Quietside QVM 9-090W1-NG Manual page 8

Hot water temperatures required for automatic dishwasher and laundry use can cause scalds and
burns resulting in serious personal injury and/or death.
The temperature at which injury occurs varies with the person's age and time of exposure.
The slower response time of disabled persons increases the hazards to them. Never allow small
children to use a hot water tap, or to draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or disabled person
unattended in a bathtub or shower.
The water heater should be located in an area where the general public does not have access to the
temperature control.
Lower water temperatures should be used to avoid the risk of scalding. It is further recommended, in
all cases, that the water temperature be set for the lowest temperature which satisfies the user's hot
water needs. This will also provide the most energy efficient operation of the water heater and minimize
scale formation in the heat exchanger, thus prolonging the life of the unit.
Setting the water heater temperature at 120°F will reduce the risk of scalds. Some states require
settings at specific lower temperatures. The table below shows the approximate time-to-burn
relationship for normal adult skin.
Table- Risk of Scalds
Temperature
Setting
Over 170 ℉
160 ℉
150 ℉
140 ℉
130 ℉
120 ℉ of less
USE ANTI-SCALD VALVE(S) IN HOT WATER SYSTEM TO REDUCE THE RISKS OF SCALDING AT
POINTS OF USE SUCH AS LAVATORIES, SINKS AND BATHING FACILITIES.
1. Remove clothing;
2. Apply cold water for 30 minutes;
minutes to reduce the heat in the skin, preventing deeper burning. Never use butter, oils or ointment
to cover the burn. They may retain the heat.
3. Keep the scalded person warm;
4. Seek medical advice;
QVM 9
Series
Safety Issues
Degree Burns on Adult Skin
Scalds – First Aid
Remove all wet clothing, quickly. Wet clothing retains the heat.
Immediately submerge the burnt area in cold water for 30
Place a blanket around the person.
Call your medical advice hotline and describe the scald, follow their directions.
Time to Produce 2nd 3rd
Nearly instantaneous
About 1/2 second
About 1- second
1/2
Less than 5 seconds
About 30 seconds
More than 5 minutes
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