Service And Adjustment; Tank; Venting System Inspection; Oiling Instructions - Kenmore POWER MISER 153.335803 Owner's Manual

Service and Adjustment
Tank (Sediment) Cleaning
Sediment build-up on the tank bottom may create varying amounts of
noise, and if left in the tank will cause premature tank failure. In some
water areas, you may not be able to drain all sediment deposits by
simply draining the tank. In these cases Mag Erad (part no. 3515) can
be used to help remove the sediment deposits. This may be order_
from the Sears Service Center. For ordering, refer to the "Repair Parts
section.
Burner Inspection
AWARNING
Do not use this appliance if any part of it has been under water I
I Immediately call a Sears Service Technician to inspect the I
appliance and to replace the gas control or any part of the [
[ burner system which hasbeen underwater. I
Venting System Inspection
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the
venting system. You should look for:
• Obstructions which could cause improper venting. The com-
bustion and ventilation air flow must not be obstructed.
Damage or deterioration which could cause improper venting
or leakage of combustion products.
Rusted flakes around top of water heater.
_,WARNING
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may
occur if air for combustion contains certain chemical vapors.
Spray can propellants, deaning solvents, refrigerator and air
conditioner refrigerants, swimming pool chemicals, calcium
and sodium chloride, waxes, bleach, and processchemicals are
typical compounds which are potentially corrosive.
AWARNING
Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present a serious
health riskor asphyxiation.
I _, .WARNING I
Be sure the vent piping is properly connected to prevent I
escape of dangerous flue gasses which could cause deadly
asphyxiation.
I
AWARNING
If after inspection of the vent system you found sooting or
deterioration, something is wrong. Call the local gas utility to
correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting
before resom ng operation of the water h_ter.
At least once a year a visual inspection should be made of the
main burner and pilot burner. The drawing is for your reference.
You should check for sooting which is not normal and will
impair proper combustion.
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_,WARNING . ]
Soot build-up indicates a problem that requires correction |
before further use. Turn "off" gas to water heater and
leaveI
"off" until repairs are made, .becausefailure to correct the[
cause of the soo_ng can result m a fire or explosion causing|
death, serious bedlly injury, or property damage. I
Burner Cleaning
In the event your burner needs cleaning, use the following
instructions:
If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is required, turn
the gas control knob clockwise (t"'-_) to the OFF posltao ,
depressing slighdy.
NOTE: The knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" to "OFF"
unless knob is depressed slightly. DO NOT FORCE.
Loose deposits on or around the burner can be removed by care-
fully using the hose of a vacuum cleaner inserted through the
access door of the water heater. If the burner needs to be removed
for additional cleaning, call the Sears Service Center to remove
and clean the burner and correct the problem that required the
burner to be cleaned.
Oiling Instructions
Oil motor every 12 months with 6 drops of SAE 20 motor oil.
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