GE SG60T12YVK Use and Care Manual - Page 4

Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Instructions 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's thermostat. 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. Care and Cleaning ! DANGER HOT BURN 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 local plumbing authority for further information. 4 Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds Water Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn 120°F 125°F 130°F 135°F 140°F 145°F 150°F 155°F Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute 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 The chart shown above may be used as a guide in determining the proper water temperature for your home. NOTICE: 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. Maximum water temperatures occur just after burner has shut off. To find hot water temperature being delivered, turn on a hot water faucet and place a thermometer in the hot water stream and read the thermometer. The temperature of the water in the heater can be regulated by setting the temperature dial on the front of the gas control (thermostat). To comply 130°F. with safety regulations 120°F. the gas control 110°F. (thermostat) was set at 140°F. WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE LIGHTING 100°F. its lowest setting before 90°F. water heater was shipped 150°F. 160°F. HOT CA WAR UTION R LD T H W E HO ATE R RISK TTE OI NFCSRC A EA S ES INJURY ON M VACATI 80°F. from the factory. 70°F. The illustration at the left 60°F. details the approximate water temperature for each mark on the gas Temperatures are approximate control (Thermostat) Temperature Dial. ! DANGER: Hotter water increases the Potential for Hot Water SCALDS. Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service