Maytag HRE2940T User Guide - Page 19

Service and Maintenance Temperature Regulation WARNING 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 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 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. LOWER THERMOSTAT WITH HIGH LIMIT LOWER THERMOSTAT WITHOUT HIGH LIMIT LOWER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE BEHIND LOWER ACCESS PANEL Temperature Settings HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F, which will supply hot water at the most economical temperatures. 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 and lower thermostats are factory set at a position which approximates 120°F (HOT) and are adjustable if a different water temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on the water heater before proceeding. A-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°F. B-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140°F. C-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°F. VERY HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 160°F. It is recommended that the dial be set lower whenever possible. NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°-140°F recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers. Temperature Setting 160°F 150°F 140°F 130°F 120°F Time to Produce 2nd & 3rd Degree Burns on Adult Skin About 1/2 seconds About 1-1/2 seconds Less than 5 seconds About 30 seconds More than 5 minutes UPPER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL 19