Operating Instructions
Temperature Regulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water rem- perature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.
This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at the mark approximating 120°F, the actual water temperature at any hot water tap could be as high as 150°F or as low as 90°E
Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water is needed for cleaning (bodies, dishes, clothing). Hot water will
present a scald hazard. Depending on the time element, and the
people involved (normaladults, children, toddlers, elderly, infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.
AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD:Water heatersareintendedto producehot waten Water heatedto a temperature whichwill satisfydutheswashing,dishwashing,and othersanitizing needs canscaldand permanentlyinjureyou uponcontact.Some peo-
ple am more likelyto be permanentlyinjured_ hot water than others.Theseincludetheelderly,children,themllrm,or physical- ly/montally handicappedIf. anyoneusinghotwater in yourhome fitsintoone ofthesegroupsor if there isa localcedeor state law requiringa certaintemperatorewater at the hotwatertap, then you musttake specialprecautionsIn. additionto usingthe lowest possibletemperature settingthat satisfiesyour hot vam_ needs, a meanssuchas a mixingvalve,shouldbe usedat the hot water tapsusedby these peopleor at the water heater,Mixingvalves are availableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestore_Followman- ufacturers instructionsfor installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the 'q'emperutureRegulation"sectionin this manual.
AWARNING
Never allow small children to usea hot vraJ_rtap, or to draw their own bath water. Never leavea childor handicappedper- ann unattendedin a bathtub or shower,
The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its
lowest position, to reduce the risk of scald injury. It is adjustable and must be reset to the desired temperature setting. The mark
(A)indicative of approximately 120°F is the preferred starting point. Some states have a requirement for a lower setting. If you need hotter water, follow directions for temperature adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this section.
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Turn the water temperature dial
PILOT
LIGHTING - Set here before lighting pilot.
•- Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F, which will supply hot water at the most economical temperatures. The tempera-
ture adjustment knob can be turned lower than 120°F if desired.
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 160°E It is recom- mended that the dialbe set lower whenever
possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
AWARNING
Shouldoverheating occur or the gas supplyfail to shut off, turn "OFF" the manualgascontrolvalveto the appliance.
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