Kenmore 32986 Owners Manual - Page 17

Temperature Regulation Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death. Children, the elderly, and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest risk for scald injury. Feel water before bathing or showering Temperature limiting valves are available. Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which will satisfy 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 Ioca! 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 your hot water needs, some type of tempering device, such as a mixing valve, should 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 of the thermostat, read the "Temperature Regulation" section in this manual. 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. Thermostat The thermostats of this water heater HOT a position which approximates the risk of scald injury. have been factory set at 120°F (49°C). to reduce The upper thermostat is factory set at HOT a position which approximates 120°F (49°C) and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read al! warnings in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding. The lower thermostat is factory set at HOT a position which approximates 120°F (49°C) and is adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heating before proceeding. ADJUSTABLE LOWERTHERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT (3 W{RE LEAD MODELS) ADJUSTABLE LOWER THERMOSTAT (2 WIRE LEAD MODELS) FIGURE 27. Temperature Settings HOT - A- BCVERY HOT Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F (49°C), which will supply hot water at the most economical temperatures. Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°F (54°C). Is the thermostat setting of approximately 140°F (6O°C). Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°F (65°C). Is a thermostat setting of approximately 160°F (71°C). It is recommended that the dial be set lower whenever possible. NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°--140°F (49°o60°C) recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers. VERY HOT = APPROX.160°F (71°C) C = APPROX.150°F (65°C) B = APPROX. I40'T (60'_C) A = APPROX.130°F (54°C) HOT = APPROX.120°F (49°C) About 1/2 second About 1-1/2 seconds Less than 5 seconds About 30 seconds More than 5 minutes Upper and Lower Thermostat Adjustments Refer to thermostat illustrations under "Thermostat" section ADJUSTABLE UPPER THERMOSTAT FIGURE 26. 17 Before removing any access panels or servicing the water heater, make sure the electrical supply to the water heater is turned "OFF". Failure to do this could result in death, serious bodily injury, or property damage.