GE GEH50DXSRGA - Manual (Page 2)

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING!
For your safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to
prevent property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.
Be sure to read and understand the entire Owner’ s Manual before attempting to install or operate this water heater. It may
save you time and cost. Pay particular attention to the Safety Instructions. Failure to follow these warnings could result in
serious bodily injury or death. Should you have problems understanding the instructions in this manual, or have any questions,
STOP and get help from a qualified service technician or the local electric utility.
WATER TEMPERATURE ADjUSTMENT
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting via the water
heater’s user interface. Water temperatures above 125°F can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read
and follow the warnings outlined on the label pictured below. This label is also located on the water heater near the top of the
tank.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Temperature Time to Produce a Serious Burn
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
!
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°C) can cause severe burns
instantly or death from scalds.
The electronic temperature control
setting usually approximates tap
water temperature. However, factors
could cause water temperature to
reach 160°F (71°C) regardless of
the control setting. Always feel
water before bathing and showering.
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.
The chart shown above may be used as a guide in determining
the proper water temperature for your home.
NOTE: Households with small children, disabled or elderly
persons may require a 120°F (49°C) or lower thermostat
setting to prevent contact with “HOT” water.
DANGER:
There is a Hot Water SCALD Potential
if the control water temperature is set too high.
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.
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