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Tank (Sediment) Cleaning Burner Inspection
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 sedi-
ment deposits. This may be ordered from the Sears Service
Center. For ordering, refer to the "Parts Order List" section.
AWARNING I
Do nut usethis applianceif any part of it hasbeen under water. I
Immediately call a Sears Serwce Technician to inspect the
] appliance and to replace the gas control or any part of the
I burner system which hasbeenunder water.
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 be obstructed.
Damage or deterioration which could cause improper vent-
ing or leakage of combustion products.
Rusted flakes around top of water heater.
At least once ayear a visual inspection should be made of the
main burner andpilot burner. The drawing isfor your reference.
You should check for sooting which is not normal and will
impair proper combustion.
A,WARNING
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may
occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors.
Spray can propellants, deaning solvents, refrigerator and air
conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium
and sodium chloride, wa)_, bleach, and processchemicalsare
typical compounds which are potentially corrosive.
-_ WARNING
Obstructed or deteriorated vent systemsmay present a serious
health risk or asphyxiation.
I AWARNING I
Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent I
escape of dangerous flue gesses which could cause deadly
I
AWARNING
If after inspectionof the vent systemyou found soo_ngor I
deterioration,somethingiswrong.Callthe localgasutilityto ]
the problemand dean or replacethe flueandventing
beforeresumngoperationofthewater heater. J
A,WARNING
Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires correction
before further use.Turn "OFF" gasto water heater and leave
"OFF" until repairs are made, because failure to correct the
causeof the sooting can result in a Ere or explosion causing
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
Burner Cleaning
In the event your burner needs cleaning, use the following
instructions:
If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning !,srequired, turn
the gas control knob clockwise (f'-'_) to the OFF position,
depressing slightly.
NOTEt The knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF"
unless knob is depressed slighd_ 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 dean the burner and correct the problem that required the
burner to be cleaned.
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