Using Your Water Heater; Setting The Water Temperature - Rheem RTGH-95DV Use And Care Manual

Safety Precautions
WARNING:
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 recommended setting for the water temperature is 100°F
(38°C). 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
Flammable vapors can
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

USING YOUR WATER HEATER

• 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.
• DO NOT turn on water heater if cold water
supply shut-off valve is closed.
• 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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