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The chart shown above may be used as a guide
in determining the proper water temperature for
your home.
NOTE: Households with small children,
disabled or elderly persons may require a
120°F or lower thermostat setting to prevent
contact with “HOT” water.
Maximum water temperatures occur just after
burner has shut off. To find hot water temperature
being delivered, turn on a hot water faucet and place
a thermometer in the hot water stream and read
the thermometer.
The temperature of the water in the heater can be
regulated by setting the temperature dial on the
front of the thermostat. To comply with safety
regulations,
the thermostat
was set to
a low setting
before the water
heater was
shipped from
the factory.
The illustration
at the left
details the
approximate
water
temperature for
each mark on the Thermostat Temperature Dial.
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Time/Temperature Relationship in Scalds
Temperature Time To Produce a Serious Burn
120°F More than 5 minutes
125°F 1
1
⁄2 to 2 minutes
130°F About 30 seconds
135°F About 10 seconds
140°F Less than 5 seconds
145°F Less than 3 seconds
150°F About 1
1
⁄2 seconds
155°F About 1 second
Table courtesy of Shriners Burn Institute
WARNING!
WATER TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT
Safety and energy conservation are factors to be considered when selecting the water
temperature setting of the water heater’s thermostat. Water temperatures above 125°F
can cause severe burns or death from scalding. Be sure to read and follow the warnings
outlined on the label pictured below. This label is also located on the water heater.
Mixing valves for reducing point of use water
temperature by mixing hot and cold water in branch
water lines are available. Contact a licensed plumber
or
the local plumbing authority f
or further inf
orma
tion.
120°F
DANGER: There is a Hot Water SCALD
Potential if the thermostat is set too high.
160°F
90°F
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