T&P Relief Valve And Pipe Insulation - Kenmore 153.336930 Use & Care Manual

• Must be capable of withstanding 250°F (121°C) without distortion.
• Must be installed to allow complete drainage of both the
valve and discharge line.
T&P Relief Valve and Pipe Insulation (Some Models)
1. Locate the temperature and pressure relief valve on the water
heater (also known as a T&P relief valve). See Figure 21.
2. Locate the slit running the length of the T&P relief valve
insulation.
3. Spread the slit open and fit the insulation over the T&P relief
valve. See Figure 21. Apply gentle pressure to the insulation
to ensure that it is fully seated on the T&P Relief Valve. Once
seated, secure the insulation with duct tape, electrical tape,
or equivalent. IMPORTANT: The insulation and tape must not
block the discharge opening or hinder access to the manual
relief lever (Figure 21). Ensure a discharge pipe is installed into
the T&P valve discharge opening per the instructions in this
manual.
4. Locate the hot water (outlet) & cold water (inlet) pipes to the
water heater.
5. Locate the slit running the length of a section of pipe
insulation.
6. Spread the slit open and slip the insulation over the cold water
(inlet) pipe. Apply gentle pressure along the length of the
insulation to ensure that it is fully seated around the pipe. Also,
ensure that the base of the insulation is flush with the water
heater. Once seated, secure the insulation with duct tape,
electrical tape, or equivalent.
7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 for the hot water (outlet) pipe.
8. Add additional sections of pipe insulation as needed.
Manual Relief Lever
T&P Relief Valve
T&P Relief Valve
Drain Line
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T&P Relief Valve Insulation
FIGURE 21.