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_, WARNING I
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Improper installation,adjustment, alteration, serviceor mainte- I
nancecan causeDEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJUI_, OR PROP-
ERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assistanceor consult
your ocalSearsService Center for further nformation.
A WARNING
At thetime ofmanufacturethiswater heaterwasprovidedwith
a combinationtemperature-pressuresreliefvalvecer_dfledbya
nationally recognizedtestinglaboratorythat maintainsperiodic
inspectionof productionof listedequipmentor materials, as
meetingthe requirementsfor ReliefValvesandAutomaticGas
ShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,and the latest
editionof ANSI Z2h22 andthe cederequirementsofASME.If
replaced,the valvemust meet the requirementsoflocalcodes
but not lessthana combinationtemperatureandpressurerelief
valvecertifiedasmeetingtherequirementsfor ReliefValvesand
AutomaticGasShutoffDevicesfor Hot Water SupplySystems,
ANSI Z21.22 bya nationally recognizedtestinglaboratorythat
maintainsperiodic inspectionofproductionoflistedequipment
or materials.
The valvemust bemarkedwith a maximum setpressurenotto
exceedthe markedhydrostaticworkingpressureof the water
heater(150 Ibsdsq.in.)and adischargecapacitynotlessthanthe
water heater input rate as shownon the modelrating plate.
(Electricheaters, wattsdividedby 1000x 3415equal BTU/Hr.
rate.)
Yourlocaljurisdictionalauthority,whilemandatingthe useofa
temperature-pressurerelief valvecomplyingwith ANSI Z2h22
andASME,mayrequire avalvemodel differentfromthe onefur-
nishedwiththe waterheater.
Compliancewith suchlocalrequirements mustbe satisfiedby
the installeror enduserof thewater heaterwith a locallypre-
scribedtemperature-pressurerelief valveinstalledinthe desig-
nated openingin the water heater in placeof the factoryfur-
nishedvalve.
Forsafeoperationofthewater heater,the reliefvalvemustno_
beremovedfromit'sdesignatedopeningor plugged.
The temperature-pressurereliefvalvemust beinstalleddirectly
intothe fittingofthewater heaterdesignatedfor thereliefvalve.
Positionthe valvedownwardandprovidetubing sothat anydis-
chargewill exit onlywithin 6 inchesabove,or at any distance
belowthe structuralfloor.Be certainthat no contactismade
with anyliveelectricalpart.The dischargeopeningmustnot be
blockedor reducedin sizeunderany circumstances.Excessive
length,over 30feet,or useof more thanfour elbowscancause
restriction andreducethedischargecapacityufthe valve.
No valveor otherobstructionisto beplacedbetweentherelief
valveand thetank. Do not connecttubingdirectlyto discharge
drainunlessa 6"air gapisprovided.Topreventbodilyinjury,haz.
ardto life,or propertydamage,the reliefvalvemustbeallowed
todischargewaterinquantitiesshouldcircumstancesdemand.If I
the dischargepipeisnot connectedto a drainor othersuitabh
means,thewater flowmaycausepropertydamage.
The DischargePipe:
Mustnot be smallerinsizethanthe outletpipesizeof the
valve,or haveanyreducingcouplingsorotherrestrictions.
Mustnot bepluggedor blocked.
Mustbeofmateriallistedfor hotwater distribution.
Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage
both the temperature-pressure relief valve, and the
dischargepipe.
Mustterminateat anadequatedrain.
Mustnot haveanyvalvebetweenthe reliefvalveandtank.
AWARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCKI Before removing any
access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the
electrical supply to the water heater isturned "OFF". Fmluro
to do this could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJU"
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
AWARNING
HOTTER WATERCAN SCALD:Water heatersare intended
to producehot water. Water heatedto a temperaturewhich
willsatisfyspaceheating,clotheswashing,dishwashing,and
other sanitizingneedscanscaldand permanentlyinjureyou
uponcontact.Somepeoplearemore likelyto bepermanent-
lyinjuredbyhotwater thanothers.Theseincludetheelderly,
children,the infirm, or physically/mentallyhandicapped.If
anyoneusing hot water in your home fits into one of these
groupsor if there isa localcodeor statelawrequiring a cer-
tain temperature water at the hot water tap, then youmust
takespecialprecautions.In additionto usingthe lowestpossi-
bletemperature settingthat satisfiesyourhot water needs,a
means suchasa mixing valve,shallbe usedat the hot water
taps usedby these people or at the water heater. Mixing
valvesare availableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestores.
Follow manufacturers instructions for installation of the
valves.Beforechangingthe factory settingon the thermo-
stat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in this
manual.
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AWARNING
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 usethis water heater with any volt-
age other than the one shown on the model rating platt
Failure to use the correct voltage can cause problems which
can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROP-
ERTY DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult
your electric company.
_,WARNING
INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external water
heater insulation jacket on anelectric water heater:
a. DO NOT coverthe temperature-pressure relief valve.
b. DO NOT put insulation over the access covers or any
accessareas.
c. DO NOT cover or remove operating instructions, and safe-
ty related warning labels and materials affixed to the water
heater.
_,WARNING
Do not usethis applianceif any part of it hasbeen under
water. An electrical short or malfunction couldoccur.The
water heater shouldbereplaced.
• , 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. For this reason, it is
not advisable to install the water heater in an attic or upper
floor. When such locations cannot be avoided, a suitable
drain pan should be installed under the water heater. Drain
pansare available at your oca Sears Store. Such a drain pan
must be piped to an adequate drain. Under no circumstances I
isthe manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water
damage inconnection with this water heater.