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Temperature setpoint:
Safety, energy conservation and hot water capacity are factors
to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting
of the water heater. To comply with safety regulations, the water
temperature setpoint isfactory set at 120°F (49°C).This is the
recommended starting temperature setting.
NOTE:Accordingto USDept of Energy,the average residential
water heater in the USis set at 155°F(57°C).GEGeoSpringm
Hybrid Water Heater'senergy savings claims are basedon a
135°F(57°C)temperature setting.The water temperature setpoint
can be raised from the factory setting of 120°Fto 155°F(49°Cto
57°C)without sacrificingthe claimed energy savings. Ifa lower
temperature setting than 155°F(57°C)is used,greater savings in
energy and operating costs may be achieved.
See"ToAdjust the Temperature" section to change the water
heater'stemperature.
Hot water capacity:
If more hot water capacity is desired,increasingthe temperature
from 120°Fto 155°F(49°Cto 57°C)will enable the same tank of hot
water to last about 25% longer because more cold water ismixed
in at the shower or faucet.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
( Temperature I Time to Produce a Serious Burn.)
120°F (49°C1 More than 5 minutes
125°F (52°C1 1-1/2 to 2 minutes
130°F 144°C) About 30 seconds
155°F (57°C) About 10 seconds
140°F (60°C) Less than 5 seconds
145°F (65°C) Less th@n 3 seconds
150°F (66°C) About 1-1/2 seconds
155°F (68°C) About i second
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Risk of Scalding Reminden
Water temperatures above 125°F (52°C)can cause severe burns
or death from scolding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings
outlined in this manual and on the label on the water heater. This
label is located on the water heater near the upper element access
panel.
See"Time/TemperatureRelationshipin Scalds"below as a guide in
determining the proper water temperature for your home.
Nixing-valves:
Mixingvalves for reducing point-of-use water temperature by
mixing hot and cold water in branch water linesare available.
Contact a licensedplumber or the local plumbing authority for
further information.
DANGER: Thereisahotwaterscaldpotential ifthe
water temperature is set too high. Householdswith small children,
disabled,or elderly persons may require a 120°F(49°C1or lower
thermostat setting toprevent contact with HOTwater.
To Adjust the Temperature
Follow these steps:
1. Pressthe UP or DOWN arrow on the control panel key pad
to desired temperature.
2. Press ENTERto accept the new setting.
Note: To change between °F and °C, press and hold MODE.
_kDANGER:Thereisa HotWaterscaldPotential
if the water temperature is set too high. 1200F{490C1is the
recommended starting point for water temperature setting,
but it can be adjusted to any temperature between IOOOFand
1400F(380Cand 60°CI,
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