User Manual

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SAFETY INFORMATION
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
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Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Temperature Time to Produce a Serious Burn
120°F (49°C) More than 5 minutes
125°F (52°C) 1-1/2 to 2 minutes
130°F (54°C) About 30 seconds
135°F (57°C) About 10 seconds
140°F (60°C) Less than 5 seconds
145°F (63°C) Less than 3 seconds
150°F (66°C) About 1-1/2 seconds
155°F (68°C) About 1 second
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
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Water temperature over 125°F can
cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds.
Temperature control settings
usually approximate tap water
temperature. However, factors
could cause water temperature
to reach 160°F regardless of the
control settings.
Children, disabled and elderly
are at highest risk of being scalded.
See instruction manual before
setting temperature at water
heater.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available; see manual.
The chart shown above may be used as a guide in determining
the proper water temperature for your home.
DANGER
There is a Hot Water SCALD Potential if the
water temperature thermostat is set too high. Households
with small children, disabled or elderly persons may require
a 120°F (49°C) or lower thermostat setting to prevent contact
with “HOT” water.
Thermostat has been set at the factory to 120°F (49°C) to
reduce the risk of scald injury. This is the recommended starting
temperature setting, but it can be adjusted to any temperature
between 90°F and 150°F (32°C and 66°C).
Water Temperature Setting
The temperature of the water in the water heater can be regulated
by setting the temperature dial of the adjustable surface mounted
thermostat(s) located behind the jacket access panel(s). Dual
element heaters have 2 thermostats.
The illustration shows the temperature
adjustment dial used for setting the
water temperature.
Refer to the Operating Instructions in
this manual for detailed instructions in
how to adjust the thermostat(s).
DANGER
Hotter water increases
the Potential for Hot Water SCALDS.
WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Safety, energy conservation, and hot water capacity are factors
to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting
of the water heater. Water temperatures above 125°F can cause
severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and follow the
warnings outlined on the label pictured to the left. This label is also
located on the water heater near the top of the tank.
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TURN OFF
POWER
BEFORE
SERVICING
Reset
button
Thermostat
dial pointer
Thermostat
protective
cover