Kenmore 334, 530 owner manual Temperature Regulation

Temperature Regulation

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

temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F ° (16.7 C °) higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.

Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water is needed for cleansing, cleaning, and sanitizing (bodies,

dishes, clothing). Untempered hot water can present a scald

hazard. Depending on the time element, and the people involved (adults, children, elderly, infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.

Water

temperature

over 125°F

(52°0) can cause severe burns

instantly resulting in severe injury

or death.

Children, the elderly, and the

physically

or

mentally

disabled

are at highest

dskforscaid

injury.

Feel water before bathing or

showering.

Temperature

limiting

valves

are

available.

Read instruction manual for safe

temperature

setting.

HOTTER

WATER CAN SCALD:

Water

heaters

are intended

to produce

hot water. Water heated

to

a

temperature

which

will satisfy

space heating,

clothes

washing,

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 manufacturer's instructions for installation of the valves. Before

changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the

Temperature Regulation section in this manual. See Figures 21 and 22.

THE WATER HEATER SHOULD BE LOCATED IN AN AREA WHERE THE GENERAL PUBLIC DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS.

IF A SUITABLE AREA IS NOT AVAILABLE, A COVER SHOULD

BE INSTALLED OVER THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT

TAMPERING. Suitable covers are available through the Sears Service Center.

Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped person unattended in a bathtub or shower.

NOTE: Awater temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C)

is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers.

The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its lowest position (OFF). It is adjustable and must be reset to the

desired temperature setting. The faceplate of the thermostat is

marked with approximate temperature settings. The preferred

starting point is approximately 120°F (49°C). Align the knob with

the desired water temperature as shown in Figure 21. There is a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is set too high. Some states have a requirement for a lower setting.

Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( t_ ) to increase the

temperature, or counterclockwise ( _ ) to decrease the temperature.

Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance.

THERMOSTAT

PIEZO	I_Y_ / _l(
iGNiTER--_---((_	__J_
GENERATOR

FIGURE 21.

I60°F	(71°C)	About		1/2 second
I50°F	(66°C)	About		1-1/2 seconds
I40°F	(60°C)	Less	than		5 seconds
I30°F	(54°C)	About		30	seconds
I20°F	(49°C)	More	than		5 minutes

VAC = approx. 80°F (27°C)

FIGURE 22.

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