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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.
"WARNING
Do not usethisapplian_ hasbeenunderwater
Immediately call a SearsService Technicianto inspectthe
applianceand to replace the gascontrolor any part of the
burnersystemwhichhasbeenunderwater.
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.
"WARNING
Chemical vaporcorrosionof the flue and vent systemmay
occurif air for combustioncontainscertain chemicalvapors.
Spraycan propellants,cleaningsolvents,refrigerator and air
conditionerrefrigerants, swimmingpool chemicals,calcium
and sodiumchloride,waxes,bleach,andprocesschemicalsare
typicalcompoundswhicharepotentiallycorrosive.
.WARNING I
Obstructed or deterioratedventsystemsmaypresenta serious
healthrisk or asphyxat on.
I "WARNING ]
Be sure the vent piping isproperly connected to prevent|
escapeof dangerousflue gasseswhich could causedeadly|
asphyxiation. ]
"WARNING l
If after inspectionof_you foundsootingor ]
deterioration,somethingiswrong.Callthe localgasutilityto I
correctthe problemandcleanor replacethe flueand venting
before resuming operationofthe 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.
"WARNING
Soot build-upindicatesa problem that requires correction
beforefurther use.Turn"OFF" gasto water heaterandleave
"OFF" until repairs are made, becausefailureto correctthe
causeof the sootingcanresult in a fire or explosioncausing
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 is required, turn
the gas control knob clockwise (f"_) 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 die Sears Service Center to remove
and clean the burner and correct the problem that required the
burner to be cleaned.
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