Service And Adjustment; Temperature Regulation; Thermostats; Thermostat Settings - Kenmore POWER MISER 153.316152 Owner's Manual

Service and Adjustment
Temperature Regulation
AWARNING
HOTTER WATER CAN SCALD: Water heaters are
intended to produce hot water. Water heated to a tem-
perature which will satisfy space heating, clothes wash-
ing, 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 manufactur-
ers instructions for installation of the valves. Before
changingthe factory setting on the thermostat, read the
"Temperature Regulation" section in this manual.
AWARNING
Never allow small children to use a hot water tap, or to
draw their own bath water. Never leave a child or handi-
cappedperson unattended in a bathtub or shower.
Thermostats
The thermostats of this water heater have been factory set at
their lowest position which approximates 120°F (Hot) to reduce
the risk of scald injury.
The upper thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which
approximates 120°F (Hot) and is adjustable if a different water
temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on
the water heating before proceeding.
The lower thermostat is factory set at its lowest position which
approximates 120°F (Hot) and is adjustable if a different water
temperature is desired. Read all warnings in this manual and on
the water heater before proceeding.
Temperature Settings
HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 120°E
which will supply hot water at the most economi-
cal temperatures.
A-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 130°E
B-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 140°E
C-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 150°E
VERY HOT-Is a thermostat setting of approximately 160°E It
is recommended that the dial be set lower when-
ever possible.
NOTE: Water temperature range of 120°--140°F recom-
mended by most dishwasher manufacturers.
Upper Thermostat
Adjustment
NOTE: It is not necessary to adjust the upper thermostat.
However, if it is adjusted above the factory set point of
120°F (HOT) is is recommended that it not be set higher
than the lower thermostat setting.
The upper thermostat is adjustable if a different water tempera-
ture is desired. Read all warnings in the "Temperature-
Regulation" section before proceeding.
1, Turn "OFF" the electrical power to the water heater at the
junction box.
2. Take "OFF" the access panel.
3. The slotted adjustment (using a screwdriver) can be turned
clockwise (*%..___) to increase the temperature setting or
cou.nter clockwise (_..._) to decrease the temperature
setting.
4. Replace the access panel.
5. Turn "ON" the power supply.
UPPER THERMOSTAT ADJUSTABLE
BEHIND UPPER ACCESS PANEL
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