Temperature Regulation - Kenmore 153 Owner's Manual

Temperature Regulation
Due to the nature of the typical gas water heater, the water
temperature in certain situations may vary up to 30F ° (16.7 C °)
higher or lower at the point of use such as, bathtubs, showers,
sink, etc.
Any water heater's intended purpose is to heat water. Hot
water is needed for cleansing, cleaning, and sanitizing (bodies,
dishes, clothing). Untempered hot water can present a scald
hazard. Depending on the time element, and the people
involved (adults, children, elderly, infirm, etc.) scalding may
occur at different temperatures.
Water temperature over 125°F
(52°0) can cause severe burns
instantly resulting in severe injury
or death.
Children, the elderly, and the
physically or mentally disabled
are at highest dskforscaid injury.
Feel water before bathing or
showering.
Temperature limiting valves are
available.
Read instruction manual for safe
temperature setting.
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are intended
to produce hot water. Water heated to a temperature which
will satisfy space heating, clothes washing, dish washing, and
other sanitizing needs can scald and permanently injure you
upon contact. Some people are more likely to be permanently
injured by hot water than others. These include the elderly,
children, the infirm, or physically/mentally handicapped. If
anyone using hot water in your home fits into one of these
groups or if there is a local code or state law requiring a certain
temperature water at the hot water tap, then you must take
special precautions. In addition to using the lowest possible
temperature setting that satisfies your hot water needs, a
means such as a mixing valve, shall be used at the hot water
taps used by these people or at the water heater. Mixing valves
are available at plumbing supply or hardware stores. Follow
manufacturer's instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changing the factory setting on the thermostat, read the
Temperature Regulation section in this manual. See Figures
21 and 22.
THE WATER HEATER SHOULD BE LOCATED IN AN AREA
WHERE THE GENERAL PUBLIC DOES NOT HAVE ACCESS.
IF A SUITABLE AREA IS NOT AVAILABLE, A COVER SHOULD
BE INSTALLED OVER THE THERMOSTAT TO PREVENT
TAMPERING. Suitable covers are available through the Sears
Service Center.
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to draw
their own bath water. Never leave a child or handicapped person
unattended in a bathtub or shower.
NOTE: Awater temperature range of 120°F-140°F (49°C-60°C)
is recommended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
The thermostat of this water heater has been factory set at its
lowest position (OFF). It is adjustable and must be reset to the
desired temperature setting. The faceplate of the thermostat is
marked with approximate temperature settings. The preferred
starting point is approximately 120°F (49°C). Align the knob with
the desired water temperature as shown in Figure 21. There is
a hot water scald potential if the thermostat is set too high. Some
states have a requirement for a lower setting.
Turn the water temperature dial clockwise ( t_ ) to increase the
temperature, or counterclockwise ( _ ) to decrease the
temperature.
Should overheating occur or the gas supply fail to shut off, turn
off the manual gas control valve to the appliance.
THERMOSTAT
PIEZO I_Y_ / _l(
iGNiTER--_---((_ __J_
GENERATOR
FIGURE 21.
I60°F (71°C) About 1/2 second
I50°F (66°C)
I40°F (60°C)
I30°F (54°C)
I20°F (49°C)
VAC = approx. 80°F (27°C)
About 1-1/2 seconds
Less than 5 seconds
About 30 seconds
More than 5 minutes
FIGURE 22.
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