Kenmore 31813 Owners Manual - Page 7

Installation Instructions (cont'd) Facts to Consider About the Location You should 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 intended for outdoor installation. Whether replacing an old water heater or putting the water heater in a new location, the following critical points must he observed. • The location selected should be indoors as close to and as centralized with the water piping system as possible. This water heater, as well as all water heaters, will eventually leak. Do not install without adequate drainage provisions where water flow will cause damage. 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 available at your local hardware store. Such a drain pan must be piped to an adequate drain. Facts to Consider About The Convertible Element The element of the water heater can be converted from operation at 3800 watts to 5500 watts on a 240 volt system. Read and follow water heater warnings and instructions. If this manual is missing contact the retailer or manufacturer. If after reading these instructions in this manual, if you do not understand any portion, call the Sears Service Center. AWARNING Before making the conversion to 5500 watts, check the (I) power supply..must be 240 volts, (2) wiring...10 gauge AWG, Type TW, 60°C or equivalent, and (3) Circuit breakers or fusing...capable of 30 amp loading. Also, the installation must conform with this manual, local codes and electric utility rules. Failure to comply can result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. A CAUTION INSTALLATION IN RESIDENTIAL GARAGES: The I water heater must be located andlor protected so it is not subject to phys ca damage by a mov ng veh c e. • The location selection must provide adequate clearances for servicing and proper operation of the water heater. NOTE: Whether or not the element conversion is made the model rating plate must be marked. Using a hard point ink pen, check the appropriate block within the model rating plate, which is located adjacent to the lower access panel.