Safety Precautions - Kenmore POWER MISER 153.32636 Owner's Manual

Safety Precautions
_,WARNING J
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or
maintenancecan cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,J
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assis-
tance or consult your localSearsService Center for further
information.
_WARNING
At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided
with a combination temperature*pressures relief valve certi-
fied by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that main-
tains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or
materials, as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and
Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply
Systems, and the current edition of ANSI Z21.22 • CSA 4.4
and the code requirements of ASME. If replaced, the valve
must meet the requirements of local codes, but not lessthan a
combination temperature and pressure relief valve certified as
meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic
Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, ANSI
Z21.22 • CSA 4.4 by a nationally recognized testing laboratory
that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed
equipment or materials.
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not
to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the
water heater (150 Ibs. p.s.i.) and a discharge capacity not less
than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rating
plate. (Electric heaters - watts divided by 1000 x 3412 equal
BTU/Hr. rate.)
Your local jurisdictional authority, while mandating the use of
a temperature-pressure relief valve complying with ANSI
Z21.22 • CSA 4.4 and ASME, may require a valve model differ-
ent from the one furnished with the water heater.
Compliance with such local requirements must be satisfied by
the installer or end user of the water heater with a locally
wescribed temperature-pressure relief valve installed in the
designated opening in the water heater in place of the factory
furnished valve.
For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve must
not be removed from it's designated opening or plugged.
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be installed
directly into the fitting of the water heater designated for the
relief valve. Position the valve downward and provide tubing so
that any discharge will exit only within 6 inches above, or at
any distance below the structural floor. Be certain that no con-
tact is made with any live electrical part. The discharge open-
ing must not be blocked or reduced in size under any circum-
stances. Excessive length, over 30 feet, or use of more than
four elbows can cause restriction and reduce the discharge
capacity of the valve.
No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the
relief valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing directly to dis-
charge drain unlessa 6" air gap is provided. To prevent bodily
injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must
be allowed to discharge water in quantities should circum-
stances demand. If the discharge pipe is not connected to a
drain or other suitable means, the water flow may cause prep-
erty damage.
The Discharge Pipe:
• Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the
valve, or haveany reducing couplingsor other restrictions.
• Must not be plugged or blocked.
• Must be of material listed for hot water distribution.
• Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both
the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the discharge
pipe.
• Must terminate at an adequate drain.
• Must not have any valve between the relief valve and tank.
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HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing
any access panels or servicing the water heater, make J
sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned
"OFF". Failure to do this could result in DEATH, SERI-
OUS BOD LY NJURY,OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem-
perature which will satisfyspaceheating, clothes washing,
dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and
_ermanently 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
physically/mentally 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
special precautions. In addition to using the 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 instructions for
installation of the valves. Before changingthe factory set-
ting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature
Regulation"section in this manual.
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WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE
ONLY: This water heater is equipped for one type voltage
only. Check the rating plate near the bottom access panel
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.
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INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external
water heater insulation jacket on an electric water
heater:
a. DO NOT cover the temperature-pressure relief valve.
b. DO NOT put insulation over the access covers or any
access areas.
c. DO NOT remove operating instructions, and safety
related warning labels and materials affixed to the water
heater.
d. DO obtain new warning and instruction labels from
Sears for placement on the jacket directly over the exist-
in_ labels.
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Do not usethis appliance if any part of it has been under J
water. An electrical short or malfunction could occur.The
water heater shoud be rep aced.
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, the flow of
water will not cause damage 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.