State GS6 65 XRRT - Manual (Page 16)

Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the
water temperature in certain situations may vary up to
30°F higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs,
showers, sink, etc.
This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is
set at the mark approximating 120°F, the actual water
temperature at any hot water tap could be as high as
150°F or as low as 90°F.
Any water heater’s intended purpose is to heat water. Hot
water is needed for cleansing, cleaning, and sanitizing
(bodies, dishes, clothing). Hot water will present a scald
hazard. Depending on the time element, and the people
involved (normal adults, children, toddlers, elderly,
infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.
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
setting. The mark ( ▲ ) indicative of approximately 120°F
is preferred starting point. Some states have a requirement
for a lower setting. If you need hotter water, follow direc-
tions for temperature adjustment, but beware of the warn-
ings in this section.
Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( ) to
decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise ( )
to increase the temperature.
Temperature Regulation
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WARNING
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 perma-
nently 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 physical-
ly/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 tem-
perature 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 hard-
ware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for instal-
lation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on
the thermostat, read the “Temperature Regulation” sec-
tion in this manual.
WARNING
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to
draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or hand-
icapped person unattended in a bathtub or shower.
WARNING
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut
off, turn “OFF” the manual gas control valve to the
appliance.
PILOT LIGHTING – Set here before attempting to light
pilot.
Time to Produce 2nd &
3rd Degree Burns on
Temperature Setting Adult Skin
VERY HOT= approx. 160°F About 1/2 second
C= approx. 150°F About 1-1/2 seconds
B= approx. 140°F Less than 5 seconds
A= approx. 130°F About 30 seconds
▲= approx. 120°F More than 5 minutes
LOW= approx. 80°F
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NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°–140°F recom-
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.