Temperature regulation (cont’d), Temperature settings, Thermostat adjustment – State P6 20 10 MS K User Manual
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Temperature Regulation (cont’d)
2. Take “OFF” the access panel(s).
3. Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (
) to
increase the temperature, or counter clockwise (
)
to decrease the temperature.
4. Replace the access panel(s).
5. Turn “ON” the power supply.
Temperature Settings
HOT– Is a thermostat setting of approximately
120°F, which will supply hot water at the
most economical temperatures.
A– Is a thermostat setting of approximately
130°F.
B– Is a thermostat setting of approximately
140°F.
C– Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°F.
VERY HOT– Is a thermostat setting of approximately
160°F. It is recommended that the dial be set
lower whenever possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°—140°F recom-
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
WARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK! Before removing any
access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the
electrical supply to the water heater is turned “OFF”.
Failure to do this could result in DEATH, SERIOUS BODI-
LY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
Thermostat Adjustment
On dual element models, both the upper and lower ther-
mostats have been factory set at HOT (approximately
120°F) to reduce the risk of scald injury.
The upper and lower thermostats are adjustable if a differ-
ent water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in the
“Temperature-Regulation” section before proceeding.
To adjust the temperature setting for both upper and lower
thermostats:
NOTE: It is not necessary to adjust the upper thermostat.
However, if it is adjusted above the factory set point
(120°F/HOT) it is recommended that it not be set higher
than the lower thermostat setting.
1. Turn “OFF” the electrical power to the water heater at
the junction box.
Thermostats
ADJUSTABLE UPPER THERMOSTAT
BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL
(DUAL ELEMENT MODELS ONLY)
The lower thermostat is factory set at a position which
approximates 120°F (HOT) and is adjustable if a different
water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this
manual and on the water heater before proceeding.
ADJUSTABLE LOWER
THERMOSTAT
(For dual element models)
ADJUSTABLE LOWER
THERMOSTAT
WITH HIGH LIMIT
The thermostat(s) of this water heater have been factory
set at a position which approximates 120°F (HOT) to
reduce the risk of scald injury.
The upper thermostat is factory set at a position which
approximates 120°F (HOT) and is adjustable if a different
water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this
manual and on the water heater before proceeding.