WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
1.The aquastat controls the maximum water temperature in the tank. The differential is a fixed 5°F with a 160°F maximum setting, set at the factory to 120°F.
WARNING
SCALDING
This water heater can deliver scalding temperature water at any faucet in the system. Be careful whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury. By setting the aquastat on this water heater to obtain an increased water temperature, you may create the potential for scald injury. To protect against injury, you should install an ASSE approved mixing valve (a device to limit the temperature of water to protect against scald injury via mixing hot and cold water supply) in the water system. This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature in branch supply lines. Such valves are available from the manufacturer of this water heater or a local plumbing supplier. Please consult with a plumbing professional.
Table 7 details the approximate relationship of water temperature and time with regard to scald injury and may be used as a guide in determining the safest water temperature for your applications.
APPROXIMATE
TIME/TEMPERATURE
RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS
120°F More than 5 minutes
125°F 1 ½ to 2 minutes
130°F About 30 seconds
135°F About 10 seconds
140°F Less than 5 seconds
145°F Less than 3 seconds
150°F About 1 ½ seconds
155°F About 1 second
Table 7 – Scald Relationships
Figure 6 - Scald Warning
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