Kenmore 153.337213 - Manual (Page 19)

Operating Instructions (cont’d)
Temperature Regulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tem­
perature 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 arhustment dial is set at
the mark approximating 120° F, the actual water temperature at
any hot water tap coulabe as high as 150°F or as low as 90°E
Any water heater’s intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water
is needed for cleaning (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.
AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to
prt^uce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which wiii
satisfy dothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs
can staid find peimanendy injure you upon contact Some peo-
pie are more iikely to be permanently injured by hot water than
others. These include the elderly, children, the infirm, or physicaJ-
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 c«^n 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 mbdng valve, should be used at the hot water
taps us^ by these pe^le or at the water heater. Mbdng valves
are available at plumiMng supply or hardware stores. Folkw man­
ufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
'Temperature Regulation” section in this manual.
AWARNING__________________ ^
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw
their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped pet^
son unattended in a bathtub or shower.
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
(A) HOT indicative of approximately 120°F is the preferred
starting point. Some states nave a requirement for a lower set­
ting. If you need hotter water, follow directions for temperature
Turn the water temperature dial clockwise {(' \) to decrease
the temperature, or counterclockwise (/'"'^^) to increase the
temperature.
PILOT LIGHTING-Set here before attempting to light pilot.
A HOT—Is a thermostat setting of approximately
120°F, which will supply hot water at the
most economical temperatures. The
temperature adjustment knob can be
turned lower than “HOT” if desired,
A-Is a thermostat setting of approximately
130°F.
B-Is a thermostat setting of approximately
140°F. This is the lowest setting for
supply of hot water to dishwashers.
C-Is a thermostat setting of approximately
150°F.
VERY HOT-Is a thermostat setting of 160°F. It is
recommended that the dial be set lower
whenever possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120“-
mended by most dishwasher manufiteturers.
-140"F recom-
AWARNING
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off,
turn “OFF” the manual gas control valve to the appliance.
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