Maytag HRE41282T, HRE11240S, HRE41250S Service and Maintenance, Temperature Regulation, Thermostat

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SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE

Temperature Regulation

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 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 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, some type of tempering device, 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 manufacturers instructions for installation of the valves, Before changing the factory setting of the thermostat, read the “Temperature Regulation” section in this manual.

Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped person unattended in a bathtub or shower.

Thermostat

The thermostats of this water heater have been factory set at the “HOT” position which approximates 120°F (49°C). The thermostats are adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding.

UPPER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE

BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL

FIGURE 27.

LOWER THERMOSTAT

WITH HIGH LIMIT

LOWER THERMOSTAT

WITHOUT HIGH LIMIT

FIGURE 28.

Temperature Settings

HOT – Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F (49°C), which will supply hot water at the most economical temperatures.

A – Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°F (54°C).

B – Is the thermostat setting of approximately 140°F (60°C).

C – Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°F (65°C).

VERY – Is a thermostat setting of approximately HOT 160°F (71°C). It is recommended that the dial be

set lower whenever possible.

NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°—140°F (49°-60°C) recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers.

 

Time to Produce

 

2nd & 3rd Degree

Temperature Setting

Burns on Adult Skin

VERY HOT = APPROX.160°F (71°C)

About 1/2 second

C = APPROX.150°F (65°C)

About 1-1/2 seconds

B = APPROX.140°F (60°C)

Less than 5 seconds

A = APPROX.130°F (54°C)

About 30 seconds

HOT = APPROX.120°F (49°C)

More than 5 minutes

Thermostat Adjustments

The upper and lower thermostats have been factory set at HOT approximately 120°F (49°C) to reduce the risk of scald injury.

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