Service And Adjustment; Tank (Sediment) Cleaning; Venting System Inspection; Burner Inspection - Kenmore 153.337162 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. 23600) can be used to help remove the sedi-
ment deposits. This may be ordered from the Sears Service
Center. For ordering, refer to the _Repair Parts" section.
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 vent-
ing or |eakage of combustion products.
• Rusted flakes around top of water heater.
Burner Inspection
J AWARNING 7
Do not usethis appr_nceif anypart of it hasbeen underwater.]
Immediately call a Sears Service Technicianto respecttheJ
applianceand to.replace the gascontrol or any part of the I
burnersystemwhichhasbeenunderwater. |
At least once a _,ear a visual inspection should be made of the
main burner annpilot burner. The drawing is for your reference.
You should check for sooting which is not normal and will
impair proper combustion.
&WARNING
Chemical vapor corrosion of the flue and vent system may
occur if air fur combustion contains certain chemical vapors.
Spray can propellants, cleaning solvents, refrigerator and air
conditioner refriger-_ts, swimming poo! chemicals, calcium
and sodium ch oride, waxes, bleach, and processchemicals an
typical compounds which are potentially corrosive.
I _WARNING
Obstructed or deteriorated vent systems may present a serious
heaJth risk or asphyxiation.
&,.WARNING I
Be sure the vent piping
ts properly
connected to prevent
e_. o.fdangerous flue gasseswhich could cause deadly
asphyxia_on.
• _,WARNING
If after inspection of the vent system you found sooting or
deterioration, something is wrong. Call the local gas utility to I
correct the problem and clean or replace the flue and venting I
[ before resum ng opera, on of the water heater. [
• AWARNING
Soot build-up indlcatesa problem that requires correction
beforefurther use.Turn "OFF" gasto water heater and leave
"OFF" until repairsare made, because failure to con_ct the
causeof the sooting can resultin a fire or explosioncausing
DEATH,SERIOUSBODILYINJURY, OR PROPERTYDAMAGE.
Burner Cleaning
In the event your burner needs cleaning, use the following
instructions:
If inspection of the burner shows that cleaning is reouired, turn
the gas control knob clockwise (_x) to the "OF1 _" position,
depressing slightly.
NOTE: The knob cannot be turned from "PILOT" m "OFF"
unless knob is depressed slightS. 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.
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