Kenmore 3314 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 ° (1&7 C °) higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc. Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water is needed for cleansing, cleaning, and sanitizing (bodies, dishes, clothing). Untempered hot water can present a scald hazard. Depending on the time element, and the people involved (adults, children, elderly, infirm, etc.)scalding at different temperatures. may occur VVater temperature over 125°F (52°C) can cause severe burns instantly resulting in severe injury or death Children, the elderly, and the physicaIHy or mentally disabled are at highest riskforscaHd injury. FeeH water before bathing or showering Temperature limiting vaHves 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 space heating, clothes washing, dish washing, and other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you upon contact. Some injured by hot water children, the infirm, people are more likely to be permanently than others. These include the elderly, 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, shall be used at the hot water taps used by these people are available at plumbing manufacturer's instructions or at the water heater. Mixing supply or hardware stores. for installation of the valves. valves Follow Before changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the Temperature Regulation section in this manual. See Figures 21 and 22. THE WATER HEATER SHOULD BE LOCATED IN AN AREA WHERE THE GENERAL PUBLIC DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS. IF ASUITABLEAREA IS NOTAVAILABLE,A COVER SHOULD BE INSTALLED OVER THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT TAMPERING. Suitable covers are available through the Sears Service Center. 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. NOTE: Awater temperature range of 120°Fo140°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 (PILOT LIGHTING). It is adjustable and must be reset to the desired temperature setting to reduce the risk of scald injury. The mark (,&) indicative of approximately 120°F (49°C) is preferred starting point. Some states have a requirement for a lower setting. Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( t'_ ) to decrease the temperature, or counterclockwise ( _f_ ) to increase the temperature. Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn off the manual gas control valve to the appliance. FIGURE 21, VERY HOT= approx.160°F (71°C) C = approx. 150°F (66°C) B = approx. 140°F (60°C) A = approx. 130°F (54'_C) ,& = approx. 120°F (49°C) LOW = approx. 80°F (27°C) About 1/2 second About 1-1/2 seconds Less than 5 seconds About 30 seconds More than 5 minutes RGURE 22, 19