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This water heater can deliver scalding temperature water at any faucet in the
system. Be careful whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury.
Certain appliances, such as dishwashers and automatic clothes washers,
may require increased temperature water. By setting the thermostat on this
water heater to obtain increased temperature water required by these
appliances, you may create the potential for scald injury. To protect against
injury, you should install an ASSE approved mixing valve in the water
system. This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by mixing cold
and hot water in branch supply lines. Such valves are available from the
manufacturer of this water heater or a local plumbing supplier. Please
consult with a plumbing professional.
APPROXIMATE TIME/TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS
120°F
(49°C)
More than 5 minutes
125°F
(52°C)
1½ 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 1½ seconds
155°F
(68°C)
About 1 second
(52°C) can cause severe burns
are at highest risk of being
Children, disabled and elderly
instantly or death from scalds.
Water temperature over 125°F
Feel water before bathing or
before setting temperature
available.
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
Review this instruction manual
at water heater.
scalded.
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Upright Models (See Figures 1A & 1B)
The hot and cold water connections are identified on the top of the water
heater (See figure 1A). For bottom inlet models (-503 models), the cold
water inlet is located on the side of the drain valve (see figure 1B). Connect
the hot and cold water lines to the installed nipples using unions. Install a
listed temperature-pressure relief valve in the opening on the side of the
water heater.
Figure 1A (Top Inlet Models)
Figure 1B (Bottom Inlet Models)
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