Service And Adjustment; Tank (Sediment) Cleaning; Venting System Inspection; Oiling Instructions - Kenmore 153.335863 Owner's Manual

Service and Adjustment
Tank (Sediment) Cleaning
Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amounts of
noise, and if left in the tank will cause premature tank failure. In some
water areas, you may not be able to drain all sediment deposits by
simply draining the tank. In these cases Mag Erad (part no. 23600)
can be used to help remove the sediment deposits. This may be
ordered from the Sears Service Center. For ordering, refer to the
"Repair Parts" section.
Burner Inspection
AWARNING -7
Do not usethisappliance ifany part of it hasbeenunderwater I
Immediately call a SearsService Technicianto inspectthe I
applianceand to replace the gascontrol or any part of theJ
burnersystem whichhasbeen underwater. ]
Venting System Inspection
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the
venting system. You should look for:
• Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The com-
bustion and ventilation air flow must not he obstructed.
Damage or deterioration which could cause improper venting
or leakage of combustion products.
• Rusted flakes around top of water heater.
AWARNING
Chemical vapor corrosionof the flue and vent system may
occur if air for combustion containscertain chemicalvapors.
Spray can propellants,cleaningsolvents,refrigerator and air
conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals,calcium
and sodiumchloride,waxes,bleach,and process chemicals are
typicalcompounds whichare potentially corrosive.
AWARNING I
Obstructedor deterioratedventsystemsmay presenta serious
healthrisk or asphyxiat o n.
AWARNING
Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent i
escapeof dangerous flue gassos which could cause deadly
asphyxiation.
AWARNING
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If after inspection of_you found sootingor [
deterioration,somethingiswrong.Call the localgasutility to
correct the problem and cleanor replace the flue and venting[
beforeresumingoperation ofthe water heater.
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the
main burner and pilot burner. The drawing is for your reference.
You should check for sooting which is not normal and will
impair proper combustion.
AWARNING I
I Soot build-up indicatesa problem that requires correction
beforefurther use.Turn "off" gasto water heater and leave[
"off" until repairs are made, becausefailure to correct the [
causeof the sootingcan result in a Ere or explosioncausing
death,serious bedly njury, or propertydamage.
Burner Cleaning
In the event your burner needs cleaning, use the following
instructions:
If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required, turn
the gas control knob clockwise (_-'_) to the "OFF" position,
depressing slightly.
NOTE: The knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF"
unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT FORCE.
Loose deposits on or around the burner can be removed by care-
fully using the hose of a vacuum cleaner inserted through the
access door of the water heater. If the burner needs to be removed
for additional cleaning, call the Sears Service Center to remove
and clean the burner and correct the problem that required the
burner to be cleaned.
Oiling Instructions
Oil motor every 12 months with 6 drops of SAE 20 motor oil
(Fasco motor only).
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