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SAFETY
INFORMA
TION
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE
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. The thermostat is adjusted to its lowest temperature position when shipped from factory for safety
considerations. Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined on the label pictured to the left. This label is also
located on the front of the water heater.
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.
120°F (49°C)
125°F (52°C)
130°F (54°C)
135°F (57°C)
140°F (60°C)
145°F (63°C)
150°F (66°C)
155°F (68°C)
Temperature
More than 5 minutes
1-1/2 to 2 minutes
About 30 seconds
About 10 seconds
Less than 5 seconds
Less than 3 seconds
About 1-1/2 seconds
About 1 second
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
Time to Produce a Serious Burn
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
