Kenmore 153.31614 - Manual (Page 2)

Safety Precautions
AWARNING
Improper installation, acQustment, afteratiofi, service or mainte­
nance can cause DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR
PROPERTY DAMAGE Re^ to this manual for assistance or
consist your local Sears Service Center for forther information.
AWARNING
At the time of manufocture this water heater was provided with
a combination temperature-pressures reiief valve certified by a
nationaJiy recogniz«i testing iaboratory 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 Suf^ly Systems, and the latest
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
vaive certified as meeting the requirements for Relief Vtives and
Automatic Gas Shutoff Devices for Hot Water Supply S^tems,
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 mariced hydrostatic working pressure of the
water heater (ISO IbsJsq. in.) and a discharge capacity not
less than the water heater input rate as shown on the model
rating plate. (Electric heaters - watts divided by 1000 x 3415
equal BTU/Hr. rate.)
Your local Jurisdictional authority, while mandating the use of a
temperature-pressure reiief valve complying with ANSI Z2I.22
and ASME, may require a valve model difforent from the one
furnished with the water heater.
Compliance with such local requirements must be satisfied by
the installer or end user of the wiAer heater with a locally pre­
scribed tenriperature-pressure relief valve installed in the desig­
nated opening in the water heater in place of the factory fur^
nished valve.
R»r safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve must not
be removed from ift designated opening or plugged.
The temper^re-pressure relief valve must be installed directly
into the fitting of the water heater designated for the relief
valve.^ Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that
any discharge will exit only within 6 inches above, or at any dis­
tance below the structural 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 discharge capacity of the
valve.
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No valve or other obstruction is te be placed between the relief
valve and the t»ik. Do not connect tubing directly to discharge
drain unless a 6" air gap is provided. To prevent bodily injury,
hazard to life, or property damage, the relief valve must be
allowed to discharge water in quantities should circumstances
demand. If the dischiuge pipe is not connected to a drain or
other suitable means, the water flow may cause property
dam^.
The Discharge Pipe:
* Must not be srnaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the
valve, 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 rilow complete drainage of both
the temperttiure-pressure relief valve, and the (fischarge pipe.
* Must teiminate 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, SERI­
OUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem­
perature which will satisfy space heating, clothes wash­
ing, 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/mentally handicapped. If anyone
using hot water in your home fits into one of these
groups or if there is a local code or state law requiring a
certain temperature water at the hot water tap, then
you must take special precautions. In addition to using
the lowest possible 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
plurnbing supply or hardware stores. Follow manufactur­
ers instructions for installation 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 voltage 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 PROPERTY DAMAGE. If you have any ques­
tions or doubts consult your electric company.
AWARNING
INSULATING JACKETS: When installing an external
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
safety related warning labels and materials affixed to the
water heater.
AWARNING
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.
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 the structure. When such
locations cannot be avoided, a suitable drain pan should
be installed under the water heater. Drain pans are avail­
able at your local Sears Store. Such a drain pan most 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.