Vaughn Featherweight Series, Operation And Installation Manual

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SERVICE INFORMATION
WATER TEMPERATURE REGULATION
WARNING: Exposure to 125° F or hotter water can cause
scalding injuries. Appropriate caution must be taken when
using hot water. Special supervision must be given to those
who cannot act quickly such as children, invalids or elderly
persons.
The temperature of the water in the heater is regulated by a
Vaughn Electronic Temperature Controller with temperature
sensors located behind the jacket and insulation. These automatic
controls are set at the factory to maintain a water temperature of
120°F. Although these controls are designed to industry
standards, they can fail to control temperature properly without
any notice, and therefore should be tested periodically for your
protection.
The test is very simple: Turn on the hot water faucet and
measure the maximum temperature with an accurate
thermometer. If the temperature is above the safe limits for your
circumstances call a service technician to adjust or replace the
control.
DANGER: IF YOU DISCOVER EXTREME HOT WATER
COMING FROM THE FAUCET, IMMEDIATELY SHUT OFF THE
ELECTRICITY AT THE MAIN SWITCH AND CALL COMPETENT
SERVICE PERSONNEL. ANY OVERHEATED WATER HEATER
IS A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO LIFE AND PROPERTY. DO NOT
OPERATE UNTIL THE SOURCE OF THE PROBLEM HAS
BEEN DETERMINED AND ELIMINATED.
 Water temperature over 125° F
can cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds.

Children, disabled and elderly
are at the highest risk of being scalded.
 See instruction manual before
setting temperature at the water heater.
 Feel water before bathing or
showering.
 Properly maintained, your
water heater can provide years of
dependable, trouble free service. It is