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This water heater can deliver scalding temperature water at any faucet in the system. Be careful whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury. Certain appliances, such as dishwashers and automatic clothes washers, may require increased temperature water. By setting the thermostat on this water heater to obtain increased temperature water required by these appliances, you may create the potential for scald injury. To protect against injury, you should install an ASSE approved mixing valve in the water system. This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by mixing cold and hot water 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.
Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds.
Children, disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scalded.
Review this instruction manual before setting temperature
at water heater.
Feel water before bathing or showering.
Temperature limiting valves are available.
APPROXIMATE TIME/TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS
120°F (49°C) | More than 5 minutes |
125°F (52°C) | 1½ 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 1½ seconds |
155°F (68°C) | About 1 second |
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