Kenmore 153.330702, 153.330502, 153.330752, 153.330552 Instructions Contd, Temperature Regulation

Operating	Instructions	(cont'd)
Temperature	Regulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tern-		Turn the water	temperature dial clockwi_["_)	to decrease
perature in certain situations	may vary up to 30°F higher or	the temperature,	or counterclockwise (€"	"_) to increase the
lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.		temperature.

This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at the mark approximating 120°E 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 (normal adults, children, toddlers, elderly, infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.

_i, WARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD:Water heatersareintendedto

producehot water Water heatedto a temperature whichwill satisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing,and other sanitizingneeds canscaldand permanentlyinjureyou upon contact.Somepeo- ple are more likelyto be permanentlyinjuredbyhot water than others.Theseincludethe elderly,children,the infirm,or physical. ly/mentally handicappedIf. anyoneusinghot water in your home fitsintoone ofthesegroupsor ifthere isa localcodeor statelaw requiring a certaintemperature water at the hotwater tap,then you musttake specialprecautionsIn. additionto usingthe lowest mssibletemperaturesettingthat satisfiesyour hot water needs,

ameans suchas a mixingvalve,shouldbe usedat the hot water tapsused by these peopleor at the water heater.Mixingvalves

are availableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestores.Followman- ufacturersinstructionsfor installation of the valves.Before

changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation"sectioninthismanual.

AWARNING

Never allow small childrento usea hot water tap, or to draw

their own bath water. Never leavea childor handicappedper- sonunattendedin 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, lfyou need hotter water, follow directions for temperature adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this section.

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&sired.

A- Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°E

B - Is a thermostat setting of approximately I40°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 dial be set lower whenever

possible.

NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°--140°F recom-

mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.

AWARNING

Should overheatingoccur or the gassupplyfail to shut off, turn "OFF" the manualgascontrolvalveto the appliance.

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