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Installation Instructions (cont'd)
--acts to Consider About the
Location
You should carefully choose an indoor location for the new
water heater, because the placement is a very important consid-
eration _br the safety of the occupants in the building and for
the most economical use of the appliance. This water heater is
not for use in mobile homes or outdoor installation.
Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water
heater in a new location, the following critical points must be
observed.
o The location selected should be indoors as c!ose as practical to
the gas vent or chimney to which the water heater vent is
going to be connected, and as centralized with the water pip-
ing system as possible. The water heater, as all water heaters,
will eventually leak. Do not install without adequate drainage
provisionswhere water flow will cause damage.
ACAUTION
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 can.
not be avoided, a suitable drain pan should be installed under
the water heater. Drain pans are available at your local Sears
store. Such a drain pan must be not greater than 1½ inches
deep, have a minimum length and width of at least 2 inches
greater than the water heater dimensions and must be piped
to an adequate drain. The pan must not restrict combustion air
flow. Under no circumstances isthe manufacturer or Searsto
be held liable for any water damage in connection with this
water heater.
AWARNING
INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAHHABLE LIQUIDS
(VAPORS) ARE LIKELY TO BE PRESENT OR STORED
(GARAGES, STORAGE, AND UTILITY AREAS, ETC):
Flammable liquids (such as gasoline, solvents, propane (LP) or
butane, etc.), all of which emit flammable vapors, may be
improperly stored or used in such areas. The gas water heater
pilot light or main burner can ignite suchvapors. The resulting
flashbackand fire cancause death or seriousburns to anyone in
the area, aswell asproperty damage.
If installation in suchareasis your only option, then the installa-
tion must be accomplished in a way that the pilot flame and
main burner flame are elevated from the floor at least 18inches.
While this may reduce the chancesof flammable vapors from a
floor spillbeing ignited, gasolineand other flammable substances
shouldnever be stored or used in the same room or area con-
raining a gaswater heater or other open flame or spark produc-
ingappliance.
NOTE: Flammable vapors may be drawn by air currents from
other areasof the structure to the appliance.
[ AWARNING
Propellants of aerosol spraysand volatile compounds, (clean-
ers, chlorine based chemicals, refrigerants, etc.) in addition to
being highlyflammable in many cases, will also change to cor-
rosive hydrochloric acid when exposed to the combustion
products of the water heater. The results can be hazardous,
and also causeproduct failure.
• The location selection must provide adequate clearances for ser-
vicing and proper operation of the water heater.
AWARNING
This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.
Carpeting must be protected by a metal or wood panel
beneath the appliance extending beyond the full width and
depth of the appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2mm) in any
direction, or if the appliance is installed in an alcove or closet,
the entire floor must be covered by the panel. Failure to heed
this warning may result ina fire hazard.
AWARNING
Minlmum clearances between the water heater and com-
bustible construction are I" at the sides and rear, 4" at the
front, and 6" from the vent pipe. Clearance from the top of the
jacket is 18"on most models. Note that a lesserdimension may
be allowed on some models. Refer to the label on the water
heater adjacent to the gascontrol valve for all clearances.
f2" MAX.
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VENTILATION
AIR
OPENINGS O
6'_MI_--
FRONT VI_
OF DOOR
I Figure I
'11,MIN. _]_=_L] 4' HtN"
TOP VIEW
OF CLOSET TOP VIEW I" HIN,
WITHOUT DOOR OF CLOSET
_;' HAX, WITH DOOR
A_R DUCT
AWARNING
A gas water heater cannot operate properly without the cor-
rect amount of air for combustion. Do not install in a confined
area such a closet, unlessyou provide air as shown inthe "Facts
to Consider About the Location" section. Never obstruct the
flow of ventilation air. If you have any doubts or questionsat all,
call your gascompany. Failure to providethe proper amount of
combustion air can result in a fire or explosion and can cause
DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,OR PROPERTY DAHAGE.
AWARNING
If this water heater will be usedin beauty shops,barber shops,
cleaning establishments, or self-service laundries with dry
cleaning equipment, it is imperative that the water heater or
water heaters be installed so that combustion and ventilation
air be taken from outside these areas. Refer to the "Facts to
Consider About the Location" section of this manual and also
the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1,
also referred to as NFPA 54 for specificsprovided concerning
air required, i