Service and Maintenance
Temperature Regulation
_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
people are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. These include the elderly,
children, the infirm, or physically/mentally handi- capped. 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 pre- cautions. 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 manu-
tacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermo-
stat, 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 person | unattended in a |
tub or shower. | J |
Thermostats
The thermostats 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 and lower thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which approximates 1200F (Hot) and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding.
LOWER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE
THROUGH OPENING IN LOWER ACCESS PANEL
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NOTE: Water temperature range of
UPPER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE
BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL
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