Service and Adjustment (cont'd)
Thermostat Adjustments
On dual element models, both the upper and lower thermostats 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 different
water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in the
NOTE: It is not necessary to adjust the upper ther- mostat. However, if it is adjusted above the factory
set point of 120°F (Hot), it is recommended that it not be set higher than the lower thermostat setting.
To adjust the temperature setting for both upper and lower ther- mostats.
UPPER THERMOSTAT
1.Turn _OFF" the electric power to the water heater at the junction box.
A, WARNING
HAZARD OF ELECTRICAL SHOClO Before remov-
ing 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 BODILY INJURY, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
2.Take _OFF" the access panel and fold away the insulation.
3.The slotted adjustment (using a screwdriver) can be turned
dockwise (ff'_ to increase the temperature setting or
counter clockwise
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LOWER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE
THROUGH OPENING IN LOWER ACCESS PANEL
4.Fold the insulationback in place and replacethe access panel.
5.Turn "ON" the power supply.
LOWER THERMOSTAT
The adjustmentdial can be turned clockwise (_"_) to
increase the temperature setting or counter clockwise
(_'_ | to decrease the temperature setting. |
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