Operating instructions (contad), Temperature regulation, A warning – Kenmore 153.335963 User Manual
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Operating Instructions (contad)
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
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°K
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.
A WARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to
produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will
satisfy clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs
can scald and permanently injure you upon contact Some peo
ple are more lil«ly to be perrnanently 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 temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs,
a means such as a mixing valve, should 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 man
ufacturers instructions for instailation of the valves. Before
changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
‘Temperature Regulation” section in this manual.
A WARNING
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw
their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped per
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
(T)
HOT
indicative
of
approximately
120°F
is
the
preferred
starting
point.
Some
states
have
a
requirement
for
a
lower
set
ting.
If
you
need
hotter
water,
follow
directions
for
temperature
adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this section.
Turn the water temperature dial clockwise
to decrease
the temperature, or counterclockwise
to increase the
temperature.
T HOT-
Is
a
thermostat
setting
of
approximately
120°F,
which will supply hot water at the most economi
cal
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 I40“F.
C- Is a thermostat setting of approximately 1 50°F.
VERY HOT-
Is a thermostat setting of 160“F. It is recommend
ed that the dial be set lower whenever possible,
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°-140°F recom
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
A WARNING
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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