Kenmore 153.332111, 153.332419, 153.332463, 153.332363, 153.332319 Temperature Regulation, Water

Operating Instructions (cont'd)

Temperature Regulation

Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tem-

erature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or ro_werat 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 (normal adults, children, toddlers, elderly, infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.

AWARNING

HOTTER WATERCAN SCALD:Water heatersare intendedto

producehot water. Water heatedto a temperature whichwill satisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing,and other sanitizingneeds canscaldand permanentlyinjureyou uponcontact.Some peo- ple are more likelyto be permanentlyinjuredbyhot water than

others.Theseincludetheelderly,children,the infirm,or physical. ly/mentally handicappedIf. anyoneusinghotwater in yourhome fitsintooneofthese groupsor ifthere isa localcodeor statelaw requiring a certaintemperaturewater at the hot water tap,then youmust take specialprecautionsIn. additionto usingthe lowest possibletemperaturesettingthat satisfiesyourhot water needs, a meanssuchas a mixingvalve,shouldbe usedat the hot water

tapsusedby thesepeopleor at the water heater.Mixingvalves are availableat plumbingsupplyor hardwarestoresFollowman.- ufacturers instructionsfor installationof the valves. Before

changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the 'q'emperatureRegulation"sectionin this manual.

AWARNING]

Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw I their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped per- I

sonunattended in 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 (at) 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.

Turn	the water	temperature dial clockwise (_"_)		to decrease
the	temperature,	or counterclockwise	(_'_)	to increase the
temperature.

PILOT LIGHTING Set here before attempting to light pilot.

A-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°E which will supply hot water at the

most economical temperatures. The

temperature adjustment knob can be turned lower than 120°F if desired.

A-Isa thermostat setting of approximately 130°E

B-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140°E

C-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°E

VERYHOT- Is a thermostat setting of 160°F. It is recommended 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 gas supplyfail to shut off, turn "OFF" the manual gascontrolvalveto the appliance.

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