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AWARNING J
Improper installation,adjustment, alteration, serviceor
maintenancecancauseDEATH, SERIOUSBODILY INJURY,J
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to thismanualfor assis-
tanceor consult your localSearsServiceCenter for further
information.
AWARNING
At the time of manufacture thiswater heater wasprovidedwith
a combination temperature-pressures relief valve certified bya
nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic
inspection of production of listed equipment or materials, as
meeting the requirements for Relief Valvesand Automatic Gas
Shutoff Devicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,andthe current
edition ofANSI Z21.22, CSA 4.4 andthe coderequirements of
ASME. If replaced, the valve must meet the requirements of
local codes,but not lessthan a combination temperature and
pressurerelief valve certified as meeting the requirements for
ReliefValvesandAutomatic Gas Shutoff Devicesfor Hot Water
SupplySystems,ANSI Z21.22, CSA 4.4 bya nationally recog-
nized testing laboratory that maintains periodic inspection of
productionof listedequipmentor materials.
The valve must be marked with a maximum setpressurenot to
exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressureof the water
heater (150 Ibs./sq.in.) and a dischargecapacity not lessthan
the water heater input rate asshownonthe model rating plate.
(Electric heaters - watts dividedby 1000x 3412 equal BTU/Hr.
rate.)
Your localjurisdictionalauthority, while mandating the use of a
temperature-pressure relief valvecomplyingwith ANSI Z21.22,
CSA 4.4 and ASME, may require a valve model different from
the onefurnishedwith the water heater.
Compliance with such local requirements must be satisfiedby
the installer or end user of the water heater with a locallypre-
scribedtemperature-pressure relief valve installed in the desig-
nated opening in the water heater in placeof the factory fur-
nished valve.
For safeoperation of the water heater, the relief valvemust not
beremoved from it'sdesignatedopeningor plugged.
The temperature-pressure relief valvemust be installeddirectly
into the fitting of the water heater designated for the relief
valve. Positionthe valve downward and provide tubing sothat
anydischargewill exit onlywithin 6 inchesabove,or at any dis_
tance below the structural floor. Be certain that no contact is
made with any live electrical part. The dischargeopening must
not be blocked or reduced in size under any circumstances.
Excessivelength,over 30 feet, or useof 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
dischargedrain unlessa 6" air gap isprovided.To prevent bod-
ily injury, hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve
must be allowed to discharge water in quantities should cir-
cumstances demand. If the discharge pipe isnot connected to
a drain or other suitable means, the water flow may cause
property damage.
The DischargePipe:
• Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the
valve,or haveanyreducing couplingsor other restrictions.
• Must not be pluggedor blocked.
• Must beofmaterial listedfor hot water distribution.
• Must beinstalledsoasto allowcomplete drainageof boththe
temperature-pressure relief valve,and the dischargepipe.
• Mustterminate at anadequate drain.
• Must nothaveanyvalvebetween the relief valveand tank.
AWARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing
any access panels or servicing the water heater, make I
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 temper-
ature which will satisfy space heating, clothes washing, dish
washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and perma-
nently injure you upon contact. Some people are more like-
ly to be permanently injured by hot water than others.
These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physical-
ly/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 temperature water at the
hot water tap, then you must take special precautions. In
addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting
that satisfiesyour hot water needs, a means such as a mix-
ing 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 changing
the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
"Temperature Regulation" section inthis manual.
AWARNING
WATER HEATERS EQUIPPED FOR ONE VOLTAGE
ONLY: This water heater is equipped for one type volt-
age 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 questions or doubts consult your electric company.
AWARNING
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
existing labels.
AWARNING
Do not usethis applianceif anypart of it hasbeen under I
water. An electrical short or malfunction could occur.
The water heater sboud be rap aced.
A 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 available
at your local hardware store. Such a drain pan must be
piped to an adequate drain.
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