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Service and Maintenance

Temperature Regulation

_WARNING

HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a

temperature which will satisfy 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 handi- capped. 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 pre- cautions. In addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve, should 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 manu-

tacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermo-

stat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in this manual.

AWARNING

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 bath-I
tub or shower.	J

Thermostats

The thermostats of this water heater have been factory set at their lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) to reduce the risk of scald injury.

The upper and lower thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which approximates 1200F (Hot) and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding.

LOWER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE

THROUGH OPENING IN LOWER ACCESS PANEL

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HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F, which will supply hot water at the most eco- nomicaltemperatures.

A-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°F.

B-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140°F.

C-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 1500F.

VERY HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 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.

UPPER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE

BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL

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