Bradford White M-I-MH40T6FLX - Manual (Page 12)

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This water heater can deliver scalding temperature water at any faucet in the system.
Be careful whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury. Certain appliances such
as dishwashers and automatic clothes washers may require increased temperature
water. By setting the thermostat on this water heater to obtain the increased
temperature water required by these appliances, you may create the potential for scald
injury. To protect against injury, you should install an ASSE approved mixing valve in
the water system. This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by mixing cold
and hot water in branch supply lines. Such valves are available from the manufacturer
of this water heater or a local plumbing supplier. Please consult with a plumbing
professional.
WARNING
Hydrogen gas can be produced in an operating water heater that has not had
water drawn from the tank for a long period of time (generally two weeks or
more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable. To prevent the possibility of
injury under these conditions, we recommend the hot water faucet to be
open for several minutes at the kitchen sink before you use any electrical
appliance which is connected to the hot water system. If hydrogen is
present, there will be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the
pipes as hot water begins to flow. Do not smoke or have open flame near the
faucet at the time it is open.
APPROXIMATE TIME/TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS
120°F (49°C) More than 5 minutes
125°F (52°C) 1½ 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 1½ seconds
155°F (68°C) About 1 second
can cause severe burns
are at highest risk of being
Children, disabled and elderly
instantly or death from scalds.
Water temperature over 125°F
Feel water before bathing or
before setting temperature
are available.
showering.
Temperature limiting valves
Review this instruction manual
at water heater.
scalded.