Kenmore 153O327165_' 30 GAT Service and Adjustment, ThermostatsAdjustment, Temperature Regulation

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Service and Adjustment

Temperature Regulation

AWARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are

intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem- perature which will satisfyspace 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 changingthe 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-

cappedperson unattended n a bathtub or shower.

The lower thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) andis adjustable if a different water temperature is desired, Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding.

Temperature Settings

HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately ]20°F, which wilt supply hot Water a(the most economi- cal temperatures,

A-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°E

B-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140°E

C--Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°E

VERY HOT- Is,a thermostat setting of approximately 160oh It is recommended that the dial be set lower

whenever possible,

NOTE: Water temperature range of I20°--140°F recom- mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.

Upper Thermostat

ThermostatsAdjustment

l'he 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 (dual element models only) is factory set at its lowest position which approximates t20°F (Hot) and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heating before pro- ceeding,

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NOTE: It is not necessary to adjust the upper thermostat. However_ if it is adjusted above the factory set point of 120°F (HOT) is is recommended that it not be 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

In _Furn "OFF" the electrical power to the water heater at the junction box°

2, Take "OFF" the access panel°

3.The slotted adjustment (using a screwdriver) can be turned ctoclcwise (_-_ _.,.J) to increase the temperature setting or

counter cloclcwls'e_ (_..fli) to decrease the temperature setungo

4, Replace the access panel

5. Turn "ON" the power supply,,

(DUAL ELEHENT HODELS ONLY)

UPPER THERHOSTAT ADJUSTABLE

BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL

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153327465 40 GAL, 153.327865, 327266_J 40 GAI SHORT, 153 327566 50 GAE, 153327265 40 GA! SHORT specifications

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