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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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 
control water temperature 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 100°F and 140°F (38°C and 60°C). 
To Adjust the Temperature
Follow these steps:
1. Press the UP or DOWN arrow on the control panel key pad to 
desired temperature. 
2. Press ENTER to accept the new setting. 
Note: To change between °F and °C, press and hold MODE.
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 below. This label is also 
located on the water heater near the top of the tank.
The water heater is equipped with a temperature-limiting control 
(TCO) that is located above the heating element in contact 
with the tank surface. If for any reason the water temperature 
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(TCO) breaks the power circuit to the heating element. Once 
the control opens, it must be reset manually. Resetting of the 
temperature limiting controls should be done by a qualified 
service technician.
CAUTION
The cause of the high temperature 
condition must be investigated by a qualified service 
technician and corrective action must be taken before 
placing the water heater in service again.
To reset the temperature-limiting control:
1. Turn off the power to the water heater.
2. Remove the jacket access panel(s) and insulation. 
 The thermostat protective cover should not be removed. 
3. Press the red RESET button. 
4. Replace the insulation and jacket access panel(s) 
before turning on the power to the water heater.
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