Kenmore 32656 Owners Manual - Page 16

Service and Adjustment Temperature Regulation &WARNING HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy space heating, 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 handicapped. 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 precautions. In addition to using the lowest possible temperature setting that satisfies _'our hot water needs, a means such as a mixing valve, shall 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 manufacturers instructions for installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in this manual. &WARNING 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 bathtub or shower. Thermostats The thermostats of this water heater have been factory set at a position which approximates 120°F (HOT) to reduce the risk of scald injury. The upper thermostat is factory set at a position which approximates 120°F (HOT) and is adjustable if a dilrlerent water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding. _ 4 The lower thermostat is factory set at a position which approximates 120°F (HO13 and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding. Z @ 4 ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT (2 wire lead models) ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT (3 wire lead models) Temperature Settings HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F, which will supply hot water at the most economi- cal temperatures. A-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°E B-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140°E C-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°E VERY HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 160°E It is recommended that the dial be set lower when- ever possible. NOTE: Water temperature mended by most dishwasher range of 120°--140°F manufacturers. recom- © ADJUSTABLE UPPER THERMOSTAT t60°F 150°F 140°F 130°F 120°F ABout 1/2 seconds ABout I - 1/2 seconds Lessthan 5 seconds About 30 seconds Hore than 5 minutes 16