Kenmore POWER MISER 153.33616 - Manual (Page 9)

Facts to Consider About
the Location
Carefully choose an Indoor location for the new water heater,
because the placement is a very important consideration for
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 manufactured (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;
• Select a location indoors as close 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 piping system
as possible.
• Selected location must provide adequate clearances for
servicing and proper operation of the water heater.
CAUTION
Property Damage Hazard
AH water heaters eventually leak
Do notinstali without adequate drainage
Installation of the water heater must be accomplished in such a
manner that if the tank or any connections should leak, the flow
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 pans are
available at your local Sears or hardware store. Such a drain
pan must have a minimum length and width of at least 2 inches
(51 mm) greater that the water heater dimensions and must be
piped to an adequate drain. The pan must not restrict
combustion air flow.
A WARNING
Fire or Explosion Hazard
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
Avoid ail ignition sources if you smell LP gas.
Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas
pressure,
Useonlygasshownon rating plate.
Maintain
required clearances to combustibles.
Keep ignition sources away from faucets after
extended period of non-use.
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Read instruction manual before
Installing, using or servicing
water heater. W I
INSTALLATIONS IN AREAS WHERE FLAMMABLE 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.] and other substances such as adhesives, etc.)
emit flammable vapors which can be ignited by a gas water
heater’s pilot light or main burner. The resulting flashback and
fire can cause death or serious burns to anyone in the area.
Even though this water heater is a flammable vapors ignition
resistant water heater and is designed to reduce the chances
of flammable vapors being ignited, gasoline and other
flammable substances should never be stored or used in the
same vicinity or area containing a gas water heater or other
open flame or spark producing appliance.
Also, the water heater must be located and/or protected so it is
not subject to physical damage by a moving vehicle.
AWARNING
Fire Hazard
For continued protection against
risk of fire:
•Do not install water heater on
carpeted floor,
•Do not operate water heater if
flood damaged.
This water heater must not be installed directly on carpeting.
Carpeting must be protected by metal or wood panel beneath
the appliance extending beyond the full width and depth of the
appliance by at least 3 inches (76.2 mm) 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 in a fire hazard.
A
warning
à
Fire
or
Explosion Hazard
Read instruction manual before installing
using or servicing water heater.
Improper use may result in fire or
explosion
Maintain required clearances to
combustibles.
Minimum clearances between the water heater and combustible
construction are 0 inch at the sides and rear, 4 inches
(102 mm) at the front, and 6 inches (153 mm) from the vent
pipe, see Figure 8. Clearance from the top of the jacket is 12
inches (305 mm) on most models. Note that a lesser dimension
may be allowed on some models, refer to the label attached
adjacent to the gas control valve on the water heater.