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WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT - Safety and en-
ergy conservation are factors to be considered when se-
lecting the water temperature setting of water heater’s
thermostat. 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 ther-
mostat access panel.
General Safety Precautions
!
The chart shown above may be used as a guide in deter-
mining the proper water temperature for your home.
NOTE: Households with small children, disabled, or el-
derly persons may require a 120°F or lower thermostat
setting to prevent contact with “HOT” water.
The temperature of the water in the heater is regulated by the
adjustable surface mounted thermostat located behind the
upper Jacket Access Panel. To comply with safety regulations
the thermostat was set at 120° F before the water heater was
shipped from the factory.
The illustration above shows the temperature adjustment dial
used for setting the water temperature. Refer to Operation
section of this manual for detailed instructions in how to adjust
the thermostat.
There is a Hot Water SCALD Potential if the thermostat
is set too high.
Mixing valves for reducing point of use water tempera-
ture by mixing hot and cold water in branch water lines
are available. Contact a licensed plumber or the local
plumbing authority for further information.
D A N G E R
!
HOT
Water temperature over 125
°
F 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
TIME / TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS
R
E
S
E
T
R
E
S
E
T
TURN OFF
POWER
BEFORE
SERVICING
90
°
F
150
°
F
125
°
F
DANGER
!
Be sure to read and understand the entire Use & Care Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater. It may save you time and cost. Pay
particular attention to the General Safety Precautions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in serious bodily injury or death . Should you have prob-
lems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions, STOP, and get help from a qualified installer, service technician, or the local
electric utility.
Thermostat Protective
Cover
Thermostat Dial
Pointer
Reset Button
Temperature
Time to Produce 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
