Use and Care Manual

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The chart shown above may be used as a guide
in determining the proper water temperature for your
home.
DANGER: Households with small children, disabled,
or elderly persons may require a 120°F or lower combination
gas control (thermostat) setting to prevent contact with
“HOT” water.
Maximum water temperatures occur just after the
burner has shut off. To find water temperature being
delivered, turn on a hot water faucet and place
a thermometer in the water stream and read the
thermometer.(See page 19 and 20 for more details.)
The temperature of the water in the heater can be
regulated by setting the temperature knob on the
front of the combination gas control (thermostat).
To comply with safety regulations the combination
gas control(thermostat) was set at its lowest setting
before the water heater was shipped from the factory.
The illustration at the left details the approximate
water temperature for each mark on the Combination
Gas Control (Thermostat).
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DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for
Hot Water SCALDS.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn
120°F More than 5 minutes
125°F 1
1
/2 to 2 minutes
130°F About 30 seconds
135°F About 10 seconds
140°F Less than 5 seconds
145°F Less than 3 seconds
150°F About 1
1
/2 seconds
155°F About 1 second
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
D ANGER
!
HOT
Water temperature over 125°
can
cause severe burns
instantly or
death from scalds.
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.
BURN
F
!
DANGER!
WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water
temperature setting of a water heater’s gas control. 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.
NOTICE: Mixing valves are recommended for reducing
point of use water temperature by mixing hot and cold
water in branch water lines. Contact a licensed plumber or
the local plumbing authority for further information.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
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91°F
125°F
130°F
140°F
150°F
155°F
120°F