GE SG60T12YVK Use and Care Manual - Page 19

Safety Instructions Installation Instructions Operating Instructions Adjustments The thermostatic gas valve is equipped for total regulation of the main burner and pilot gas pressures and does not require adjustment. Burner Adjustment The natural gas and liquified petroleum (LP) gas water heaters, equipped with the sheet metal burner, do not require adjustment. The natural gas and liquified petroleum (LP) gas water heater equipped with the cast iron burner, however, does require primary air adjustment at the time of installation. An air shutter is located at the air opening end of the burner. To adjust the burner, loosen air shutter screw and close to soften flame and open shutter to sharpen the flame. The proper flame should be soft blue, not yellow or with a hard blue center. Final air adjustment should be made after 5 minutes of continuous burning. DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for Hot Water SCALDS. Households with small children, disabled, or elderly persons may require a 120°F. or lower gas control (thermostat) 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 dial on the front of the gas control (thermostat). Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water temperature setting of the water heater's gas control (thermostat(s)). The lower the temperature setting, the greater the savings in energy and operating costs. To comply with safety regulations the gas control (thermostat) was factory set at 120°F. or less where local codes require. This is the recommended starting point. Water temperatures above 125°F. can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined in this manual and on the label on the water heater. This label is located on the water heater near the gas control (thermostat) access panel. 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. The chart below may be used as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for your home. Care and Cleaning Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Water Temperature 120°F 125°F 130°F 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute Time To Produce a Serious Burn More than 5 minutes 11/2 to 2 minutes About 30 seconds About 10 seconds Less than 5 seconds Less than 3 seconds About 11/2 seconds About 1 second 19