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Use Instructions
USING YOUR WATER HEATER
WARNING:
Flammable vapors can be
drawn by air currents from surrounding areas to the
water heater. Vapors can ignite causing death, personal
injury, or product damage.
• DO NOT store or use flammable or combustible
materials (gasoline, paint thinner, adhesives,
newspapers, rags, mops, etc.) in the vicinity of the
water heater or any other gas appliance. If they must
be used, open doors and windows for ventilation, and
shut off all gas-burning appliances, including their pilot
lights.
• DO turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water heater
has been subjected to overheating, fire, flood, physical
damage, or if the gas supply fails to shut off.
• DO NOT turn on water heater unless water and gas
supplies are completely opened.
• If there is any difficulty in understanding or following
the operating and care instructions in this manual, it
is recommended that you contact a qualified service
technician to perform the work.
Safety Precautions
Setting the Water Temperature
D A N G E R
!
HOT
Water temperature over 125
°
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
F
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
120°F (49°C)
More than 5 minutes
125°F (52°C)
1 1/2 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 1 1/2 seconds
155°F (68°C)
About 1 second
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
DANGER:
Water temperatures above 125°F (52°C) will result
in death and/or severe burns from scalding.
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when
selecting the water temperature setting. The temperature of the water in
the water heater can be regulated by setting the temperature on the front of
the remote control. Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined on the
pictured label.
The remote control has been preset and shipped at the recommended
temperature setting.
Safety factors should be considered whenever altering the water
temperature setting. The chart below may be used as a guide in
determining the proper water temperature for your home.
Water
Time to Produce
Temperature
a Serious Burn