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NOTE: A water temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C)
is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its
lowest position (PILOT LIGHTING). It is adjustable and must be
reset to the desired temperature setting to reduce the risk of scald
injury. The mark ( ) indicative of approximately 120°F (49°C)
is preferred starting point. Some states have a requirement for
a lower setting.
Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( ) to decrease
the temperature, or counterclockwise ( ) to increase the
temperature.
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn
off the manual gas control valve to the appliance.
FIGURE 22.
Temperature Time to Produce 2nd & 3rd
Settings Degree Burns on Adult Skin
VERY HOT= approx. 160°F (71°C)
About 1/2 second
C = approx. 150°F (66°C) About 1-1/2 seconds
B = approx. 140°F (60°C) Less than 5 seconds
A = approx. 130°F (54°C) About 30 seconds
= approx. 120°F (49°C) More than 5 minutes
LOW = approx. 80°F (27°C) - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
FIGURE 23.
Temperature Regulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water
temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F° (16.7 C°) higher
or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to
produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy space heating, clothes washing, dish washing, and other
sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon
contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently injured
by hot water than others. These include the elderly, children,
the inrm, or physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone using
hot water in your home ts into one of these groups or if there is
a local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water
at the hot water tap, then you must take special precautions. In
addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that
satises your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve,
should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or
at the water heater. Mixing valves are available at plumbing
supply or hardware stores. Follow manufacturer’s instructions for
installation of the valves. Before changing the thermostat setting,
see Figures 22 and 23. Using the lowest hot water temperature
that meets your needs will also provide the most energy efcient
operation of the water heater.
THE WATER HEATER SHOULD BE LOCATED IN AN AREA WHERE
THE GENERAL PUBLIC DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS. IF A SUITABLE
AREA IS NOT AVAILABLE, A COVER SHOULD BE INSTALLED
OVER THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT TAMPERING. Suitable
covers are available through the Sears Service Center.
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw
their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped person
unattended in a bathtub or shower.