Safety Precautions - Kenmore POWER MISER 153.331712HA Owner's Manual

Read a nd understand instruction
manual and safety m essages
before i nstalling, operating or
servicing this water h eater
Failure to follow instructions and
safety messages could result in
death or serious injury
Instruction manual must remain
with water heater,
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.
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°0) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death.
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest risk for scald injury
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
Fire or Explosion Hazard
• Do not expose water heater control to excessive gas
pressure.
• Use only gas shown on rating plate.
• Maintain required clearances to combustibles
• Keep ignition sources away from faucets after
extended period of non-use.
Read instruction manual before
installing, using or servicing
water heater
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.
Explosion Hazard
• Overheated water can cause
water tank explosion.
• Properly sized temperature
and pressure relief valve must
be installed in opening
provided
Breathing Hazard - Carbon Monoxide Gas
thstall vent system in accordance with
codes.
Do not operate water heater if flood
damaged,
High altitude orifice must be installed for
operation above 3,300 feet (1,006 m)
(or above 5,500 (1,676 m) feet for high
altitude models)
Do not operate if soot buildup
Do not obstruct water heater air intake
with insulating jacket
Do not place chemical vapor emitting
produsts near water heater
Gas and carbon monoxide detectors
are available.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause brain damage or
death. Always read and understand instruction manual.
Improper installation and use may result
in property damage.
Do not operate water heater if flood damaged
• Inspect and replace anode.
• Install in location with drainage.
• Fill tank with water before operation.
• Be alert for thermal expansion.
Refer to instruction manual for installation and service