About the water temperature setting.
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The temperature of the water in the water heater
can be regulated by adjusting the temperature
setting up or down using arrow keys on the control
panel.
Safety and energy conservation are factors
to be considered when selecting the water
temperature setting of the water heater. The lower
the temperature setting, the greater the savings
in energy and operating costs.
To comply with safety regulations, the water
temperature is factory set at 120°F where local
codes require. This is the recommended starting
point.
Water temperatures above 125°F can cause severe
burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and
follow the warnings outlined in this manual and on
the label on the water heater. This label is located
on the water heater near the upper element access
panel.
Mixing valves for reducing point-of-use water
temperature by mixing hot and cold water in
branch water lines are available. Contact a licensed
plumber or the local plumbing authority for further
information.
The chart below 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 is set too high.
Households with small children, disabled, or elderly
persons may require a 120°F or lower thermostat
setting to prevent contact with HOT water.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
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
To Adjust the Temperature
Press the
UP
or
DOWN
arrow on the control panel
key pad. You will be asked to press the
ENTER
key
to acknowledge that increasing temperature
increases scald risk. Then the temperature can
be increased or decreased by pressing the
UP
or
DOWN
arrows. After the desired temperature
setting has been achieved, you can press
ENTER
to accept or simply walk away. (After 3 seconds of
no key presses, the control will accept the new
temperature setting.)
DANGER:
There is a Hot Water SCALD
Potential if the water temperature is set too high.
120°F is the recommended water temperature
setting, but it can be adjusted to any temperature
between 100°F and 140°F.
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