IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
!DANGER!
WATER TEMPERATURE SETTING
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of a water heater’s remote control. Water temperatures above 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined on the label pictured below.
Notice:
Display shows °F only.
!D A N G E R
HOT
BURN
Water temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds.
Children, disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scalded.
See instruction manual before setting temperature at water heater.
Feel water before bathing or showering.
Temperature limiting valves are available, see manual.
PRIORITY
°F
POWER
ON/OFF
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Water Temperature | Time To Produce a Serious Burn |
120°F (49°C) | More than 5 minutes |
125°F (52°C) | 11/2 to 2 minutes |
130°F (54°C) | About 30 seconds |
135°F (57°C) | About 10 seconds |
140°F (60°C) | Less than 5 seconds |
145°F (63°C) | Less than 3 seconds |
150°F (66°C) | About 11/2 seconds |
155°F (68°C) | About 1 second |
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
The chart shown above may be used as a guide
in determining the proper water temperature for your home.
!DANGER: Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may require a 120°F (49°C) or lower temperature setting to prevent contact with “HOT” water.
Maximum water temperature occurs while burner is on. To find water temperature being delivered, turn on a hot water faucet and place a thermometer in the water stream and read the thermometer.
(See page 27 & 28 for more details.)
The temperature of the water at the outlet of the water heater can be regulated by setting the temperature on Remote Control. The remote control was set at 100°F (38°C) before it was shipped from the factory.
The illustration to the bottom left illustrates the Remote Control and how to adjust the water temperature.
Notice: The factory setting allows operating temperatures between 100°F (38°C) and 120°F (49°C). Temperatures of up to 180°F (82°C) can be achieved with the MAIN
Higher (Hotter) | Lower (Cooler) |
100 102 104 106 108 110 112 114 116 118 120* 125 130 135 140 150 160 170 180 °F 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 46 47 48 49* 52 54 57 60 66 71 77 82 °C
*Temperatures above 120°F (49°C) can be achieved by adjusting the dip switch. See page 35 for dip switch adjustment.
Notice: When this water heater is supplying general purpose hot water requirements for use by individuals, a thermostatically controlled mixing valve for reducing point of use water temperature is recommended to reduce the risk of scald injury. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for further information.
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