Kenmore 33125 Owners Manual - Page 19

Temperature Regulation Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F ° (16.7 C °) higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. Water temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury ordeath. Children, the elderly, and the physically or mentally disabled are at highest riskforscald injury, Feel water before bathing or showering, Temperature limiting valves are available Read instruction manual for safe temperature setting. NOTE: Awater temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C) is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers. The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its lowest position. It is adjustable and must be reset to the desired temperature setting for energy efficient operation at the minimum water temperature setting that meets your hot water needs. To reduce the risk of scald injury, 120°F (49°C) is preferred starting point. Some states have a requirement for a lower setting. Align the index bar on the thermostat temperature as shown in Figure 21. with the desired water Turn the water temperature dial clockwise the temperature, or counterclockwise (_ temperature. ( f'_ ) to increase ) to decrease the Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance. Robertshaw Gas Valve _,,_,__Gas Reset ---4_-_._L_. Button _=_ -- _,.u - Control Dial Stop Knob 130°F Bar 140°F _. i_/ Bar q 120°F / Bar 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 your hot water needs, a means 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 manufacturer's instructions for installation of the valves. Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat See Figures 21 and 22. Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped unattended in a bathtub or shower. person _"----2C2_/_ _'-Temperature Dial/__ FIGURE 21. I60°F (7I°C) About 1/2 second I50°F (66°C) About 1-1/2 seconds I40°F (60°C) I30°F (54°C) Less than 5 seconds About 30 seconds I20°F (49°C) More than 5 minutes 80°F (27°C) FmGURE 22. 19