Kenmore 153.327366 - Manual (Page 2)

recautions
AWARNiNG
Improper installation, adjustoent, alteration, service or
maintenance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INjUSY,
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. Refer to this manual for assis­
tance or consult your local Sears Service Center for further
information.
AWARNING
At the time of manufacture this water heater was provided witii
a combination temperature-pressures relief valve certified by a
nationally recognized testing laboratory that maintains periodic
inspection of production of listed equipment or materials, as
meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and Automatic Gas
Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems, and the current
edition of ANSI Z2I.22 and the code requirements of ASME. If
replaced, the valve must meet the requirements of local codes,
but not less than a combination temperature and pressure relief
valve certified as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves and
Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply Systems,
ANSI Z2I.22 by a nationally recognized testing laboratory that
maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment
or materials.
The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not
to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the
water heater (ISO lbs, p.s.i.) and a discharge capacity not less
than the water heater input rate as shown on the model rat­
ing plate. (Electric heaters - watts divided by 1000 x 3412
equal BTU/Hr. rate.)
Your local jurisdictional authority, while mandating the use of a
temperature-pressure relief valve complying with ANSI Z2I.22
and ASME, may require a valve model different from the one fur­
nished with the water heater.
Compliance with such bcal requirements must be satisfied by
the instalier or end user of the vrater heater with a locally pre­
scribed temperature-pressure relief valve instiled in the desig­
nated opening in the water heater in place of the factory fur­
nished Valve.
For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve must not
he removed from ids designated opening or plugged.
The temperature-pressure relief valve must be installed direct^
into the fitting of the water heater designated for the relief valve.
Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that any dis­
charge will exit only within 6 inches above, or at any distance
below the structorai floor. Be certain that no contact is made
with any live electrical part The discharge opening must not be
blocked or reduced in size under any circumstances. Excessive
length, over 30 feet, or use of more than four elbows can cause
restriction and reduce the disdtarge capacify of the valve.
No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the relief
valve and the tank. Do not connect tubing directiy to discharge
drain unless a 6" air gap is provided. To prevent bodily injury, haz­
ard to fife, or property damage, the relief valve must be allowed
to discharge water in quantities should circumstances demand. If
the discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other suitable
means, the water flow may cause property damage.
The Discharge Pipe:
• Must not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the
vaive, or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions,
• Must not be plugged or blocked.
• Must be of material listed for hot water distribution.
• Must be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both
the temperature-pressure relief vaive, and the discharge
pipe.
• Must terminate at an adequate drain.
• Must not have any valve between the relief valve and tank.
AWARNiNG
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing any
access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the
electrical supply to the water heater is turned “OFF", Failure
to do this could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY,
OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended
to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which
will satisfy space heating, clothes washing, dish washing, and
other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you
upon contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently
injured by hot water than others. These include the elderly,
children, the infirm, or physically/mentaliy handicapped. If
anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of these
groups or if there is a locai code or state iaw requiring a cer­
tain temperature water at the hot water tap, then you must
take special precautions. In addition to using the lowest possi­
ble temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs, a
means such as a mixing 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 instailation of the
valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat,
read the "Temperature Regulation" section in this manual.
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 access panel for the
correct voltage, DO NOT use this water heater with any volt­
age 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 PROP­
ERTY DAMAGE. If you have any questions or doubts consult
your electric company.
AWARNiNG
INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an externa! 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 cover or remove operating instructions, and safe­
ty related warning labels and materials affixed to the water
heater.
A. WARNING
Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under
water. An electrical short or malfunction could occur. The
water heater should be replaced.
j 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 tiie 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
pans are available at your local Sears Store, Such a drain pan
must be piped to an adequate drain. Under no circumstances
is the manufacturer or Sears to be held liable for any water
damage In connection with this water heater.