Service and Adjustment
Temperature Regulation
AWARNING
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
changingthe factory setting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in this manual.
AWARNING
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or handi-
cappedperson unattended in a bathtub or shower.
The lower thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding.
Temperature Settings
VERY
is recommended that the dial be set lower when-
ever possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
Thermostats
The thermostats of this water heater have been factory set at
their lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) to reduce the risk of scald injury.
The upper thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which
approximates 120°F (Hot) and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding.
Upper Thermostat
Adjustment
NOTE: It is not necessary to adjust the upper thermostat. However, if it is adjusted above the factory set point of 120°F (HOT) is is recommended that it not be set higher than the lower thermostat setting.
The upper thermostat is adjustable if a different water tempera-
ture is desired. Read all warnings in the "Temperature- Regulation" section before proceeding.
1, Turn "OFF" the electrical power to the water heater at the junction box.
2.Take "OFF" the access panel.
3.The slotted adjustment (using a screwdriver) can be turned
clockwise (*%..___) to increase the temperature setting or
cou.nter clockwise (_..._) to decrease the temperature setting.
4.Replace the access panel.
5. Turn "ON" the power supply.
UPPER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE
BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL
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