Sears 153.33625, T53, 33631I, 336350 30 GAL, 153.33685, 153.33675, 153.336411 Temperature Regulation

Operating Instructions (cont'd)

Temperature Regulation

Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tem- _erature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or ower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.

This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at the mark approximating 120 ° F, the actual water temperature at any hot water tap could be as high as 150°F or as low as 90°E

Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water is needed for cleaning (bodies, dishes, clothing). HOt water will present a scald hazard. Depending on the time element, and the

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

Turn the water temperature dial clockwise_f_",) to decrease

the temperature, or counterclockwise (€_ -"_) to increase the

temperature.

AWARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to _roduce hot water, Water heated to a temperature which will satisfyclothes washing, dishwashing,and other sanitizing needs

can scaldand permanently injure you upon contact. Some peo- ple are more likely to be permanently injured by hot water than others. These includethe elderly, children,the infirm, or physical- ly/mentally handicapped. If anyone usinghot water in your home fits into one of these groupsor if there isa local code or state law requiring a certain temperature water at the hot water tap, then youmust take specialprecautions.In addition to usingthe lowest _ossibletemperature setting that satisfiesyour hot water needs, a means suchas a mixing valve,should be used at the hot water taps used by these people or at the water heater, Mixing valves are availableat plumbing supplyor hardware stores. Followman- ufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before

changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the

'_remperatureRegulation" section in this manual.

_,WARNING

Never allow small childran to use a hot water tap, or to draw

their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped per- son unattended in a bathtub or shower.

The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its lowest position, ro reduce the risk of scald injury. It is adjustable and must be reset to the desired temperature setting. The mark

(V)HOT indicative of approximately !20°F is the preferred

starting, point. Some states have a requirement for a lower set- ring. I_you need hotter water, follow directions for temperature

adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this section.

O;

1 r HOT- ts a thermostat setting of approximately 120°E which will supply hot water at the most econom_

ical temperatures. The temperature adjustment

knob can be turned lower than "HOT" if desired.

A - is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°E

B - Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140°E

This is the lowest setting for supply of l';orwater to dishwashers.

C - Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°E

VERY HOT - Is a thermostat setting of !60°E It is recommend- ed that the dial be set lower whenever possible.

AWARNING

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

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