Instructions for Operation (cont'd)
Temperature Regulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (("-'_) to
temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise (¢"'_) to
lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. increase the temperature.
This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set r_/'-GAS KNoBCONTROL
at the mark approximating 120 °F, the actual water tempera-
ture at any hot water tap could be as high as 150°F or as low
as 90°E
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Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot r' _'_ _.
water is needed for cleaning (bodies, dishes, clothing). Hot
kwater will present a scald hazard. Depending on the time ele-
ment, and the people involved (normal adults, children, tod- _ (_)
dlers, elderly, infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different
temperatures. TER
TEMPERATURE
(ADJUSTING OIAL)
_, WARNING PILOT LIGHTING - Set here before attempting to light
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are pilot.
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a
temperature which will satisfy clothes washing, dish Time to Produce 2nd & 3rd
washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and Temperature Setting De_reeBurnsonAdultSIdn
permanently injure you upon contact. Some people
are more likely to be permanently injured by hot VERY HOT = approx. 160°F About 1/2 second
water than others. These include the elderly, children, C = approx.150°F About 1-1/2seconds
the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. If B = approx. 14001;` Less than 5 seconds
anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of A = approx. 130017 About 30 seconds
these _roups or if there is a local code or state law • = approx.120°F More than5 minutes
requermg a certain temperature water at the hot
water tap, then you must take special precautions. In LOW = approx.80°F ...........
addition to using the lowest possible temperature
setting that satisfies your hot water needs, a means NOTE: Water temperature range of I20*F-140°F recom-
such as a mixing valve, should be used at the hot mended by most dlshwasher manufacturers.
water taps used by these people or at the water
heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing sup-
ply or hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instruc- AWARNING ]
tions for installation of the valves. Before changing
the factory setting on the thermostat, read the Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to
"Temperature Regulation" section in this manual. I shut off, turn "OFF" the manual gas control valve to
[ the appliance.
AWAR.,NG 1
ever allow small children to use a hot water tap, /
r to draw their own bath water. Never leave a /
lid or handicapped person unattended in a bath-|
ub or shower. [
The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its
lowest position, to reduce the risk of scald injury. It is
adjustable and must be reset to the desired temperature set-
ting. The mark (k) indicative of approximately 120°F is the
preferred starting point. Some states have a requirement for a
lower setting. If you need hotter water, follow directions for
temperature adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this
section.
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