the tank or any connectionsshouldleak, the flow of
water will not causedamage to the structure. When such
locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should
be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are avail-
able at your local Sears Store. Such a drain pan must be
piped to an adequate drain. Under no circumstances is
the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water
damage in connection with this water heater.
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