Kenmore HydroSense 153.33443, Owner'S Manual

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T & P Valve and Pipe Insulation

Remove insulation for T & P valve and pipe connections from 
carton.

FIGURE 15A.

Fit pipe insulation over the incoming cold water line and the 
hot water line. Make sure that the insulation is against the top 
cover of the heater.

Fit T & P valve insulation over valve. Make sure that the insulation 
does not interfere with the lever of the T & P valve.

Secure all insulation using tape.

Temperature-Pressure Relief Valve                

This heater is provided with a properly certifi ed combination 
temperature - pressure relief valve by the manufacturer.

The valve is certifi ed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory 
that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed 
equipment as meeting the requirements for Relief Valves for Hot 
Water Supply Systems, ANSI Z21.22 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 
valve certifi ed as indicated in the above paragraph.

The valve must be marked with a maximum set pressure not 
to exceed the marked hydrostatic working pressure of the 
water heater (150 psi = 1,035 kPa) and a discharge capacity 
not less than the water heater input rate as shown on the 
model rating plate.

For safe operation of the water heater, the relief valve must not 
be removed from its designated opening nor plugged.

The temperature-pressure relief valve must be installed directly 
into the fi tting of the water heater designed for the relief valve.  
Position the valve downward and provide tubing so that any 
discharge will exit only within 6 inches (153 mm) above, or 
at any distance below the structural fl oor, see Figure 16.  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 
(9.14 m), or use of more than four elbows can cause restriction 
and reduce the discharge capacity of the valve.

No valve or other obstruction is to be placed between the relief 
valve and the tank.  Do not connect tubing directly to discharge 
drain unless a 6 inch 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 discharge pipe is not connected to a drain or other 
suitable means, the water fl ow may cause property damage.

FIGURE 16.

The Discharge Pipe:

•  Shall not be smaller in size than the outlet pipe size of the  
  valve, or have any reducing couplings or other restrictions.

•  Shall not be plugged or blocked.

•  Shall be of material listed for hot water distribution.

•  Shall be installed so as to allow complete drainage of both