Kenmore 153.336962, 153.336262 Temperature Regulation, Installed Over the Thermostat to Prevent

Temperature Regulation

Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water

temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F ° (16.7 C °) higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.

Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water is needed for cleansing, cleaning, and sanitizing (bodies,

dishes, clothing). Untempered hot water can present a scald

hazard. Depending on the time element, and the people

involved (adults, children, elderly, infirm, etc.)scalding may occur at different temperatures.

Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death

Children, the elderly, and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest fiskforscald injury,

Fed water before bathing or showering,

Temperature limiting valves are available_

Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting,

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to

produce

hot water.

Water

heated to a temperature

which will

satisfy

space

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
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, 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 manufacturer's instructions for installation of the valves. Before

changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the

Temperature Regulation section in this manual, see Figures 21 and 22.

THE WATER HEATER SHOULD BE LOCATED IN AN AREA WHERE THE GENERAL PUBLIC DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS.

IF ASUITABLEAREA IS NOTAVAtLABLE,A COVER SHOULD BE

INSTALLED OVER THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT

TAMPERING. Suitable covers are available through the Sears Service Center.

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.

NOTE: A water temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C)

is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers.

The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its

lowest position (PILOT LIGHTING). It is adjustable and must

be reset to the desired temperature setting to reduce the risk of

scald injury. The mark (A) indicative of approximately 120°F

(49°C) is preferred starting point. Some states have a

requirement for a lower setting.

Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( G ) to decrease

the temperature, or counterclockwise ( _ ) to increase the temperature.

Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance.

		FIGURE 21,
VERY HOT= approx.160°F(71°C)			About	1/2 second
C = approx.	150°F (66°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
A = approx.	120°F	(49°C)	More	than	5 minutes
LOW = approx. 80°F (27°C)
		FIGURE	22.

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