Kenmore Power Miser 12 153.320493 HT - Manual (Page 16)

Service and Adjustment
Temperature Regulation
A WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem­
perature which will satisfy space heating, clothes washing,
dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and
permanently 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
physically/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 tem­
perature water at the hot water tap, then you must take
special precautions. In addition to using the lowest possi­
ble temperature 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
hardware stores. Follow manufacturers instructions for
installation of the valves. Before changing the factory set­
ting
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 handi­
capped person unattended in a bathtub or shower.
Thermostats
The thermostat(s) of this water heater have been factory set at
their lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) to reduce
the risk of scald injury.
The upper thermostat is factory set at its lowest 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.
The lower thermostat is factory set at its lowest 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.
Temperature Settings
HOT-ls a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F,
which will supply hot water at the most economi­
cal 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
:d that the dial be set lowi is recommended
ever possible.
: lower when-
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120“—140“F recom­
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
Upper Thermostat
Adjustment
NOTE: It is not necessary to adjust the upper thermostat.
However, if it is adjusted above the factory set point of
120“F (HOT) it is recommended that it not he set higher
than the lower thermostat setting.
The upper thermostat is adjustable if a different water tempera­
ture
is desired. Read all warnings in the “Temperature-
Regulation” section before proceeding.
1. Turn “OFF” the electrical power to the water heater at the
junction box,
2. Take “OFF” the access panel.
3. The slotted adjustment (u.sing a screwdriver) can be turned
clockwise to increase the temperature setting or
counter clockwise ( to decrease the temperature set­
ting.
4. Replace the access panel.
5. Turn “ON” the power supply.
UPPER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE
BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL
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