Temperature Regulation - Kenmore Economizer 6 153.333832 Owner's Manual

Operating Instructions (cont'd)
Temperature Regulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water tem-
erature in certain situations may vary up to 30°F higher or
_o_werat the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers, sink, etc.
Turn the water temperature dial dockwise_f_-"_) to decrease
the temperature, or counterclockwise (_"-_'_) to increase the
temperature.
This means that when the temperature adjustment dial is set at
the mark approximating 120 ° F, the actual water temperature at
any hot water tap could be as high as 1500F or as low as 90°E
Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot water
is needed for cleaning (bodies, dishes, clothing). Hot water will
present a scald hazard. Depending on the time element, and the
people involved (normaladults, children, toddlers, elderly,
infirm, etc.) scalding may occur at different temperatures.
AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD:Water heaters are intended to
producehot water. Water heatedto a temperature whichwill
satisfy clotheswashing, dishwashing, and other sanitizing needs
canscaldand permanently injureyou upon contact.Somepeo-
ple are more likelyto be permanently injured _ bet waterthan
others.Theseindudethe eld_trly , children, the infirm, or physical-
ly/mentally handicapped. Ifanyoneusing hot water in yourhome
fitsinto oneofthesegroups or ifthere isa localcedeor statelaw
requiring a certaintemperaturewater at the hotwater tap,then
youmusttakespecial p recautions. In .addition to using the lowest
possible t emperaturesettingthat satisfies your hot water needs,
a meanssuchasa mixingvalve,should be usedat the hot water
tapsusedbythese peopleor at the water heator.Mixingvalves
are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores.Follow man-
ufacturers instructionsfor installation of the valves.Before
changingthe factory setting on the thermostat, read the
'q'emperature Regulation" s ectioninthis manual.
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• HOT- Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°F,
which will supply hot water at the most economi-
cal temperatures. The temperature adjustment
knob can be turned lower than "HOT" if desired.
A - Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°E
B - Is a thermostat setting of approximately ] 40°E
A, WARNING
Never allowsmall childrento usea hot water _ or to draw
their own bathwater. Never leavea childor handicapped per-
sonunattendedin a bathtub or shower.
C -Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°E
VERY HOT -Is a thermostat setting of 160°E It is recommend-
ed that the dial be set lower whenever possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°--140°F recom-
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its
lowest position, to reduce the risk of scald injury. It is adjustable
and must be reset to the desired temperature setting. The mark
(•) HOT indicative of approximately 120°F is the preferred
starting point. Some states have a requirement for a lower set-
ting. If you need hotter water, follow directions for temperature
adjustment, but beware of the warnings in this section.
AWARNING
Should overheatingoccur or the gassupplyfail to shut off,
tom "OFF" the manualgascontrolvalveto _e appliance.
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