Intertek TWO GALLON ELECTRIC WATER HEATER Installation & Operating Instruction Manual page 8

Water Connections continued-
Hydrogen gas can be produced in a hot water system served by this water
heater that has not been used for a long period of time (generally two weeks
or more). Hydrogen gas is extremely flammable. To reduce the risk of injury
under these conditions, it is recommended that the hot water faucet be
opened for several minutes at the kitchen sink before using any electrical
appliance connected to the hot water system. If hydrogen is present, there
will probably be an unusual sound such as air escaping through the pipe as
the water begins to flow. There should be no smoking or open flame near
the faucet at the time it is open.
INCREASING THE THERMOSTAT SETTING ABOVE THE PRESET
TEMPERATURE MAY CAUSE SEVERE BURNS AND CONSUME EXCESSIVE
ENERGY. HOTTER WATER INCREASES THE RISK OF SCALD INJURY.
This water heater can deliver scalding temperature water at any faucet in the system.
Be careful whenever using hot water to avoid scalding injury. Certain appliances,
such as dishwashers and automatic clothes washers, may require increased
temperature water. By setting the thermostat on this water heater to obtain increased
temperature water required by these appliances, you may create the potential for
scald injury. To protect against injury, you should install an ASSE approved mixing
valve in the water system. This valve will reduce point of discharge temperature by
mixing cold and hot water in branch supply lines. Such lines are available from your
local plumbing supplier. Please consult with a plumbing professional.
APPROXIMATE TIME/TEMPERATURE RELATIONSHIPS IN SCALDS
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)
WARNING
CAUTION
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.
Review this instruction manual
before setting temperature
at water heater.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
More than 5 minutes
Less than 5 seconds
Less than 3 seconds
About 1½ seconds
8
1½ to 2 minutes
About 30 seconds
About 10 seconds
About 1 second