Operating the water heater:
Safety Precautions
Do turn off manual gas
to shut off.
Do Not turn on water heater unless water and gas supplies are fully opened.
Do Not turn on water heater if cold water supply
Do Not allow combustible materials such as newspaper, rags or mops to accumulate near water heater.
Do Not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids, such as adhesives or paint thinner, in vicinity of this or any other appliance.
If such flammables must be used, open doors and windows for ventilation, and all gas burning appliances in the vicinity should be shut off including their pilot lights, to avoid vapors lighting.
NOTICE: Flammable vapors can be drawn by air currents from surrounding areas to the water heater.
If there is any difficulty in understanding or following the Operating Instructions or the Care and Cleaning section, it is recommended that a qualified person or serviceman perform the work.
!DANGER: There is a hot water scald potential if the temperature is set too high. Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may require a 120°F (49°C) or lower temperature setting to prevent contact with HOT water.
Water Temperature Setting
The temperature of the water in the water heater can be regulated by setting the temperature on the front of the remote control.
Safety factors should be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the water heater’s remote control.
The remote control was set at 100°F (38°C) before the water heater was shipped from the factory. This is the recommended starting point.
Water temperatures above 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns or death from
scalding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined in this manual and on the label located on the water heater.
Mixing valves are available for reducing point of use water temperature by mixing hot and cold water in branch water lines. Contact a licensed plumber or the local plumbing authority for further information. (See page 4 for more details.)
The chart below may be used as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for your home.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Water Temperature | Time To Produce a Serious Burn |
120°F (49°C) | More than 5 minutes |
125°F (52°C) | 11/2 to 2 minutes |
130°F (54°C) | About 30 seconds |
135°F (57°C) | About 10 seconds |
140°F (60°C) | Less than 5 seconds |
145°F (63°C) | Less than 3 seconds |
150°F (66°C) | About 11/2 seconds |
155°F (68°C) | About 1 second |
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
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