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factory setting on the thermostat, read the Temperature
Regulation section in this manual, see Figures 22 and 23.
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.
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
Short repeated heating cycles caused by small hot water uses
can cause temperatures at the point of use to exceed the
thermostat setting by up to 30°F (16.7°C). If you experience this
type of use you should consider using lower temperature
settings to reduce scald hazards.
Any water heater’s intended purpose is to heat water. Hot
water is needed for cleansing, cleaning, and sanitizing (bodies,
dishes, clothing). Untempered hot water can present a scald
hazard. Depending on the time element, and the people
involved (adults, children, elderly, infirm, etc.) scalding may occur
at different temperatures.
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to
produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy 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 infirm,
or physically/mentally handicapped. If anyone using hot water
in your home fits 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
satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing
valve, shall 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, see Figure 8 on page 9 and Figure
15 on page 13. Valves for reducing point of temperature by
mixing cold and hot water are also available. Consult Maytag
Customer Service (1-800-788-8899). Follow manufacturer’s
instructions for installation of the valves. Before changing the