Setting The Water Temperature - Rheem RTG-3 Series Use And Care Manual

USING YOUR WATER HEATER
Safety Precautions
WARNING:
!
• Flammable vapors can be drawn by air
currents from surrounding areas to the water
heater. Vapors can ignite causing death,
personal injury, or product damage.
• DO NOT store or use flammable or
combustible materials (gasoline, paint thinner,
adhesives, newspapers, rags, mops, etc.) in
the vicinity of the water heater or any other
gas appliance. If they must be used, open
doors and windows for ventilation, and shut
off all gas-burning appliances, including their
pilot lights.

Setting the Water Temperature

DANGER:
!
Water temperatures above 125°F (52°C) will result in death
and/or severe burns from scalding.
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered
when selecting the water temperature setting. The
temperature of the water in the water heater can be regulated
by setting the temperature on the front of the remote control.
Be sure to read and follow the warnings outlined on the
pictured label.
The remote control has been preset and shipped at the
recommended temperature setting.
Safety factors should be considered whenever altering the
water temperature setting. The chart below may be used as
a guide in determining the proper water temperature for your
home.
Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Water
Temperature
120°F (49°C)
125°F (52°C)
130°F (54°C)
135°F (57°C)
140°F (60°C)
145°F (63°C)
150°F (66°C)
155°F (68°C)
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
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Time to Produce
a Serious Burn
More than 5 minutes
1 1/2 to 2 minutes
About 30 seconds
About 10 seconds
Less than 5 seconds
Less than 3 seconds
About 1 1/2 seconds
About 1 second
• DO turn off manual gas shut-off valve if water
heater has been subjected to overheating,
fire, flood, physical damage, or if the gas
supply fails to shut off.
• DO NOT turn on water heater unless water
and gas supplies are completely opened.
• If there is any difficulty in understanding or
following the operating and care instructions
in this manual, it is recommended that you
contact a qualified service technician to
perform the work.
D A N G E R
!
Water temperature over 125°F (52°C)
can cause severe burns instantly or
death from scalds.
Children, disabled and elderly are at
highest risk of being scalded.
See instruction manual before
setting temperature at water heater.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available, see manual.
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