IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
DANGER!
water temperature setting
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of water heater. Water temperatures above 125°F can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined on the label pictured below. This label is also located on the water heater near the thermistor access panel.
!D A N G E R
HOT
BURN
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Temperature | Time To Produce a Serious Burn |
120°F (49°C) | More than 5 minutes |
125°F (52°C) | 1½ 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 (65°C) | About 1½ seconds |
155°F (68°C) | About 1 second |
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
The chart shown above may be used as a guide
in determining the proper water temperature for your home.
!DANGER: Households with small children, disabled,
or elderly persons may require a 120°F or lower thermostat setting to prevent contact with “HOT” water.
The temperature of the water in the heater is regulated by the water heater interface control. To comply with safety regulations the temperature was set at 122°F before the water heater was shipped from the factory.
Water temperature over 125°F can cause severe burns instantly or death from scalds.
Children, disabled and elderly are at highest risk of being scalded.
See instruction manual before setting temperature at water heater.
Feel water before bathing or showering.
Temperature limiting valves are available, see manual.
NOTICE: 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
Hotter Water
Cooler Water
CAUTIONRISK OF SCALDING INCREASES
WITH HOTTER WATER
TEMPERATURE
SETTING
OPERATION MODE | HEAT PUMP OFF |
Review operating manual before use. Operating procedures are outlined in the manual for optimal performance.
Temperatures
The illustration at the left shows the water temperature setting.
Refer to the Operating Instructions in this manual for detailed instructions in how to adjust the water temperature.
local plumbing authority for further information.
!DANGER: Hotter water increases the potential for Hot Water SCALDS.
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