Kenmore 153.337514, 153.337863, 153.337963 Temperature Regulation, Operating Instructions contd

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 _o_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 actuoal,,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.

Turn the water temperature dial clockwise (("-_) to decrease

the temperature, or counterclockwise (€_) to increase the temperature.

_,WARNING

HOTTER WATERCAN SCALD:Water heatersare intendedto

producehot water. Water heatedto a temperaturewhichwill satisfyclotheswashing,dishwashing,and other sanitizingneeds can scaldand permanentlyinjureyou uponcontact.Somepeo- ple are more likelyto be permanentlyinjuredbyhot water than

others.Theseincludethe eld_.dy,children,the infirm,or physical- ly/mentallyhandicappedIf. anyoneusinghot water in your home fitsintoone ofthese groupsor if there isa localcodeor statelaw requiringa certaintemperaturew_er at the hot watertap,then you musttake specialprecautionsIn. additionto usingthe lowest possibletemperaturesetting that satisfiesyourhot water needs, a meanssuchasa 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"sectioninthis manual.

_,WARNING

I Never allow smallchildrento usea hot water _ or to draw

their own bath water. Never leavea childor handicappedper- son 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.

PILOT LIGHTING-Set here before attempting to light pilot.

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

most economical temperatures. The

temperature 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°F. It is

recommended that the dial be set lower

whenever possible.

NOTE.• Water temperature _ange of 120 o --140 o F recom- mended by most dishwasher r_atnufacturers.

_,WARNING

Shouldoverheadngoccur or the gas supplyfail to shut off, turn "OFF" the manualgascontrolvalveto the appliance,

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