Kenmore 153.31624, 153.327240HT Service and Adjustment, Temperature Regulation, Thermostats

Service and Adjustment

Temperature Regulation

A WARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem- perature which will satisfy space heating, clothes wash- ing, 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 manufactur- ers instructions for installation of the valves. Before

changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in this manual.

ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT (DUAL ELEMENT MODELS ONLY)

AWARNING

Never allow small childrento usea hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water. Never leavea childor handi- cappedpersonunattendedn a bathtubor shower.

Thermostats

The thermostat(s) of this water heater have been factory set at their lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) to reduce the risk of scald injury.

NOTE: It is not necessary to adjust the upper ther- mostat. However, if it is adjusted above the factory set point 120OF (Hot) it is recommended that it not be set higher than the lower thermostat setting.

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UPPER THERMOSTAT

(DUAL ELEMENT MODELS ONLY)

ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT

(SINGLE ELEMENT MODELS ONLY)

The lower thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) andis adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding.

Temperature Settings

HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F, which will supply hot water at the most economi- cal temperatures.

A-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°E

B-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140°E

C-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°E

VERY HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 160°E It is recommended that the dial be set lower when-

ever possible.

NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°--140°F recom- mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.

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